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The Multi M Series is used in the manufacture of dental prosthesis.
Multi M Series is zirconia-based ceramic provided in various shapes such as round and it is used to manufacture cores of all ceramic crowns and is classified into ISO 6872 Type 2 Class 5. It is used to manufacture ceramic restorations through cutting process by dental MAD/MAM, computer-assisted design system, or CAD/CAM system. The subject device offers 278 different shades to meet the needs of different patients' tooth colors. It also offers various shape types to be used with various jigs for CAD/CAM milling machine. Multi M Series offers various types as follows: W-type, Z-type. These different types are to accommodate the different types of the jig that is built-in CAD/CAM machine. Users can choose a type which fits the jig they have.
This document is a 510(k) clearance letter for a medical device called "Multi M Series", which is a dental material. The standard 510(k) clearance process by the FDA does not typically include the kind of clinical study details usually associated with AI/ML-based diagnostic devices (e.g., sample size for test sets, expert consensus, MRMC studies, effect size of AI assistance). This device is a material, not a diagnostic algorithm.
Therefore, many of the requested points regarding acceptance criteria and study details (like sample size for test set, number of experts, adjudication methods, MRMC studies, standalone performance) are not applicable to this type of device and submission. The "study" here refers to non-clinical performance and biocompatibility testing against international standards.
However, I can extract the relevant information where it exists:
The device in question, "Multi M Series," is a dental material (zirconia-based ceramic) used to manufacture dental prosthetics, not an AI-powered diagnostic device. Therefore, the "acceptance criteria" and "study" described are based on non-clinical performance and biocompatibility testing against established international standards for dental materials, rather than clinical efficacy studies with human subjects or AI algorithm performance benchmarks.
Acceptance Criteria and Device Performance
The acceptance criteria are derived from ISO 6872 (for ceramic materials) and ISO 10993 (for biocompatibility).
1. Table of Acceptance Criteria and Reported Device Performance
| Criterion Type | Standard/Requirement | Predicate Device (Zmaxx T Series) Performance | Subject Device (Multi M Series) Performance | Meets Acceptance Criteria? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mechanical/Physical | ||||
| CTE | ISO 6872 | (10.6 ± 0.5) × 10⁻⁶ K⁻¹ | (10.6 ± 0.5) × 10⁻⁶ K⁻¹ | Yes |
| Flexural Strength | ISO 6872 | > 600 MPa | > 800 MPa | Yes (exceeds predicate) |
| Chemical Solubility | ISO 6872 | < 2000 µg/cm² | < 100 µg/cm² | Yes (exceeds predicate) |
| Biocompatibility | ||||
| Cytotoxicity | ISO 10993-5 | Non-toxic and biocompatible | Non-toxic and biocompatible | Yes |
| Sensitization | ISO 10993-10 | Non-toxic and biocompatible | Non-toxic and biocompatible | Yes |
| Irritation | ISO 10993-10 | Non-toxic and biocompatible | Non-toxic and biocompatible | Yes |
| Systemic Toxicity | ISO 10993-11 | Non-toxic and biocompatible | Non-toxic and biocompatible | Yes |
Note: The reported performance for "Multi M Series" either meets or exceeds the requirements set by the ISO standards and, in some cases, the performance of the predicate device (e.g., higher flexural strength, lower chemical solubility).
2. Sample size used for the test set and the data provenance
The document does not specify exact sample sizes for each mechanical or chemical test. Typically, these are defined within the referenced ISO standards (e.g., ISO 6872 specifies sample numbers for flexural strength testing).
The testing was conducted by DMAX Co., Ltd., which is based in Daegu, Korea. The data would be considered prospective, as it was generated specifically for this 510(k) submission.
3. Number of experts used to establish the ground truth for the test set and the qualifications of those experts
This is not applicable as the device is a material, not a diagnostic or AI device requiring expert interpretation for ground truth. "Ground truth" for this device is based on objective, quantifiable physical, chemical, and biological measurements performed according to standardized protocols.
4. Adjudication method (e.g. 2+1, 3+1, none) for the test set
This is not applicable for the same reasons as above. There is no expert adjudication for material property testing.
5. 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
This is not applicable. This is not an AI-assisted diagnostic device, and therefore, no MRMC study or AI assistance evaluation was performed.
6. If a standalone (i.e. algorithm only without human-in-the loop performance) was done
This is not applicable as the device is a dental material, not an algorithm.
7. The type of ground truth used (expert consensus, pathology, outcomes data, etc.)
The "ground truth" for this device relies on objective measurements defined by international standards:
- Physical/Chemical Properties: Measured values obtained through standardized laboratory tests (e.g., flexural strength, chemical solubility, CTE) as per ISO 6872 and ISO 13356. These are quantitative and inherently objective.
- Biocompatibility: Results from established in vitro and in vivo toxicology tests (e.g., cytotoxicity, sensitization, irritation, systemic toxicity) as per ISO 10993 series, which assess the material's interaction with biological systems based on predetermined endpoints.
8. The sample size for the training set
This is not applicable as this is a physical material, not a software algorithm requiring a training set.
9. How the ground truth for the training set was established
This is not applicable as this is a physical material, not a software algorithm.
FDA 510(k) Clearance Letter - Multi M Series
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U.S. Food & Drug Administration
10903 New Hampshire Avenue Doc ID # 04017.07.05
Silver Spring, MD 20993
www.fda.gov
June 12, 2025
DMAX Co., Ltd.
℅ Priscilla Chung
Regulatory Affairs Consultant
LK Consulting Group USA, Inc.
18881 Von Karman STE 160
Irvine, California 92612
Re: K250826
Trade/Device Name: Multi M Series
Regulation Number: 21 CFR 872.6660
Regulation Name: Porcelain Powder For Clinical Use
Regulatory Class: Class II
Product Code: EIH,
Dated: February 20, 2025
Received: March 18, 2025
Dear Priscilla Chung:
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.
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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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" (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 QS 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 (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-reporting-combination-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 Rule"). 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-advice-comprehensive-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-devices/medical-device-safety/medical-device-reporting-mdr-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/medical-devices/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-devices/device-advice-comprehensive-regulatory-
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assistance/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,
MICHAEL E. ADJODHA -S
Michael E. Adjodha, MChE, RAC, CQIA
Assistant Director
DHT1B: Division of Dental and
ENT Devices
OHT1: Office of Ophthalmic, Anesthesia,
Respiratory, ENT, and Dental Devices
Office of Product Evaluation and Quality
Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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Indications for Use
| Please type in the marketing application/submission number, if it is known. This textbox will be left blank for original applications/submissions. | K250826 |
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Multi M Series
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The Multi M Series is used in the manufacture of dental prosthesis.
| Please select the types of uses (select one or both, as applicable). | ☒ Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)☐ Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C) |
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510(k) Summary K250826
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This summary of 510(K) information is being submitted in accordance with requirements of 21 CFR Part 807.92.
Date: 3/13/2025
1. Submitter
DMAX Co., Ltd.
89, Hosan-ro, Dalseo-gu, Daegu, 42710, Korea
Tel: 82-53-592-3146
2. U.S Agent/Contact Person
Priscilla Chung
LK Consulting Group USA, Inc.
18881 Von Karman Ave STE 160, Irvine CA 92612
Phone: 714.202.5789 Fax: 714-409-3357
Email: juhee.c@lkconsultinggroup.com
3. Device
- Trade Name: Multi M Series
- Common Name: Dental Frame Material for Dental Prosthesis
- Classification Name: Porcelain Powder for Clinical Use
- Product Code: EIH
- Classification regulation: 21 CFR 872.6660
4. Predicate Device:
Zmaxx T series by DMAX Co., Ltd. (K161219)
5. Description:
Multi M Series is zirconia-based ceramic provided in various shapes such as round and it is used to manufacture cores of all ceramic crowns and is classified into ISO 6872 Type 2 Class 5. It is used to manufacture ceramic restorations through cutting process by dental MAD/MAM, computer-assisted design system, or CAD/CAM system. The subject device offers 278 different shades to meet the needs of different patients' tooth colors. It also offers various shape types to be used with various jigs for CAD/CAM milling machine. Multi M Series offers various types as follows: W-type, Z-type. These different types are to accommodate the different types of the jig that is built-in CAD/CAM machine. Users can
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choose a type which fits the jig they have.
6. Indication for use:
The Multi M Series is used in the manufacture of dental prosthesis.
7. Basis for Substantial Equivalence
7.1. Comparison Chart
| Subject device | Predicate device | |
|---|---|---|
| Device Name | Multi M series | Zmaxx T series |
| 510(k) | - | K161219 |
| Product Code | EIH | EIH |
| Manufacturer | DMAX Co., Ltd. | DMAX Co., Ltd. |
| Technology | - | - |
| Indication for Use | Multi M Series is used in the manufacture of dental prosthetics. | Zmaxx T Series is used in the manufacture of dental prosthetics. |
| Principles of Operation | Install the block on milling machine, upload a designed file and process it. | Install the block on milling machine, upload a designed file and process it. |
| Mechanical Testing | ISO 6872:2015 | ISO 6872:2008 |
| Prescription Use | Prescription only | Prescription only |
| Target population | General, mostly adults | General, mostly adults |
| Type of Packaging | Paper box container | Paper box container |
| Packaging Volume(EA) | 1EA | 1EA |
| Shade | 278 shades based on Vita shade guide | 3 colors (A0, A0.5, A2) |
| Storage Conditions | 5-50 ᵒC | 10~35ᵒC |
| General Physical Form | Solid | Solid |
| Sterility | Non-Sterile | Non-Sterile |
| CTE(coefficient of thermal expansion) | (10.6±0.5)×10-6K-1 (meeting the ISO 6872 requirement) | (10.6±0.5)×10-6K-1 (meeting the ISO 6872 requirement) |
| Flexural Strength | >800MPa (meeting the ISO 6872 requirement) | >600MPa (meeting the ISO 6872 requirement) |
| Chemical solubility | <100 ug/cm2 (meeting the ISO 6872 requirement) | <2000 ug/cm2 (meeting the ISO 6872 requirement) |
| Material component | ZrO2, HfO2, Y2O3, Al2O3, SiO2, Fe2O3, Er2O3, CaO | ZrO2, HfO2, Y2O3, Al2O3, SiO2, Fe2O3, Er2O3 |
| Biocompatibility | Non-toxic and biocompatible (Meeting the ISO 10993-5, 10 and 10993-11 requirements) | Non-toxic and biocompatible (Meeting the ISO 10993-5, 10 and 10993-11 requirements) |
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7.2. Substantial Equivalence
The Multi M series is substantially equivalent to the Zmaxx T series (K161219) made by our company. Although the 510k applicant is Maxx Digm, Inc., we are a contract manufacturer of the device.
The following comparison table is presented to demonstrate substantial equivalence. They share similar materials and similar physical / chemical properties. However, the mixing ratios of the raw materials are different between the devices. Despite these differences, the performance test results per ISO 6872 show that the subject device is substantially equivalent to the predicate devices in physical and chemical properties and meets the necessary requirements. Based on the comparison between the two devices and the performance testing results presented in this 510K, we conclude that the subject device is substantially equivalent to the predicate devices.
8. Non-Clinical Testing
- Performance Tests including Appearance, Dimensions, Packaging, Uniformity (ISO 6872), Extraneous Materials (ISO 6872), Flexural Strength (ISO 6872), Linear thermal Expansion Coefficient (ISO 6872), Chemical Solubility (ISO 6872), Monoclinic Phase Fraction (ISO 13356), Radioactivity (ISO 6872), Flexural strength after accelerated aging (ISO 13356)
- Biocompatibility tests in accordance with ISO 10993-3, 5, 6, 10, 11, and 33
9. Conclusion
The subject device and the predicate device have the same intended use and have the same technological characteristics. Based on the similarities and the test results, we conclude that the subject device is substantially equivalent to the predicate device.
§ 872.6660 Porcelain powder for clinical use.
(a)
Identification. Porcelain powder for clinical use is a device consisting of a mixture of kaolin, felspar, quartz, or other substances intended for use in the production of artificial teeth in fixed or removable dentures, of jacket crowns, facings, and veneers. The device is used in prosthetic dentistry by heating the powder mixture to a high temperature in an oven to produce a hard prosthesis with a glass-like finish.(b)
Classification. Class II.