K Number
K021730
Date Cleared
2002-07-05

(42 days)

Product Code
Regulation Number
880.6250
Reference & Predicate Devices
N/A
Predicate For
N/A
AI/MLSaMDIVD (In Vitro Diagnostic)TherapeuticDiagnosticis PCCP AuthorizedThirdpartyExpeditedreview
Intended Use

A patient examination glove that is worn by the healthcare or similar personnel to prevent contamination between the healthcare personnel and the patient

Device Description

Powder-Free Nitrile Examination Glove, (Purple)

AI/ML Overview

The provided text is an FDA 510(k) clearance letter for Powder-Free Nitrile Examination Gloves. It primarily confirms the device's substantial equivalence to a predicate device and outlines general regulatory obligations.

Therefore, the document does not contain any information regarding:

  • Acceptance criteria and reported device performance (in terms of specific metrics like sensitivity, specificity, accuracy, etc.)
  • Details of a study proving the device meets acceptance criteria.
  • Sample sizes, data provenance, expert qualifications, or adjudication methods for a test set.
  • Multi Reader Multi Case (MRMC) comparative effectiveness studies.
  • Standalone algorithm performance.
  • Types of ground truth used.
  • Sample size or ground truth establishment for a training set.

The 510(k) process for devices like examination gloves typically relies on demonstrating substantial equivalence to a legally marketed predicate device, often through conformance to recognized standards (e.g., ASTM standards for glove integrity) and bench testing, rather than complex clinical studies with AI components, ground truth, or expert review panels.

In summary, none of the requested information about acceptance criteria or specific study details for proving performance is available in the provided text. The document focuses on regulatory clearance based on substantial equivalence.

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Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850

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Mr. Tan Peng Hock Executive Director Glovco (M) Sdn. Bhd. Lot 760, Jalan Haji Sirat, Off Jalan Meru Klang. Selangor D.E., MALAYSIA 42100

Re: K021730

Trade/Device Name: Powder-Free Nitrile Examination Glove, (Purple) Regulation Number: 880.6250 Regulation Name: Patient Examination Gloves Regulatory Class: I Product Code: LZA Dated: May 21, 2002 Received: May 24, 2002

Dear Mr. Hock:

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.

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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 (OS) regulation (21 CTR Part 820). and 11 applicable, the electronic product radiation control provisions 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.qov/cdrh/dsma/dsmamain.html

Sincerely yours,

Susan Quanv

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

Enclosure

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GLOVCO (M) SDN BHD Applicant ・・ May 18, 2002 Date '

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INDICATION FOR USE 3.0

510(K) Number (if known)

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Device Name

: Powder-Free Nitrile Examination Glove ( RURALE)

Indications For Use:

"A patient examination glove that is worn by the healthcare or similar personnel to prevent contamination between the healthcare personnel and the patient".

Chin S. Lin

(Division Sign-Off) Division of Dental, Infection Control, and General Hospital De 510(k) Number

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Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE)

Prescription Use

OR

Over-The-Counter Use

(Per 21 CFR 801.109)

(Optional Format 1-2-96)

§ 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.