K Number
K161415
Manufacturer
Date Cleared
2017-02-10

(263 days)

Product Code
Regulation Number
880.6850
Reference & Predicate Devices
Predicate For
N/A
AI/MLSaMDIVD (In Vitro Diagnostic)TherapeuticDiagnosticis PCCP AuthorizedThirdpartyExpeditedreview
Intended Use

The SteriTite® container system with MediTray products is a reusable sterilization container system used to enclose other medical devices, which are to be sterilized, transported and stored by a health care provider. The container consists of a solid or perforated base and perforated lid with filter retention plates, and disposable polypropylene filters. The Case Medical's SteriTite® container system and MediTray products are compatible with the TSO3 Inc.'s STERIZONE® VP4 Cycle 1 sterilization system for blades, lumened devices and flexible endoscopes.

Device Description

The SteriTite® container system consists of a family of rigid reusable containers and inserts that provide an effective reusable sterilization packaging system for operating room instruments. The Sterillite® container for use in STERIZONE® VP4(Cycle 1) is available with solid and perforated base. The container is made out of anodized aluminum with passivated stainless steel hardware and silicone gaskets. Each filter retention plate with gaskets and off set vent pattern secures a disposable filter for bacterial barrier filtration. Filter retention plates and lids and base are interchangeable for universal design. A recessed gasket contributes to a knife edge fit between lid and base. Various instrument trays as well as stacked baskets and inserts including insert boxes, brackets, posts, partitions and racks provide instrument protection and secure devices for sterilization within the container.

AI/ML Overview

The provided document is a 510(k) premarket notification for a medical device (SteriTite® Container System & MediTray Products). This type of submission focuses on demonstrating substantial equivalence to a predicate device, rather than proving the safety and effectiveness of a novel device through a full clinical trial or extensive acceptance criteria study typical for AI/ML devices or new drug applications.

Therefore, the requested information regarding acceptance criteria, sample sizes for test/training sets, expert involvement, and specific ground truth methods as they would apply to an AI/ML or diagnostic device are not present in this document. This document describes a physical medical device (sterilization container) and its validation for use with a specific sterilization system, primarily through engineering and microbiological performance testing, not AI/ML model validation.

However, I can extract the information that is analogous or related to your request based on the context of this specific device and regulatory submission.

Here's an interpretation of the document in the context of your request, focusing on the available information:

  • Device Under Review: SteriTite® Container System & MediTray Products (a reusable sterilization container system).
  • Purpose: To enclose medical devices for sterilization, transport, and storage.
  • Specific Compatibility: TSO3 Inc.'s STERIZONE® VP4 Cycle 1 sterilization system.
  • Regulatory Pathway: 510(k) premarket notification, demonstrating substantial equivalence to previously cleared predicate devices.

Analogous Acceptance Criteria and Reported Device Performance

Instead of AI/ML metrics (e.g., accuracy, sensitivity, specificity), the "acceptance criteria" here relate to the successful completion and negative results of various sterilization and physical performance tests. The "reported device performance" are the summary results of these tests.

Table of Acceptance Criteria (as inferred from performance testing) and Reported Device Performance:

Acceptance Criteria (Inferred)Reported Device Performance
Sterilization Efficacy (Lethality Study): Achieve Sterility Assurance Level (SAL) of $10^{-6}$ for surface, flexible, and rigid lumened devices."All results were negative." "Data obtained from representative samples of the SteriTite® perforated and solid base container line support SAL of $10^{-6}$ claims." (This implies 100% kill of test organisms in all tested scenarios).
Biocompatibility: Polypropylene filter and silicone brackets must not cause irritation; residual H2O2 levels must not exceed breathing zone."All results were negative." "In addition, levels of residual H2O2 on SteriTite components after processing in STERIZONE VP4 did not exceed the breathing zone."
Sterility Maintenance: Maintain sterility for a specified shelf life (e.g., 6 months) with handling events."Maintained sterility after a six month (180 days) real time with handling events. No growth was observed for the material used to absorb microorganisms of all the containers tested after 31 days and 6 months of shelf life. All the STERIZONE® BI+ Biological indicators placed in the containers were tested and were negative. All chemical indicators (CI+) were lighter than the reference color proving the sterilant penetrated the containers."
Material Compatibility & Durability (Reuse Testing): Withstand 100 consecutive cleaning and sterilization cycles without material degradation or loss of functionality."Validation of material compatibility and functionality was successfully performed after completion of 100 consecutive cleaning and sterilization cycles in STERIZONE® VP4 (Cycle 1)."
Microbial Barrier (Microbial Challenge Test): Maintain integrity as a microbial barrier after extensive exposure to sterilant (100 cycles) and an aerosol challenge."Testing was performed following the exposure to 100 STERIZONE VP4 sterilization cycles... Samples were then subjected to an aerosol challenge ($10^6$ Bacillus Atrophaeus CFU/ml). Each sample met the sterility maintenance requirement as there was no growth at the end of the incubation period." (This implies successful prevention of microbial ingress).
Stacking Capability/Strength: Containers must withstand stacking during storage and transport."Testing performed demonstrated that containers can be stacked during storage and transport."
Free Fall Impact: Containers must withstand accidental dropping."Testing performed demonstrated that container can withstand accidental dropping."
Handle Stress: Handles must support maximum load (56 lbs) without deformation."Testing performed demonstrated that container handles... are sufficiently robust to support the weight of the container with load (56 lbs.) without deformation."

Information Not Applicable or Not Explicitly Stated in the Document (as pertaining to AI/ML or Diagnostic Studies):

As this is a physical sterilization container, not an AI/ML algorithm or diagnostic device, many of the requested fields are not relevant or are interpreted differently in this context.

  1. Sample sizes used for the test set and the data provenance:

    • Test Set "Sample Size": The document refers to "representative samples" for validation. Specific numbers of units (e.g., "three inoculated single channel flexible endoscopes," "12 rigid or semi-rigid channeled devices") are mentioned for the sterilization load validation (Table 2), but not a distinct "test set" sample size in the traditional statistical sense for AI/ML validation or clinical trials.
    • Data Provenance: The studies were conducted at "qualified independent laboratories," which implies controlled, experimental conditions for product validation, rather than retrospective or prospective patient data collection from a specific country.
  2. Number of experts used to establish the ground truth for the test set and the qualifications of those experts (e.g. radiologist with 10 years of experience): Not applicable. Ground truth for this device is established through microbiology (absence of microbial growth, SAL achievement) and engineering (physical integrity, weight limits), not expert adjudication of images or clinical findings.

  3. Adjudication method (e.g. 2+1, 3+1, none) for the test set: Not applicable.

  4. If a multi-reader multi-case (MRMC) comparative effectiveness study was done, If so, what was the effect size of how much human readers improve with AI vs without AI assistance: Not applicable. This is not an AI/ML device that assists human readers.

  5. If a standalone (i.e. algorithm only without human-in-the-loop performance) was done: Not applicable. This is a physical device validated for its primary function (sterilization).

  6. The type of ground truth used (expert consensus, pathology, outcomes data, etc):

    • Microbiological Ground Truth: Absence of microbial growth in biological indicators and inoculated test samples after sterilization cycles (for lethality and microbial barrier tests).
    • Physical/Engineering Ground Truth: Measured physical integrity, lack of deformation, successful weight support for handles, maintenance of sterility (e.g., no growth observed).
  7. The sample size for the training set: Not applicable. This is a physical device, not an AI/ML model that undergoes "training."

  8. How the ground truth for the training set was established: Not applicable.


In summary, the document details the performance testing of a physical medical device (sterilization container) to demonstrate its safety and effectiveness. The "acceptance criteria" are implied by the successful completion of these rigorous physical and microbiological validation tests, often adhering to industry standards like AAMI ST77. The document clearly states that "All required testing per 'Draft Guidance for the Preparation of Premarket Notifications 510(k)'s' was completed," and "The validation testing was conducted at qualified independent laboratories in accordance with FDA guidance and available AAMI standards." This is the core of "proving the device meets the acceptance criteria" in this regulatory context.

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

February 10, 2017

Case Medical, Inc. Tania Lupu QA-OC Director 19 Empire Blvd. South Hackensack, New Jersey 07606

Re: K161415

Trade/Device Name: SteriTite® Container System & MediTray Products Regulation Number: 21 CFR 880.6850 Regulation Name: Sterilization wrap Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: FRG Dated: January 11, 2017 Received: January 12, 2017

Dear Tania Lupu:

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.

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for Tina Kiang, Ph.D. Acting Director Division of Anesthesiology, General Hospital, Respiratory, Infection Control, and Dental Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health

Enclosure

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Indications for Use

510(k) Number (if known) K161415

Device Name

SteriTite® container System & MediTray products

Indications for Use (Describe)

The SteriTite® container system with MediTray products is a reusable sterilization container system used to enclose other medical devices, which are to be sterilized, transported and stored by a health care provider. The container consists of a solid or perforated base and perforated lid with filter retention plates, and disposable polypropylene filters. The Case Medical's SteriTite® container system and MediTray products are compatible with the TSO3 Inc.'s STERIZONE® VP4 Cycle 1 sterilization system for blades, lumened devices and flexible endoscopes.

Validated Lumen SizeSteriTite® Container
0.5 mmSingle
1.0 mmSingle
2.0 mmSingle, Double, and Triple
3.0 mmSingle, Double, and Triple
4.0 mmSingle, Double, and Triple
SterilizerCycleRigid lumens$\ge$ 0.7 mm diameter$\le$ 500 mm lengthFlexible lumens$\ge$ 1.0 mm diameter$\le$ 850 mm lengthSurfaces
STERIZONE® VP4Cycle 1YesYesYes

The SteriTite® Container validated loads of Table 2 are intended to reflect the STERIZONE® VP4 sterilizer cleared under K153689.

Table 2. Description of SteriTite® Container validated loads
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Representative ofSTERIZONE®VP4 ValidationLoad #(K153689)SteriTite® Container Load DescriptionLoad weight¹¹Excluding the25 lb loadingrack
3Validation Load # 1 consisted of flexible endoscopes accommodatingthree inoculated single channel flexible endoscopes, one per solidbottom container with basket, three containers per load. Flexibleendoscopes had an internal channel diameters of 1 mm and lengths of850 mm.12.03 lb /container,36.1 lb in total
4Validation Load # 2 consisted of rigid or semi-rigid channeled devices(12), load accommodating three double channel semi-rigid endoscopes(ureteroscope - 0.7 mm × 500 mm and 1.1 mm × 500 mm) and onelength of medical grade stainless steel tubing, placed in three solidbottom containers. Length of tubing: Internal channel diameters of 1.0mm and lengths of 500 mm.11.3 lb /container,34 lb in total
6Validation Load # 3 consisted of three inoculated general medicalinstruments placed in one solid bottom endo-size (narrow) containerincluding a basket and 3.5 lbs of non-inoculated general medicalinstruments, representing the following geometries: Distal end (swivelparts), Hinge with screw and Cannulas.One containerof 9.2 lb

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Representative ofSTERIZONE®VP4 ValidationLoad #(K153689)SteriTite® Container Load DescriptionLoad weight¹¹Excluding the25 lb loadingrack
7aValidation Load # 7 consisted of three inoculated general medicalinstruments representing the following geometries: Box-lock hinge, Pivothinge and Luer-lock. The instruments were placed in three perforatedbottom containers including a basket and non-inoculated stainless steelmedical devices for a total weight of 20 lb per container.20 lb /container,60 lb in total
7bValidation load # 4 consisted of five inoculated general medicalinstruments representing the following geometries: Pivot hinge,Cannula, Locking bridge mechanism, Distal end (cup) and Luer-lock.Instruments were placed in one solid bottom container including threestacked baskets. This container was large enough to include stackedbaskets and medical devices to reach a maximum weight of 25 pounds(including container, baskets and inoculated devices).One containerof 25 lb
7cValidation load # 5 consisted of four inoculated general medicalinstruments representing the following geometries: Pivot mechanism,Gliding mechanism, Distal end, Proximal lens, Eyepieces (surface) andLuer-lock. Instruments were placed in one solid bottom containerincluding an organization device tray system (four trays system) and twoinsert boxes.At least one inoculated medical device was added per level of thecontainer.One containerof 20 lb
7dValidation load # 6 consisted of four inoculated general medicalinstruments representing the following geometries: Pivot hinge and Luerlock. The instruments represented maximum instrument weight in oneperforated bottom container including four stacked baskets.One containerof 25 lb

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510(K) Summary K161415

SteriTite® container System with MediTray Products forTSO3 Inc.'s STERIZONE® VP4 Sterilizer (Cycle 1)

Date Prepared:02/10/2017
Company Name:Case Medical, Inc; 19 Empire Blvd; South Hackensack, NJ 07606
Contact:Tania Lupu, Phone: 201-313-1999 ext.229, Fax: 201-373-9090Email: tlupu@casemed.com
Trade Name:SteriTite® container System & MediTray Products
Common Name:Sterilization container with disposable filter.
Regulation number:21 CFR 880.6850
Classification name:Sterilization Wrap
Class of Device:Class II device
Product Code:FRG
Review Panel:General Hospital
Establishment Registration Number:2248608

5.1 Substantial Equivalence:

Case Medical's SteriTite® container system with MediTray Products for TSO4STERIZONE®VP4 Sterilizer (Cycle 1)is substantially equivalent to the SteriTite® container system, previously cleared for:

5.2 Description of the Device:

The SteriTite® container system consists of a family of rigid reusable containers and inserts that provide an effective reusable sterilization packaging system for operating room instruments. The Sterillite® container for use in STERIZONE® VP4(Cycle 1) is available with solid and perforated base. The container is made out of anodized aluminum with passivated stainless steel hardware and silicone gaskets. Each filter retention plate with gaskets and off set vent pattern secures a disposable filter for bacterial barrier filtration. Filter retention plates and lids and base are interchangeable for universal design. A recessed gasket contributes to a knife edge fit between lid and base. Various instrument trays as well as

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stacked baskets and inserts including insert boxes, brackets, posts, partitions and racks provide instrument protection and secure devices for sterilization within the container.

5.3 Indications for Use:

The SteriTite® container system with MediTray products is a reusable sterilization container system used to enclose other medical devices, which are to be sterilized, transported and stored by a health care provider. The container consists of a solid or perforated base and perforated lid with filter retention plates, and disposable polypropylene filters. The Case Medical's SteriTite® container system and MediTray products are compatible with the TSO3 Inc.'s STERIZONE® VP4 Cycle 1 sterilization system for blades, lumened devices and flexible endoscopes.

Table 1. Validated lumen sizes for SteriTite® Container in STERIZONE® VP4 Sterilization.
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SterilizerCycleRigid lumens$ ≥ $ 0.7 mm diameter$ ≤ $ 500 mm lengthFlexible lumens$ ≥ $ 1.0 mm diameter$ ≤ $ 850 mm lengthSurfaces
STERIZONE® VP4Cycle 1YesYesYes

The SteriTite® Container validated loads of Table 2 are intended to reflect the STERIZONE® VP4 sterilizer cleared under K153689.

Table 2. Description of SteriTite® Container validated loads

Representative ofSTERIZONE®VP4 ValidationLoad #(K153689)SteriTite® Container Load DescriptionLoad weight11Excluding the25 lb loadingrack
3Validation Load # 1 consisted of flexible endoscopes accommodatingthree inoculated single channel flexible endoscopes, one per solidbottom container with basket, three containers per load. Flexibleendoscopes had an internal channel diameters of 1 mm and lengths of850 mm.12.03 lb /container,36.1 lb in total
4Validation Load # 2 consisted of rigid or semi-rigid channeled devices(12), load accommodating three double channel semi-rigid endoscopes(ureteroscope - 0.7 mm x 500 mm and 1.1 mm x 500 mm) and onelength of medical grade stainless steel tubing, placed in three solidbottom containers. Length of tubing: Internal channel diameters of 1.0mm and lengths of 500 mm.11.3 lb /container,34 lb in total

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6Validation Load # 3 consisted of three inoculated general medicalinstruments placed in one solid bottom endo-size (narrow) containerincluding a basket and 3.5 lbs of non-inoculated general medicalinstruments, representing the following geometries: Distal end (swivelparts), Hinge with screw and Cannulas.One containerof 9.2 lb
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Representative ofSTERIZONE®VP4 ValidationLoad #(K153689)SteriTite® Container Load DescriptionLoad weight11Excluding the25 lb loadingrack
7aValidation Load # 7 consisted of three inoculated general medicalinstruments representing the following geometries: Box-lock hinge, Pivothinge and Luer-lock. The instruments were placed in three perforatedbottom containers including a basket and non-inoculated stainless steelmedical devices for a total weight of 20 lb per container.20 lb /container,60 lb in total
7bValidation load # 4 consisted of five inoculated general medicalinstruments representing the following geometries: Pivot hinge,Cannula, Locking bridge mechanism, Distal end (cup) and Luer-lock.Instruments were placed in one solid bottom container including threestacked baskets. This container was large enough to include stackedbaskets and medical devices to reach a maximum weight of 25 pounds(including container, baskets and inoculated devices).One containerof 25 lb
7cValidation load # 5 consisted of four inoculated general medicalinstruments representing the following geometries: Pivot mechanism,Gliding mechanism, Distal end, Proximal lens, Eyepieces (surface) andLuer-lock. Instruments were placed in one solid bottom containerincluding an organization device tray system (four trays system) and twoinsert boxes.At least one inoculated medical device was added per level of thecontainer.One containerof 20 lb
7dValidation load # 6 consisted of four inoculated general medicalinstruments representing the following geometries: Pivot hinge and Luerlock. The instruments represented maximum instrument weight in oneperforated bottom container including four stacked baskets.One containerof 25 lb

5.4 Description and Recommended Loads:

The SteriTite® container has been validated with stainless steel and porous lumens, inoculated product, insert boxes, multilevel tray systems, instrument baskets (stacked and single level) with various inserts including brackets, posts and partitions. The container may be used for sterilization of medical devices including full instrument sets and mixed loads.

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Part NumberDescriptionTotal weight load (lbs) including the sealed container
SC02MMini Size 2"H – Solid Bottom6
SC02MGMini Size 2"H - Perforated Bottom6
SC03MMini Size 3"H - Solid Bottom8
SC03MGMini Size 3"H - Perforated Bottom8
SC04MMini Size 4"H - Solid Bottom8
SC04MGMini Size 4"H - Perforated Bottom8
SC02N$\frac{3}{4}$ Mini Size 2"H - Solid Bottom8
SC02NG$\frac{3}{4}$ Mini Size 2"H - Perforated Bottom8
SC03N$\frac{3}{4}$ Mini Size 3"H - Solid Bottom10
SC03NG$\frac{3}{4}$ Mini Size 3"H - Perforated Bottom10
SC04H$\frac{1}{2}$ Size 4"H - Solid Bottom12
SC04HG$\frac{1}{2}$ Size 4"H - Perforated Bottom12
SC05HHalf Size 5"H - Solid Bottom12
SC05HGHalf Size 5"H - Perforated Bottom12
SC06H$\frac{1}{2}$ Size 6"H - Solid Bottom14
SC06HG$\frac{1}{2}$ Size 6"H - Perforated Bottom14
SC08H$\frac{1}{2}$ Size 8"H - Solid Bottom16
SC08HG$\frac{1}{2}$ Size 8"H - Perforated Bottom16
SC04Q$\frac{3}{4}$ Size 4"H - Solid Bottom18
SC04QG$\frac{3}{4}$ Size 4"H - Perforated Bottom18
SC05Q$\frac{3}{4}$ Size 5"H - Solid Bottom22
SC05QG$\frac{3}{4}$ Size 5"H - Perforated Bottom22
SC06Q$\frac{3}{4}$ Size 6"H - Solid Bottom22
SC06QG$\frac{3}{4}$ Size 6"H - Perforated Bottom22
SC08Q$\frac{3}{4}$ Size 8"H - Solid Bottom25
SC08QG$\frac{3}{4}$ Size 8"H - Perforated Bottom25
SC04FFull Size 4"H - Solid Bottom25
SC04FGFull Size 4"H - Perforated Bottom25
SC05FFull Size 5"H - Solid Bottom25
SC05FGFull Size 5"H - Perforated Bottom25
SC06FFull Size 6"H - Solid Bottom25
SC06FGFull Size 6"H - Perforated Bottom25
SC08FFull Size 8"H - Solid Bottom25
SC08FGFull Size 8"H - Perforated Bottom25
SC04LLong Size 4"H – Solid Bottom30
SC04LGLong Size 4"H - Perforated Bottom30
SC06LGLong Size 6"H - Perforated Bottom30
SC08LLong Size 8"H – Solid Bottom30
SC08LGLong Size 8"H - Perforated Bottom30

Table 2: Recommended Load for SteriTite® Containers with STERIZONE VP4Sterilization:

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Note: SteriTite containers for STERIZONE® VP4 Sterilization System are offered in both solid and perforated bottom units. SteriTite containers must be used with single-use non-woven polypropylene disposable filters.

Table 3. MediTray Products Compatibility Table

MEDITRAY PRODUCTSTERIZONE® VP4 Cycle 1Compatibility
BasketsYes
TraysYes
Insert BoxesYes
Metal BracketsYes
Metal PartitionsYes
PostsYes
Silicone BracketsYes
RacksYes
StringersYes

Table 4. SteriTite® Accessories Compatibility

SteriTite® AccessoriesSTERIZONE® VP4Compatibility
SCF02 Round filterYes
SCFM02 Rectangular filterYes
SCS01W Tamper Evident SealsYes
SCLH2O23 Load Card LargeYes
SCLH2O24 Load Card SmallYes

5.5 Technological Characteristics (compared to the predicate(s)):

The SteriTite® container system for STERIZONE® VP4 in Cycle1 is the same SteriTite® container previously cleared for steam, STERRAD 100, 100S, 200, NX, 100NX(Standard and Flex cycles), EtO, Ozone and Hydrogen Peroxide (Amsco V-PRO1) as well as Amsco V-PRO 1Plus and V-PRO Max sterilization. Case Medical's SteriTite® container and MediTray products are compatible with STERIZONE® VP4 in Cycle 1. All containers are same sizes, have gasketed lids with latching mechanism and offer tamper evident features and external indicator as predicate devices. The SteriTite® sealed container in this submission is the same container previously cleared.

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Table of Substantial Equivalence:

SteriTite Sealed Container for:STERIZONE®VP4 SterilizerTSO3 125LAMSCOV-ProSTERRAD
INDICATIONS FOR USE:
Intended to enclose medical devicesYESYESYESYES
Intended for holding instruments to besterilized, transported and storedYESYESYESYES
Intended to be reusedYESYESYESYES
DESIGN:
Rectangular metal container consisting of licand baseYESYESYESYES
Incorporates a filter system to permit entrysterilant agent and prevent microbialmigration during storageYESYESYESYES
Gasketed seal and retention plateYESYESYESYES
Latching mechanism to secure lid and baseYESYESYESYES
Tamper evident sealYESYESYESYES
MATERIALS:
ContainerAnodized AluminuStainless Steel,siliconeAnodizedAluminum,Stainless SteesiliconeAnodizedAluminumStainless StesiliconeAnodizedAluminum,Stainless Stesilicone
Polypropylene FilterYESYESYESYES
PERFORMANCE STANDARDS/SPECIFICATIONS:
AAMI ST77 standard testing requirementsYESYESYESYES
Permits transfer of contaminated materialsYESYESYESYES
SteriTite Sealed Container for:STERIZONE®VP4 SterilizerTSO3 125LAMSCOV-ProSTERRAD

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Removable filterYESYESYESYES
LabelingYESYESYESYES
DecontaminationYESYESYESYES
Inspection InstructionsYESYESYESYES
Sterility maintenance discussed in labelingYESYESYESYES
User responsibilities listed in labelingYESYESYESYES
Routine inspection in labelingYESYESYESYES
VALIDATION:
Testing performed using half cycle conditionYESYESYESYES
LoadSTU loadSTU loadSTU loadSTU load
Microbial BarrierYESYESYESYES
TEST ORGANISM:
GeobacillusstearothermophilusYESYESYESYES
Inoculated spore carriers with 1 x 10° G.StearothermophilusYESYESYESYES
Inoculated bladesYESYESYESYES
Inoculated lumensYESYESYESYES
Occlusion / matted surfacesYESYESYESYES

5.6 Performance Data:

All required testing per "Draft Guidance for the Preparation of Premarket Notifications 510(k)'s" was completed. These included:

  • "Stacking Capability and Strength Tests" Testing performed demonstrated that O containers can be stacked during storage and transport.
  • O "Lethality Studies" The efficacy studies were performed to determine the sterility effectiveness of the STERIZONE® VP4 sterilizer Cycle1 for surface sterilization, flexible surgical endoscopes single channel with internal channel lumen, single/multi channel rigid endoscopes, as well as non lumened medical devices within the SteriTite® containers with polypropylene disposable filters. Microbial challenges were placed in the most difficult-to-

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sterilize areas between mated surfaces, within insert boxes, and between instruments held within silicone brackets and under occlusion. Container configurations and loads representing the worst-case challenge were selected.

Results: All results were negative. Data obtained from representative samples of the SteriTite® perforated and solid base container line support SAL of 10° claims.

  • "Biocompatibility Study" Irritation testing was conducted for the polypropylene filter o material as well as for the silicone brackets material (which is in contact with patientcontacted devices). All results were negative. In addition, levels of residual H2O2 on SteriTite components after processing in STERIZONE VP4 did not exceed the breathing zone.
  • "Sterility Maintenance Study" The SteriTite containers sterilized in STERIZONE® VP4 o sterilization (Cycle 1) maintained sterility after a six month (180 days) real time with handling events. No growth was observed for the material used to absorb microorganisms of all the containers tested after 31 days and 6 months of shelf life. All the STERIZONE® BI+ Biological indicators placed in the containers were tested and were negative. All chemical indicators (CI+) were lighter than the reference color proving the sterilant penetrated the containers.
  • "Microbial Challenge Test" Testing was performed using worst case scenario sample O containers. Following the exposure to 100 STERIZONE VP4 sterilization cycles for the highest exposure to sterilant, worst case scenario for material compatibility, the samples containing biological and chemical indicators were processed in a STERIZONE VP4 sterilization cycle. Samples were than subjected to an aerosol challenge (10) Bacillus Atrophaeus CFU/ml). Each sample met the sterility maintenance requirement as there was no growth at the end of the incubation period.
  • "Free Fall Impact Test" Testing performed demonstrated that container can withstand O accidental dropping.
  • O "Handle Stress Test" Testing performed demonstrated that container handles (by design and their means of attachment to the container) are sufficiently robust to support the weight of the container with load (56lbs.) without deformation.
  • Internal Stacking: In STERIZONE® VP4 Cycle 1 up to four (4) instrument baskets or trays o may be stacked within the SteriTite® container system.
  • Reuse testing: Validation of material compatibility and functionality was successfully o performed after completion of 100 consecutive cleaning and sterilization cycles in STERIZONE® VP4 (Cycle 1)

The SteriTite® container system with MediTray products were fully validated for STERIZONE® VP4 Cycle 1. The validation testing was conducted at qualified independent laboratories in accordance with FDA guidance and available AAMI standards.

5.7 Conclusion:

The performance testing data for the subject devices SteriTite® container System &MediTray Products demonstrates the subject devices are as safe, as effective, and performs as well as the predicate devices.

§ 880.6850 Sterilization wrap.

(a)
Identification. A sterilization wrap (pack, sterilization wrapper, bag, or accessories, is a device intended to be used to enclose another medical device that is to be sterilized by a health care provider. It is intended to allow sterilization of the enclosed medical device and also to maintain sterility of the enclosed device until used.(b)
Classification. Class II (performance standards).