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Astralis 10 is a hand held polymerization unit used to cure dental composites
Astralis 10 is a hand held polymerization unit
The provided text is a 510(k) premarket notification decision letter from the FDA for a device named "Astralis 10," an Ultraviolet Activator for Polymerization used to cure dental composites.
This document, like many 510(k) letters, focuses on the determination of "substantial equivalence" to a legally marketed predicate device, rather than providing detailed acceptance criteria and a study report as would be found in a clinical trial publication or a detailed engineering specification document.
Therefore, the specific information requested in the prompt regarding acceptance criteria, study design elements (sample size, data provenance, expert involvement, adjudication, MRMC, standalone performance, ground truth establishment, training set size) is not present in the provided text.
The core of this FDA letter is to state that the Astralis 10 is substantially equivalent to a predicate device and can therefore be marketed. It does not contain the detailed performance metrics or study methodology you've asked for.
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OCT 1 9 2001
Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850
Ms. Donna M. Hartnett Assistant Corporate Counsel Ivoclar Vivadent, Incorporated 175 Pineview Drive Amherst, New York 14228
Re: K013275
Trade/Device Name: Astralis 10, Regulation Number: 872.6070 Regulation Name: Ultraviolet Activator for Polymerization Regulatory Class: II Product Code: EBZ Dated: September 21, 2001 Received: October 1, 2001
Dear Ms. Hartnett:
We have reviewed your Section 510(k) premarket notification of intent to market the device referenced above and have determined the device is substantially equivalent (for the indications for use stated in the enclosure) to legally marketed predicate devices marketed in interstate commerce prior to May 28, 1976, the enactment date of the Medical Device Amendments, or to devices that have been reclassified in accordance with the provisions of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (Act) that do not require approval of a premarket approval application (PMA). You may, therefore, market the device, subject to the general controls provisions of the Act. The general controls provisions of the Act include requirements for annual registration, listing of devices, good manufacturing practice, labeling, and prohibitions against misbranding and adulteration.
If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (PMA), it may be subject to such additional controls. Existing major regulations affecting your device can be found in the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 21, Parts 800 to 898. In addition, FDA may publish further announcements concerning your device in the Federal Register.
Please be advised that FDA's issuance of a substantial equivalence determination does not mean that FDA has made a determination that your device complies with other requirements of the Act or any Federal statutes and regulations administered by other Federal agencies.
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You must comply with all the Act's requirements, including, but not limited to: registration and listing (21 CFR Part 807); labeling (21 CFR Part 801); good manufacturing practice requirements as set forth in the quality systems (QS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820); and if applicable, the electronic product radiation control provisions (Sections 531-542 of the Act); 21 CFR 1000-1050.
This letter will allow you to begin marketing your device as described in your Section 510(k) premarket notification. The FDA finding of substantial equivalence of your device to a legally marketed predicate device results in a classification for your device and thus, permits your device to proceed to the market.
If you desire specific advice for your device on our labeling regulation (21 CFR Part 801 and additionally 21 CFR Part 809.10 for in vitro diagnostic devices), please contact the Office of Compliance at (301) 594-4613. Additionally, for questions on the promotion and advertising of your device, please contact the Office of Compliance at (301) 594-4639. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21CFR Part 807.97). Other general information on your responsibilities under the Act may be obtained from the Division of Small Manufacturers, International and Consumer Assistance at its toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or (301) 443-6597 or at its Internet address http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/dsma/dsmamain.html
Sincerely yours,
Timothy A. Ulatowski Director Division of Dental, Infection Control and General Hospital Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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| 510(k) Number (if known): | Pending K013275 |
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| Device Name: | Astralis 10 |
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Indications For Use:
Astralis 10 is a hand held polymerization unit used to cure dental composites
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Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE)
Prescription Use (Per 21 CFR 801.109) OR
Over-The-Counter Use_
(Optional Format 1-2-96)
Robert Shatz DDS for Dr. Susan Kummer
(Division Sign-Off) Division of Dental, Infection Control, and General Hospital Devices 510(k) Number -4
§ 872.6070 Ultraviolet activator for polymerization.
(a)
Identification. An ultraviolet activator for polymerization is a device that produces ultraviolet radiation intended to polymerize (set) resinous dental pit and fissure sealants or restorative materials by transmission of light through a rod.(b)
Classification. Class II.