K Number
K153329
Device Name
MED-TECH Water Systems Inc Exchangeable Carbon Tanks for Dialysis
Date Cleared
2016-08-04

(259 days)

Product Code
Regulation Number
876.5665
AI/MLSaMDIVD (In Vitro Diagnostic)TherapeuticDiagnosticis PCCP AuthorizedThirdparty
Intended Use
The MED-TECH Water Systems Inc. Exchangeable Carbon Tanks are intended to be used as a component of a hemodialysis water purification system designed to pretreat and purify potable water for hemodialysis applications. The exchange tanks are intended for use in complete water purification systems employing adequate pretreatment and post-treatment in accordance with current AAMI standards. The exchange tanks are not intended to be used alone. They are intended to remove chlorine and chloramines from water that will be purified by the water purification system and used for hemodialysis applications. Upon exhaustion, these tanks will be replaced with other tanks containing new activated carbon.
Device Description
MED-TECH Water Systems Inc. Exchangeable Carbon Tanks for Dialysis are Fiberglass Reinforced Polypropylene (FRP) tanks filled with new virgin coal based granular activated carbon (GAC). The carbon media removes chlorine, chloramines, and other organics from the source water through the chemical process of adsorption. Only new virgin coal based granular activated carbon (GAC) of 12X40 mesh size with an iodine number of 1000 or greater is used in the exchange tanks.The tank sizes are range from 6" x 18" through 16" x 65" common for the dialysis industry. The Carbon Exchange Tanks are dedicated for carbon only. MED-TECH Water Systems Inc. recommends that tanks be installed in worker/polisher configuration with the first tank providing the primary purification and the second tank serving as a polisher and back-up to the primary purification.
More Information

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The device description and intended use focus on physical and chemical processes (adsorption) for water purification, with no mention of AI or ML.

No.

Explanation: The device is a component of a water purification system for hemodialysis and is intended to remove chlorine and chloramines from water. It does not directly treat a medical condition or ailment.

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The device is a component of a water purification system that removes chlorine and chloramines from water for hemodialysis applications. It purifies water, it does not diagnose a condition or disease.

No

The device description clearly states it is a physical tank filled with granular activated carbon, which is a hardware component.

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

Here's why:

  • Intended Use: The intended use is to purify water for hemodialysis applications. This is a treatment process, not a diagnostic test performed on a biological sample.
  • Device Description: The device is a water purification component that removes substances from water. It does not analyze or test biological samples.
  • Lack of IVD Characteristics: The description does not mention any of the typical characteristics of an IVD, such as:
    • Analyzing biological samples (blood, urine, tissue, etc.)
    • Providing information for diagnosis, monitoring, or prognosis of a disease or condition
    • Using reagents or assays to detect specific analytes in biological samples

The device is clearly intended to prepare water for a medical procedure (hemodialysis), which falls under the category of medical devices used in treatment, not diagnosis.

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Intended Use / Indications for Use

The MED-TECH Water Systems Inc. Exchangeable Carbon Tanks are intended to be used as a component of a hemodialysis water purification system designed to pretreat and purify potable water for hemodialysis applications. The exchange tanks are intended for use in complete water purification systems employing adequate pretreatment and post-treatment in accordance with current AAMI standards. The exchange tanks are not intended to be used alone. They are intended to remove chlorine and chloramines from water that will be purified by the water purification system and used for hemodialysis applications. Upon exhaustion, these tanks will be replaced with other tanks containing new activated carbon.

Product codes (comma separated list FDA assigned to the subject device)

FIP

Device Description

MED-TECH Water Systems Inc. Exchangeable Carbon Tanks for Dialysis are Fiberglass Reinforced Polypropylene (FRP) tanks filled with new virgin coal based granular activated carbon (GAC). The carbon media removes chlorine, chloramines, and other organics from the source water through the chemical process of adsorption. Only new virgin coal based granular activated carbon (GAC) of 12X40 mesh size with an iodine number of 1000 or greater is used in the exchange tanks.The tank sizes are range from 6" x 18" through 16" x 65" common for the dialysis industry. The Carbon Exchange Tanks are dedicated for carbon only. MED-TECH Water Systems Inc. recommends that tanks be installed in worker/polisher configuration with the first tank providing the primary purification and the second tank serving as a polisher and back-up to the primary purification.

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

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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 (study type, sample size, AUC, MRMC, standalone performance, key results)

Nonclinical tests were conducted on product water from a replicated exchange tank configuration. Results verify that the device produces endpoints that comply with current AAMI standards for carbon adsorption.

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

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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.

K944493

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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§ 876.5665 Water purification system for hemodialysis.

(a)
Identification. A water purification system for hemodialysis is a device that is intended for use with a hemodialysis system and that is intended to remove organic and inorganic substances and microbial contaminants from water used to dilute dialysate concentrate to form dialysate. This generic type of device may include a water softener, sediment filter, carbon filter, and water distillation system.(b)
Classification. Class II (special controls). The device, when it is a water purification subsystem disinfectant, is exempt from the premarket notification procedures in subpart E of part 807 of this chapter subject to the limitations in § 876.9.

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Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Document Control Center - WO66-G609 Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002

August 4, 2016

MED-TECH Water Systems, Inc. Brian C. Kim President 1755 Woolner Avenue, Suite B Fairfield, CA 94533

Re: K153329

Trade/Device Name: MED-TECH Water Systems Inc. Exchangeable Carbon Tanks for Dialysis Regulation Number: 21 CFR§ 876.5665 Regulation Name: Water Purification System for Hemodialysis Regulatory Class: II Product Code: FIP Dated: May 2, 2016 Received: May 6, 2016

Dear Brian C. Kim:

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. Please note: CDRH does not evaluate information related to contract liability warranties. We remind you, however, that device labeling must be truthful and not misleading.

If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (PMA), it may be subject to 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); medical device reporting (reporting of medical device-related adverse events) (21 CFR 803); 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.

If you desire specific advice for your device on our labeling regulation (21 CFR Part 801), please contact the Division of Industry and Consumer Education at its toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or (301) 796-7100 or at its Internet address

http://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/ResourcesforYou/Industry/default.htm. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21 CFR Part 807.97). For questions regarding the reporting of adverse events under the MDR regulation (21 CFR Part 803), please go to

http://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/Safety/ReportaProblem/default.htm for the CDRH's Office of Surveillance and Biometrics/Division of Postmarket Surveillance.

You may obtain other general information on your responsibilities under the Act from the Division of Industry and Consumer Education at its toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or (301) 796-7100 or at its Internet address

http://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/ResourcesforYou/Industry/default.htm.

Sincerely vours.

Douglas Silverstein -S 2016.08.04 12:39:35 -04'00'

Benjamin R. Fisher, Ph.D. Director Division of Reproductive, Gastro-Renal, and Urological Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health

Enclosure

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May 2, 2016

Indications for Use

510(k) Number (if known): K153329

MED-TECH Water Systems Inc. Exchangeable Carbon Tanks For Dialysis Device Name:

Indications For Use:

The MED-TECH Water Systems Inc. Exchangeable Carbon Tanks are intended to be used as a component of a hemodialysis water purification system designed to pretreat and purify potable water for hemodialysis applications. The exchange tanks are intended for use in complete water purification systems employing apprivations: "The extreatment in accordance with current AAMI standards. The exchange tanks are accidate problemanent and poss. They are intended to remove chlorine and chloramines from water that will be purified by the water purification system and used for hemodialysis applications. Upon exhaustion, these tanks will be replaced with other tanks containing new activated carbon.

Prescription Use X (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D) AND/OR

Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)

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Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE)

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510(K) SUMMARY

May 2, 2016

510(K) Number:K153329
Submitter:MED-TECH Water Systems Inc.
Contact:Brian C. Kim
1755 Woolner Ave. suite B • Fairfield , CA 94533
Phone: (707) 427-1564 Fax: (707) 427-1834
Email: brian@medtechwater.net
Proprietary Name:MED-TECH Water Systems Inc. Exchangeable Carbon Tanks for Dialysis
Common Name:Carbon Exchange Tanks for Dialysis
Classification Name:Tank, Holding, Dialysis and Accessories
Classification:Class II Medical Device under §876.5665
Panel: Gastroenterology
Product Code:
FIP
Equivalent Device:K944493 G.E.M. Water Systems REVERSE OSMOSIS SYSTEM

Device Description: MED-TECH Water Systems Inc. Exchangeable Carbon Tanks for Dialysis are Fiberglass Reinforced Polypropylene (FRP) tanks filled with new virgin coal based granular activated carbon (GAC). The carbon media removes chlorine, chloramines, and other organics from the source water through the chemical process of adsorption. Only new virgin coal based granular activated carbon (GAC) of 12X40 mesh size with an iodine number of 1000 or greater is used in the exchange tanks.The tank sizes are range from 6" x 18" through 16" x 65" common for the dialysis industry. The Carbon Exchange Tanks are dedicated for carbon only. MED-TECH Water Systems Inc. recommends that tanks be installed in worker/polisher configuration with the first tank providing the primary purification and the second tank serving as a polisher and back-up to the primary purification.

Indications for Use: The MED-TECH Water Systems Inc. Exchangeable Carbon Tanks are intended to be used as a component of a hemodialysis water purification system designed to pretreat and purify potable water for hemodialysis applications. The exchange tanks are intended for use in complete water purification systems employing adequate pretreatment and post-treatment in accordance with current AAMI standards. The exchange tanks are not intended to be used alone. They are intended to remove chlorine and chloramines from water that will be purified by the water purification system and used for hemodialysis applications. Upon exhaustion, these tanks will be replaced with other tanks containing new activated carbon.

Statement of Substantial Equivalence: The MED-TECH Water Systems Inc. Exchangeable Carbon Tanks are substantially equivalent to the carbon exchange tanks included in G.E.M. Water Systems' REVERSE OSMOSIS SYSTEM (K944493). The MED-TECH design was originally based exclusively on the G.E.M. Water Systems exchange tanks. The following table compares and contrasts the predicate device and the new device. This table along with the documentation included in this submission demonstrates that there are no new issues of safety or effectiveness associated with this design change, and that the new device is substantially equivalent to the predicate device.

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| | MED-TECH Water Systems Inc. | G.E.M. Water Systems
K944493 |
|-------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Indications for use | The MED-TECH Water Systems Inc.
Exchangeable Carbon Tanks are intended to be
used as a component of a hemodialysis water
purification system designed to pretreat and
purify potable water for hemodialysis
applications. The exchange tanks are intended
for use in complete water purification systems
employing adequate pretreatment and post-
treatment in accordance with current AAMI
standards. The exchange tanks are not intended
to be used alone. They are intended to remove
chlorine and chloramines from water that will
be purified by the water purification system and
used for hemodialysis applications. Upon
exhaustion, these tanks will be replaced with
other tanks containing new activated carbon. | The intended use of this device is to purify water to
meet AAMI standards for hemodialysis treatment. |
| Tanks | Park/Structural or Wave Cyber FRP tanks | Park/Structural
FRP tanks |
| Tank Heads / Fill Plug | Clack, Pentair, or American Water Products
PVC heads, PVC plug | Clack
PVC heads, PVC plug |
| Fittings | Glass-filled Noryl | Glass-filled Noryl |
| Distributor | Pentair or Clack
PVC distributor | Clack
PVC distributor |
| Stand Pipe | PVC | PVC |
| Carbon | Virgin, coal-based, granular activated carbon
(GAC) 12X40 mesh iodine number $≥$ 1000 | Virgin, coal-based, granular activated carbon (GAC)
12X40 mesh iodine number $≥$ 1000 |
| Principles of operation | Carbon adsorption
Granular activate carbon (GAC) removes
chlorine and chloramines from water through
the process of adsorption. | Carbon adsorption
Granular activate carbon (GAC) removes chlorine
and chloramines from water through the process of
adsorption. |

The MED-TECH Water Systems Inc. Exchangeable Carbon Tanks are substantially equivalent to Conclusion: the carbon exchange tanks included in G.E.M. Water Systems' REVERSE OSMOSIS SYSTEM (K944493). All of the components and technology included in this submission are identical to the predicate device and there are no new issues of safety or effectiveness. Nonclinical tests were conducted on product water from a replicated exchange tank configuration. Results verify that the device produces endpoints that comply with current AAMI standards for carbon adsorption.