K112087 · Advanced Sterilization Products · KCT · Oct 15, 2012 · General Hospital
Device Facts
Record ID
K112087
Device Name
TYVEK SELF-SEAL POUCHES ,TYVEK HEAT-SEAL ROLLS
Applicant
Advanced Sterilization Products
Product Code
KCT · General Hospital
Decision Date
Oct 15, 2012
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 880.6850
Device Class
Class 2
Indications for Use
Tyvek® Pouches and Rolls with STERRAD® Chemical Indicator are intended to be used to enclose medical devices that are to be terminally sterilized in the STERRAD® 100NX® Sterilizer and to indicate, by color change, that the pouch has been exposed to sterilant. After completion of the sterilization process, the pouch/roll maintains sterility until the seal of the pouch/roll is opened; in the United States, this is for a period of 30 days. The pouches and rolls are printed with a chemical indicator bar which is a process indicator (ISO 11140-1:2005) that changes from red to yellow (or lighter) when exposed to hydrogen peroxide vapor during processing in the STERRAD® Sterilization Systems.
Device Story
Device consists of Tyvek®/plastic film pouches and rolls used to contain medical devices for terminal sterilization in STERRAD® hydrogen peroxide vapor systems. Pouches feature a printed chemical indicator bar that changes color from red to yellow (or lighter) upon exposure to sterilant. Used in clinical settings to maintain sterility of instruments until point of use. Healthcare providers insert devices, seal the pouch (self-seal or heat-seal), and process in the sterilizer. The indicator provides visual verification of processing; it does not confirm sterilization efficacy, which requires biological indicators. Benefits include maintaining instrument sterility for 30 days and providing a clear visual distinction between processed and unprocessed items.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Studies included sterilant penetration, package integrity, material compatibility, chemical indicator functionality, post-processing color stability, shelf life, and biocompatibility. All tests passed.
Technological Characteristics
Materials: Tyvek® and plastic film. Chemical indicator: ISO 11140-1:2005 compliant process indicator bar. Form factor: Pouch/roll (self-seal or heat-seal). Sterilization compatibility: Hydrogen peroxide vapor (STERRAD® systems).
Indications for Use
Indicated for use as a packaging system for medical devices undergoing terminal sterilization in STERRAD® 100NX® Sterilizers. Maintains sterility of enclosed devices for up to 30 days post-sterilization. Not intended to signify sterilization; used to differentiate processed from unprocessed packages.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A sterilization wrap (pack, sterilization wrapper, bag, or accessories, is a device intended to be used to enclose another medical device that is to be sterilized by a health care provider. It is intended to allow sterilization of the enclosed medical device and also to maintain sterility of the enclosed device until used.
Predicate Devices
Tyvek® Pouch/Roll with STERRAD® Chemical Indicator (K103210)
Submission Summary (Full Text)
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## 510(k) Summary
OCT 1 5 2012
## Applicant's Name, Address, Telephone, FAX, Contact Person Advanced Sterilization Products 33 Technology Drive Irvine, CA 92618
Establishment Registration Number: 2084725
## Contact Person
Nancy Chu Manager, Regulatory Affairs (949) 453-6435 (Telephone) (949) 789-3900 (Fax)
Date: September 10, 2012
## 1. CLASSIFICATION, COMMON OR USUAL NAME, DEVICE NAME
Classification Name:
Sterilization Wrap Sterilization Process Indicator Common/Usual Name: Sterilization Pouch / Roll with Chemical Indicator Product Classification: Class II Product Code: KCT / JOJ Classification Regulation:21 CFR 880.6850 21 CFR 880.2800 Proprietary Name: Tyvek® Pouch/Roll with STERRAD® Chemical Indicator
# 2. PREDICATE DEVICES
Tyvek® Pouch/Roll with STERRAD® Chemical Indicator, which is currently manufactured and distributed by Advanced Sterilization Products [510(k) Notification
K103210, cleared June 6, 2011) K103210, cleared June 6, 2011].
## 3. INDICATIONS FOR USE
Tyvek® Pouches and Rolls with STERRAD® Chemical Indicator are intended to be used to enclose medical devices that are to be terminally sterilized in the STERRAD® 100NX® Sterilizer and to indicate, by oolor change that the pouch has been exposed to steriliant. After completion of the sterlization process, the pouch has been exposed.
sterility until the seal of the pouchtroll is assembly of maintains sterility until the seal of the stermzadon process, the pouch/roll maintains
steriod of 30 days. period of 30 days.
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The pouches and rolls are printed with a chemical indicator bar which is a process indicator (ISO 11140-1:2005) that changes from red to yellow (or lighter) when exposed to hydrogen peroxide vapor during processing in the STERRAD® Sterilization Systems.
## 4. DESCRIPTION OF DEVICE
The Tyvek® Pouch/Roll with STERRAD® Chemical Indicator is intended to be used to contain medical devices to be terminally sterilized in the STERRAD® Sterilization Systems. The medical devices are inserted into the pouch/roll, sealed, and then sterilized in the STERRAD® Sterilization System. After completion of the sterilization process, the pouch/roll maintains sterility of the enclosed medical devices until the seal is opened. The pouch/roll is printed with a chemical indicator bar that changes from red to yellow (or lighter) when exposed to hydrogen peroxide vapor during the sterilization process in the STERRAD® Sterilization Systems.
The proposed pouches are constructed from Tyvek®/plastic films, with the STERRAD® Chemical Indicator printed onto the Tyvek® film. The self-seal pouch permits sealing of the pouch without need of heat-sealing equipment, while the heat sealed pouches and rolls are heat sealed prior to processing in the STERRAD® Sterilization Systems.
The STERRAD® Chemical Indicator offers an additional way to verify processing in the sterilization cycle. The Chemical Indicator should be used in addition to, not in place of, the biological indicator. STERRAD® Chemical Indicators do not signify sterilization; they only indicate that the indicator has been exposed to the hydrogen peroxide. The color of the Chemical Indicator changes from red to yellow (or lighter) when exposed to hydrogen peroxide.
## 5. SUMMARY OF NONCLINICAL TESTS
Performance testing was conducted to show that the Tyvek® Pouch/Roll with STERRAD® Chemical Indicator maintains sterility until the seal of the pouch/roll is opened, after completion of the sterilization process, and that the STERRAD® Chemical Indicator changes from red to yellow (or lighter) when exposed to hydrogen . peroxide.
| Study | Results |
|---------------------------------------------|---------|
| Sterilant Penetration | Passed |
| Package Integrity | Passed |
| Maintenance of Package Integrity | Passed |
| Material Compatibility | Passed |
| Chemical Indicator Functionality | Passed |
| End Point / Post Processing Color Stability | Passed |
| Shelf Life | Passed |
#### Table 1: Pouch/Roll with Chemical Indicator Performance Tests
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| Biocompatibility | Passed |
|------------------|--------|
|------------------|--------|
## 6. OVERALL PERFORMANCE CONCLUSIONS
The nonclinical studies demonstrate that the Tyvek® Pouch/Roll with STERRAD® Chemical Indicator performs as intended as a sterilization packaging system of medical devices that are being terminally sterilized in STERRAD® Sterilization Systems. The Chemical Indicator performs as intended for differentiating processed from unprocessed packages in the STERRAD® Sterilization Systems. These studies also show that the proposed pouches have the same intended use and met the same criteria as the predicate device (K103210) and are substantially equivalent.
®Tyvek is a registered trademark of Du Pont
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## DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES
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#### Public Health Service
Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Document Control Room -WO66-G609 Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002
OCT 15 2012
Advanced Sterilization Products Ms. Nancy Chu Manager, Regulatory Affairs 33 Technology Drive Irvine, California 92618
Re: K112087
Trade/Device Name: Tyvek® Pouch/Roll with Sterrad® Chemical Indicator Regulation Number: 21 CFR 880.6850/880.2800 Regulation Name: Sterilization Wrap / Sterilization Process Indicator Regulatory Class: II Product Code: KCT/JOJ Dated: September 21, 2012 Received: September 24, 2012
Dear Ms. Chu:
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. 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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#### Page 2- Ms. Chu
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 803); 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.
If you desire specific advice for your device on our labeling regulation (21 CFR Part 801), please go to
http://www.fda.gov/AboutFDA/CentersOffices/CDRH/CDRHOffices/ucm115809.htm for the Center for Devices and Radiological Health's (CDRH's) Office of Compliance. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21CFR Part 807.97). For questions regarding the reporting of adverse events under the MDR regulation (21 CFR Part 803), please go to
http://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/Safety/ReportaProblem/default.htm for the CDRH's Office of Surveillance and Biometrics/Division of Postmarket Surveillance.
You may obtain other general information on your responsibilities under the Act from the Division of Small Manufacturers, International and Consumer Assistance at its toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or (301) 796-7100 or at its Internet address http://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/Resourcesfor You/Industry/default.htm.
Sincerely yours,
For
Anthony D. Watson, B.S., M.S., M.B.A. Director
Division of Anesthesiology, General Hospital, Infection Control and Dental Devices
Office of Device Evaluation
Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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#### Indications for Use
#### 510(k) Number (if known): K112087
#### Device Name:
Tyvek® Pouch/Roll with STERRAD® Chemical Indicator
#### Indications for Use
Tyvek® Pouches and Rolls with STERRAD® Chemical Indicator are intended to be used to enclose medical devices that are to be terminally sterilized in the STERRAD® 100NX® Sterilizer and to indicate, by color change, that the pouch has been exposed to sterilant. After completion of the sterilization process, the pouch/roll maintains sterility until the seal of the pouch/roll is opened; in the United States, this is for a period of 30 days.
The pouches and rolls are printed with a chemical indicator bar which is a process indicator (ISO 11140-1:2005) that changes from red to yellow (or lighter) when exposed to hydrogen peroxide vapor during processing in the STERRAD® Sterilization Systems.
Tyvek is a registered trademark of Du Pont
Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
#### AND/OR
Over-The-Counter Use V (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
(PLEASE DO NOT WRITE BELOW THIS LINE - CONTINUE ON ANOTHER PAGE IF NEEDED)
Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE).
E. Mitchell P. Claire-Well
(Division Sign-Off) (Division Sign-Off)
Division of Anesthesiology, General Hospital
Division of Anesthesiology, General Devices Division of Anestheshology, "
Infection Control, Dental Devices
510(k) Number: K112087
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(Posted November 13, 2003)
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