TMD SAFETY SYRINGE (FA14 SERIES 10ML/FA15 SERIES 20ML)
K023458 · Taiject Medical Device Co., Ltd. · MEG · Nov 7, 2002 · General Hospital
Device Facts
Record ID
K023458
Device Name
TMD SAFETY SYRINGE (FA14 SERIES 10ML/FA15 SERIES 20ML)
Applicant
Taiject Medical Device Co., Ltd.
Product Code
MEG · General Hospital
Decision Date
Nov 7, 2002
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Special
Regulation
21 CFR 880.5860
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic
Indications for Use
The TMD™ Safety Syringe (FA14 Series 10ml/FA15 Series 20ml) is designed as an anti-stick syringe to reduce the risk of sharps injuries and the potential for syringe reuse and is a single use, disposable and manual retractable safety syringe which is intended for injection of fluids into or withdraw from the body.
Device Story
TMD™ Safety Syringe (10ml/20ml) is a manual, retractable, single-use, disposable piston syringe; used for fluid injection or withdrawal. Device features an active, user-activated safety mechanism to retract the needle post-administration, reducing sharps injury risk and preventing reuse. Operated by clinicians or healthcare providers in clinical settings. Output is the delivery or aspiration of fluids. Benefits include enhanced safety for the operator via needle retraction.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Performance data generated in compliance with design controls demonstrated equivalence to the predicate device.
Technological Characteristics
Materials: Polypropylene (barrel, plunger, needle holder), Butyl Rubber (piston), lubricant. Design: Piston syringe with manual retractable needle safety feature. Connectivity: Luer-Lock or Luer-Slip. Form factor: 10ml and 20ml capacities. Sterilization: Sterile, single-use. No software or electronic components.
Indications for Use
Indicated for use as a single-use, disposable, manual retractable hypodermic syringe for the injection of fluids into or withdrawal of fluids from the body, incorporating a safety feature to reduce the risk of sharps injuries and syringe reuse.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A piston syringe is a device intended for medical purposes that consists of a calibrated hollow barrel and a movable plunger. At one end of the barrel there is a male connector (nozzle) for fitting the female connector (hub) of a hypodermic single lumen needle. The device is used to inject fluids into, or withdraw fluids from, the body.
Predicate Devices
TMD™ Safety Syringe (FA12 Series 3 ml/FA13 Series 5 ml) (K022278)
Submission Summary (Full Text)
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K023458
# 510(k) Summary of Safety and Effectiveness for the TMD Safety Syringe™ (FA14 Series 10ml/FA15 Series 20ml) (per 21CFR807.92)
NOV
7 2002
#### 1. SPONSOR
Taiject Medical Device Co., Ltd. 4F, No311, Section 2 Chung Feng Road Chu Tung Town, Hsin Chu Taiwan 310 Republic of China Tel: 886 3 595 9986 Fax: 886 3 595 9950 Contact person: Mr. David Huang Date Prepared: Oct.12, 2002
#### 2. DEVICE NAME
| Proprietary Name: | TMDTM Safety Syringe (FA14 Series 10ml/FA15 Series 20ml) |
|----------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Common/Usual Name: | Safety Syringe (with or without needle) |
| Classification Name: | Piston syringe /Anti-Stick Syringe<br>Hypodermic single lumen needle |
#### 3. Predicate Device (Legally Marketed Device):
Legally Marketed Device: TMD™ Safety Syringe (FA12 Series 3 ml/FA13 Series 5 ml) with 510K number K022278.
#### 4. DEVICE DESCRIPTION
The TMD™ Safety Syringe (FA14 Series 10ml/FA15 Series 20ml) is a sterile, single use and disposable, 10 ml & 20ml piston syringe, provided with or without needle in various product configurations. The TMD™ Safety Syringe (FA14 Series 10ml/FA15 Series 20ml) is similar in appearance, size, materials, operation, and purpose to other conventional single use, sterile, disposable syringes.
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## ર. INTENDED USE
The TMD™ Safety Syringe (FA14 Series 10ml/FA15 Series 20ml) is designed as an anti-stick syringe to reduce the risk of sharps injuries and the potential for syringe reuse and is a single use, disposable and manual retractable safety syringe which is intended for injection of fluids into or withdraw from the body.
## 6. TECHNOLOGICAL CHARACTERISTICS
The technological characteristics are the same as the legally market device, TMD1M Safety Syringe (FA14 Series 10ml/FA15 Series 20ml).
## 7. PERFORMANCE DATA
Performance data has been generated in compliance with the design control requirement and appropriate standards. The result demonstrated equivalent to the predicate devices.
## COMPARISON INFORMATION 8.
# Comparison of the TMD™ Safety Syringe (FA14 Series 10ml/FA15 Series 20ml) with Legally Marketed Device TMD™ Safety Syringe (FA12 Series 3ml/FA13 Series 5ml)
| | Submission Device | Legally Market Device |
|------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| | TMD™ Safety Syringe<br>(FA14 Series 10ml/FA15<br>Series 20ml) | TMD™ Safety Syringe<br>(FA12 Series 3ml/FA13 Series<br>5ml) |
| Indications<br>for Use | As a single use, hypodermic<br>syringe. Safety feature<br>protects after administration. | As a single use, hypodermic<br>syringe. Safety feature protects<br>after administration. |
| Volume (ml) | 10ml/20ml | 3ml/5ml |
| Needles | 18-25Garge | 18-25Garge |
| Gauge | 11/2" or Shorter | 11/2" or Shorter |
| Needle | LuerLock | LuerLock |
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| Connection | LuerSlip | LuerSlip |
|--------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Safety<br>Features | Active safety feature,<br>manually activated by users | Active safety feature,<br>manually activated by users |
| Syringe<br>Type | Plunger, Antistick with<br>hypodermic needles | Plunger, Antistick with<br>hypodermic needles |
| Material | Piston-Butyl Rubber<br>Barrel, plunger, Needle<br>holder – Polypropylene<br>Lubricant | Piston-Butyl Rubber<br>Barrel, plunger, Needle holder<br>– Polypropylene<br>Lubricant |
| Color | Parts- Clear<br>Printing-Black | Parts- Clear<br>Printing-Black |
| Labeling | The same format/description<br>as the previously marketed<br>devices | The same format/description<br>as the previously marketed<br>devices |
| Package | The same as the previously<br>marketed devices. Except<br>there are 400units in the<br>shipping cartons. | There are 1800(without<br>needle) and 1600(with needle)<br>in the shipping cartons. |
In summary, TMD™ Safety Syringe (FA14 Series 10ml/FA15 Series 20ml) is a larger version of the legally marketed TMD™ Safety Syringe (FA12 Series 3ml/FA13 Series 5ml).
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# DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES
Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850
NOV
8 2002
Taiject Medical Device Company Limited C/O Dr. Jim-Son Chou Achevé Technology, Incorporated 19502 Sierra Mia Road Irvine, California 92612
Re: K023458
Trade/Device Name: TMD™ Safety Syringe (FA14 Series 10ml/FA15 Series 20ml) Regulation Number: 880.5860 and 880.5570 Regulation Name: Piston Syringe and Hypodermic Single Lumen Needle Regulatory Class: II Product Code: MEG and FMI Dated: October 12, 2002 Received: October 15, 2002
Dear Dr. Chou:
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. 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 (PMA), 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 898. In addition, FDA may publish further announcements concerning your device in the Federal Register.
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# Page 2 - Dr. Chou
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); good manufacturing practice requirements as set forth in the quality systems (QS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820); and if applicable, the electronic product radiation control provisions (Sections 531-542 of the Act); 21 CFR 1000-1050.
This letter will allow you to begin marketing your device as described in your Section 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 21 CFR Part 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" (21CFR Part 807.97). Other general information on your responsibilities under the Act may be obtained from the Division of Small Manufacturers. International and Consumer Assistance at its toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or (301) 443-6597 or at its Internet address http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/dsma/dsmamain.html
Sincerely yours,
Timoth A. Ulatowski Director Division of Anesthesiology, General Hospital, Infection Control and Dental Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
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Kc23458
510(k) Number (if known):
Device Name: _Taiject Medical Device Co., Ltd TMD™ Safety Syringe (FA14 Series 10ml/FA15 Series 20ml)
Indications For Use:
The TMD™ Safety Syringe (FA14 Series 10ml/FA15 Series 20ml) is designed as an anti-stick syringe to reduce the risk of sharp injuries and the potential for syringe reuse and is a single use, disposable, manual retractable safety syringe which is intended for injection of fluids into and withdraw fluid from the body.
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510(k) Number
Prescription Use
(Per 21 CFR 801.109)
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Over-The-Counter Use
Taiject Medical Device, Co., Ltd. Special 510(k) TMD™ Safety Syringe (FA14 Series 10ml/FA15 Series 20ml)
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