K151498 · Zhejiang Haisheng Medical Device Co., Ltd. · CAH · Dec 18, 2015 · Anesthesiology
Device Facts
Record ID
K151498
Device Name
Breathing circuit bacterial/viral filter
Applicant
Zhejiang Haisheng Medical Device Co., Ltd.
Product Code
CAH · Anesthesiology
Decision Date
Dec 18, 2015
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 868.5260
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic, Pediatric
Indications for Use
For use with ventilators, anesthesia machines and open flow systems where filtration of inspired and/or expired gases is desired and to add, maintain, retain moisture for the exhaled breathe of the patient. Use up to 24 hours. The Models of the filters are A501-1, A501-2, A501-3, and A501-4. The filters are intended for patient population that weighs greater than 10Kgs.
Device Story
Breathing circuit bacterial/viral filter (models A501-1, A501-2, A501-3, A501-4) functions as a passive filter and heat/moisture exchanger (HME) in respiratory circuits; incorporates electrostatic polypropylene media for filtration and foam media for moisture retention; features standard 15/22 mm connectors and gas sampling luer port; used in hospital, home, sub-acute, and emergency settings; operated by clinicians; device captures exhaled moisture and heat to return to patient during inspiration while filtering pathogens from gas flow; benefits include reduced risk of cross-contamination and maintenance of airway humidity.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Performance data includes bacterial filtration efficiency (99.999+%), viral filtration efficiency (99.99+%), flow resistance (≤3cm H2O at 60lpm adult; 1cm H2O at 20lpm pediatric), and humidification output (32 mg H2O/L). Biocompatibility, EO residuals, and shelf-life validation (3 years) were performed per ISO standards.
Technological Characteristics
Housing: Polystyrene; Filter media: Electrostatic polypropylene; HME media: Foam; Connectors: 15/22 mm (ISO 5356-1); Luer port: ISO 594-2; Sterilization: Ethylene Oxide (EO); Connectivity: None (mechanical component); Dimensions: 10-32g weight; Dead space: 10-65ml.
Indications for Use
Indicated for patients weighing >10kg requiring filtration of inspired/expired gases and/or heat and moisture exchange during use with ventilators, anesthesia machines, or open flow systems. Use limited to 24 hours.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A breathing circuit bacterial filter is a device that is intended to remove microbiological and particulate matter from the gases in the breathing circuit.
{0}------------------------------------------------
Public Health Service
Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Document Control Center - WO66-G609 Silver Spring, MD 20993-000
December 18, 2015
Zheiiang Haisheng Medical Device Co., Ltd Mr. Hu Junbin, Quality Director 305 Tanggong Road, Paojiang Industrial Zone Shaoxing City, Zhejiang 312071 China
Re: K151498
Trade/Device Name: Breathing Circuit Bacterial/viral Filter Regulation Number: 21 CFR 868.5260 Regulation Name: Breathing Circuit Bacterial/Viral filter Regulatory Class: II Product Code: CAH Dated: November 11, 2015 Received: November 17, 2015
Dear Mr. Junbin,
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.
Image /page/0/Picture/10 description: The image shows the logo for the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. The logo consists of a circular seal with the words "DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES - USA" arranged around the perimeter. Inside the circle is a stylized image of three faces in profile, overlapping each other. The faces are rendered in a simple, line-art style.
{1}------------------------------------------------
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 contact the Division of Small Manufacturers, International and Consumer Assistance at its tollfree number (800) 638-2041 or (301) 796-7100 or at its Internet address http://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/ResourcesforYou/Industry/default.htm. 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/ResourcesforYou/Industry/default.htm.
Sincerely yours.
**Tejashri Purohit-Sheth, M.D.**
Tejashri Purohit-Sheth, M.D. Clinical Deputy Director DAGRID/ODE/CDRH FOR
Erin I. Keith, M.S. Director Division of Anesthesiology, General Hospital. Respiratory, Infection Control and Dental Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
{2}------------------------------------------------
# Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K151498
Device Name Breathing circuit bacterial/viral filter
Indications for Use (Describe)
For use with ventilators, anesthesia machines and open filtration of inspired and/or expired gases is desired and to add, maintain, retain moisture for the exhaled breathe of the patient. Use up to 24 hours.
The Models of the filters are A501-1. A501-2. A501-4. The filters are intended for patient population that weighs greater than 10Kgs.
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
| <div> <span> <span style="font-size: 16px;">☑</span> Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D) </span> </div> |
|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| <div> <span> <span style="font-size: 16px;">☐</span> Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C) </span> </div> |
#### CONTINUE ON A SEPARATE PAGE IF NEEDED.
This section applies only to requirements of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995.
#### *DO NOT SEND YOUR COMPLETED FORM TO THE PRA STAFF EMAIL ADDRESS BELOW.*
The burden time for this collection of information is estimated to average 79 hours per response, including the time to review instructions, search existing data sources, gather and maintain the data needed and complete and review the collection of information. Send comments regarding this burden estimate or any other aspect of this information collection, including suggestions for reducing this burden, to:
> Department of Health and Human Services Food and Drug Administration Office of Chief Information Officer Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) Staff PRAStaff@fda.hhs.gov
"An agency may not conduct or sponsor, and a person is not required to respond to, a collection of information unless it displays a currently valid OMB number."
{3}------------------------------------------------
## 510(k) Summary
[As required by 21 CFR 807.92]
#### K151498
### 1. Date Prepared [21 CFR807.92 (a) (1)]
December 16, 2015
## 2. Submitter's Information [21 CFR807.92 (a) (1)]
Name of Sponsor: ZHEJIANG HAISHENG MEDICAL DEVICE CO., LTD. Address: 305#Tanggong Road, Paojiang Industrial Zone Shaoxing City, Zhejiang 312071, P.R.China Contact Name: Hu Junbin Telephone No.: 86-575-88158510 Fax No.: 86-575-88158559 Email Address: hujb@hisern.com Correspondent: Jonathan Hu (Shanghai Medwheat Consulting)
#### 3. Trade Name, Common Name, Classification [21 CFR 807.92(a)(2)]
| Trade Name: | Breathing circuit bacterial/viral filter |
|---------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------|
| Common Name: | Bacterial/viral filters and Heat and Moisture Exchanger |
| Model Name: | A501-1, A501-2, A501-3, A501-4 |
| Regulation Classification | 21 CFR 868.5260, Breathing circuit bacterial filter |
| Product Code: | CAH |
| Classification Panel: | Anesthesiology |
| Device Class: | II |
#### 4. Identification of Predicate Device(s) [21 CFR 807.92(a)(3)[
The identified predicate within this submission is as follows:
The EMS Electra Filter and Filter/HME have been cleared by FDA through 510(k) K013122 (Decision Date - April 19, 2002)
{4}------------------------------------------------
### 5. Description of the Device [21 CFR 807.92(a)(4)]
Breathing circuit bacterial/viral filter has into two models: - 1) Bacterial/ viral filters; 2) Bacterial/viral filters HME. Breathing circuit bacterial/viral filters are available in multiple sizes and shapes, rectangular and round, and incorporate standard 15/22 mm connectors with a gas sampling luer port. The depth filter use electrostatic media for filtration and a foam media for the HME media.
## 6. Intended Use [21 CFR 807.92(a)(5)]
For use with ventilators, anesthesia machines and open flow systems where filtration of inspired and/or expired gases is desired and to add, maintain, retain moisture for the exhaled breathe of the patient. Use up to 24 hours.
The Models of the filters are A501-1, A501-2, A501-3, and A501-4. The filters are intended for patient population that weighs greater than 10Kgs.
| Attribute | Breathing circuit bacterial/viral filter |
|-----------------------------------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Indications for use – To filter inspired and /or expired gases. | Same |
| Intended for extended or single patient up to 24 hrs | Yes |
| Prescription Use | Yes |
| Intended Population | Any patient |
| Intended environment of use | Home, hospital, sub-acute, emergency services |
| Placement in various locations in circuit | Yes |
| Design | |
| Gas sampling port | Yes |
| Standard 15/22 mm connectors | Yes |
| Dead space (ml) | 10 to 65(ml) |
| Resistance to flow | ≤3cm H2O@ 60lpm-adult<br>1cm H2O@ 20lpm-pediatric |
| Bacterial filtration-BFE-Nelson Lab | 99.999+% |
| Viral filtration-VFE-Nelson Lab | 99.99+% |
| Weight(g) | 10-32 (g) |
| Humidification output(mg H2O/L) | 32 mg H2O/L at TV of 1000cc-adult<br>32 mg H2O/L at TV of 250cc-pediatric |
| Tidal volume ranges | >150cc-adult<br>70-250cc-pediatric |
| Materials | |
| Housing polystyrene | Yes |
### 7. Technological Characteristics [21 CFR 807.92(a)(6)]
{5}------------------------------------------------
| Filter media | Electrostatic polypropylene |
|------------------------------|-----------------------------|
| Performance Standards | |
| None under Section 514 | Yes |
| ISO 5356-1 Conical 15/22 | Yes |
| ISO 594-2 Luer fittings | Yes |
| ISO 9360-HME moisture output | Yes |
## 8. Substantial Equivalence [21 CFR 807.92(b) (1) and 807.92]
The breathing circuit bacterial/viral filter of Haisheng has been tested for biocompatibility, sterility and performance testing in accordance to conformance standards, FDA guidance and international standards. Test data and reports were provided as part of the 510(k) submission. A comparison between the subject device and predicate is provided below:
| Item | Subject Device | Predicate Device | Justification<br>&<br>Comments |
|-------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------|
| Indications For Use | | | |
| Description | For use with ventilators,<br>anesthesia machines and<br>open flow systems where<br>filtration of inspired and / or<br>expired gases is desired and<br>add maintain retain moisture<br>for the exhaled breathe of the<br>patient. Use up to 24 hours. | For use with ventilators,<br>anesthesia machines and<br>open flow systems where<br>filtration of inspired and / or<br>expired gases is desired and<br>add maintain retain moisture<br>for the exhaled breathe of the<br>patient. Use up to 24 hours. | same |
| Technology | | | |
| Product Structure | The product can be divided into<br>four main sections, which is top<br>cover, filter media and lower<br>cover, sampling port. | The product can be divided<br>into four main sections, which<br>is top cover, filter media, and<br>lower cover, and sampling<br>port. | same |
| Top Cover Material | Housing polystyrene | Housing polystyrene | same |
| Filter Media | Electrostatic polypropylene | Electrostatic polypropylene | same |
| Lower Cover Material | Housing polystyrene | Housing polystyrene | same |
| Gas Sampling Port<br>Material | PE | PE | same |
| Package Material | Dialyzing paper and PE film | Dialyzing paper and PE film | same |
| Color Additive | None | None | same |
| Sterilization | EO | EO | same |
| Standards | ISO 5356-1<br>ISO 594-2<br>ISO 9360 | ISO 5356-1<br>ISO 594-2<br>ISO 9360 | same |
### Table: Comparison to Predicate Device (K013122)
{6}------------------------------------------------
| Performance Testing | | | |
|-------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------|------|
| Device Biocompatibility<br>Test | See section 016 -Patient<br>Contact Materials and<br>Compatibility | | |
| EO Residual | <10µg/g | <10µg/g | same |
| Shelf Life | 3 years | 3 years | same |
| Accelerated Aging test | See section 019 – Breathing<br>Filter validity validation<br>Report | | |
| Resistance to Flow | <3cm H20@60L pm - Adult<br>1cm H2O@20Lpm -<br>pediatric | <3cm H20@60L pm - Adult<br>1 cm H2O@20Lpm - pediatric | same |
| Humidification Output<br>(mg H2O/L) | 32mg H2O/L at TV of<br>1000cc - Adult<br>32mg H2O/L at TV of 250cc<br>- Pediatric | 32mg H2O/L at TV of 1000cc -<br>Adult<br>32mg H2O/L at TV of 250cc -<br>Pediatric | same |
| Bacterial Filtration Test | 99.999% | 99.999% | same |
| Viral Filtration Test | 99.99% | 99.99% | same |
## 9. Conclusion [21 CFR 807.92(b) (3)]
In accordance with the Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act 21, CFR Part 807 and based on the Intended Use, Technological Characteristics, Performance data and non-clinical tests performed, the subject Breathing Circuit Bacterial/Viral Filter is substantially equivalent and is as safe and as effective as the legally marketed predicate device.
Predicate graph will load when search results are available.
Embedding visualization will load when search results are available.
PDF viewer will load when search results are available.
Loading panels...
Select an item from Submissions
Click any panel, subpart, regulation, product code, or device to see details here.
Section Matches
Results will appear here.
Product Code Matches
Results will appear here.
Special Control Matches
Results will appear here.
Loading collections...
Loading
My Alerts
You will receive email notifications based on the filters and frequency you set for each alert.
Sort by:
Create Alert
Search Filters
Agent Token
Create a read-only bearer token for Claude, ChatGPT, or other agents that can call HTTP APIs.
Copy this now. It will not be shown again.
Connected apps
Apps you authorized through browser sign-in. Disconnecting revokes their access immediately.
Learn the FDA Browser
Two short videos show you everything — or skip straight to the written tutorial if you'd rather read. You can reopen this any time from the Tutorial button in the top bar.
Part 1 — Search, results, and everyday workflows 16 min
Part 2 — Embeddings: the galaxy map 3 min
1. Search: exact and fuzzy
Type a phrase like "coronary artery calcification" into the search box. You get two kinds of results. Exact results match the literal phrase — prefix searches work ("coronary artery calcificati") but suffix searches do not. Fuzzy results match on the meaning and intent of your phrase rather than the exact words, and are sorted by relevance score. Hover over the Exact or Fuzzy badge on any row to see exactly why it matched.
Use the checkboxes above the results to narrow: SaMD keeps only software-only devices, AI / ML keeps only devices with AI.
Exact vs. fuzzy search: what's the difference?
Exact matches on the literal phrase (prefix search works, suffix does not). Fuzzy matches on the meaning and intent of the phrase rather than the exact words. Hover over the badge on any row to see why it matched.
You search "coronary artery calcification" and want only software devices with AI. What two filters do you apply?
Narrow by SaMD (software-only devices), then narrow by AI/ML (devices with AI).
2. The results table
Scroll right in the results table. The intended use is extracted for you — no need to open the PDF. The device story gives a high-level snapshot of what the device does and how it's used. The AI Performance sub-table shows each output name, acceptance criteria, observed values, and development/test dataset descriptions — the same format Innolitics uses for regulatory strategy outputs, and the fastest high-level fingerprint of an AI device. It is AI-generated but has been very reliable in practice.
Where do you find a device's intended use without opening the PDF?
Scroll right in the search results table. The intended use column is extracted for you; no need to dig into the 510(k) summary PDF.
What does the AI Performance sub-table show, and why is it useful?
Output name, acceptance criteria, observed values, development dataset description, and test dataset description. It's the same format we use for regulatory strategy output and Fast 510(k) input, and the fastest high-level fingerprint of an AI device. AI-generated but reliable in practice.
3. Judging fuzzy relevance
Fuzzy results trail off in relevance as you scroll. Use three signals to decide how far down to go: the fuzzy badge explanations, the intended use column, and whether your target output (e.g., Cobb angle) still appears in the AI Performance sub-table. Once it stops appearing, you're past the relevant zone. A top hit with a low score (~0.4) and a stretched explanation is a hint the closest predicates are far away — the project may be headed for De Novo. Note the fuzzy search is a pattern match: it doesn't handle negation ("not") well, and hardware devices can appear — filter by SaMD/AI ML to cut them.
How do you judge how far down fuzzy search results to go?
Use the relevancy signals: the fuzzy badge explanations, the intended use column, and whether the target output (e.g., Cobb angle) still appears in the AI Performance sub-table. Once it stops appearing, results are trailing off in relevancy.
4. Device detail page: chat and citations
Click a device name to open its detail page: device facts on the left, a chat window on the right. Ask something like "Describe the training data". The answer carries little citation bubbles — click one to jump to the highlighted passage in the source PDF, so you can verify every AI answer against the document. There's also a Download PDF button for sharing.
How do you verify an AI chat answer on the device detail page?
Click the citation bubbles to jump to the relevant highlight in the source document.
Reading rule for every project: how many summaries do you read in full?
At least the three most relevant 510(k) or De Novo summaries, in full. After that, use targeted chat questions to confirm your memory quickly. The tool supports this professional habit — it doesn't replace it.
5. Side-by-side comparison
Select multiple rows in the results table (aim for under ~10), then open the PDF Viewer tab. Ask one question — it goes to all selected devices in parallel, each with citations. This is the fastest way to compare and contrast devices: training data, PCCP scope, how they handled adding new scanners, and so on.
What does the side-by-side PDF viewer mode do?
Select multiple devices, open the PDF viewer tab, and ask one question (e.g., "Describe the training data"). It queries all selected devices simultaneously with citations, so you can compare and contrast quickly.
6. Collections
With rows selected, go to the Collections tab and create a labeled collection (e.g., "Cobb Angle Project"). Reload that selection any time — before a client call, pull up the collection and ask questions across all of its devices at once.
How do you save a set of selected devices for later use?
Select the rows, go to the Collections tab, and create a labeled collection (e.g., "Cobb Angle Project"). You can reload the selection anytime and carry it into the PDF viewer and other tabs that support selections.
7. Product codes and the regulations tree
Click a product code in the results to jump to it in the regulations tree — identification text, sibling product codes, and devices you can open in a PDF viewer on the right. Click a regulation number to see its identification, special controls, and related product codes. You can also search by product code or regulation number at the top of the tree. Always read the special controls if any exist for your device — it broadens your search and sharpens pre-kickoff research.
What can you do from the regulations tree view?
Browse product codes and regulation numbers, read the identification text and special controls, browse sibling product codes, open device PDFs on the right, and search by product code or regulation number at the top of the tree.
8. Chart view
Click Show Chart and segment by regulation number (or product code) to see which regulations dominate your result set. Clicking a regulation takes you into the regulations tree. Great for spotting that most matches are, say, hardware laparoscopic devices — a cue to go back and filter.
How do you see which regulations dominate a search result set?
Click "Show Chart" and segment by Regulation Number. Clicking a regulation takes you to the regulations tree.
9. The predicate graph
Open the Predicates tab for a family-tree view of predicate relationships. Click a node to trace its parents and children; selections from search carry over pre-selected. Commonly predicated devices are worth reading — a lot of people predicated them for a reason. The visual lineage is also handy on client calls, e.g. to show how a predicate family evolved and justify why your predicate still holds.
In the predicate graph, why are commonly predicated devices worth reading?
A lot of people predicated them for a reason. Clicking a node traces parents and children, and selections from search carry over pre-selected.
10. Embeddings: the galaxy map
The Embeddings tab plots every matching document in a 2-D "galaxy map" where semantically similar devices cluster together. Hover or click clusters to explore, and let AI label the clusters for you. Embeddings beat product codes for grouping: two devices can carry different product codes (LLZ vs. QIH) yet do the same thing — the embedding captures the meaning of the intended use and device story. This is also exactly how retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) works under the hood, and it makes a great visual on client calls.
Try it yourself
Head to the search page and work through a few of these AI/ML fuzzy searches to build intuition: perivascular fat on CT · aortic valve calcification opportunistic screening on noncontrast CT · breast cancer prediction on digital pathology slides · autism detection · gestational age prediction · a hearing aid that can also detect a pulse · foundation model based analysis of ECG · large language models · penetration test. Watch how the relevance scores, intended use, and AI Performance tables tell you when results stop being meaningful.