Tyvek Self-Seal Pouches with STERRAD Chemical Indicator, Tyvek Rolls with STERRAD Chemical Indicator, Tyvek Heat-Seal Pouches with STERRAD Chemical Indicator
Tyvek Self-Seal Pouches with STERRAD Chemical Indicator, Tyvek Rolls with STERRAD Chemical Indicator, Tyvek Heat-Seal Pouches with STERRAD Chemical Indicator
Applicant
Advanced Sterilization Products
Product Code
KCT · General Hospital
Decision Date
Jul 31, 2017
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 Sterilization Systems and Cycles, in a single or double pouch configuration, and to indicate, by color change, that the pouch has been exposed to sterilant. After completion of the sterilization process, the pouch/roll is intended to maintain sterility of the enclosed device(s) until used. The pouches and rolls are printed with a chemical indicator bar which is a process indicator (ISO 11140-1:2014 [Type I]) that changes from red to the color indicated on the comparator bar included on the shelf pack (or lighter) when exposed to hydrogen peroxide vapor during processing in the STERRAD Sterilization Systems. The pouches and rolls can be used in the STERRAD Sterilization Systems and Cycles shown in Table 1.
Device Story
Device consists of Tyvek plastic film pouches/rolls with integrated STERRAD chemical indicator ink; used to enclose medical devices for terminal sterilization in STERRAD hydrogen peroxide vapor systems. Indicator bar changes color (red to comparator color) upon exposure to sterilant, providing visual confirmation of processing. Used in clinical settings; operated by healthcare personnel. Pouch maintains sterility of contents for up to 12 months post-processing. Benefits include extended shelf-life for sterilized instruments, reducing reprocessing frequency. Device does not signify sterilization; must be used with biological indicators.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data submitted. Bench testing only. Verification studies confirmed 12-month sterility maintenance post-processing across various STERRAD systems (100S, NX, 100NX) and cycles (Standard, Advanced, Express, Duo). All testing yielded passing results.
Technological Characteristics
Constructed from Tyvek plastic films. Chemical indicator (ISO 11140-1:2014 Type I) printed on film. Self-seal or heat-seal configurations. Passive sensing principle (colorimetric chemical reaction to hydrogen peroxide vapor). No energy source, software, or connectivity.
Indications for Use
Indicated for enclosing medical devices for terminal sterilization in STERRAD Sterilization Systems and Cycles. Used in single or double pouch configurations to maintain sterility until use. Compatible with specific STERRAD systems (100S, NX, 100NX) and cycle types (Standard, Advanced, Express, Duo) with defined lumen and load requirements.
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 (K141693)
Submission Summary (Full Text)
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Public Health Service
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July 31, 2017
Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Document Control Center - WO66-G609 Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002
Advanced Sterilization Products Ms. Laurie Cartwright Associate Director, Regulatory Affairs 33 Technology Drive Irvine. CA 92618
Re: K163598
Trade/Device Name: Tyvek® Pouch/Roll with STERRAD® Chemical Indicator Regulation Number: 21 CFR 880.6850 /21 CFR 880.2800 Regulation Name: Sterilization Wrap/Sterilization Process Indicator Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: KCT, JOJ Dated: July 05, 2017 Received: July 07, 2017
Dear Laurie Cartwright:
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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If you desire specific advice for your device on our labeling regulation (21 CFR Part 801), please contact the Division of Industry and Consumer Education at its toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or (301) 796-7100 or at its Internet address
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Sincerely.
# Mark S. Fellman -S
for
Lori Wiggins, MPT, CLT 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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#### Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K163598
Device Name
Tyvek® Pouch/Roll with STERRAD® Chemical Indicator
#### Indications for Use (Describe)
Tyvek® Pouches and Rolls with STERRAD® Chemical Indicator are intended to enclose medical devices that are to be terminally sterilized in the STERRAD Sterilization Systems and Cycles, in a single or double pouch configuration, and to indicate, by color change, that the pouch has been exposed to sterilant. After completion of the sterilization process, the pouch/roll is intended to maintain sterility of the enclosed device until used.
The pouches and rolls are printed with a chemical indicator bar which is a process indicator (ISO 11140-1:2014 [Type I]) that changes from red to the color indicated on the comparator bar included on the shelf pack (or lighter) when exposed to hydrogen peroxide vapor during processing in the STERRAD Sterilization Systems.
The pouches and rolls can be used in the STERRAD Sterilization Systems and Cycles shown in Table 1.
| Table 1- Indications for Use | | | | |
|-----------------------------------------------------------|----------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| STERRAD® / Cycle | | Single-channel stainless<br>steel lumens | Other lumens | Load requirements |
| STERRAD® 100S | | ≥1 mm ID x ≤125 mm long<br>≥2 mm ID x ≤250 mm long<br>≥3 mm ID x ≤400 mm long | Metal and nonmetal<br>≥6 mm ID x ≤310 mm<br>long | ≤10 lumens per load |
| STERRAD NX®<br>with or without<br>ALLClear™ Technology | STANDARD | ≥1 mm ID x ≤150 mm long<br>≥2 mm ID x ≤400 mm long | N/A | ≤10 lumens per load ≤10.7<br>lbs |
| | ADVANCED | ≥1 mm ID x ≤500 mm long | N/A | ≤10 lumens per load ≤10.7<br>lbs |
| STERRAD® 100NX<br>with or without<br>ALLClear™ Technology | STANDARD | ≥0.7 mm ID x ≤500 mm long | N/A | ≤10 lumens per load ≤21.4<br>lbs |
| | EXPRESS | N/A | N/A | ≤10.7 lbs on bottom shelf<br>only |
| | DUO | N/A | N/A | Accessory devices (e.g.,<br>cameras and light cords) only<br>2 cameras maximum |
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
### Advanced Sterilization Products Tyvek® Pouch/Roll with STERRAD® Chemical Indicator with Extended Post-Processing Shelf-Life
#### General Information
| Submitter Name: | Advanced Sterilization Products<br>Division of Ethicon, Inc., a Johnson & Johnson company |
|----------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Address: | 33 Technology Drive<br>Irvine, CA 92618 |
| Contact Person: | Laurie Cartwright<br>Associate Director, Regulatory Affairs<br>Telephone: (949) 789-3877<br>Email: lcartwr@its.jnj.com |
| Date Prepared: | July 26, 2017 |
| 510(k) Number: | K163598 |
| Device Name | |
| Proprietary Name: | Tyvek® Pouch/Roll with STERRAD® Chemical Indicator |
| Common Name: | Sterilization Pouch/Roll with Chemical Indicator |
| Classification Name: | Sterilization Wrap/Sterilization Process Indicator |
| Device Class: | Class II |
| Product Code: | KCT<br>JOJ |
| CFR Section: | 21 CFR 880.6850<br>21 CFR 880.2800 |
#### Predicate Device
Tyvek Pouch/Roll with STERRAD Chemical Indicator cleared under K141693.
#### Device Description
The modified Tyvek Pouch/Roll with STERRAD Chemical Indicator is 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 modified Tyvek Pouch/Roll with STERRAD Chemical Indicator is intended to enclose medical devices to be terminally sterilized in the STERRAD Sterilization Systems in a single or double pouch configuration. The medical devices are inserted into the pouch/roll, sealed, and then sterilized in the STERRAD Sterilization System.
The only difference between the modified device and the predicate device, is the increased post-processing shelf-life to 12 months.
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
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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 the color indicated by the comparator bar included on the shelf pack (or lighter) when exposed to hydrogen peroxide.
The product codes for all Tyvek Pouches and Rolls with STERRAD Chemical Indicator are shown in the following table:
| Product Type | Product Codes |
|--------------------------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Tyvek Self-Seal Pouches with STERRAD Chemical<br>Indicator (123XX) | 12320, 12326, 12335, 12332, 12342, 12340, 12348,<br>12356 |
| Tyvek Rolls with STERRAD Chemical Indicator<br>(124XX) | 12407, 12410, 12415, 12420, 12425, 12435, 12442,<br>12450 |
| Tyvek Heat-Seal Pouches with STERRAD<br>Chemical Indicator (125XX) | 12521, 12526, 12532, 12541, 12548, 12543*, 12544*,<br>12557*, 12558*, 12559*, 12560* |
* Indicates Product Codes exclusively for markets outside the USA.
#### Intended Use/Indications for Use
The intended use of the Tyvek Pouch/Roll with STERRAD Chemical Indicator, as described in the 21 CFR 880.6850/21 CFR 880.2800, has not changed as a result of the proposed modification. The Tyvek Pouch/Roll with STERRAD Chemical Indicator (predicate and modified device) is intended to enclose a medical device that is to be sterilized in the STERRAD Sterilization System, and to indicate that the pouch/roll has been exposed to hydrogen peroxide during the sterilization process.
The modified device indication for use is provided below:
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 Sterilization Systems and Cycles, in a single or double pouch configuration, and to indicate, by color change, that the pouch has been exposed to sterilant. After completion of the sterilization process, the pouch/roll is intended to maintain sterility of the enclosed(s) device until used.
The pouches and rolls are printed with a chemical indicator bar which is a process indicator (ISO 11140-1:2014 [Type I]) that changes from red to the color indicated on the comparator bar included on the shelf pack (or lighter) when exposed to hydrogen peroxide vapor during processing in the STERRAD Sterilization Systems.
The pouches and rolls can be used in the STERRAD Sterilization Systems and Cycles shown in Table 1.
| STERRAD® / Cycle | Single-channel stainless steel lumens | Other lumens | Load requirements | |
|-----------------------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------|---------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| STERRAD® 100S | ≥1 mm ID x ≤125 mm long<br>≥2 mm ID x ≤250 mm long<br>≥3 mm ID x ≤400 mm long | Metal and nonmetal<br>≥6 mm ID x<br>≤310 mm long | ≤10 lumens per load | |
| STERRAD NX® with or<br>without ALLClear™<br>Technology | STANDARD | ≥1 mm ID x ≤150 mm long<br>≥2 mm ID x ≤400 mm long | N/A | ≤10 lumens per load<br>≤10.7 lbs |
| | ADVANCED | ≥1 mm ID x ≤500 mm long | N/A | ≤10 lumens per load<br>≤10.7 lbs |
| STERRAD® 100NX<br>with or without<br>ALLClear™ Technology | STANDARD | ≥0.7 mm ID x ≤500 mm long | N/A | ≤10 lumens per load<br>≤21.4 lbs |
| | EXPRESS | N/A | N/A | ≤10.7 lbs on bottom<br>shelf only |
| | DUO | N/A | N/A | Accessory devices (e.g.,<br>cameras and light cords).<br>only 2 cameras<br>maximum |
Table 1- Indications for Use
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#### Non-Clinical Data
Verification testing was conducted in support of the extended post-processing shelf-life to the Tyvek Pouch/Roll with STERRAD Chemical Indicator that is the subject of this submission; all testing yielded passing results. This testing is summarized in the following table.
| Verification<br>Testing | Description | Results<br>(Pass/Fail) |
|----------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|------------------------|
| Maintenance of<br>Package<br>Integrity | 12 Months Sterility Maintenance of the Tyvek Pouches/Rolls with<br>STERRAD Chemical Indicator Post Processing using the<br>STERRAD 100S Sterilization System | Pass |
| Maintenance of<br>Package<br>Integrity | 12 Months Sterility Maintenance of the Tyvek Pouches/Rolls with<br>STERRAD Chemical Indicator Post Processing in the STERRAD<br>100S Sterilization System using LONG Cycle | Pass |
| Maintenance of<br>Package<br>Integrity | 12 Months Sterility Maintenance of the Tyvek Pouches/Rolls with<br>STERRAD Chemical Indicator Post Processing in the STERRAD<br>NX Sterilization System using ADVANCED Cycle | Pass |
| Maintenance of<br>Package<br>Integrity | 12 Months Sterility Maintenance of the Tyvek Pouches/Rolls with<br>STERRAD Chemical Indicator Post Processing in the STERRAD<br>NX Sterilization System using STANDARD Cycle | Pass |
| Maintenance of<br>Package<br>Integrity | 12 Months Sterility Maintenance of the Tyvek Pouches/Rolls with<br>STERRAD Chemical Indicator Post Processing in the STERRAD<br>100NX Sterilization System using STANDARD Cycle | Pass |
| Maintenance of<br>Package<br>Integrity | 12 Months Sterility Maintenance of the Tyvek Pouches/Rolls with<br>STERRAD Chemical Indicator Post Processing in the STERRAD<br>100NX Sterilization System using EXPRESS Cycle | Pass |
| Maintenance of<br>Package<br>Integrity | 12 Months Sterility Maintenance of the Tyvek Pouches/Rolls with<br>STERRAD Chemical Indicator Post Processing in the STERRAD<br>100NX Sterilization System using DUO Cycle | Pass |
#### Summary of Performance Testing
#### Clinical Data
No clinical data was submitted in support of this Premarket Notification.
#### Summary
The Tyvek Pouch/Roll with STERRAD Chemical Indicator with Extended Post-Processing Shelf-Life and its predicate device, the Tyvek Pouch/Roll with STERRAD Chemical Indicator cleared under K141693, have the same intended use, technological characteristics, design, materials, and principles of operation. Results of maintenance of package integrity verification studies demonstrated that after completion of the sterilization process, the modified device maintains sterility of enclosed medical device(s) for a period of 12 months compared to period of 30 days for the predicate device. Furthermore, the modified device indication for use statement has been updated for clarity (including moving of the post processing shelflife dating to the description section of the Instruction for Use). Refer to the following tables for comparisons between the modified and the predicate device characteristics.
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| | Predict Tyvek® Pouch/Roll with | Modified Device: Tyvek® Pouch/Roll with STERRAD®<br>Chemical Indicator with Extended Post-Processing Shelf-Life |
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| | STERRAD® Chemical Indicator (K141693) | (K163598) |
| Intended Use | The Tyvek Pouch/Roll with STERRAD Chemical Indicator is<br>intended to enclose a medical device that is to be sterilized in<br>the STERRAD Sterilization System, and to indicate that the<br>pouch/roll has been exposed to hydrogen peroxide during the<br>sterilization process. | Same |
| Indications for<br>Use | Tyvek® Pouches and Rolls with STERRAD® Chemical<br>Indicator are intended to be used to enclose medical devices<br>that are to be terminally sterilized in the STERRAD<br>Sterilization Systems and Cycles, in a single or double pouch<br>configuration, and to indicate, by color change, that the pouch<br>has been exposed to sterilant. After completion of the<br>sterilization process, the pouch/roll maintains sterility until<br>the pouch/roll is used; in the United States, this is for a period<br>of 30 days.<br>The STERRAD Sterilization Systems and Cycles that can be<br>used are shown in Table 1. The product codes for all Tyvek<br>Pouches and Rolls with STERRAD Chemical Indicator are<br>listed in Table 2.<br>The pouches and rolls are printed with a chemical indicator<br>bar which is a process indicator (ISO 11140-1:2005) that<br>changes from red to yellow (or lighter) when exposed to<br>hydrogen peroxide vapor during processing in the STERRAD<br>Sterilization Systems. | Tyvek® Pouches and Rolls with STERRAD® Chemical Indicator<br>are intended to be used to enclose medical devices that are to be<br>terminally sterilized in the STERRAD Sterilization Systems and<br>Cycles, in a single or double pouch configuration, and to indicate,<br>by color change, that the pouch has been exposed to sterilant.<br>After completion of the sterilization process, the pouch/roll is<br>intended to maintain sterility of the enclosed device(s) until used.<br>The pouches and rolls are printed with a chemical indicator bar<br>which is a process indicator (ISO 11140-1:2014 [Type I]) that<br>changes from red to the color indicated on the comparator bar<br>included on the shelf pack (or lighter) when exposed to hydrogen<br>peroxide vapor during processing in the STERRAD Sterilization<br>Systems.<br>The pouches and rolls can be used in the STERRAD Sterilization<br>Systems and Cycles shown in Table 1. |
# Comparison of Device Characteristics
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| Predict Tyvek® Pouch/Roll with STERRAD® Chemical Indicator (K141693) | | | Modified Device: Tyvek® Pouch/Roll with STERRAD® Chemical Indicator with Extended Post-Processing Shelf-Life (K163598) | | |
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| | | | | | |
| STERRAD® / Cycle | Single-channel stainless steel lumens | Other lumens<br>Load requirements | STERRAD® / Cycle | Single-channel stainless steel lumens | Other lumens<br>Load requirements |
| STERRAD® 100S | ≥1 mm ID x ≤125 mm long<br>≥2 mm ID x ≤250 mm long<br>≥3 mm ID x ≤400 mm long | Metal and nonmetal<br>≥6 mm ID x ≤310 mm long<br>≤10 lumens per load | STERRAD® 100S | ≥1 mm ID x ≤125 mm long<br>≥2 mm ID x ≤250 mm long<br>≥3 mm ID x ≤400 mm long | Metal and nonmetal<br>≥6 mm ID x ≤310 mm long<br>≤10 lumens per load |
| STERRAD® 50 | ≥1 mm ID x ≤125 mm long<br>≥2 mm ID x ≤250 mm long<br>≥3 mm ID x ≤400 mm long | Metal and nonmetal<br>≥6 mm ID x ≤310 mm long<br>≤10 lumens per load | STERRAD NX® with or without ALLClear™ Technology | STANDARD<br>≥1 mm ID x ≤150 mm long<br>≥2 mm ID x ≤400 mm long<br>ADVANCED<br>≥1 mm ID x ≤500 mm long | N/A<br>≤10 lumens per load<br>≤10.7 lbs<br>N/A<br>≤10 lumens per load<br>≤10.7 lbs |
| STERRAD® 200 | ≥1 mm ID x ≤125 mm long<br>≥2 mm ID x ≤250 mm long<br>≥3 mm ID x ≤400 mm long | Teflon® and polyethylene<br>≥6 mm ID x ≤310 mm long<br>≤12 lumens per load<br>≤36.48 lbs | STERRAD® 100NX with or without ALLClear™ Technology | STANDARD<br>≥0.7 mm ID x ≤500 mm long<br>EXPRESS<br>N/A<br>DUO<br>N/A | N/A<br>≤10 lumens per load<br>≤21.4 lbs<br>N/A<br>≤10.7 lbs on bottom shelf only<br>N/A<br>Accessory devices (e.g., cameras and light cords) only 2 cameras maximum |
| STERRAD NX® | Standard<br>≥1 mm ID x ≤150 mm long<br>≥2 mm ID x ≤400 mm long<br>Advanced<br>≥1 mm ID x ≤500 mm long | N/A<br>≤10 lumens per load<br>≤10.7 lbs<br>N/A<br>≤10 lumens per load<br>≤10.7 lbs | | | |
| STERRAD 100NX® | Standard<br>≥0.7 mm ID x ≤500 mm long<br>EXPRESS<br>N/A<br>DUO<br>N/A | N/A<br>≤10 lumens per load<br>≤21.4 lbs<br>N/A<br>≤10.7 lbs on bottom shelf only<br>N/A<br>Accessory devices (e.g., cameras and light cords) only 2 cameras maximum | | | |
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| | Predict Tyvek® Pouch/Roll with<br>STERRAD® Chemical Indicator (K141693) | Modified Device: Tyvek® Pouch/Roll with STERRAD®<br>Chemical Indicator with Extended Post-Processing Shelf-Life<br>(K163598) |
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| Design Features | Two films which are heat sealed together on three sides for<br>individual pouches and on two sides for roll form pouches.<br><br>A Chemical Indicator (CI) bar is printed onto the Tyvek side<br>of the pouch. For the self-seal pouch, the CI is printed onto<br>back surface of the Tyvek. For the heat-seal pouch and roll,<br>the CI is printed onto the Tyvek, but is encased in the seam of<br>the pouch between the Tyvek and transparent film. | Same |
| Chemical Indicator | STERRAD indicator ink | Same |
| Chemical Indicator Device Design | The color of the Chemical Indicator changes from red to color indicated by comparator bar (or lighter) when exposed to hydrogen peroxide vapor during the sterilization process in the STERRAD Sterilization Systems. | Same |
| Post-Processing Sterility Shelf-Life | 30 days | 12 months |
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| | Predict Tyvek® Pouch/Roll with<br>STERRAD® Chemical Indicator (K141693) | Modified Device: Tyvek® Pouch/Roll with STERRAD®<br>Chemical Indicator with Extended Post-Processing Shelf-Life |
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| Biocompatibility | In vivo testing demonstrated that the pouch samples, after<br>STERRAD processing, met the acceptance criteria per ISO<br>10993-11 and 10993-10 and can be safely used. | No new testing. Predicate Device testing applies to modified<br>device; no change to device materials |
| End Point / Post<br>Processing Color<br>Stability | Tyvek Pouches/Rolls, after STERRAD processing,<br>maintained the endpoint CI color reaction. | No new testing. Predicate Device testing applies to modified<br>device; no change to device materials |
| Material<br>Compatibility | Seal strength test, microbial barrier properties, burst test,<br>and peel open test demonstrated acceptable material<br>compatibility characteristics of the Tyvek Pouches/Rolls<br>after STERRAD processing | No new testing. Predicate Device testing applies to modified<br>device; no change to device materials |
| Sterilant Penetration<br>Efficacy | The sterilant penetrated through the "double pouch"<br>configuration under the worst case half-cycle conditions<br>and the sterility assurance level (SAL) of 10-6 was<br>demonstrated. | No new testing. Predicate Device testing applies to modified<br>device; no change to device materials |
| Seal Strength | Seal strength of the processed Tyvek Pouches/Rolls is<br>maintained at the end of pre-processing shelf life. | No new testing. Predicate Device testing applies to modified<br>device; no change to device materials |
| Chemical Indicator<br>(CI) Functionality | CI functionality of the processed Tyvek Pouches/Rolls is<br>maintained at the end of pre-processing shelf life. | No new testing. Predicate Device testing applies to modified<br>device; no change to device materials |
| Maintenance of<br>Package<br>Integrity | 30 days sterility maintenance post processing in<br>STERRAD Sterilizers | 12 months sterility maintenance post processing in STERRAD<br>Sterilizers |
# Comparison of Biocompatibility and Performance Testing
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In conclusion, the intended use, operating principle, performance specification, material and design of the modified device are same as the predicate device and the minor differences between the modified device and its predicate device do not raise any new questions of safety or effectiveness. Thus, the Tyvek Pouch/Roll with STERRAD Chemical Indicator with Extended Post-Processing Shelf-Life is substantially equivalent to the predicate device cleared in K141693.
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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.