K213079 · Guangzhou Berrcom Medical Device Co., Ltd. · FLL · Feb 18, 2022 · General Hospital
Device Facts
Record ID
K213079
Device Name
Ear Thermometer, Model ET001
Applicant
Guangzhou Berrcom Medical Device Co., Ltd.
Product Code
FLL · General Hospital
Decision Date
Feb 18, 2022
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 880.2910
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Pediatric
Indications for Use
The Ear Thermometer is intended for the intermittent measurement of body temperature from the auditory canal or central forehead skin surface on people of all ages. It is a non-contact method for forehead measurement, the recommended measurement distance is 0cm to 3cm. The Ear Thermometer can be used by consumers in the household environment and by healthcare providers.
Device Story
Hand-held, battery-powered infrared thermometer; measures body temperature via infrared energy radiated from ear tympanum or forehead. User points device at forehead (0-3cm distance) or inserts into ear; infrared sensor captures energy; internal circuitry processes signal; digital temperature displayed on LCD. Features include Fahrenheit/Celsius toggle, 10-measurement memory, three-color backlight (red/orange/green), buzzer mute/unmute, and 75-second auto-off. Used by consumers at home or healthcare providers in clinics. Output provides immediate temperature reading to assist in fever monitoring and clinical decision-making.
Clinical Evidence
Clinical accuracy validation conducted per ISO 80601-2-56:2017+AMD2018. Study design: randomized, simple blind, homologous control, pairing design. Sample size: 150 subjects (50 infants, 50 children, 50 adults). Primary endpoints: clinical bias and clinical repeatability. Results met all acceptance criteria of the clinical validation protocol.
Technological Characteristics
Hand-held infrared thermometer; thermopile sensor; DC 3V (2x AAA batteries). Materials: ABS and PC. Dimensions: 126x35x45mm; Weight: 66g. Connectivity: None. IP Class: IP22. Standards: ISO 80601-2-56, ASTM E1965-98, IEC 60601-1, IEC 60601-1-2, IEC 60601-1-11. Software level of concern: Moderate.
Indications for Use
Indicated for intermittent body temperature measurement via auditory canal or central forehead skin surface in people of all ages (infants, children, adults). Suitable for household and clinical use.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A clinical electronic thermometer is a device used to measure the body temperature of a patient by means of a transducer coupled with an electronic signal amplification, conditioning, and display unit. The transducer may be in a detachable probe with or without a disposable cover.
Special Controls
(1) Device is not a clinical thermometer with telethermographic functions;
(2) Device is not a clinical thermometer with continuous temperature measurement functions; and
(3) Appropriate analysis and testing (such as that outlined in the currently FDA-recognized editions, as appropriate, of ISO 80601-2-56, “Medical electrical equipment—Part 2-56: Particular requirements for basic safety and essential performance of clinical thermometers for body temperature measurement,” or ASTM E1965, “Standard Specification for Infrared Thermometers for Intermittent Determination of Patient Temperature,” or ASTM E1112, “Standard Specification for Electronic Thermometer for Intermittent Determination of Patient Temperature,” or ASTM E1104, “Standard Specification for Clinical Thermometer Probe Covers and Sheaths”) must validate specifications and performance of the device.
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February 18, 2022
Guangzhou Berrcom Medical Device Co., Ltd. % Yoyo Chen Senior Consultant Shenzhen Joyantech Consulting Co.,Ltd. 1713A, 17th Floor, Block A, Zhongguan Times Square, Liuxian Avenue, Xili Town, Nanshan District Shenzhen, Guangdong 518000 China
Re: K213079
Trade/Device Name: Ear Thermometer, Model ET001 Regulation Number: 21 CFR 880.2910 Regulation Name: Clinical Electronic Thermometer Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: FLL Dated: January 12, 2022 Received: January 18, 2022
Dear Yoyo Chen:
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. Although this letter refers to your product as a device, please be aware that some cleared products may instead be combination products. The 510(k) Premarket Notification Database located at https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfpmn/pmn.cfm identifies combination product submissions. 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.
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Sincerely.
Payal Patel Assistant Director DHT3C: Division of Drug Delivery and General Hospital Devices, and Human Factors OHT3: Office of GastroRenal, ObGyn, General Hospital and Urology Devices Office of Product Evaluation and Quality Center for Devices and Radiological Health
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# Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K213079
Device Name Ear Thermometer, Model: ET001
#### Indications for Use (Describe)
The Ear Thermometer is intended for the intermittent measurement of body temperature from the auditory canal or central forehead skin surface on people of all ages. It is a non-contact method for forehead measurement, the recommended measurement distance is 0cm. The Ear Thermometer can be used by consumers in the household environment and by healthcare providers.
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
| | Own-Time Recreation Use (36 CFR 211 Subpart B) |
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| | Commercial Use (36 CFR 251 Subpart B) |
| | 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 - K213079
This summary of 510(K) safety and effectiveness information is submitted As Required by requirements of SMDA and 21 CFR §807.92.
# 1. Administrative Information
| Submission Date | January 12, 2022 |
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| Manufacturer<br>information | Guangzhou Berrcom Medical Device Co., Ltd.<br>Address:<br>No.38 Huanzhen Xi Road, Dagang Town, Nansha, 511470,<br>Guangzhou, Guangdong, PEOPLE'S REPUBLIC OF CHINA<br>Contact person: Zhigang Du<br>TEL: +86(20)34938449<br>E-Mail: dube888@berrcom.com |
| Submission<br>Correspondent | Shenzhen Joyantech Consulting Co., Ltd.<br>1713A, 17th Floor, Block A, Zhongguan Times Square, Liuxian<br>Avenue, Xili Town, Nanshan District, Shenzhen, Guangdong<br>Province, China.<br>Contact person: Ms.Yoyo Chen<br>E-Mail: yoyo@cefda.com; field@cefda.com<br>Image: Logo |
| Establishment<br>registration number | 3008395508 |
### 2. Device Information
| Type of 510(k) Submission: | Traditional |
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| Device Name: | Ear Thermometer |
| Model: | ET001 |
| Classification Name: | Clinical Electronic Thermometer (Infrared Thermometer) |
| Review Panel: | General Hospital |
| Device Class: | 2 |
| Regulation Number: | 880.2910 |
| Product Code: | FLL |
## 3. Predicate Device
| Manufacturer: | Guangzhou Berrcom Medical Device Co., Ltd. |
|---------------|--------------------------------------------|
| Device Name: | Infrared Thermometer Model MD-H30 |
| Model: | MD-H30 |
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#### 4. Device Description
The Ear Thermometer, model of ET001 is a hand-held, battery powered infrared thermometer. It is intended to measure the temperature of human body from ear or forehead. The infrared sensor contained in the device can monitor the energy radiated from the human ear tympanum and forehead. The device can analyze and processes the signal transmitted by the infrared sensor, and finally displays it on the screen in digital form to achieve the measurement of human body temperature. People of all ages in household environment and doctors in clinic as reference are suitable for using the device.
It has the following features:
- 1) Forehead and ear temperature measurement.
- 2) Fahrenheit and Celsius temperature unit setting.
- Display resolution is 0.1°C (0.1°F); 3)
- 4) Memorize the latest 10 measurement data;
- Three color backlight display (red, orange, green) 5)
- 6) Low battery indication.
- Prompt for Measurement completion. 7)
- 8) Buzzer feature setting (mute or unmute)
- 9) Turn off automatically after 75 seconds of inactivity.
#### 5. Intended Use/Indications for Use
The Ear Thermometer is intended for the intermittent measurement of body temperature from the auditory canal or central forehead skin surface on people of all ages. It is a noncontact measurement method for forehead measurement, the recommended measurement distance is 0cm to 3cm. The Ear Thermometer can be used by consumers in the household environment and by healthcare providers.
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#### Comparison with predicate device 6.
| Items | Subject Devices<br>(K213079) | Predicate Device<br>(K191570) | Comments |
|----------------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|----------------|
| Product Code | FLL | FLL | Same |
| Regulation number | 880.2910 | 880.2910 | Same |
| Manufacturer | Guangzhou Berrcom Medical<br>Device Co., Ltd. | Guangzhou Berrcom Medical<br>Device Co., Ltd. | Same |
| Indications for use | The Ear Thermometer is intended for<br>the intermittent measurement of body<br>temperature from the auditory canal or<br>central forehead skin surface on<br>people of all ages. It is a non-contact<br>measurement method for forehead<br>measurement, the recommended<br>measurement distance is 0cm to 3cm.<br>The Ear Thermometer can be used by<br>consumers in the household<br>environment and by healthcare<br>providers. | The infrared thermometer is<br>intended for the intermittent<br>measurement of body<br>temperature from the auditory<br>canal or central forehead skin<br>surface on people of all ages. It<br>can be used by consumers in<br>the household environment and<br>by healthcare providers. | Same |
| Thermometer type | Digital thermometer | Digital thermometer | Same |
| Sensor | Thermopile | Thermopile | Same |
| Operational principle | Infrared radiation detection | Infrared radiation detection | Same |
| Measurement mode | Adjusted mode | Adjusted mode | Same |
| Measurement reference<br>body site | Axilla | Axilla | Same |
| Measurement method | Non-contact Type | Non-contact Type | Same |
| Measurement distance<br>of forehead<br>measurement | 0cm to 3cm | 0cm to 3cm | Same |
| Patient population | People of all ages | People of all ages | Same |
| RX/OTC Use | OTC | OTC | Same |
| Display type | LCD | LCD | Same |
| Measurement site | Forehead and ear | Forehead and ear | Same |
| Measurement Range | Ear & Forehead:<br>32.0°C ~ 43.0°C<br>(89.6°F ~ 109.4°F) | Ear & Forehead: 32.0°C~43°C<br>(89.6°F~109.4°F) | Same |
| Measurement accuracy | 32.0°C~ 34.9°C(89.6°F~94.8°F) :<br>$±0.3°C(±0.5°F)$<br><br>35.0°C~ 42.0°C(95°F~107.6°F):<br>$±0.2°C(±0.4°F)$ ;<br><br>42.1°C~ 43.0°C(107.8°F~109.4°F ):<br>$+0.3°C(+0.5°F)$ | $±0.4°F (0.2°C)$ within<br>95~107.6°F (35~42°C),<br>$±0.5°F (0.3°C)$ for other range. | Same |
| Items | Subject Devices<br>(K213079) | Predicate Device<br>(K191570) | Comments |
| Display resolution | 0.1°C (0.1°F) | 0.1°C (0.1°F) | Same |
| Power supply | DC 3V (2pcs AAA batteries) | DC 3V (2pcs AAA batteries) | Same |
| Measurement time | 1 second | 1 second | Same |
| Measurement data<br>memories | 10sets | 20 sets | SE<br>(Note 1) |
| Beeper setting | Yes | Yes | Same |
| Backlight | Yes | Yes | Same |
| Auto-off time | 75s | 30s | SE<br>(Note 2) |
| Audible alert | Yes | Yes | Same |
| Use of probe covers | No | No | Same |
| Operation Condition | Temperature: 10°C~40°C<br>Relative Humidity: ≤85%,<br>Atmospheric Pressure: 70kPa~106kPa | Temperature: 10°C~40°C<br>Relative Humidity: ≤85%<br>Atmospheric Pressure: 70kPa~106kPa | Same |
| Storage and<br>transportation condition | Temperature: -20°C~55°C<br>Relative Humidity: ≤95%RH,<br>noncondensing<br>Atmospheric Pressure: 70kpa~106kpa | Temperature: -20°C~55°C<br>Relative Humidity: ≤95%RH,<br>Atmospheric Pressure: 70kpa~106kpa | Same |
| IP Class | IP22 | IP22 | Same |
| Materials of skin-<br>contacting components | ABS, PC | ABS | SE<br>(Note 3) |
| Physical Dimensions | 126×35×45mm (L x W x H) | 156mm*46mm*48mm(L x W x H) | SE<br>(Note 3) |
| Weight | 66g | 77g | SE<br>(Note 3) |
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#### Note 1: Measurement data memories
The subject device meets the basic safety requirement of IEC 60601-1:2005+AMD 1: 2012, IEC 60601-1-11, IEC 80601-2-56 and ASTM E1965-98. The difference does not raise any issues on the device safety and effectiveness.
#### Note 2: Auto-off time
Although the time of auto-off time will longer than predicate device, but both of subject devices and predicate device are meet the basic safety requirement of IEC 60601-1:2005+AMD 1: 2012, and IEC 60601-1-11. The difference does not raise any issues on the device safety and effectiveness.
Note 3: Materials of skin-contacting components, Physical Dimensions, and weight
The biocompatibility tests have conducted on the subject device to demonstrate that the subject device did not have any potential toxicity, skin sensitization and skin irritation during
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use. Otherwise, the subject device has passed the electrical safety tests in according to IEC 60601-1-2, IEC 60601-1, and IEC 60601-1-11 to demonstration that the subject device could be as safe as the predicate device in the intended use environment, and the performance testing shows that the subject device complies with performance standard ISO80601-2-56 and ASTM E1965-98. The difference does not raise any issues on the device safety and effectiveness.
# 7. Non-Clinical Test Summary
# 7.1. Electromagnetic Compatibility and Electrical Safety Test
The subject device meets the following standards:
- ANSI AAMI ES60601-1:2005/(R)2012 and A1:2012, C1:2009/(R)2012 and 1) A2:2010/(R)2012 Medical electrical equipment - Part 1: General requirements for basic safety and essential performance
- 2) IEC 60601-1-2:2014 Medical electrical equipment - Part 1-2: General requirements for basic safety and essential performance - Collateral Standard: Electromagnetic disturbances - Requirements and tests
- 3) IEC 60601-1-11:2015 Medical electrical equipment - Part 1-11: General requirements for basic safety and essential performance - Collateral Standard: Requirements for medical electrical equipment and medical electrical systems used in the home healthcare environment
## 7.2. Biocompatibility Test
The subject device has passed biocompatibility tests in according to following standards.
- ISO 10993-5:2009 Biological evaluation of medical devices Part 5: Tests for in vitro 1) cytotoxicity
- 2) ISO 10993-10:2010 Biological evaluation of medical devices - Part 10: Tests for irritation and skin sensitization
## 7.3. Performance Test-Bench
The subject device has passed performance tests in according to following standards.
- ISO 80601-2-56:2017+AMD2018 Medical electrical equipment Part 2-56: Particular 1) requirements for basic safety and essential performance of clinical thermometers for body temperature measurement
- 2) ASTM E1965-98 (Reapproved 2016) Standard Specification for Infrared Thermometers for Intermittent Determination of Patient Temperature
# 7.4. Software Verification and Validation
Software documentation consistent with moderate level of concern was submitted in this 510(k). System validation testing presented in this 510(k) demonstrated that all software requirement specifications are met, and all software hazards have been mitigated to acceptable risk levels.
# 8. Clinical Accuracy Validation
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linical accuracy validation was conducted in according to ISO 80601-2-56:2017+AMD2018. This clinical study is a randomization, simple blind homologous control, pairing design of clinical investigation, consisting of 150 subjects, of which 50 subjects are infants, 50 subjects are children, and the rest 50 subjects are adults (NOTE: Infants---newborn to one year; Children-- greater than one to five years; Adults---greater than five years old.). The clinical validation results demonstrated that the clinical data, represented by clinical bias and clinical repeatability met the acceptance criteria of the clinical validation protocol.
# 9. Conclusion
The Ear Thermometer (Model: ET001) is substantially equivalent to the Infrared Thermometer Model MD-H30 cleared under K191570. This conclusion is based upon comparison on intended use, technological characteristics and applicable safety standards. Any difference in the technological characteristics do not raise any new issues or concerns of safety or effectiveness.
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