K Number
K240269
Date Cleared
2024-10-25

(268 days)

Product Code
Regulation Number
880.6250
Reference & Predicate Devices
Predicate For
N/A
AI/MLSaMDIVD (In Vitro Diagnostic)TherapeuticDiagnosticis PCCP AuthorizedThirdpartyExpeditedreview
Intended Use

The Nitrile Powder Free Examination Gloves Biodegradable (Green) is a medical glove which is a disposable device intended for medical purposes that is worn on the examiner's hand or finger to prevent contamination between examiner and patient.

Device Description

Nitrile Powder Free Examination Gloves Biodegradable (Green) meet all the requirements of ASTM D6319-19 Standard Specification for Nitrile Examination Gloves for Medical Application. The gloves are single use, disposable, and non-sterile. The gloves are offered in five sizes: S, M, L, XL, XXL.

AI/ML Overview

The provided document is a 510(k) Premarket Notification for Nitrile Powder Free Examination Gloves Biodegradable (Green). It describes the device, its intended use, and comparative testing against a predicate device to demonstrate substantial equivalence.

Here's an analysis of the acceptance criteria and the study that proves the device meets them, based on the provided text:

Important Note: This document pertains to a medical device (examination gloves) that is a physical product, not an AI/software-based device. Therefore, several of the requested categories (e.g., number of experts for ground truth, MRMC study, training set ground truth) are not applicable in this context, as they relate specifically to the validation of AI/ML systems or diagnostic aids, not physical medical devices like gloves.


1. Table of Acceptance Criteria and Reported Device Performance

The acceptance criteria for these gloves are primarily based on established ASTM and ISO standards for medical examination gloves and biocompatibility.

CharacteristicTest Methodology / StandardAcceptance Criteria (Specification)Reported Device Performance (Results)
DimensionsASTM D6319-19(S) Length: Min 230mm, Width: 80±10mm (M) Length: Min 230mm, Width: 95±10mm (L) Length: Min 230mm, Width: 105±5mm (XL) Length: Min 230mm, Width: 115±5mm (XXL) Length: Min 230mm, Width: >120mm(S) Average: Length 246mm, Width 86mm (M) Average: Length 246mm, Width 99mm (L) Average: Length 246mm, Width 106mm (XL) Average: Length 250mm, Width 115mm (XXL) Average: Length 254mm, Width 125mm
Material ThicknessASTM D6319-19Palm & Finger: Min 0.05mm(S) Palm 0.13mm, Finger 0.19mm (M) Palm 0.13mm, Finger 0.19mm (L) Palm 0.13mm, Finger 0.18mm (XL) Palm 0.13mm, Finger 0.17mm (XXL) Palm 0.12mm, Finger 0.19mm
Physical Properties (Tensile Strength)ASTM D6319-19Before Aging: ≥14MPa After Aging: ≥14MPaM: Before Aging 29.95MPa, After Aging 29.66MPa (Only M size reported)
Physical Properties (Ultimate Elongation)ASTM D6319-19Before Aging: ≥500% After Aging: ≥400%M: Before Aging 561%, After Aging 496% (Only M size reported)
Hole Detection (Watertight)ASTM D5151-19, 21 CFR 800.20AQL 1.5All sizes (S, M, L, XL, XXL) Pass AQL 1.5
Residual PowderASTM D6124-06(2022)Max - 2 mg/glove0.36 mg/glove
BiodegradationASTM D5511-18Tested (Specific % is not an 'acceptance criterion' but a 'result' of testing)Adjusted Percent Biodegraded (%): 7.2
Biocompatibility - CytotoxicityISO 10993-5Not explicitly stated as a numeric criterion, but expectation of low/no reactivityMild cytotoxicity reactivity result (2) with the neat extract (100%). (This indicates a mild reaction but is often acceptable depending on the product and risk assessment)
Biocompatibility - Skin SensitizationISO 10993-10:2021Not explicitly stated, but expectation of non-sensitizingExtracts are not sensitizing to the animal model.
Biocompatibility - IrritationISO 10993-23:2021Not explicitly stated, but expectation of non-irritatingDevice is non-irritating, extracts are not irritating to the animal model.
Biocompatibility - Systemic ToxicityISO 10993-11:2017Not explicitly stated, but expectation of no acute toxic reactionDid not demonstrate any acute toxic reaction.

2. Sample Size Used for the Test Set and Data Provenance

The document does not explicitly state the numerical sample size for each specific test (e.g., how many gloves were tested for dimensions, tensile strength, or holes). However, the tests are conducted according to recognized standards (ASTM, ISO), which inherently specify sampling plans and test methods (e.g., AQL 1.5 for hole detection typically implies a specific sampling size based on lot size).

  • Data Provenance: The tests were conducted by the manufacturer, Comfort Rubber Gloves Industries Sdn. Bhd., located in Matang, Perak, Malaysia. The data appears to be prospective as it directly supports the 510(k) submission for this specific device.

3. Number of Experts Used to Establish the Ground Truth for the Test Set and Their Qualifications

Not Applicable. For a physical product like medical gloves, "ground truth" is established through standardized physical, chemical, and biological testing methods (e.g., measuring dimensions, tensile strength, or observing biological reactions in animal models), not through expert consensus on interpretations like with AI/imaging data. The standards themselves define the "ground truth" for compliance.


4. Adjudication Method for the Test Set

Not Applicable. Adjudication methods (e.g., 2+1, 3+1) are relevant for subjective human assessments, particularly in image interpretation or clinical diagnosis. For physical and chemical property testing of gloves, the results are typically objective measurements or observations by trained laboratory personnel following the specified test protocols.


5. If a Multi-Reader Multi-Case (MRMC) Comparative Effectiveness Study Was Done, and Effect Size of Human Reader Improvement

Not Applicable. MRMC studies are used to evaluate the diagnostic performance of a system (often AI-assisted) by comparing human reader performance with and without the system. This is not relevant for a physical product like examination gloves.


6. If a Standalone (Algorithm Only Without Human-in-the-Loop Performance) Study Was Done

Not Applicable. "Standalone" performance refers to the diagnostic capability of an algorithm or AI without human interaction. This concept does not apply to a physical medical device. The device's performance is intrinsically linked to its physical and material properties.


7. The Type of Ground Truth Used

The "ground truth" for this device is based on objective measurements and observations derived from:

  • Standardized Test Methods: Adherence to established and recognized international standards (e.g., ASTM D6319-19, ASTM D5151-19, ASTM D5511-18, ASTM D6124-06(2022), ISO 10993 series). These standards define the test procedures and acceptance criteria for various physical, chemical, and biological properties.
  • Direct Physical and Chemical Analysis: Measurements of dimensions, tensile strength, elongation, residual powder, and observations of biodegradation and biocompatibility reactions.
  • Biological Endpoints: For biocompatibility, the ground truth is based on the observed biological response (e.g., presence/absence of irritation, sensitization, or systemic toxicity) in established animal or in-vitro models as per ISO 10993.

8. The Sample Size for the Training Set

Not Applicable. The concept of a "training set" (for machine learning models) does not apply to the development or validation of a physical medical device like these gloves. The manufacturing process is controlled by quality management systems (e.g., 21 CFR Part 820 Quality System Regulation), and product performance is validated through testing of manufactured lots against specifications, not through machine learning.


9. How the Ground Truth for the Training Set Was Established

Not Applicable. As mentioned above, there is no "training set" in the context of this device. The physical and performance characteristics are inherent to the material and manufacturing process, validated through testing against pre-defined standards.

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October 25, 2024

Comfort Rubber Gloves Industries Sdn. Bhd. Sumanthi D/O Saravana Sami RA Manager Lot 821 Matang, Perak 34750 Malaysia

Re: K240269

Trade/Device Name: Nitrile Powder Free Examination Gloves Biodegradable (Green) Regulation Number: 21 CFR 880.6250 Regulation Name: Non-Powdered Patient Examination Glove Regulatory Class: Class I, reserved Product Code: LZA Dated: April 2, 2024 Received: September 30, 2024

Dear Sumanthi D/O Saravana Sami:

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 (the 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 available 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.

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Additional information about changes that may require a new premarket notification are provided in the FDA guidance documents entitled "Deciding When to Submit a 510(k) for a Change to an Existing Device"

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(https://www.fda.gov/media/99812/download) and "Deciding When to Submit a 510(k) for a Software Change to an Existing Device" (https://www.fda.gov/media/99785/download).

Your device is also subject to, among other requirements, the Quality System (QS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820), which includes, but is not limited to, 21 CFR 820.30. Design controls; 21 CFR 820.90. Nonconforming product; and 21 CFR 820.100, Corrective and preventive action. Please note that regardless of whether a change requires premarket review. the OS regulation requires device manufacturers to review and approve changes to device design and production (21 CFR 820.30 and 21 CFR 820.70) and document changes and approvals in the device master record (21 CFR 820.181).

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 Part 803) for devices or postmarketing safety reporting (21 CFR Part 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 (QS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820) for devices or current good manufacturing practices (21 CFR Part 4, Subpart A) for combination products; and, if applicable, the electronic product radiation control provisions (Sections 531-542 of the Act); 21 CFR Parts 1000-1050.

All medical devices, including Class I and unclassified devices and combination product device constituent parts are required to be in compliance with the final Unique Device Identification System rule ("UDI Rue"). The UDI Rule requires, among other things, that a device bear a unique device identifier (UDI) on its label and package (21 CFR 801.20(a)) unless an exception or alternative applies (21 CFR 801.20(b)) and that the dates on the device label be formatted in accordance with 21 CFR 801.18. The UDI Rule (21 CFR 830.300(a) and 830.320(b)) also requires that certain information be submitted to the Global Unique Device Identification Database (GUDID) (21 CFR Part 830 Subpart E). For additional information on these requirements, please see the UDI System webpage at https://www.fda.gov/medical-devices/device-advicecomprehensive-regulatory-assistance/unique-device-identification-system-udi-system.

Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21 CFR 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.

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Indications for Use

Submission Number (if known)

K240269

Device Name

Nitrile Powder Free Examination Gloves Biodegradable (Green)

Indications for Use (Describe)

The Nitrile Powder Free Examination Gloves Biodegradable (Green) is a medical glove which is a disposable device intended for medical purposes that is worn on the examiner's hand or finger to prevent contamination between examiner and patient.

Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)

Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)

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

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510(k) SUMMARY (K240269) Nitrile Powder Free Examination Gloves Biodegradable (Green)

1.0 Submitter:

Name: Comfort Rubber Gloves Industries Sdn. Bhd
Address: Lot 821, Jalan Matang,34750 Matang, Perak, Malaysia.Malaysia.
Phone No.: 605-847 2777
Fax No.: 605-847 9108
Contact Person:: Sumathi d/o Sararavan Sami (Miss.)

Date of Preparation: January 8, 2024

2.0 Name of the Device

Nitrile Powder Free Examination Gloves Biodegradable (Green)

Common Name: Patient Examination Gloves

Classification Name: Non-powdered Patient Examination Gloves (21 CFR 880.6250 product code LZA)

3.0 Predicate Device

Device Name: Biodegradable Nitrile Examination Powder Free Glove, Green Company: Top Glove SDN BHD

510(K) No.: K192111

4.0 Description of the Device:

Nitrile Powder Free Examination Gloves Biodegradable (Green) meet all the requirements of ASTM D6319-19 Standard Specification for Nitrile Examination Gloves for Medical Application. The gloves are single use, disposable, and non-sterile. The gloves are offered in five sizes: S, M, L, XL, XXL.

5.0 Indication for Use of the Device

The Nitrile Powder Free Examination Gloves Biodegradable (Green) is a medical glove which is a disposable device intended for medical purposes that is worn on the examiner's hand or finger to prevent contamination between examiner and patient.

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6.0 Photo and/or figure of Nitrile Powder Free Examination Gloves Biodegradable (Green)

7.0 Technological Characteristics Comparison Table:

CHARACTERISTICSSTANDARDSPREDICATE DEVICEK192111SUBJECT DEVICEK240269COMPARISONEXPLANATION
Product CodeLZALZASame

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Device NameBiodegradable NitrileExamination PowderFree Glove, GreenNitrile Powder FreeExamination GlovesBiodegradable(Green)SimilarDevice names aredifferent, but bothserve the sameintended use asexamination gloves.
Manufacturer(s)Top Gloves Sdn. Bhd.Comfort RubberGloves IndustriesSdn. BhdDifferentDifference inmanufacturers.Manufacturersadhere to industrystandards andregulations,ensuring that theirproducts areequally safe andeffective
Indication for UseThe BiodegradableNitrile ExaminationPowder Free Glove,Green is a non-steriledisposable deviceintended for medicalpurpose that is wornon examiner's hand toprevent contaminationbetween patient andexaminer.The Nitrile PowderFree ExaminationGlovesBiodegradable(Green) is a medicalglove which is adisposable deviceintended for medicalpurposes that isworn on theexaminer's hand orfinger to preventcontaminationbetween examinerand patient.SimilarThe indications arecomparable,indicating that bothproducts serve thesame function andintended use withinclinical settings.This similarityreinforces the claimof substantialequivalence, asboth products aredesigned to meetthe same clinicalneeds and safetystandards
MaterialASTM D6319-19NitrileNitrileSame-
ColorGreenGreenSame-
SizeMedical GloveGuidance ManualLabelingSmallSmall--
MediumMediumSame-
LargeLarge
Extra LargeExtra Large
Double Extra LargeDouble Extra Large
Single UseMedical GloveGuidance ManualSingle UseSingle UseSame-
Shelf lifeMedical GloveGuidance Manual-Accelerated 3 YearsDifferentDoes not impactsubstantialequivalencebecause the shelflife is determined byspecific stabilitytesting conductedunder relevantconditions
SterileMedical GloveGuidance ManualNon-SterileNon-SterileSame-
DimensionASTM D6319- 19Length-Min 230mmThickness palm andfinger- Min 0.05mmLength-Min 230mmThickness palm andfinger-Min 0.05mmWidth -S - 80±10mmM - 95±10mmL - 105 ± 5mmXL - 115 ± 5mmXXL -> 120 mmSimilarSlight variation inlength (240 mm vs.230 mm) does notimpact usability orsafety, as bothdimensions fallwithin acceptableranges forexamination gloves
Physical PropertiesASTM D6319- 19Before AgingSimilar-
Tensile Strength≥14MPaUltimateElongation≥500%Tensile Strength≥14MPaUltimateElongation≥500%
After AgingThe test resultreading might havevariance but meetsthe ASTM D6319requirement.
Tensile Strength≥14MPaUltimateElongation≥400%Tensile Strength≥14MPaUltimateElongation≥400%
Thickness - Finger– PalmASTM D6319-19Min 0.05Min 0.050.16 mm - 0.20 mm0.12 mm - 0.14 mmSimilarThe test resultreading might havevariance but meetsthe ASTM D6319requirement.
Residual PowderASTM 6124-06 -2022Max - 2 mg/gloveMax - 2 mg/glove0.36 mg/gloveSame
BiodegradableASTM D5511TestedTestedSimilarThe test resultreading might havevariance but meetsthe ASTM D5511requirement.
ISO 10993-23:2021Biological evaluationof medical devicesPart 23:Tests forirritationUnder the conditionsof the study, thesubject device extractsare not irritating to theanimal model.Under the conditionsof the study, thesubject device isnon-irritatingextracts are notirritating to theanimal model.Same--
BiocompatibilityISO 10993- 10:2021Biological evaluationof medical devicesPart 10: Tests forskin sensitizationUnder the conditionsof the study, thesubject device extractsare not sensitizing tothe animal model.Under the conditionsof the study, thesubject deviceextracts are notsensitizing to theanimal model.Same--
Cytotoxicity ISO10993-5:2009 -Biological evaluationof medical devices --Part 5: Tests for invitro cytotoxicityUnder the conditionsof the study, thesubject device extractexhibits mildcytotoxicity reactivityresult (2) with the neatextract (100%).Under the conditionsof the study, thesubject deviceextract exhibits mildcytotoxicity reactivityresult (2) with theneat extract (100%).Same--
ISO 10993-11:2017Biological evaluationof medical devicesPart 11: Tests forsystemic toxicityNo test report wassubmitted for thepredicate.Under the conditionsof the study, did notdemonstrate anyacute toxic reaction.DifferentThe Acute systemictoxicity is additionaltest tested toevaluate thepotential forsystemic healtheffects resultingfrom exposure tothe materials usedin the gloves.
Watertight (1000ml)21 CFR 800.20ASTM D5151PassesPassesSame--

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Summary of Non-Clinical Performance Data 8.0

Test MethodologyPurposeAcceptance CriteriaResults
ASTM D6319-19Standard Specificationfor Nitrile ExaminationGloves for MedicalApplicationTo determine thelength of the glovesMin 230 for all sizesAverage:S – 246M – 246L – 246XL - 250XXL - 254
To determine the widthof the glovesS – 80±10mmM – 95±10mmL – 105 ± 5mmXL - 115 ± 5mmXXL - > 120 mmAverage:S – 86M – 99L – 106XL - 115XXL - 125
To determine thethickness of the glovesThickness palm andfinger- Min 0.05mmAverage:Size Palm Finger S 0.13 0.19 M 0.13 0.19 L 0.13 0.18 XL 0.13 0.17 XXL 0.12 0.19

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Test MethodologyPurposeAcceptance CriteriaResults
ASTM D6319-19Standard Specificationfor Nitrile ExaminationGloves for MedicalApplicationTo determine thePhysical properties –Tensile StrengthBefore Aging – Min 14MPaAfter Aging - Min 14MPaSizeBeforeAgingAfterAging
M29.9529.66
To determine thePhysical properties -Ultimate ElongationBefore Aging -Min.500After Aging - Min. 400SizeBeforeAgingAfterAging
M561496
ASTM D5151-19Standard Test Methodfor Detection of Holesin Medical GlovesTo determine the holesin the glovesAQL 1.5S – Pass AQL 1.5
M – Pass AQL 1.5
L – Pass AQL 1.5
XL – Pass AQL 1.5
XXL – Pass AQL 1.5
ASTM D6124-06(2022)Standard Test Methodfor Residual Powder onMedical GlovesTo determine theamount of residualpowder on the glovesMax - 2 mg/glove0.36mg
ASTM D5511-18Standard Test Methodfor DeterminingAnaerobicBiodegradation ofPlastic MaterialsUnder High-SolidsAnaerobic-DigestionConditionDetermination of thedegree and rate ofanaerobicbiodegradation ofplastic materials inhigh-solids anaerobicconditionsTestedAdjusted PercentBiodegraded (%) – 7.2
ISO 10993-5Biological evaluationof medical devices-Part 5 Tests for invitro cytotoxicityTo determine thebiological response ofmammalian cells invitro using appropriatebiological parameters-Under the conditions ofthe study, the subjectdevice extract exhibitsmild cytotoxicityreactivity result (2) withthe neat extract (100%).
ISO 10993-10:2021Biological evaluationof medical devicesPart 10: Tests forskin sensitizationAssessment of medicaldevices and theirconstituent materialswith regard to theirpotential to induce skinsensitization-Under the conditions ofthe study, the subjectdevice extracts are notsensitizing to the animalmodel.
ISO 10993-23:2021Biological evaluationof medical devicesPart 23: Tests forirritationAssessment of medicaldevices and theirconstituent materialswith regard to theirpotential to produceirritation-Under the conditions ofthe study, the subjectdevice is non-irritatingextracts are not irritatingto the animal model.
ISO 10993-11:2017Biological evaluationof medical devicesPart 11: Tests forsystemic toxicityEvaluation of thepotential for medicaldevice materials tocause adversesystemic reactions-Under the conditions ofthe study, did notdemonstrate anyacute toxic reaction.

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Non-clinical tests were conducted to demonstrate that the proposed device met all design specifications. The test results demonstrated that the proposed device met the performance criteria with the following standards:

  • ASTM D6319-19 Standard Specification for Nitrile Examination Gloves for Medical Application
  • . ASTM D5151-19 Standard Test Method for Detection of Holes in Medical Gloves
  • ASTM D5511-18 Standard Test Method for Determining Anaerobic Biodegradation of Plastic . Materials Under High-Solids Anaerobic-Digestion Condition
  • . ASTM D6124-06(2022) Standard Test Method for Residual Powder on Medical Gloves
  • ISO 2859 Sampling Procedures and Tables for Inspection by Attributes
  • . ISO 10993-5 Biological evaluation of medical devices-Part 5 Tests for in vitro cytotoxicity
  • . ISO 10993-10:2021 Biological evaluation of medical devices Part 10: Tests for skin sensitization
  • ISO 10993-23:2021 Biological evaluation of medical devices Part 23: Tests for irritation ●
  • ISO 10993-11:2017 Biological evaluation of medical devices Part 11: Tests for systemic toxicity .

9.0 Clinical Performance Data

Clinical data is not needed.

10.0 Conclusion

The conclusions drawn from the nonclinical tests demonstrate that the proposed device is as safe, as effective, and performs as well as or better than the legally marketed predicate device.

§ 880.6250 Non-powdered patient examination glove.

(a)
Identification. A non-powdered patient examination glove is a disposable device intended for medical purposes that is worn on the examiner's hand or finger to prevent contamination between patient and examiner. A non-powdered patient examination glove does not incorporate powder for purposes other than manufacturing. The final finished glove includes only residual powder from manufacturing.(b)
Classification. Class I (general controls). The device, when it is a finger cot, is exempt from the premarket notification procedures in subpart E of part 807 of this chapter subject to the limitations in § 880.9.