K Number
K050660
Device Name
FEMTEX AND PRIVATE LABEL PLASTIC APPLICATOR TAMPONS
Date Cleared
2005-05-12

(58 days)

Product Code
Regulation Number
884.5470
AI/MLSaMDIVD (In Vitro Diagnostic)TherapeuticDiagnosticis PCCP Authorized
Intended Use
Femtex and Private Label Plastic Applicator Tampons are a plug of Cellulosic or synthetic material that is inserted into the vagina and used to absorb menstrual or other vaginal discharge.
Device Description
Femtex and Private Label Plastic Applicator Tampons are menstrual tampons used to absorb menstrual fluid. The tampons will be provided in Regular absorbency within a slender plastic applicator. Femtex and Private Label Slender Regular Plastic Applicator Tampons are made from rayon absorbent, cotton cord and cotton sewing thread. The material used in Femtex and Private Label Slender Regular Plastic Applicator Tampons are similar to those used in other legally marketed tampons.
More Information

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No
The device description and performance studies focus on the material composition and absorbency of a menstrual tampon, with no mention of AI or ML technology.

No
The device is used to absorb menstrual or other vaginal discharge, which is a supportive function rather than a therapeutic one.

No
The device is described as a menstrual tampon used to absorb menstrual fluid, not to diagnose any condition.

No

The device description clearly states it is a physical product (tampons) made of materials like rayon and cotton, and includes a plastic applicator. It is not software.

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

Here's why:

  • Intended Use: The intended use is to absorb menstrual or other vaginal discharge. This is a physical function, not a diagnostic test performed in vitro (outside the body) on a sample.
  • Device Description: The device is a tampon, designed for physical absorption within the body.
  • Lack of Diagnostic Elements: There is no mention of analyzing a sample, detecting a substance, or providing diagnostic information about a patient's health condition.
  • Performance Studies: The performance studies focus on biocompatibility and absorbency, which are relevant to the physical function of the device, not its diagnostic capabilities.

IVD devices are typically used to examine specimens such as blood, urine, or tissue to detect diseases, conditions, or infections. This device does not perform such a function.

N/A

Intended Use / Indications for Use

Femtex and Private Label Plastic Applicator Tampons are menstrual tampons that are inserted into the vagina and used to absorb menstrual fluid.
Femtex and Private Label Plastic Applicator Tampons are a plug of Cellulosic or synthetic material that is inserted into the vagina and used to absorb menstrual or other vaginal discharge.

Product codes

HEB

Device Description

Femtex and Private Label Plastic Applicator Tampons are menstrual tampons used to absorb menstrual fluid. The tampons will be provided in Regular absorbency within a slender plastic applicator.

Femtex and Private Label Slender Regular Plastic Applicator Tampons are made from rayon absorbent, cotton cord and cotton sewing thread.

The material used in Femtex and Private Label Slender Regular Plastic Applicator Tampons are similar to those used in other legally marketed tampons.

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

vagina

Indicated Patient Age Range

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Intended User / Care Setting

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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

Non-Clinical Testing: Biocompatibility testing of the Femtex and Private Label Slender Regular Plastic Applicator Tampons was reviewed. The results of these tests demonstrate that the tampons are equivalent in terms of safety and effectiveness to legally marketed tampons. Standard Syngyna testing confirmed the absorbency of these tampons. In addition to the review of existing toxicological data in the public literature, the following tests have been previously conducted on components relevant to the safety of Femtex plastic applicator tampons.

  • cytotoxicity testing
  • sensitization testing
  • vaginal irritation testing

Key Metrics

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Predicate Device(s)

K023479

Reference Device(s)

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Predetermined Change Control Plan (PCCP) - All Relevant Information

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§ 884.5470 Unscented menstrual tampon.

(a)
Identification. An unscented menstrual tampon is a device that is a plug made of cellulosic or synthetic material that is inserted into the vagina and used to absorb menstrual or other vaginal discharge. This generic type of device does not include menstrual tampons treated with scent (i.e., fragrance materials) or those with added antimicrobial agents or other drugs.(b)
Classification. Class II (performance standards).

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MAY 1 2 2005

K050660

510K SUMMARY

Device Name: Femtex and Private Label Slender Regular Plastic Applicator Tampons

Legally marketed device: These Femtex and Private Label Slender Regular Plastic Applicator Tampons are substantially equivalent to legally marketed Femtex and other Private Label Plastic Applicator tampons (K023479).

Device description: Femtex and Private Label Plastic Applicator Tampons are menstrual tampons used to absorb menstrual fluid. The tampons will be provided in Regular absorbency within a slender plastic applicator.

Femtex and Private Label Slender Regular Plastic Applicator Tampons are made from rayon absorbent, cotton cord and cotton sewing thread.

The material used in Femtex and Private Label Slender Regular Plastic Applicator Tampons are similar to those used in other legally marketed tampons.

Intended Use: Femtex and Private Label Plastic Applicator Tampons are menstrual tampons that are inserted into the vagina and used to absorb menstrual fluid.

Assessment of Performance Standards: Not Applicable

Non-Clinical Testing: Biocompatibility testing of the Femtex and Private Label Slender Regular Plastic Applicator Tampons was reviewed. The results of these tests demonstrate that the tampons are equivalent in terms of safety and effectiveness to legally marketed tampons. Standard Syngyna testing confirmed the absorbency of these tampons. In addition to the review of existing toxicological data in the public literature, the following tests have been previously conducted on components relevant to the safety of Femtex plastic applicator tampons.

  • cytotoxicity testing �
  • sensitization testing �
  • vaginal irritation testing �

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MAY 1 2 2005

Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850

First Quality Hygienic, Inc. c/o Robert J. Staab, Ph.D. Official Correspondent Regulatory & Technical Associates 73 Franklin Tpk. ALLENDALE NJ 07401

Re: K050660

Trade/Device Name: First Quality Hygienic Femtex and Other Private Label Unscented Slender Regular Plastic Applicator Tampons Regulation Number: 21 CFR §884.5470 Regulation Name: Unscented menstrual tampon Regulatory Class: II Product Code: HEB Dated: March 14, 2005 Received: April 7, 2005

Dear Dr. Staab:

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 (Premarket Approval), 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 I reaso or arrison that your device complies with other requirements of the Act or any I Dri mas mass and regulations administered by other Federal agencies. You must comply with all the I ou'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) (2) CFR Part 800); and if applicable, the electronic product radiation control provisions (Sections 531-542 of the Act); 21 CFR 1000-1050.

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This letter will allow you to begin marketing your device as described in your Section 510(k) I his letter will anow you to oegin manceing your and equivalence of your device to a legally premarket nothication. The PDA mainly of bassification 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 If you desire specific advice for your device of the following numbers, based on the regulation number at the top of this letter:

21 CFR 876.xxxx(Gastroenterology/Renal/Urology)240-276-0115
21 CFR 884.xxxx(Obstetrics/Gynecology)240-276-0115
21 CFR 892.xxxx(Radiology)240-276-0120
Other240-276-0100

Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21 CFR Also, please note the regulation entition, "Thisoranana on your responsibilities under the Act from the 807.97). You may odiali other general massass and Consumer Assistance at its toll-free number (800) DYNSIon of 301) 443-6597 or at its Internet address http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/dsmadsmam.html

Sincerely yours,

Nancy C. brogdon

Nancy C. Brogdon Director, Division of Reproductive, Abdominal, and Radiological Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health

Enclosure

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KOSO660 Indications for Use

Device Name:

  • e Name:
    A. Device Name: Unscented Slender Regular Plastic Applicator Tampons Device Name: Unscented Siehoer Regular Pregular Plastic Applicator Tampons
    Indications For Use:

As a Class II Device, the menstrual tampon is defined as follows: (21CFR884.5460 and 21CFR 884 5470).

21CFR 884 5470).
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synthetic material that is inserted into the vagina and used to absorb menstrual or other vaginal discharge.

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