K162258 · Tianchang Jiarui Packaging Material Co., Ltd. · FRG · Apr 28, 2017 · General Hospital
Device Facts
Record ID
K162258
Device Name
Self Sealing Sterilization Pouches
Applicant
Tianchang Jiarui Packaging Material Co., Ltd.
Product Code
FRG · General Hospital
Decision Date
Apr 28, 2017
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 880.6850
Device Class
Class 2
Indications for Use
The Self Sealing Sterilization Pouches are intended to be used to enclose another medical devices 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. The Self Sealing Sterilization Pouches are intended for sterilization of dental instruments, excluding complex devices (endoscopes and instruments with lumen/channels). The intended sterilization cycles are listed below: Prevacuum steam; 4 minutes at 132 ℃; 10 minute dry time. Ethylene oxide: 1 hours at 55 ℃; relative humidity between 40%- 80%; 100% ethylene oxide at a concentration of 740 mg/L, 7 day aeration time at 20℃. The pouch's external chemical ink indicators are designed to indicate to the user that the pouch has undergone either a steam or EtO sterilization process. The Self Sealing sterilization Pouches are not intended use for any load with lumen/channels and complex device. The maximum wrapped package weight for each pouch is 540g or 1.19 lbs. The sterilization pouch maintains the enclosed devices up until 6 months post sterilization. The pouches are available in the following sizes: Model(s): 57 x 102mm, 57 x 130 mm, 70 x 255 mm, 83 x 165 mm, 13 x 191 mm, 133 x 279 mm, 133 x 290 mm, 140 x 280 mm, 140 x 330 mm, 190 x 330 mm, 190 x 360 mm, 255 x 380 mm, 279 x 406 mm, 300 x 400 mm, 300 x 474 mm, 305 x 457 mm;
Device Story
Self-sealing sterilization pouches; medical-grade paper and CPP/PET plastic film construction; heat-sealed on three sides with adhesive strip on fourth side. Used by healthcare providers to enclose dental instruments for sterilization. External chemical ink indicators (EtO: Pink to Yellow; Steam: Blue to Dark Green) provide visual confirmation of exposure to sterilization process. Maintains sterility for up to 6 months. Not for use with complex devices or lumens. Bench testing confirms microbial barrier integrity, biocompatibility, and sterilization efficacy.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data. Bench testing only. Testing included microbial barrier properties (ASTM F1608), seal integrity (ASTM F1929), biocompatibility (ISO 10993-5, -7, -10), physical properties (tensile, tear, air permeance), and sterilization process validation for steam and EtO cycles.
Technological Characteristics
Materials: Medical porous paper, CPP/PET plastic film, PE/paper/PE release strip. Sensing: Chemical ink indicators (Class 1). Sterilization: Prevacuum steam (132°C, 4 min) and EtO (55°C, 740 mg/L). Standards: ISO 14937, ISO 11140-1, ASTM D638, ASTM F2251, ASTM D1922, ISO 5636-3, ASTM F1140, ASTM F1608, ASTM F1980, ASTM F1929.
Indications for Use
Indicated for use by healthcare providers to enclose dental instruments for sterilization via prevacuum steam or ethylene oxide (EtO) and to maintain sterility post-processing. Contraindicated for complex devices, including endoscopes and instruments with lumens or channels. Maximum load weight 540g.
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.
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April 28, 2017
Tianchang Jiarui Packaging Material Co., Ltd. % Ray Wang General Manager Beijing Believe Technology Service Co., Ltd. 5-1206, Build 332, DaFangJu, No. 25 BanBiDian Rd., TongZhou District Beijing, 101121 CN
Re: K162258
Trade/Device Name: Self Sealing Sterilization Pouches Regulation Number: 21 CFR 880.6850 Regulation Name: Sterilization Wrap Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: FRG, JOJ Dated: March 8, 2017 Received: March 13, 2017
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# Michael J. Ryan -S
for Tina Kiang, Ph.D. Acting Director Division of Anesthesiology, General Hospital, Respiratory, Infection Control, and Dental Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES Food and Drug Administration
# Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K162258
Device Name
Self Sealing Sterilization Pouches
The Self Sealing Sterilization Pouches are intended to be used to enclose another medical devices 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.
The Self Sealing Sterilization Pouches are intended for sterilization of dental instruments, excluding complex devices (endoscopes and instruments with lumen/channels).
The intended sterilization cvcles are listed below:
Prevacuum steam; 4 minutes at 132 ℃; 10 minute dry time.
Ethylene oxide: 1 hours at 55 ℃; relative humidity between 40%- 80%; 100% ethylene oxide at a concentration of 740 mg/L, 7 day aeration time at 20℃.
The pouch's external chemical ink indicators are designed to indicate to the user that the pouch has undergone either a steam or EtO sterilization process.
The Self Sealing sterilization Pouches are not intended use for any load with lumen/channels and complex device. The maximum wrapped package weight for each pouch is 540g or 1.19 lbs. The sterilization pouch maintains the enclosed devices up until 6 months post sterilization.
The pouches are available in the following sizes:
Model(s): 57 x 102mm, 57 x 130 mm, 70 x 255 mm, 83 x 165 mm, 13 x 191 mm, 133 x 279 mm, 133 x 290 mm, 140 x 280 mm, 140 x 330 mm, 190 x 330 mm, 190 x 360 mm, 255 x 380 mm, 279 x 406 mm, 300 x 400 mm, 300 x 474 mm, 305 x 457 mm;
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
] Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
X Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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# 510(k) Summary
This 510(k) Summary of 510(k) safety and effectiveness information is being submitted in accordance with requirements of SMDA 1990 and Title 21, CFR Section 807.92.
The assigned 510(k) Number: K162258
- 1. Date of Preparation: 2017-4-24
- 2. Sponsor Identification
Tianchang Jiarui Packaging Material Co., Ltd. Yeshan Industria Zone, Tianchang City, 239300, Anhui Province of China
Contact Person: Zhang Ruiqing Position: General Manager Tel: +86 550 7981778 Fax: +86 550 7323988 Email: sales@cncarate.com
- Designated Submission Correspondent 3.
Mr. Ray Wang
# Beijing Believe Technology Service Co., Ltd. 5-1206, Build 332, DaFangJu, No.25 BanBiDian Rd.,
LiYuan Town, TongZhou District, Beijing, 101121, China
Tel: +86-18910677558 Fax: +86-10-52214696 Email: ray.wang@believe-med.com
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#### 4. Identification of Proposed Device
Trade Name: Self Sealing Sterilization Pouches Common Name: Sterilization Pouches
Model(s): 57 x 102mm, 57 x 130 mm, 70 x 255 mm, 83 x 165 mm, 90 x 260 mm, 133 x 191 mm, 133 x 279 mm, 133 x 290 mm, 140 x 280 mm, 140 x 330 mm, 190 x 330 mm, 190 x 360 mm, 255 x 380 mm, 279 x 406 mm, 300 x 400 mm, 300 x 474 mm, 305 x 457 mm;
# Regulatory Information
Classification Name: Wrap, Sterilization/Indicator, Physical/Chemical Sterilization Process Classification: 2 Product Code: FRG/JOJ Regulation Number: 21 CFR 880.6850/ 21 CFR 880.2800 Review Panel: General Hospital
### Intended Use Statement:
The Self Sealing Sterilization Pouches are intended to enclose another medical devices 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.
The Self Sealing Sterilization Pouches are intended for sterilization of dental instruments, excluding complex devices (endoscopes and instruments with lumen/channels).
The intended sterilization cycles are listed below:
Prevacuum steam; 4 minutes at 132 ℃; 10 minute dry time.
Ethylene oxide: 1 hours at 55 ℃; relative humidity between 40%- 80%; 100% ethylene oxide at a concentration of 740 mg/L, 7 day aeration time at 20℃.
The pouch's external chemical ink indicators are designed to the user that the pouch has undergone either a steam or EtO sterilization process.
The Self Sealing sterilization Pouches are not intended use for any load with lumen/channels and complex device. The maximum wrapped package weight for each pouch is 540g or 1.19 lbs. The sterilization pouch maintains the enclosed devices up until 6 months post sterilization. The pouches are available in the following sizes:
Model(s): 57 x 102mm, 57 x 130 mm, 70 x 255 mm, 83 x 165 mm, 90 x 260 mm, 133 x 191 mm, 133 x 279 mm, 133 x 290 mm, 140 x 280 mm, 140 x 330 mm, 190 x 330 mm, 190 x 360 mm. 255 x 380 mm. 279 x 406 mm. 300 x 400 mm. 300 x 474 mm. 305 x 457 mm:
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# Device Description
There are 18 models of the Self Sealing Sterilization Pouches in this application with different physical specification.
These pouches are made from a medical grade paper and plastic (CPP/PET) film that are heat sealed on three sides. The forth side has an adhesive strip that is used to seal the pouch. Release paper used in the pouch is a laminated sheet with composing structure of PE/paper/PE. It is a strip to cover the adhesive area and is released before seal the pouch. The medical grade paper conforms to recognized material standards and can be sterilized by steam or ethylene oxide gas. The indicators printed on the medical grade paper will exhibit a color change (EtO- Pink to Yellow/Steam- Blue to Dark Green) after the pouch is exposed to steam or ethylene oxide gas. The validated maintenance of sterility period is 6 months.
- Identification of Predicate Device(s) న్.
Predicate Device
510(k) Number: K143637 Product Name: Winner Self Seal Sterilization Pouch Model Name: U&U Medical Technology Co., Ltd.
The comparison table is shown in subsection 8.
- Non-Clinical Test Conclusion 6.
The proposed device
Non clinical tests were conducted to subject device. The test results demonstrated that the subject device met the acceptance criteria, and the conducted tests listed as below:
- ISO 14937:2009 Sterilization of health care products General requirements or A characterization of a sterilizing agent and the development, validation and routine control of a sterilization process for medical device
- > ASTM D638-14 Standard Test Method For Tensile Properties of Plastics;
- > ASTM F2251-03 Standard Test Method for thickness measurement of flexible packaging material;
- > ASTM D1922-03 Standard Test Method for Propagation tear resistance of plastic film and thin sheeting by pendulum method;
- A ISO 5636-3:2013 Paper and board - Determination of air permeance (medium range) - Part 3: Bendtsen method;
- A ASTM F1140/f1140M-13 Standard Test Methods for internal pressurization failure resistance of unrestrained package;
- ASTM F1608-00 Standard test methods for Microbial Ranking of Porous packaging materials; >
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- > ISO 10993-7:2009 Biological Evaluation of Medical Device - Part 7: Ethylene Oxide Sterilization residuals:
- > ISO 11140-1:2009 Sterilization of Health Care Products - Chemical Indicators - Part 1: General Requirements;
- > ASTM F1980-07 Standard guide for accelerated aging of sterile barrier systems for medical device:
- > ASTM F1929-12 Standard test methods for detecting seal leaks in porous medical packaging by dye penetration.
- > ISO 10993-5:2009 Biological Evaluation of Medical Devices - Part 5: Tests for In Vitro Cytotoxicity;
- > ISO 10993-10:2010 Biological Evaluation of Medical Devices – Part 10: Tests for irritation and skin sensitization;
- > Shelf Life Validation Test, validate the shelf life performance to the proposed device as real time aging method.
- > Sterilization Process Validation Test of Self Sealing Sterilization Pouch for EO and Steam sterilization process
- > Verification Test of Self Sealing Sterilization Pouch for EO and Steam Sterilization Process
- Clinical Test Conclusion 7.
No clinical study is included in this submission.
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#### Substantially Equivalent (SE) Comparison 8.
| ITEM | Proposed Device | Predicate Device | Remark |
|--------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|---------|
| Indication For Use | The Self Sealing Sterilization Pouches are intended to be used to enclose another medical devices 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.<br>The Self Sealing Sterilization Pouches are intended for sterilization of dental instruments, excluding complex devices (endoscopes and instruments with lumen/channels).<br>The intended sterilization cycles are listed below:<br>Prevacuum steam; 4 minutes at 132 °C; 10 minute dry time.<br>Ethylene oxide: 1 hours at 55 °C; relative humidity between 40%- 80%; 100% ethylene oxide at a concentration of 740 mg/L, 7 day aeration time at 20°C.<br>The pouch's external chemical ink indicators are designed to indicate to the user that the pouch has undergone either a steam or EtO sterilization process.<br>The Self Sealing sterilization Pouches are not intended use for any load with lumen/channels and complex device. The maximum wrapped package weight for each pouch is 540g or 1.19 lbs. The sterilization pouch maintains the enclosed devices up until 6 months post sterilization.<br>The pouches are available in the following sizes:<br>Model(s): 57 x 102mm, 57 x 130 mm, 70 | The U&U sterilization pouch and roll are intended to provide health care workers with an effective method to enclose devices intended for sterilization in steam and Ethylene Oxide (EtO).<br>The recommended gravity steam sterilization cycle parameters are 30 minutes at 121 °C.<br>The recommended EtO sterilization cycle is 4 hours at 55 °C with a relative humidity between 50%- 85% and a sterilant concentration of 600 mg/L. Furthermore, the sterilization pouch and roll maintains the enclosed devices up until 90Days post sterilization. Lastly, the pouch's external chemical ink indicators are designed to indicate to the user that the pouch has undergone either a steam or EtO sterilization process. | Similar |
# Table 1 General Comparison
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| | x 255 mm, 83 x 165 mm, 90 x 260 mm,<br>133 x 191 mm, 133 x 279 mm, 133 x 290<br>mm, 140 x 280 mm, 140 x 330 mm, 180 x<br>330 mm, 190 x 330 mm, 190 x 360 mm,<br>255 x 380 mm, 279 x 406 mm, 300 x 400<br>mm, 300 x 474 mm, 305 x 457 mm; | | |
|-------------------------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|---------|
| Material<br>Compostion | Top Web - Medical Porous Paper<br>Bottom Web - Medical Plastic film(CPP)<br>Bottom Web - Medical two-sided adhesive<br>tape<br>EtO gas indicator ink-Process Indicators<br>Steam indicator ink-Process Indicators | Top Web - Medical Porous Paper<br>Bottom Web - Medical Plastic film(CPP)<br>Bottom Web - Medical two-sided adhesive<br>tape<br>EtO gas indicator ink-Process Indicators<br>class 1<br>Steam indicator ink-Process Indicators<br>class 1 | SE |
| Sterilization<br>Cycles | The recommended gravity steam<br>sterilization cycle parameters is<br>Prevacuum steam 4 minutes at 132 °C; 10<br>minute dry time.<br>The recommended EtO sterilization cycle<br>is 1 hours at 55 °C; relative humidity<br>between 40%-80%; 100% ethylene oxide<br>at a concentration of 740 mg/L, 7 day<br>aeration time at 20°C. | The recommended gravity steam<br>sterilization cycle parameters are 30<br>minutes at 121 °C. The<br>recommended EtO sterilization cycle is 4<br>hours at 55 °C with a relative humidity<br>between 50%-85% and a sterilant<br>concentration of 600 mg/L. | Similar |
| Configuration/<br>Dimension | Min. 57 x 102 mm<br>Max. 305 x 457 mm | Width: ±0.1"" Length ± 0.2"" | Similar |
| Air Permeance | The maximum equivalent pore size<br>diameter shall not exceed 50um. | The maximum equivalent pore size<br>diameter shall not exceed 50um. | Similar |
| Microbial Barrier<br>Properties<br>(Packaging<br>Integrity) | Use ASTM 1608 method, and met the<br>acceptance criteria | Use ASTM 1608 method, and met the<br>acceptance criteria | SE |
| Material<br>Compatibility | After sterilization, the materials were not<br>degraded | After sterilization, the materials were not<br>degraded | SE |
| Biocompatibility | Meet ISO 10993-1 | Meet ISO10993-1 | SE |
| Maintenance of<br>Sterility | 6 months | 90 Days | Similar |
| Shelf Life | 2 years | 18 months | Similar |
| Drying Time | 10 minutes | 25 minutes | Similar |
| Aeration Time | 7 days at 20°C | 8 hours at 60°C | Similar |
| Chemical<br>Indicator Efficacy | Changed color EtO- Pink to Yellow;<br>Steam- Blue to Dark Green | Changed color EtO- YELLOW to<br>COCOA;<br>Steam- GREEN to PURPLE | Similar |
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Analysis for difference
The noted differences above do not change the intended use of the device or raise new safety and effectiveness concerns.
- 9. Substantially Equivalent (SE) Conclusion
Based on the comparison and analysis above, the subject device is determined to be Substantially Equivalent (SE) to the predicate device.
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