K Number
K014285
Device Name
NITRILE PATIENT EXAMINATION GLOVES, POWDER-FREE, PURPLE
Date Cleared
2002-02-14

(49 days)

Product Code
Regulation Number
880.6250
AI/MLSaMDIVD (In Vitro Diagnostic)TherapeuticDiagnosticis PCCP AuthorizedThirdparty
Intended Use
A patient examination glove is a disposable device intended for medical purposes that is worn upon the examiner's hand or finger to prevent contamination between patient and examiner.
Device Description
Purple Nitrile Patient Examination Glove, Powder-free
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The device is a patient examination glove, which is a simple barrier device and the summary contains no mention of AI/ML or related concepts.

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A patient examination glove is a barrier device to prevent contamination, not a device that treats or cures a condition.

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Explanation: The device is a patient examination glove, intended to prevent contamination. It does not perform any diagnostic function.

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The device description clearly states it is a "Patient Examination Glove," which is a physical, hardware device. There is no mention of software functionality.

Based on the provided information, this device is not an IVD (In Vitro Diagnostic).

Here's why:

  • Intended Use: The intended use is to prevent contamination between patient and examiner by being worn on the hand or finger. This is a physical barrier function, not a diagnostic test performed on samples taken from the body.
  • Device Description: The description is for a glove, which is a physical barrier device.
  • Lack of IVD Characteristics: The document does not mention any of the typical characteristics of an IVD, such as:
    • Analyzing samples (blood, urine, tissue, etc.)
    • Detecting or measuring substances in samples
    • Providing information for diagnosis, monitoring, or screening

IVDs are devices used to perform tests on samples taken from the human body to provide information about a person's health. A patient examination glove does not perform such a test.

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Intended Use / Indications for Use

A patient examination glove is a disposable device intended for medical purposes that is A patient exammation glove is a barrier to prevent contamination between patient and examiner.

Product codes

LZA

Device Description

Nitrile Patient Examination Gloves, Powder-Free, Purple

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Description of the training set, sample size, data source, and annotation protocol

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Predicate Device(s): If the device was cleared using the 510(k) pathway, identify the Predicate Device(s) K/DEN number used to claim substantial equivalence and list them here in a comma separated list exactly as they appear in the text. List the primary predicate first in the list.

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Reference Device(s): Identify the Reference Device(s) K/DEN number and list them here in a comma separated list exactly as they appear in the text.

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Predetermined Change Control Plan (PCCP) - All Relevant Information for the subject device only (e.g. presence / absence, what scope was granted / cleared under the PCCP, any restrictions, etc).

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§ 880.6250 Non-powdered patient examination glove.

(a)
Identification. A non-powdered patient examination glove is a disposable device intended for medical purposes that is worn on the examiner's hand or finger to prevent contamination between patient and examiner. A non-powdered patient examination glove does not incorporate powder for purposes other than manufacturing. The final finished glove includes only residual powder from manufacturing.(b)
Classification. Class I (general controls). The device, when it is a finger cot, is exempt from the premarket notification procedures in subpart E of part 807 of this chapter subject to the limitations in § 880.9.

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Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850

FEB 1 4 2002

Formosa Glove Industrial Company Limited C/O Dr. Tiang S. Chang 1016 Seward Avenue Westfield, New Jersey 07090

Re: K014285

Trade/Device Name: Nitrile Patient Examination Gloves, Powder-Free, Purple Regulation Number: 880.6250 Regulation Name: Patient Examination Gloves Regulatory Class: I Product Code: LZA Dated: December 22, 2001 Received: December 27, 2001

Dear Dr. Chang:

We have reviewed your Section 510(k) premarket notification of intent to market the device would bove 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 Interstate conmisered proces that have been reclassified in accordance with the provisions of Amendinents, or to act 1000 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 approvisions of the Act. The general controls provisions of the Act include controls process 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 (1 Nr.), it hay of bund in the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 21, Parts 800 to 898. In your device oan over bublish further announcements concerning your device in the Federal Register.

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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. 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) 594-4618. 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.

Time h A. Ulatowski Director Division of Dental, Infection Control and General Hospital Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health

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Indications for Use

Formosa Glove Industrial Co., Ltd. Applicant:

KO14285 510(k) Number (if known):

Purple Nitrile Patient Examination Glove, Powder-free Device Name:

Indications for Use:

A patient examination glove is a disposable device intended for medical purposes that is A patient exammation glove is a career to prevent contamination between patient and examiner.

(PLEASE DO NOT WRITE BELOW THIS LINE-CONTINUE ON ANOTHER PAGE IF NEEDED) Concurrence of CDRH Office of Device Evaluation (ODE)

Prescription Use Per 21 CFR 801.109 OR

Over the Counter Use

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