(172 days)
No
The device description and intended use clearly indicate that these are chemical indicators that change color based on exposure to specific temperature and time parameters during steam sterilization. There is no mention of any computational processing, algorithms, or learning capabilities.
No
Explanation: This device is a chemical indicator used to monitor the effectiveness of steam sterilization processes for medical instruments, not a device directly used for therapy on patients.
No
This device is an emulating indicator used to verify the effectiveness of steam sterilization processes by changing color when exposed to specific temperature, type, and duration of steam, rather than diagnosing a medical condition.
No
The device is a chemical indicator that changes color based on exposure to steam sterilization parameters. It is a physical product, not software.
Based on the provided text, this device is not an In Vitro Diagnostic (IVD).
Here's why:
- Intended Use: The intended use of these devices is to monitor the effectiveness of steam sterilization cycles for medical devices and products. They indicate whether the necessary temperature, time, and steam penetration conditions have been met.
- Mechanism: The devices work by a chemical indicator changing color in response to the physical conditions of the sterilization process (temperature, steam).
- IVD Definition: An IVD is a device intended for use in the collection, preparation, and examination of specimens taken from the human body for the purpose of providing information for the diagnosis, treatment, or prevention of disease.
These steam indicators do not interact with human specimens or provide diagnostic information about a patient's health. They are quality control tools for the sterilization process of medical devices.
N/A
Intended Use / Indications for Use
The Verify® Steam Indicators are emulating indicators intended for use in steam sterilization. The Verify® Steam Indicators change color from yellow to blue/purple when exposed to the appropriate cycle temperature, type, and duration.
The Verify® 275F 3 Indicator is a chemical indicator intended for use by health care providers to accompany products being sterilized through a sterilization procedure. The Verify® 275F 3 Indicator is an emulating indicator intended for use in steam sterilization. The indicator changes color from yellow to blue/purple when exposed to 275°F (135°C) pre-vacuum sterilization cycles for 3 minutes.
The Verify® 275F Gravity Indicators are chemical integrators which meet ANSVAAMI 1140-1:2005 for emulating indicators intended for use in steam sterilization. The Verify® 275F Gravity Indicators change color from yellow to blue/purple when exposed to 275°F (135°C) and to the appropriate cycle type and duration.
The Verify® Challenge Packs -Version 2 - are test packs consisting of an emulating indicator surrounded by a steam penetration barrier, intended for use in steam sterilization. The Verify® Challenge Packs indicators change color from yellow to blue/purple when exposed to the appropriate cycle temperature, type, and duration.
The Verify® 270FP Challenge Pack is a test pack consisting of three emulating indicator inks situated on a test sheet surrounded by a steam penetration barrier, intended for use in SFPP (steam-flush pressure-pulse) and pre-vacuum steam sterilization for load release. The Verify® 270FP Challenge Pack indicators change color from yellow to blue/purple when exposed to the following conditions at 270°F (132°C):
- 4 minute indicator SFPP and pre-vacuum steam sterilization for 4 minutes.
- 10 minute indicator Pre-vacuum steam sterilization for 10 minutes.
- 20 minute indicator Pre-vacuum steam sterilization for 20 minutes.
The Browne TST Dual Use Test Pack is a chemical sterilization process monitor that can be used as either: - Bowie Dick Test in an empty chamber to monitor air removal and steam penetration during the vacuum stage of 132°C (270°F), 134°C (273°F), and 135 °C (275 °F) test cycles.
- Challenge Pack in a loaded chamber to monitor steam penetration during the hold/plateau stage of 132°C (270°F), 134 °C (273 °F), and 135 °C (275 °F) steam sterilization cycles.
Product codes (comma separated list FDA assigned to the subject device)
JOJ
Device Description
The VERIFY® SixCess Chemical Indicators consist of a 22mm x 143 mm (long) (7/8" x 5.6") or a 22mm X 70 mm (short) polypropylene strip with a 12 mm circular chemical indicator ink spot (or two spots in the case of the 270°F 3-10 Indicator) located on one end, adjacent to a reference circle exhibiting the endpoint color. The indicator ink on the proposed VERIFY® Steam Indicators change from yellow to blue/purple color when the steam sterilization cycle is complete.
The Verify® 275F Indicator consist of: A 22 mm x 143 mm (long) or a 22mm X 70 mm (short) polypropylene strip with one 12 mm chemical indicator ink spot. The indicator ink spots are located on each end of the strip (or one end if it is just one ink spot), adjacent to a reference block exhibiting the endpoint color. The indicator ink on the proposed Verify® 275F Indicator changes from yellow to blue/purple color when the steam sterilization cycle is complete.
The Verify® 275F Gravity Indicators consist of: A 22 mm x 143 mm polypropylene strip with two 12 mm chemical indicator ink spots (for Verify® 275F 3-10 Indicator). A 22 mm x 143 mm (long) or a or a 22mm X 70 mm (short) polypropylene strip with one 12 mm chemical indicator ink spots (for Verify® 275F 10 Indicator). The indicator ink spots are located on each end of the strip (or one end if it is just one ink spot), adjacent to a reference block exhibiting the endpoint color. The indicator ink on the proposed Verify® 275F Gravity Indicators changes from yellow to blue/purple color when the steam sterilization cycle is complete.
The VERIFY® Challenge Packs Version 2 consists of an emulating indicator surrounded by a steam penetration barrier. The indicator ink inside the proposed Verify® Challenge Packs changes from yellow to blue/purple color when the steam sterilization cycle is complete. The process indicator outside of the packs undergoes a visual color change from pink to dark purple when exposed to steam in a temperature range of 250°F (121°C) to 275°F (135°C).
The VERIFY® 270FP Challenge Pack, Model LCC019, consists of three emulating indicator inks situated on a test sheet surrounded by a steam penetration barrier. The indicator inks on the proposed Verify® 270FP Challenge Pack test sheet change from yellow to blue/purple color when exposed to saturated steam at 270°F (132°C) for the following times. The process indicator outside of the packs undergoes a visual color change from pink to dark purple when exposed to steam in a temperature range of 250°F (121°C) to 275°F (135°C).
The TST Test Pack (models EQC009 and EQC010, VERIFY Bowie Dick Test Pack) consists of a chemical integrator surrounded by a steam penetration barrier. The indicator ink used for the Integrator Test Pack integrator is identical to the ink used for the TST Control Integrator for Steam Autoclave (K965154).
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
health care providers
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)
The ink formulation changes were to inert component of the chemical indicator ink. The testing described in the table below, over the 3-year shelflife, demonstrated equivalent performance of the proposed indicators to the predicates.
Test: Performance in a sterilizer, Predicate: Pass, Proposed: Pass, Comparison: Same
Test: Performance in a resistometer, Predicate: Pass, Proposed: Pass, Comparison: Same
Test: No delamination of indicators following exposure to steam, Predicate: Pass, Proposed: Pass, Comparison: Same
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.
K002741, K070461, K071895, K073683, K083643, K103053
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.
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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§ 880.2800 Sterilization process indicator.
(a)
Biological sterilization process indicator —(1)Identification. A biological sterilization process indicator is a device intended for use by a health care provider to accompany products being sterilized through a sterilization procedure and to monitor adequacy of sterilization. The device consists of a known number of microorganisms, of known resistance to the mode of sterilization, in or on a carrier and enclosed in a protective package. Subsequent growth or failure of the microorganisms to grow under suitable conditions indicates the adequacy of sterilization.(2)
Classification. Class II (performance standards).(b)
Physical/chemical sterilization process indicator —(1)Identification. A physical/chemical sterilization process indicator is a device intended for use by a health care provider to accompany products being sterilized through a sterilization procedure and to monitor one or more parameters of the sterilization process. The adequacy of the sterilization conditions as measured by these parameters is indicated by a visible change in the device.(2)
Classification. Class II (performance standards).
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Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Document Control Center - WO66-G609 Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002
March 21, 2017
STERIS Corporation Mr. Anthony Piotrkowski Senior Manager, Regulatory Affairs 5960 Heisley Rd. Mentor, Ohio 44060
Re: K162758
Trade/Device Name: VERIFY® Steam Indicators (VERIFY® SixCess® Chemical Indicators) VERIFY 275F 3 Indicators (VERIFY® SixCess Indicators) VERIFY 275F Gravity Indicators (VERIFY® SixCess Indicators) VERIFY Challenge Packs - Version 2 (VERIFY® SixCess Challenge Pack) VERIFY 270FP Challenge Pack Browne TST Dual Use Test Pack (VERIFY® Bowie Dick Test Pack) Regulation Number: 21 CFR 880.2800(b) Regulation Name: Sterilization Process Indicator Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: JOJ Dated: February 15, 2017 Received: February 16, 2017
Dear Mr. Anthony Piotrkowski:
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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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); 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" (21CFR 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,
Michael J. Ryan -S
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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DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES Food and Drug Administration
Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K162758
Device Name
VERIFY® Steam Indicators (VERIFY® SixCess® Chemical Indicators)
Indications for Use (Describe)
The Verify® Steam Indicators are emulating indicators intended for use in steam sterilization. The Verify® Steam Indicators change color from yellow to blue/purple when exposed to the appropriate cycle temperature, type, and duration. The indicator models and their cycle temperatures, types, and times are:
| MODEL | TEMPERATURE | STERILIZATION TYPE | TIME |
|---|---|---|---|
| Verify 250F 30 | 250°F (121°C) | gravity steam | 30 minutes |
| Verify 270F 15 | 270°F (132°C) | gravity steam | 15 minutes |
| Verify 270F 3-10 | 270°F (132°C) | gravity flash steam | 3 or 10 minutes |
| Verify 270F 4 | 270°F (132°C) | SFPP, pre-vacuum and Express steam | 4 minutes |
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
ا Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
മ Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
Form Approved: OMB No. 0910-0120
Expiration Date: January 31, 2017
See PRA Statement below.
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FOR FDA USE ONLY
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DO NOT SEND YOUR COMPLETED FORM TO THE PRA STAFF EMAIL ADDRESS BELOW.
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510(k) Number (if known) K162758
Device Name
VERIFY 275F 3 Indicator (VERIFY® SixCess Indicators)
Indications for Use (Describe)
The Verify® 275F 3 Indicator is a chemical indicator intended for use by health care providers to accompany products being sterilized through a sterilization procedure. The Verify® 275F 3 Indicator is an emulating indicator intended for use in steam sterilization. The indicator changes color from yellow to blue/purple when exposed to 275ºF (135ºC) prevacuum sterilization cycles for 3 minutes as indicated in the following table:
| MODEL | TEMPERATURE | STERILIZATION TYPE | TIME |
|---|---|---|---|
| Verify 275F 3 | 275°F (135°C) | Pre-vacuum steam | 3 minutes |
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
ا Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
മ Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
Form Approved: OMB No. 0910-0120
Expiration Date: January 31, 2017
See PRA Statement below.
PLEASE DO NOT WRITE BELOW THIS LINE - CONTINUE ON A SEPARATE PAGE IF NEEDED.
FOR FDA USE ONLY
Concurrence of Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH) (Signature)
This section applies only to requirements of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995.
DO NOT SEND YOUR COMPLETED FORM TO THE PRA STAFF EMAIL ADDRESS BELOW.
The burden time for this collection of information is estimated to average 79 hours per response, including the time to review instructions, search existing data sources, gather and maintain the data needed and complete and review the collection of information. Send comments regarding this burden estimate or any other aspect of this information collection, including suggestions for reducing this burden, to:
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510(k) Number (if known) K162758
Device Name
VERIFY 275F Gravity Indicators (VERIFY® SixCess Indicators)
Indications for Use (Describe)
The Verify® 275F Gravity Indicators are chemical integrators which meet ANSI/AAMI 1140-1:2005 for emulating indicators intended for use in steam sterilization. The Verify® 275F Gravity Indicators change color from yellow to blue/ purple when exposed to 275°F (135°C) and to the appropriate cycle type and duration. The Verify® 275F Indicators models and their cycle types and times are:
| MODEL | TEMPERATURE | STERILIZATION TYPE | TIME |
|---|---|---|---|
| Verify 275F 3-10 | 275°F (135°C) | Gravity flash steam | 3 and 10 minutes |
| Verify 275F 10 | 275°F (135°C) | Gravity steam | 10 minutes |
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
ا Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
മ Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
PLEASE DO NOT WRITE BELOW THIS LINE - CONTINUE ON A SEPARATE PAGE IF NEEDED.
FOR FDA USE ONLY
Concurrence of Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH) (Signature)
This section applies only to requirements of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995.
DO NOT SEND YOUR COMPLETED FORM TO THE PRA STAFF EMAIL ADDRESS BELOW.
The burden time for this collection of information is estimated to average 79 hours per response, including the time to review instructions, search existing data sources, gather and maintain the data needed and complete and review the collection of information. Send comments regarding this burden estimate or any other aspect of this information collection, including suggestions for reducing this burden, to:
Department of Health and Human Services Food and Drug Administration Office of Chief Information Officer Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) Staff PRAStaff(@fda.hhs.gov
"An agency may not conduct or sponsor, and a person is not required to respond to, a collection of information unless it displays a currently valid OMB number."
Form Approved: OMB No. 0910-0120 Expiration Date: January 31, 2017 See PRA Statement below.
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DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES Food and Drug Administration
Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K162758
Device Name
VERIFY Challenge Packs - Version 2 (VERIFY® SixCess Challenge Pack)
Indications for Use (Describe)
The Verify® Challenge Packs -Version 2 - are test packs consisting of an emulating indicator surrounded by a steam penetration barrier, intended for use in steam sterilization. The Verify® Challenge Packs indicators change color from yellow to blue/purple when exposed to the appropriate cycle temperature, type, and duration. The challenge pack models and their cycle temperatures, types, and times are:
- Verify® 270F 4 270ºF (132ºC) Pre-vacuum, Steam Flush Pressure Pulse (SFPP), 4 minutes
- Verify® 275F 3 275°F (135°C) Pre-vacuum 3 minutes
There is a process indicator outside of the packs which undergoes a visual color change when exposed to steam in a temperature range of 250°F (121°C) to 275°F (135°C).
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
ا Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
മ Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
PLEASE DO NOT WRITE BELOW THIS LINE - CONTINUE ON A SEPARATE PAGE IF NEEDED.
FOR FDA USE ONLY
Concurrence of Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH) (Signature)
This section applies only to requirements of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995.
DO NOT SEND YOUR COMPLETED FORM TO THE PRA STAFF EMAIL ADDRESS BELOW.
The burden time for this collection of information is estimated to average 79 hours per response, including the time to review instructions, search existing data sources, gather and maintain the data needed and complete and review the collection of information. Send comments regarding this burden estimate or any other aspect of this information collection, including suggestions for reducing this burden, to:
Department of Health and Human Services Food and Drug Administration Office of Chief Information Officer Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) Staff PRAStaff(@fda.hhs.gov
"An agency may not conduct or sponsor, and a person is not required to respond to, a collection of information unless it displays a currently valid OMB number."
Form Approved: OMB No. 0910-0120 Expiration Date: January 31, 2017 See PRA Statement below.
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510(k) Number (if known) K162758
Device Name VERIFY 270FP Challenge Pack
Indications for Use (Describe)
The Verify® 270FP Challenge Pack is a test pack consisting of three emulating indicator inks situated on a test sheet surrounded by a steam penetration barrier, intended for use in SFPP (steam-flush pressure-pulse) and pre-vacuum steam sterilization for load release. The Verify® 270FP Challenge Pack indicators change color from vellow to blue/purple when exposed to the following conditions at 270 F (132C):
- 4 minute indicator SFPP and pre-vacuum steam sterilization for 4 minutes.
- 10 minute indicator Pre-vacuum steam sterilization for 10 minutes.
- 20 minute indicator Pre-vacuum steam sterilization for 20 minutes.
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
- Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
PLEASE DO NOT WRITE BELOW THIS LINE - CONTINUE ON A SEPARATE PAGE IF NEEDED.
FOR FDA USE ONLY
Concurrence of Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH) (Signature)
This section applies only to requirements of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995.
DO NOT SEND YOUR COMPLETED FORM TO THE PRA STAFF EMAIL ADDRESS BELOW.
The burden time for this collection of information is estimated to average 79 hours per response, including the time to review instructions, search existing data sources, gather and maintain the data needed and complete and review the collection of information. Send comments regarding this burden estimate or any other aspect of this information collection, including suggestions for reducing this burden, to:
Department of Health and Human Services Food and Drug Administration Office of Chief Information Officer Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) Staff PRAStaff(@fda.hhs.gov
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510(k) Number (if known) K162758
Device Name
Browne TST Dual Use Test Pack (VERIFY® Bowie Dick Test Pack)
Indications for Use (Describe)
The Browne TST Dual Use Test Pack is a chemical sterilization process monitor that can be used as either:
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Bowie Dick Test - in an empty chamber to monitor air removal and steam penetration during the vacuum stage of 132°C (270°F) , 134°C (273°F) , and 135 °C (275 °F) test cycles.
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Challenge Pack - in a loaded chamber to monitor steam penetration during the hold/plateau stage of 132°C (270°F), 134 °C (273 °F), and 135 °C (275 °F) steam sterilization cycles.
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
ا Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
മ Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
PLEASE DO NOT WRITE BELOW THIS LINE - CONTINUE ON A SEPARATE PAGE IF NEEDED.
FOR FDA USE ONLY
Concurrence of Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH) (Signature)
This section applies only to requirements of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995.
DO NOT SEND YOUR COMPLETED FORM TO THE PRA STAFF EMAIL ADDRESS BELOW.
The burden time for this collection of information is estimated to average 79 hours per response, including the time to review instructions, search existing data sources, gather and maintain the data needed and complete and review the collection of information. Send comments regarding this burden estimate or any other aspect of this information collection, including suggestions for reducing this burden, to:
Department of Health and Human Services Food and Drug Administration Office of Chief Information Officer Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) Staff PRAStaff(@fda.hhs.gov
"An agency may not conduct or sponsor, and a person is not required to respond to, a collection of information unless it displays a currently valid OMB number."
Form Approved: OMB No. 0910-0120 Expiration Date: January 31, 2017 See PRA Statement below.
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510(k) Summary For K162758 VERIFY® SixCess® Chemical Indicators and Chemical Indicator Challenge Packs
STERIS Corporation 5960 Heisley Road Mentor, OH 44060 Phone: (440) 354-2600 Fax No: (440) 357-9198
Anthony Piotrkowski Contact: Senior Manager, Regulatory Affairs Tel: 440-392-7437 Fax: 440-357-9198 e-mail: tpiotrko@steris.com
Submission Date: March 20, 2017
Premarket Notification Number: K162758
STERIS Corporation ■ 5960 Heisley Road ■ Mentor, OH 44060-1834 USA ■ 440-354-2600
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Device Name 1.
VERIFY® Steam Indicators (VERIFY® SixCess® Chemical Trade Name: Indicators) VERIFY 275F 3 Indicators (VERIFY® SixCess Indicators) VERIFY 275F Gravity Indicators (VERIFY® SixCess Indicators) VERIFY Challenge Packs - Version 2 (VERIFY® SixCess Challenge Pack) VERIFY 270FP Challenge Pack Browne TST Dual Use Test Pack (VERIFY® Bowie Dick Test Pack)
| Device Class: | Class II |
|---|---|
| Common/usual Name: | Chemical Indicator |
| Classification Name: | Physical/chemical sterilization process indicators |
| Classification Number: | 21 CFR 880.2800 (b) |
| Product Code: | JOJ |
Predicate Devices 2.
| 510(k) # | Device Name |
|---|---|
| K002741 | Browne TST Dual Use Test Pack |
| K070461 | VERIFY Steam Indicators |
| K071895 | VERIFY 275F 3 Indicator |
| K073683 | VERIFY Challenge Packs - Versions 2 |
| K083643 | VERIFY 275F Gravity Indicator |
| K103053 | VERIFY 270FP Challenge Pack |
The proposed devices are identical to the predicates in performance and composition with the following exceptions:
- . Solvent is changing to a REACh compliant base - the solvent evaporates during the printing process.
- . Plasticizer is changing to a REACh compliant chemical - the plasticizer is an inert component and makes the ink easier to work with during the printing process.
- . Adhesive is changing to a REACh compliant chemical - the adhesive is inert and used to adhere laminate to substrate.
- . Labeling references the (most recent) 2014 revision of ISO 11140-1 and uses the newly introduced "Type 6" in place of "Class 6".
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3. Description of Device
- The VERIFY® SixCess Chemical Indicators consist of a 22mm x 143 mm 3.1 strip (long) (7/8" x 5.6") or a 22mm X 70 mm (short) polypropylene strip with a 12 mm circular chemical indicator ink spot (or two spots in the case of the 270°F 3-10 Indicator) located on one end, adjacent to a reference circle exhibiting the endpoint color. The indicator ink on the proposed VERIFY® Steam Indicators change from yellow to blue/purple color when the steam sterilization cycle is complete.
- . The Verify® 250ºF 30 Indicator (models: PCC005, VERIFY SixCess 250F 30 Minute Indicator - Short, and PCC007, VERIFY SixCess 250F 30 Minute Indicator - Long) can be used to monitor a 30 minute 250°F/121°C gravity steam sterilization cycle.
- . The Verify® 270ºF 15 Indicator (model PCC031, VERIFY SixCess 270F 15 Minute Indicator) can be used to monitor a 15 minute 270°F/132°C gravity steam sterilization cycle.
- . The Verify® 270°F 3-10 Indicator (model LCC310, VERIFY SixCess 270F Flash Indicator) can be used to monitor a 3 minute or10 minute 270°F/132°C gravity flash steam sterilization cycle.
- . The Verify® 270ºF 4 Indicator (models PCC006, VERIFY SixCess 270F 4 Minute Indicator - Short and PCC008, VERIFY SixCess 270F 4 Minute Indicator - Long) can be used to monitor a 4 minute 270°F/132°C SFPP. pre-vacuum and Express steam sterilization cycle.
- 3.2 The Verify® 275F Indicator consist of:
- . A 22 mm x 143 mm (long) or a 22mm X 70 mm (short) polypropylene strip with one 12 mm chemical indicator ink spot.
The indicator ink spots are located on each end of the strip (or one end if it is just one ink spot), adjacent to a reference block exhibiting the endpoint color. The indicator ink on the proposed Verify® 275F Indicator changes from yellow to blue/purple color when the steam sterilization cycle is complete.
The Verify® 275F Indicator can be used to monitor 275°F (135°C) sterilization cycles as follows:
- . The Verify® 275F 3 Indicator (models PCC034, VERIFY SixCess 275F 3 Minute Indicator - Long and PCC038, VERIFY SixCess 275F 3 Minute Indicator - Short) can be used to monitor a 3 minute 275°F (135°C) prevacuum steam sterilization cycle.
- The Verify® 275F Gravity Indicators consist of: 3.3
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- A 22 mm x 143 mm polypropylene strip with two 12 mm chemical indicator . ink spots (for Verify® 275F 3-10 Indicator).
- . A 22 mm x 143 mm (long) or a or a 22mm X 70 mm (short) polypropylene strip with one 12 mm chemical indicator ink spots (for Verify® 275F 10 Indicator).
The indicator ink spots are located on each end of the strip (or one end if it is just one ink spot), adjacent to a reference block exhibiting the endpoint color. The indicator ink on the proposed Verify® 275F Gravity Indicators changes from yellow to blue/purple color when the steam sterilization cycle is complete.
The Verify® 275F Gravity Indicators can be used to monitor 275°F (135°C) sterilization cycles as follows:
- . The Verify® 275F 3-10 Indicator (model LCC005, VERIFY SixCess 275F Flash Indicator) can be used to monitor a 3 and 10 minute 275°F (135°C) gravity flash steam sterilization cycle (including prevacuum, single wrapped trays).
- . The Verify® 275F 10 Indicator can be used to monitor a 10 minute 275°F (135℃) gravity steam sterilization cycle.
- 3.4 The VERIFY® Challenge Packs Version 2 consists of an emulating indicator surrounded by a steam penetration barrier. The indicator ink inside the proposed Verify® Challenge Packs changes from yellow to blue/purple color when the steam sterilization cycle is complete:
- . The Verify® 270F 4 Challenge Pack -Version 2 (model LCCC003, VERIFY SixCess 270F 4 Challenge Pack) - can be used to monitor a 4 minute 270°F/132°C Steam-Flush Pressure-Pulse (SFPP) and pre-vacuum steam sterilization cycle.
- The Verify® 275F 3 Challenge Pack - Version 2 - (model LCC014, VERIFY SixCess 275F 3 Challenge Pack) can be used to monitor a 3 minute 275°F/135°C pre-vacuum steam sterilization cycle.
The process indicator outside of the packs undergoes a visual color change from pink to dark purple when exposed to steam in a temperature range of 250°F (121°C) to 275°F (135°C).
- 3.5 The VERIFY® 270FP Challenge Pack, Model LCC019, consists of three emulating indicator inks situated on a test sheet surrounded by a steam penetration barrier. The indicator inks on the proposed Verify® 270FP Challenge Pack test sheet change from yellow to blue/purple color when exposed to saturated steam at 270°F (132°C) for the following times.
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- . 4 minute indicator - The 4 minute indicator ink on the Verify® 270FP Challenge Pack can be used to monitor a 4 minute SFPP (steam-flush pressure-pulse) and pre-vacuum steam sterilization cycle.
- . 10 minute indicator – The 10 minute indicator ink on the Verify® 270FP Challenge Pack can be used to monitor a 10 minute pre-vacuum steam sterilization cycle.
- . 20 minute indicator - The 20 minute indicator ink on the Verify® 270FP Challenge Pack can be used to monitor a 20 minute pre-vacuum steam sterilization cycle.
The process indicator outside of the packs undergoes a visual color change from pink to dark purple when exposed to steam in a temperature range of 250°F (121°C) to 275°F (135°C).
- 3.6 The TST Test Pack (models EQC009 and EQC010, VERIFY Bowie Dick Test Pack) consists of a chemical integrator surrounded by a steam penetration barrier. The indicator ink used for the Integrator Test Pack integrator is identical to the ink used for the TST Control Integrator for Steam Autoclave (K965154).
Intended Use 4.
4.1 Verify® Steam Indicators
The Verify® Steam Indicators are emulating indicators intended for use in steam sterilization. The Verify® Steam Indicators change color from yellow to blue/purple when exposed to the appropriate cycle temperature, type, and duration. The indicator models and their cycle temperatures, types, and times are:
| MODEL | TEMPERATURE | STERILIZATION TYPE | TIME |
|---|---|---|---|
| Verify 250F 30 | 250°F (121°C) | gravity steam | 30 minutes |
| Verify 270F 15 | 270°F (132°C) | gravity steam | 15 minutes |
| Verify 270F 3-10 | 270°F (132°C) | gravity flash steam | 3 or 10 minutes |
| Verify 270F 4 | 270°F (132°C) | Steam Flush Pressure Pulse (SFPP), pre-vacuum and Express steam | 4 minutes |
4.2 Verify® 275F 3 Indicator
The Verify® 275F 3 Indicator is a chemical indicator intended for use by health care providers to accompany products being sterilized through a sterilization procedure. The Verify® 275F 3 Indicator is an emulating indicator intended for use in steam sterilization. The indicator changes color from yellow to blue/purple when exposed to 275°F (135°C) pre-vacuum sterilization cycles for 3 minutes as indicated in the following table:
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| MODEL | TEMPERATURE | STERILIZATION TYPE | TIME |
|---|---|---|---|
| Verify 275F 3 | 275°F (135°C) | Pre-vacuum steam | 3 minutes |
4.3 Verify® 275F Gravity Indicators
The Verify® 275F Gravity Indicators are chemical integrators which meet ANSVAAMI 1140-1:2005 for emulating indicators intended for use in steam sterilization. The Verify® 275F Gravity Indicators change color from yellow to blue/purple when exposed to 275°F (135°C) and to the appropriate cycle type and duration. The Verify® 275F Indicators models and their cycle types and times are:
| MODEL | TEMPERATURE | STERILIZATION TYPE | TIME |
|---|---|---|---|
| Verify 275F 3-10 | 275°F (135°C) | Gravity flash steam | 3 and 10 minutes |
| Verify 275F 10 | 275°F (135°C) | Gravity steam | 10 minutes |
4.4 Verify® Challenge Packs
The Verify® Challenge Packs -Version 2 - are test packs consisting of an emulating indicator surrounded by a steam penetration barrier, intended for use in steam sterilization. The Verify® Challenge Packs indicators change color from yellow to blue/purple when exposed to the appropriate cycle temperature, type, and duration. The challenge pack models and their cycle temperatures, types, and times are:
| MODEL | TEMPERATURE | STERILIZATION TYPE | TIME |
|---|---|---|---|
| Verify® 270F 4 | 270°F (132°C) | Pre-vacuum, Steam Flush Pressure Pulse (SFPP) | 4 minutes |
| Verify® 275F 3 | 275°F (135°C) | Pre-vacuum | 3 minutes |
There is a process indicator outside of the packs which undergoes a visual color change when exposed to steam in a temperature range of 250°F (121°C) to 275°F (135°C).
4.5 Verify® 270FP Challenge Pack
The Verify® 270FP Challenge Pack is a test pack consisting of three emulating indicator inks situated on a test sheet surrounded by a steam penetration barrier, intended for use in SFPP (steam-flush pressure-pulse) and pre-vacuum steam sterilization for load release. The Verify® 270FP Challenge Pack indicators change color from yellow to blue/purple when exposed to the following conditions at 270°F (132°C):
- · 4 minute indicator SFPP and pre-vacuum steam sterilization for 4 minutes.
- · 10 minute indicator Pre-vacuum steam sterilization for 10 minutes.
- · 20 minute indicator Pre-vacuum steam sterilization for 20 minutes.
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4.6 TST Dual Use Test Pack
The Browne TST Dual Use Test Pack is a chemical sterilization process monitor that can be used as either:
- Bowie Dick Test in an empty chamber to monitor air removal and steam penetration during the vacuum stage of 132°C (270°F), 134°C (273°F), and 135 °C (275 °F) test cycles.
- Challenge Pack in a loaded chamber to monitor steam penetration during the hold/plateau stage of 132°C (270°F), 134 °C (273 °F), and 135 °C (275 °F) steam sterilization cycles.
5. Description of Safety and Substantial Equivalence
5.1 Technology Comparison
- Features - identical between predicate and proposed device
- . Principle of operation - identical between predicate and proposed devices
- . Types/models - identical between predicate and proposed devices
- . Materials - identical between predicate and proposed devices with the exception of the three ink formulation changes described in section 2 above.
| Feature | Predicate | Proposed | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Substrate | Polypropylene | Polypropylene | Same |
| Ink | Proprietary | Identical formulation | |
| as predicate with | |||
| exception of inert | |||
| components - solvent, | |||
| plasticizer and | |||
| adhesive | Data presented in | ||
| the submission to | |||
| demonstrate | |||
| similarities | |||
| Performance | |||
| Specification | |||
| (Type 6) | Meets ISO 11140 | ||
| requirements for | |||
| Type 6 indicator | Meets ISO 11140 | ||
| requirements for Type | |||
| 6 indicator | Same | ||
| Performance | |||
| Specification | |||
| (BD) | Meets ISO 11140 | ||
| requirements for | |||
| Bowie Dick indicator | Meets ISO 11140 | ||
| requirements for | |||
| Bowie Dick indicator | Same | ||
| Intended Use | No change to intended use or indications for | ||
| use between proposed and predicate | Same | ||
| Mechanism of | |||
| Action | No change to mechanism of action between | ||
| proposed and predicate | Same |
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5.2 Effectiveness Comparison
The ink formulation changes were to inert component of the chemical indicator ink. The testing described in the table below, over the 3-year shelflife, demonstrated equivalent performance of the proposed indicators to the predicates.
| Test | Predicate | Proposed | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Performance in a sterilizer | Pass | Pass | Same |
| Performance in a resistometer | Pass | Pass | Same |
| No delamination of indicators | |||
| following exposure to steam | Pass | Pass | Same |
Safety Comparison 5.3
The ink formulation changes were to inert component of the chemical indicator ink, and the further the solvent is not present in the final product. The safety of the indicator products is inherent to their design. Indicators are not intended to contact patients. All indicators are laminated to prevent contact of the indicator ink with items within a sterilization load. Challenge pack indicators are further contained within steam barrier materials.
6. Conclusion
Based on the intended uses, technological characteristics and non-clinical performance data, the subject devices are substantially equivalent and is as safe and as effective as the legally marketed predicate device Class II (21 CFR 880.2800, Product code JOJ).