K Number
K210181
Device Name
Nordiwell Surgical Face Mask
Date Cleared
2021-03-09

(46 days)

Product Code
Regulation Number
878.4040
AI/MLSaMDIVD (In Vitro Diagnostic)TherapeuticDiagnosticis PCCP AuthorizedThirdparty
Intended Use
When properly worn, the surgical face masks are intended to patient and healthcare workers from transfer of microorganisms, body fluids and particulate matter. This device is non-sterile and for single use only.
Device Description
The Nordiwell Surgical Face Masks are composed of 3-layers and are flat-pleated. The mask materials consist of an outer layer (polypropylene spunbond, blue), inner layer (polypropylene spunbond white), filter (polypropylene melt-blown, white) and ties (polypropylene spunbond white). The mask contains a malleable nosepiece which is centrally positioned between the opposed side edges along the top edge of the mask. The nosepiece is a stable anchor in the vicinity of the nose and readily bent to conform to contours of a person's face. Thus the nosepiece can provide a firm fit over the nose and then to secure the mask over the users' mouth and face. The mask is a single use, provided non-sterile. This device is not made with natural rubber latex and Shelf-life of the device is 2 years. The subject of this submission is a design change to the ear-loop in the Nordiwell Medical Face Mask(K202615). The ear-loop of the Nordiwell Medical Face Mask(K202615) is changed to tie in the subject device.
More Information

No
The device description and performance studies focus solely on the physical properties and filtration capabilities of a surgical face mask. There is no mention of any computational or analytical functions that would involve AI or ML.

No
The device is described as a surgical face mask intended to protect from transfer of microorganisms, body fluids, and particulate matter, which is a barrier function rather than a therapeutic one.

No

Explanation: The device description and intended use clearly state that the Nordiwell Surgical Face Masks are for protection against transfer of microorganisms, body fluids, and particulate matter, serving as a barrier. There is no mention of the device being used to diagnose any condition or disease.

No

The device description clearly outlines physical components (layers of polypropylene, nosepiece, ties/ear-loops) and the performance studies are focused on physical properties and biocompatibility, not software functionality.

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

Here's why:

  • Intended Use: The intended use clearly states the mask is for protecting patients and healthcare workers from the transfer of microorganisms, body fluids, and particulate matter. This is a physical barrier function, not a diagnostic test performed on a sample from the human body.
  • Device Description: The description details the physical construction and materials of the mask. There is no mention of reagents, assays, or any components used to analyze biological samples.
  • Performance Studies: The performance studies focus on the physical properties of the mask (filtration efficiency, fluid resistance, flammability) and its biocompatibility. These are not studies related to the accuracy or performance of a diagnostic test.

IVD devices are used to examine specimens from the human body (like blood, urine, tissue) to provide information for diagnosis, monitoring, or screening. This surgical face mask does not perform any such function.

N/A

Intended Use / Indications for Use

When properly worn, the surgical face masks are intended to patient and healthcare workers from transfer of microorganisms, body fluids and particulate matter. This device is non-sterile and for single use only.

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

FXX

Device Description

The Nordiwell Surgical Face Masks are composed of 3-layers and are flat-pleated. The mask materials consist of an outer layer (polypropylene spunbond, blue), inner layer (polypropylene spunbond white), filter (polypropylene melt-blown, white) and ties (polypropylene spunbond white). The mask contains a malleable nosepiece which is centrally positioned between the opposed side edges along the top edge of the mask. The nosepiece is a stable anchor in the vicinity of the nose and readily bent to conform to contours of a person's face. Thus the nosepiece can provide a firm fit over the nose and then to secure the mask over the users' mouth and face.

The mask is a single use, provided non-sterile.

This device is not made with natural rubber latex and Shelf-life of the device is 2 years.

The subject of this submission is a design change to the ear-loop in the Nordiwell Medical Face Mask(K202615). The ear-loop of the Nordiwell Medical Face Mask(K202615) is changed to tie in the subject device.

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

patient and healthcare workers

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)

Non-clinical Performance Testing:

(1) Bench testing was conducted to demonstrate the performance of the subject device. The bench testing includes the following tests:
Fluid Resistance Performance (ASTM F1862-17)
Particulate Filtration Efficiency (ASTM F2299-17)
Bacterial Filtration Efficiency (ASTM F2101-19)
Differential Pressure (Delta P) (EN 14683:2019, Annex C and ASTM F2100-19)
Flammability (16 CFR 1610)

(2) Biocompatibility evaluation and test
Biocompatibility evaluation conducted in accordance with the FDA's 2016 guidance and ISO10993-1:2018 supports that the subject devices are biocompatible. The biocompatibility test includes the following tests:
In Vitro Cytotoxicity Test (ISO 10993-5: 2009)
Skin Irritation Test (ISO 10993-10:2010)
Skin Sensitization Test (ISO 10993-10:2010)

Clinical Performance Testing

No clinical study is included in this submission.

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

Fluid Resistance Performance ASTM F1862: 32 of 32 pass at 160 mmHg
Particulate Filtration Efficiency ASTM F2299: > 99.9%
Bacterial Filtration Efficiency ASTM F2101: >=98%
Differential Pressure (Delta P): 5.6 mmH20/cm2
Flammability 16 CFR 1610: Class 1
In Vitro Cytotoxicity Test ISO 10993-5: 2009: Non-Cytotoxic
Skin Irritation Test ISO 10993-10:2010: Non-Irritating
Skin Sensitization Test ISO 10993-10:2010: Non-Sensitizing

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.

K202615

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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§ 878.4040 Surgical apparel.

(a)
Identification. Surgical apparel are devices that are intended to be worn by operating room personnel during surgical procedures to protect both the surgical patient and the operating room personnel from transfer of microorganisms, body fluids, and particulate material. Examples include surgical caps, hoods, masks, gowns, operating room shoes and shoe covers, and isolation masks and gowns. Surgical suits and dresses, commonly known as scrub suits, are excluded.(b)
Classification. (1) Class II (special controls) for surgical gowns and surgical masks. A surgical N95 respirator or N95 filtering facepiece respirator is not exempt if it is intended to prevent specific diseases or infections, or it is labeled or otherwise represented as filtering surgical smoke or plumes, filtering specific amounts of viruses or bacteria, reducing the amount of and/or killing viruses, bacteria, or fungi, or affecting allergenicity, or it contains coating technologies unrelated to filtration (e.g., to reduce and or kill microorganisms). Surgical N95 respirators and N95 filtering facepiece respirators are exempt from the premarket notification procedures in subpart E of part 807 of this chapter subject to § 878.9, and the following conditions for exemption:(i) The user contacting components of the device must be demonstrated to be biocompatible.
(ii) Analysis and nonclinical testing must:
(A) Characterize flammability and be demonstrated to be appropriate for the intended environment of use; and
(B) Demonstrate the ability of the device to resist penetration by fluids, such as blood and body fluids, at a velocity consistent with the intended use of the device.
(iii) NIOSH approved under its regulation.
(2) Class I (general controls) for surgical apparel other than surgical gowns and surgical masks. The class I device is exempt from the premarket notification procedures in subpart E of part 807 of this chapter subject to § 878.9.

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March 9, 2021

Changzhou Combat Protective Equipment Co., Ltd. Tao Wang Development Manager QingSiTang Village, Henglin Town, Wujin District Changzhou, Jiangsu 213101 China

Re: K210181

Trade/Device Name: Nordiwell Surgical Face Mask Regulation Number: 21 CFR 878.4040 Regulation Name: Surgical Apparel Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: FXX Dated: February 22, 2021 Received: March 1, 2021

Dear Tao Wang:

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. Although this letter refers to your product as a device, please be aware that some cleared products may instead be combination products. The 510(k) Premarket Notification Database located at https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfpmn/pmn.cfm identifies combination product submissions. 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 of medical device-related adverse events) (21 CFR 803) for devices or postmarketing safety reporting (21 CFR 4, Subpart B) for combination products (see https://www.fda.gov/combination-products/guidance-regulatory-information/postmarketing-safety-reportingcombination-products); good manufacturing practice requirements as set forth in the quality systems (OS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820) for devices or current good manufacturing practices (21 CFR 4, Subpart A) for combination products; and, if applicable, the electronic product radiation control provisions (Sections 531-542 of the Act); 21 CFR 1000-1050.

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 https://www.fda.gov/medical-device-safety/medical-device-reportingmdr-how-report-medical-device-problems.

For comprehensive regulatory information about medical devices and radiation-emitting products, including information about labeling regulations, please see Device Advice (https://www.fda.gov/medicaldevices/device-advice-comprehensive-regulatory-assistance) and CDRH Learn (https://www.fda.gov/training-and-continuing-education/cdrh-learn). Additionally, you may contact the Division of Industry and Consumer Education (DICE) to ask a question about a specific regulatory topic. See the DICE website (https://www.fda.gov/medical-device-advice-comprehensive-regulatoryassistance/contact-us-division-industry-and-consumer-education-dice) for more information or contact DICE by email (DICE@fda.hhs.gov) or phone (1-800-638-2041 or 301-796-7100).

Sincerely.

For Ryan Ortega, Ph.D. Acting Assistant Director DHT4B: Division of Infection Control and Plastic Surgery Devices OHT4: Office of Surgical and Infection Control Devices Office of Product Evaluation and Quality Center for Devices and Radiological Health

Enclosure

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Indications for Use

510(k) Number (if known) K210181

Device Name Nordiwell Surgical Face Mask

Indications for Use (Describe)

When properly worn, the surgical face masks are intended to patient and healthcare workers from transfer of microorganisms, body fluids and particulate matter. This device is non-sterile and for single use only.

Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
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Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)

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

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K210181

510(k) Summary

Date Prepared: 02/20/2021

1. Contact Information

1.1. Applicant

Applicant Name: Changzhou Combat Protective Equipment Co., Ltd. Address: Qingsitang, Henglin, Changzhou, Jiangsu, 213101 China Contact Person: Tao Wang Title: Development Manager Telephone: +86-519-85190068 E-mail: zhao.huifang@hotmail.com 1.2. Consultant Company: Sinow Medical AS Address: Høyteknologisenteret, Thorm chlens gate 55, 5006 Bergen, Norway Contact Person: Huifang Zhao Telephone: +86 13961151430 Email: zhao@bergemed.com

2. Device information

Trade Name: Nordiwell Surgical Face Mask Common Name: Surgical Face Mask Regulatory information: Classification Name: Mask, Surgical Classification: II Product Code: FXX Regulation Number: 21 CFR 878.4040 Review Panel: General Hospital

3. Legally Marketed Primary Predicate Device

Nordiwell Medical Face Mask (K202615)

4. Indication for use

When properly worn, the surgical face masks are intended to protect both patient and

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healthcare workers from transfer of microorganisms, body fluids and particulate matter. This device is non-sterile and for single use only.

5. Device Description

The Nordiwell Surgical Face Masks are composed of 3-layers and are flat-pleated. The mask materials consist of an outer layer (polypropylene spunbond, blue), inner layer (polypropylene spunbond white), filter (polypropylene melt-blown, white) and ties (polypropylene spunbond white). The mask contains a malleable nosepiece which is centrally positioned between the opposed side edges along the top edge of the mask. The nosepiece is a stable anchor in the vicinity of the nose and readily bent to conform to contours of a person's face. Thus the nosepiece can provide a firm fit over the nose and then to secure the mask over the users' mouth and face.

The mask is a single use, provided non-sterile.

This device is not made with natural rubber latex and Shelf-life of the device is 2 years.

The subject of this submission is a design change to the ear-loop in the Nordiwell Medical Face Mask(K202615). The ear-loop of the Nordiwell Medical Face Mask(K202615) is changed to tie in the subject device.

| Device | Subject Device (K210181)
Nordiwell Surgical Face Mask,
Model 952002 | Predicate Device (K202615)
Nordiwell Medical Face Mask,
Model 952001 | Comparison | | | | |
|----------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|------------|--|--|--|--|
| Indications for Use | When properly worn, the surgical
face masks are intended to protect
both patient and healthcare workers
from transfer of microorganisms,
body fluids and particulate matter.
This device is non-sterile and for
single use only. | When properly worn, the medical
face masks are intended to protect
both patient and healthcare workers
from transfer of microorganisms,
body fluids and particulate matter.
This device is non-sterile and for
single use only. | Same | | | | |
| Material | | | | | | | |
| Outer Layer | Spunbond Polypropylene | Spunbond Polypropylene | Same | | | | |
| Filter(Middle layer) | Melt Blown Polypropylene Filter | Melt Blown Polypropylene Filter | Same | | | | |
| Inner Layer | Spunbond Polypropylene | Spunbond Polypropylene | Same | | | | |

6. Comparison of Technological Characteristics

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Nose WireSingle Galvanize Wire, Coated by PolypropyleneSingle Galvanize Wire, Coated by PolypropyleneSame
AttachmentTie: Spunbond PolypropyleneEar-Loop: Spandex and Nylon; Not made with natural rubber.Different
Design Features
ColorsBlueBlueSame
StyleFlat - PleatedFlat - PleatedSame
Multiple Layers33Same
Single UseYesYesSame
OTC UseYesYesSame
Sterility
SterileNon-SterileNon-SterileSame
Dimension
Length17.5cm ±0.5cm17.5cm ±0.5cmSame
Width9.5cm ±0.5cm9.5cm ±0.5cmSame
Biocompatibility
In Vitro Cytotoxicity Test
ISO 10993-5: 2009Non-CytotoxicNon-CytotoxicSame
Skin Irritation Test
ISO 10993-10:2010Non-IrritatingNon-IrritatingSame
Skin Sensitization Test
ISO 10993-10:2010Non-SensitizingNon-SensitizingSame
Performance
ASTM F2100 LevelLevel 3Level 3Same
Fluid Resistance Performance
ASTM F186232 of 32 pass at 160 mmHg32 of 32 pass at 160 mmHgSame
Particulate Filtration Efficiency
ASTM F2299> 99.9%99.9%Same
Bacterial Filtration Efficiency
ASTM F2101≥98%> 99.9%Same
Differential Pressure
(Delta P)5.6 mmH20/cm2
( EN 14683:2019, Annex C
and ASTM F2100-19)5.6 mmH20/cm2
( EN 14683:2019, Annex C and
ASTM F2100-19)Same
Flammability 16 CFR 1610Class 1Class 1Same

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7. Description of the change

The sole modification is the replacement of the ear-loop of the predicate device with a tie attachment. The essential function and performance of the face mask depend on the main body of the mask. The function of ear-loop and tie is to allow the main body of the mask to cover important parts of the face to achieve a protective effect. According to the Instruction for Use, both the ear-loop and tie can achieve the function of fixing the mask. So the modification does not affect the indication for use, essential function and performance of the device.

The labeling will require minor changes in the device name, description and donning/doffing procedures.

8. Performance data

8.1. Non-clinical Performance Testing:

(1) Bench testing was conducted to demonstrate the performance of the subject device. The bench testing includes the following tests: Fluid Resistance Performance (ASTM F1862-17) Particulate Filtration Efficiency (ASTM F2299-17) Bacterial Filtration Efficiency (ASTM F2101-19) Differential Pressure (Delta P) (EN 14683:2019, Annex C and ASTM F2100-19) Flammability (16 CFR 1610)

(2) Biocompatibility evaluation and test Biocompatibility evaluation conducted in accordance with the FDA's 2016 guidance and ISO10993-1:2018 supports that the subject devices are biocompatible. The biocompatibility test includes the following tests: In Vitro Cytotoxicity Test(ISO 10993-5: 2009) Skin Irritation Test(ISO 10993-10:2010) Skin Sensitization Test(ISO 10993-10:2010)

8.2. Clinical Performance Testing

No clinical study is included in this submission.

9. Conclusion

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The conclusion drawn from the nonclinical tests demonstrates that the subject device in 510(K) submission K210181, the Nordiwell Surgical Face Mask is as safe, as effective, and performs as well as or better than the legally marketed predicate device cleared under K202615.