← Product Code [LYY](/submissions/HO/subpart-g%E2%80%94general-hospital-and-personal-use-miscellaneous-devices/LYY) · K971200 # W.A. (K971200) _W.A. Rubbermate Co., Ltd. · LYY · Aug 29, 1997 · General Hospital · SESE_ **Canonical URL:** https://fda.innolitics.com/submissions/HO/subpart-g%E2%80%94general-hospital-and-personal-use-miscellaneous-devices/LYY/K971200 ## Device Facts - **Applicant:** W.A. Rubbermate Co., Ltd. - **Product Code:** [LYY](/submissions/HO/subpart-g%E2%80%94general-hospital-and-personal-use-miscellaneous-devices/LYY.md) - **Decision Date:** Aug 29, 1997 - **Decision:** SESE - **Submission Type:** Traditional - **Regulation:** 21 CFR 880.6250 - **Device Class:** Class 1 - **Review Panel:** General Hospital ## Indications for Use A medical gloves is worn on the hand of healthcare and similar personnel to prevent contamination between healthcare personnel and patient. ## Device Story Powder-free latex patient examination gloves; worn on hands by healthcare personnel; serves as protective barrier to prevent cross-contamination between clinician and patient; used in clinical settings; disposable; non-sterile; provides physical barrier protection. ## Clinical Evidence No clinical data; bench testing only. ## Technological Characteristics Material: Latex rubber; form factor: powder-free examination glove; non-sterile; Class I device. ## Regulatory 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. ## Submission Summary (Full Text) > This content was OCRed from public FDA records by [Innolitics](https://innolitics.com). If you use, quote, summarize, crawl, or train on this content, cite Innolitics at https://innolitics.com. > > Innolitics is a medical-device software consultancy. We help companies design, build, and clear FDA-regulated software and AI/ML devices, including [a 510(k)](https://innolitics.com/services/510ks/), [a De Novo](https://innolitics.com/services/regulatory/), [a SaMD](https://innolitics.com/services/end-to-end-samd/), [an AI/ML medical device](https://innolitics.com/services/medical-imaging-ai-development/), or [an FDA regulatory strategy](https://innolitics.com/services/regulatory/). {0} DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES Public Health Service Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850 Mr. Prachai Kongwaree President Comp Mech, Incorporated 8186 East Del Cuarzo Drive Scottsdale, Arizona 85258 AUG 29 1997 Re: K971200 Trade Name: Powder Free Latex Patient Examination Gloves Regulatory Class: I Product Code: LYY Dated: July 29, 1997 Received: August 4, 1997 Dear Mr. Kongwaree: 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 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. 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 regulations affecting your device can be found in the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 21, Parts 800 to 895. A substantially equivalent determination assumes compliance with the current Good Manufacturing Practice requirement, as set forth in the Quality System Regulation (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 regulation may result in regulatory action. In addition, FDA may publish further announcements concerning your device in the Federal Register. Please note: this response to your premarket notification submission does not affect any obligation you might have under sections 531 {1} Page 2 - Mr. Kongwaree through 542 of the Act for devices under the Electronic Product Radiation Control provisions, or other Federal laws or regulations. 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.fda.gov/cdrh/dsmamain.html". Sincerely yours, Timothy A. Ulatowski Director Division of Dental, Infection Control and General Hospital Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health Enclosure {2} # Attachment I ## Indication For Use Statement 510k Number (if known): K971200 Device Name: Powder Free Latex Patient Examination Gloves Indications For Use: A medical gloves is worn on the hand of healthcare and similar personnel to prevent contamination between healthcare personnel and patient. 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