K Number
K972658
Device Name
MAGI ACUPUNCTURE NEEDLES
Manufacturer
Date Cleared
1997-10-17

(94 days)

Product Code
Regulation Number
880.5580
AI/MLSaMDIVD (In Vitro Diagnostic)TherapeuticDiagnosticis PCCP Authorized
Intended Use
To pierce the skin in the practice of acupuncture by qualified practitioners of acupuncture as determined by the states.
Device Description
The Magi acupuncture needle is a sterile surgical stainless steel, single use only acupuncture needle. The Magi acupuncture needle meets the general specifications and criteria for an acupuncture needle and is effective for the practice of acupuncture.
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The device description is for a simple acupuncture needle and there is no mention of AI, ML, or any related technologies.

No.
The device is described as an acupuncture needle, used to pierce the skin for acupuncture practices. While acupuncture is a therapeutic practice, the needle itself is a tool used in the practice, not a therapeutic device that delivers therapy or has a therapeutic effect independently.

No

The device description indicates it is an acupuncture needle used to pierce the skin for the practice of acupuncture. There is no mention of it being used to diagnose conditions or generate diagnostic information.

No

The device description explicitly states it is a "sterile surgical stainless steel, single use only acupuncture needle," which is a physical hardware component.

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

Here's why:

  • IVD devices are used to examine specimens taken from the human body. This device is used to pierce the skin on the human body for acupuncture.
  • The intended use is for acupuncture, which is a therapeutic practice. IVDs are used for diagnosis or monitoring of health conditions.
  • The device description clearly states it's an acupuncture needle.

The information provided describes a device used for a procedure performed directly on a patient, not for testing samples in a lab.

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Intended Use / Indications for Use

To pierce the skin in the practice of acupuncture by qualified practitioners of acupuncture as determined by the states.

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

MQX

Device Description

The Magi acupuncture needle is a sterile surgical stainless steel, single use only acupuncture needle. The Magi acupuncture needle meets the general specifications and criteria for an acupuncture needle and is effective for the practice of acupuncture.

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Indicated Patient Age Range

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Intended User / Care Setting

qualified practitioners of acupuncture

Description of the training 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)

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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.

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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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§ 880.5580 Acupuncture needle.

(a)
Identification. An acupuncture needle is a device intended to pierce the skin in the practice of acupuncture. The device consists of a solid, stainless steel needle. The device may have a handle attached to the needle to facilitate the delivery of acupuncture treatment.(b)
Classification. Class II (special controls). The device, when it is an acupuncture point locator or a single use acupuncture needle, is exempt from the premarket notification procedures in subpart E of part 807 of this chapter subject to the limitations in § 880.9. Acupuncture needles must comply with the following special controls:(1) Labeling for single use only and conformance to the requirements for prescription devices set out in 21 CFR 801.109,
(2) Device material biocompatibility, and
(3) Device sterility.

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K972658

OCT 17 1997

Dong Bang, U.S.A

Premarket Notification 510(k) Summary

Sue Kim ( General manager) Dong Bang USA 13640 Imperial Hwy #01 Santa Fe Spring, CA 90670 Office: 562-407-7435 Fax: 310-407-7436

Magi Acupuncture Needle Acupuncture Needle Class II. MQX

Device Generic Name: Classification: Product Code:

Device Trade Name:

Submitted by:

Device Description: The Magi acupuncture needle is a sterile surgical stainless steel, single use only acupuncture needle. The Magi acupuncture needle meets the general specifications and criteria for an acupuncture needle and is effective for the practice of acupuncture.

The Magi acupuncture needle was first manufactured in China in 1992 by the Dong Bang Medical Instrument Co., LTD and has been imported and sold through interstate commerce in the USA since 1992 under the FDA labeling restrictions , that states: "Caution: Investigational device limited by U.S. Law to investigational use". Since 1992, no accident or device failure claims have been reported as a result of using the Magi acupuncture needle.

Intended Use: Acupuncture needles are defined as devices intended to pierce the skin in the practice of acupuncture by qualified practitioners of acupuncture as determined by the States.

Substantial Equivalence: Magi acupuncture needles are currently sold in the USA under numerous propriety names by other medical device companies. Also, the Dong Bang needle is equivalent to other legally marketed acupuncture needles which are currently being sold through interstate commerce.

Sue Kim General Manager

Sue Kim General Manager -11-97 Date

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Medical, Acupuncture, Dental Health Food. Herbal Formulas Export/Import/Distribute

13640-01 Imperial Hwy. Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670 (310) 407-7433 (310) 407-7436 Fax

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OCT 1 7 1997

Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20856

Ms. Sue Kim General Manager Donq Banq, U.S.A. 13640 East Imperial Highway, #1 Santa Fe Springs, California 90670

K972658 Re: Magi Acupuncture Needles Trade Name: Requlatory Class: II Product Code: MQX September 2, 1997 Dated: September 9, 1997 Received:

Dear Ms. Kim:

We have reviewed your Section 510(k) notification of intent to market the device referenced above and we have determined the device is substantially equivalent (for the indications for use stated in the enclosure) to 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). You may, therefore, market the device, subject to the general controls provisions The general controls provisions of the Act of the Act. include requirements for annual registration, listing of devices, good manufacturing practice, labeling, and prohibitions against misbranding and adulteration.

If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (Premarket Approval), it may .be subject to such additional controls. Existing major requlations affecting your device can be found in the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 21, Parts 800 to 895. ਮੁ substantially equivalent determination assumes compliance with the current Good Manufacturing Practice requirement, as set forth in the Quality System Requlation (QS) for Medical Devices: General regulation (21 CFR Part 820) and that, through periodic (QS) inspections, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) will verify such assumptions. Failure to comply with the GMP requlation may result in regulatory In addition, FDA may publish further announcements action. Please note: concerning your device in the Federal Register. this response to your premarket notification submission does not affect any obliqation you might have under sections 531

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through 542 of the Act for devices under the Electronic Product Radiation Control provisions, or other Federal laws or requlations.

This letter will allow you to begin marketing your device as described in your 510(k) premarket notification. The FDA finding of substantial equivalence of your device to a legally marketed predicate device results in a classification for your device and thus, permits your device to proceed to the market.

If you desire specific advice for your device on our labeling regulation (21 CFR Part 801 and additionally 809.10 for in vitro diagnostic devices), please contact the Office of Compliance at (301) 594-4618. Additionally, for questions on the promotion and advertising of your device, please contact the Office of Compliance at (301) 594-4639. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21 CFR 807.97). Other general information on your responsibilities under the Act may be obtained from the Division of Small Manufacturers Assistance at its toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or (301) 443-6597 or at its internet address "http://www.fdaggov/cdrh/dsmamain.html".

Sincerely yours,

Willardrs

Timo A. Ulatowski Director Division of Dental, Infection Control and General Hospital Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health

. Enclosure

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510(k) Number (if known): _
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Device Name:

Magi Acupuncture Needles

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Indications For Use:

To pierce the skin in the practice of acupuncture by qualified practitioners of acupuncture as determined by the states.

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Prescription Use × (Per 21 CFR 801.109) OR

Over-The-Counter Use

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