K Number
K041652
Device Name
ACUPUNCTURE NEEDLES
Date Cleared
2004-12-29

(195 days)

Product Code
Regulation Number
880.5580
AI/MLSaMDIVD (In Vitro Diagnostic)TherapeuticDiagnosticis PCCP AuthorizedThirdparty
Intended Use
The Singer Acupuncture Needle is intended to pierce the skin in the practice of acupuncture by qualified practitioners of acupuncture as determined by the states .
Device Description
Singer Acupuncture Needle
More Information

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No
The summary describes a simple acupuncture needle and explicitly states "Not Found" for mentions of AI, DNN, or ML, as well as for details typically associated with AI/ML device submissions like training/test sets and performance metrics.

Yes
The device is intended for acupuncture, which is a therapeutic practice used to treat various conditions by stimulating specific points on the body.

No
Explanation: The device description states its intended use is for piercing the skin in the practice of acupuncture, which is a treatment modality, not a diagnostic one. There is no mention of the device being used to identify or analyze a condition.

No

The device description explicitly states "Singer Acupuncture Needle," which is a physical, hardware device. The summary does not mention any software component.

No, this device is not an IVD (In Vitro Diagnostic).

Here's why:

  • IVD Definition: In Vitro Diagnostics are medical devices used to examine specimens taken from the human body, such as blood, urine, or tissue, to provide information about a person's health. This testing is done outside of the body (in vitro).
  • Singer Acupuncture Needle Function: The intended use of the Singer Acupuncture Needle is to pierce the skin for the practice of acupuncture. This is a procedure performed on the body, not a test performed on a specimen taken from the body.

The provided information clearly describes a device used for a therapeutic procedure performed directly on a patient, not for diagnostic testing of biological samples.

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Intended Use / Indications for Use

The Singer Acupuncture Needle is intended to pierce the skin in the practice of acupuncture by qualified practitioners of acupuncture as determined by the states.

Product codes

MQX

Device Description

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Mentions image processing

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Mentions AI, DNN, or ML

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Input Imaging Modality

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Anatomical Site

skin

Indicated Patient Age Range

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Intended User / Care Setting

qualified practitioners of acupuncture

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

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

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Summary of Performance Studies (study type, sample size, AUC, MRMC, standalone performance, key results)

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Key Metrics (Sensitivity, Specificity, PPV, NPV, etc.)

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Predicate Device(s)

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Reference Device(s)

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Predetermined Change Control Plan (PCCP) - All Relevant Information

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§ 880.5580 Acupuncture needle.

(a)
Identification. An acupuncture needle is a device intended to pierce the skin in the practice of acupuncture. The device consists of a solid, stainless steel needle. The device may have a handle attached to the needle to facilitate the delivery of acupuncture treatment.(b)
Classification. Class II (special controls). The device, when it is an acupuncture point locator or a single use acupuncture needle, is exempt from the premarket notification procedures in subpart E of part 807 of this chapter subject to the limitations in § 880.9. Acupuncture needles must comply with the following special controls:(1) Labeling for single use only and conformance to the requirements for prescription devices set out in 21 CFR 801.109,
(2) Device material biocompatibility, and
(3) Device sterility.

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Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850

DEC 2 9 2004

Ms. Lu Rao Manager C.A.I Industries, Corporation 10166 Rush Street South El Monte, California 91733

Re: K041652

Trade/Device Name: Singer Acupuncture Needle Regulation Number: 880.5580 Regulation Name: Acupuncture Needle Regulatory Class: II Product Code: MQX Dated: December 23, 2004 Received: December 23, 2004

Dear Ms. Rao

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 (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), please contact the Office of Compliance at (240) 276-0115. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21CFR Part 807.97). You may obtain other general information on your responsibilities under the Act 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 vours,

Chiu Lin, Ph.D.

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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K041652

Indications for Use

510(k) Number (if known): K041652

Device Name: Singer Acupuncture Needle

Indications For Use:

The Singer Acupuncture Needle is intended to pierce the skin in the practice of acupuncture by qualified practitioners of acupuncture as determined by the states .

Prescription Use ____x

AND/OR

Over-The-Counter Use

(Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)

(21 CFR 801 Subpart C)

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Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE)

Shene Moreau for ADW 12/28/04

Division of Anesthesiology, General Hospital. Infection Control, Dental De

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