Non Sterile Nitrile Powder Free Examination Gloves – Blue,Green, and Black
K220121 · Aamedix Glove Sdn Bhd · LZA · Apr 11, 2022 · General Hospital
Device Facts
Record ID
K220121
Device Name
Non Sterile Nitrile Powder Free Examination Gloves – Blue,Green, and Black
Applicant
Aamedix Glove Sdn Bhd
Product Code
LZA · General Hospital
Decision Date
Apr 11, 2022
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 880.6250
Device Class
Class 1
Indications for Use
A powder-free patient examination glove is a disposable device intended for medical purposes that is worn on the examiner's hand or finger to prevent contamination between patient and examiner.
Device Story
Disposable, non-sterile, powder-free nitrile examination gloves; worn by clinicians on hands/fingers to provide barrier protection; prevents cross-contamination between patient and examiner. Available in blue, green, and black colors; sizes small through extra-large. Manufactured from carboxylated butadiene acrylonitrile. Used in clinical settings; intended for single use. Protects examiner from patient contaminants and vice versa.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. No clinical data. Performance evaluated against ASTM D6319 (dimensions, physical properties, powder content) and ASTM D5151 (watertight/freedom from holes). Biocompatibility testing performed per ISO 10993-10 (irritation/sensitization) and ISO 10993-11 (acute systemic toxicity). All results met established acceptance criteria.
Technological Characteristics
Material: Carboxylated butadiene acrylonitrile. Form factor: Disposable, non-sterile, powder-free examination glove. Sizes: S, M, L, XL. Colors: Blue, Green, Black. Standards: ASTM D6319 (physical properties/dimensions), ASTM D5151 (watertightness). Biocompatibility: ISO 10993-10, ISO 10993-11.
Indications for Use
Indicated for use as a disposable, non-sterile, powder-free patient examination glove worn on the examiner's hand or finger to prevent contamination between patient and examiner.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A non-powdered patient examination glove is a disposable device intended for medical purposes that is worn on the examiner's hand or finger to prevent contamination between patient and examiner. A non-powdered patient examination glove does not incorporate powder for purposes other than manufacturing. The final finished glove includes only residual powder from manufacturing.
Predicate Devices
Non Sterile, Powder Free Nitrile Examination Gloves - Orange, Green, Blue and Violet Color (K143289)
Submission Summary (Full Text)
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April 11, 2022
AAMedix Glove Sdn Bhd Annette Schaps Regulatory Consultant Unit 19D, Level 19, No.16, Persiaran Setia Dagang Bander Setia Alam, 40170 Shah Alam Selanger Darul Ehsan, 40170 Malaysia
Re: K220121
Trade/Device Name: Non Sterile Nitrile Powder Free Examination Gloves - Blue,Green, and Black Regulation Number: 21 CFR 880.6250 Regulation Name: Non-Powdered Patient Examination Glove Regulatory Class: Class I, reserved Product Code: LZA Dated: January 13, 2022 Received: January 18, 2022
Dear Annette Schaps:
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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Clarence W. Murray, III, PhD Assistant Director DHT4B: Division of Infection Control and Plastic Surgery Devices OHT4: Office of Surgical and Infection Control Devices Office of Product Evaluation and Quality Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES Food and Drug Administration
#### Indications for Use
Form Approved: OMB No. 0910-0120 Expiration Date: 06/30/2023 See PRA Statement below.
510(k) Number (if known)
K220121
Device Name NON STERILE NITRILE POWDER FREE EXAMINATION GLOVES - BLUE, GREEN AND BLACK
Indications for Use (Describe)
A powder-free patient examination glove is a disposable device intended for medical purposes that is worn on the examiner's hand or finger to prevent contamination between patient and examiner.
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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# AAMedix Glove Sdn Bhd NON STERILE NITRILE POWDER FREE EXAMINATION GLOVES – BLUE, GREEN AND BLACK
# 510(K) Summary
## 510K SUMMARY
Date of Summary Prepared: March 23, 2022
510K Number: K220121
- 1. Applicant : AAMedix Glove Sdn Bhd
| Address | : Unit 19D, Level 19 |
|---------|---------------------------------------|
| | No. 16 Persiaran Setia Dagang |
| | Bandar Setia Alam |
| | 40170 Shah Alam, Selanger Darul Ehsan |
| | MALAYSIA |
| Tel | : 03-33592650 |
| Fax | : 03-33592657 |
| E-mails | : anson@aamedix-glove.com |
Official Correspondence: Annette Schaps
- 2. Device Name: Non Sterile Nitrile Powder Free Examination Gloves Blue, Green And Black color.
Trade Name: Non Sterile Nitrile Powder Free Examination Gloves – Blue, Green and Black color.
Common Name: Nitrile Examination Gloves
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#### 3. Regulatory Information
| Classification Name | Nitrile Powder Free Examination Gloves |
|---------------------|----------------------------------------|
| Classification | Class I |
| Product Code | LZA |
| Regulation Number | 21 CFR 880.6250 |
#### 4. Predicate Device
| 510K Number | : K143289- YTY Industry (Manjung) Sdn. Bhd. |
|-------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Device Name | : Non Sterile, Powder Free Nitrile Examination Gloves -<br>Orange, Green, Blue and Violet Color. |
#### 5. Intended Use
A powder-free patient examination glove is a disposable device intended for medical purposes that is worn on the examiner's hand or finger to prevent contamination between patient and examiner.
#### 6. Description
The Powder Free Nitrile Examination Gloves are non sterile, single use, and disposable. These gloves are available in Blue, Green, and Black colors. This device is to protect the examiner and prevent contamination between patient and the examiner when properly worn. The sizes of the gloves are Small, Medium, Large and X-Large. Non Sterile Nitrile Powder Free Examination Gloves meet all current specifications listed under ASTM Specifications D6319.
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| Summary of Comparison and Technological Characteristic | | | |
|--------------------------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|------------|
| Table 1 - General Comparison | | | |
| | SUBJECT DEVICE:<br>K220121 | PREDICATE DEVICE:<br>K143289 | Comparison |
| Company Name | AAMedix Glove Sdn Bhd | YTY INDUSTRY<br>(MANJUNG) SDN. BHD | |
| Product Name | Non Sterile, Powder Free<br>Nitrile Examination<br>Gloves-BLUE, GREEN AND<br>BLACK | Non Sterile, Powder Free<br>Nitrile Examination<br>Gloves-Orange, Green,<br>Blue and Violet Color | |
| Available Colors | Blue, Green and Black | Blue, Green and Others | Similar |
| Available Sizes | Small, Medium, Large and<br>X-Large | Not specified but data<br>provided on Medium | Similar |
| Indications for Use | A powder free patient<br>examination glove is a<br>disposable device<br>intended for medical<br>purposes that is worn on<br>the examiner's hand or<br>finger to prevent<br>contamination between<br>patient and examiner. | A patient examination<br>gloves is a disposable<br>device intended for<br>medical purpose that is<br>worn on the examiner's<br>hand or finger to prevent<br>contamination between<br>patient and examiner. | Similar |
| MATERIALS | Carboxylated Butadiene<br>Acrylonitrile as base<br>material | Carboxylated Butadiene<br>Acrylonitrile as base<br>material | Same |
| DIMENSIONS | Meets ASTM D6319<br>Criteria | Meets ASTM D6319<br>Criteria | Same |
| PHYSICAL<br>PROPERTIES | Meets ASTM D6319<br>Criteria | Meets ASTM D6319<br>Criteria | Same |
| FREEDOM FROM<br>HOLES/Watertight | Meets ASTM<br>D6319/ASTM D5151<br>Criteria | Meets ASTM D5151<br>Criteria | Same |
| POWDER<br>FREE/Residual Powder | Meets ASTM D6319<br>Criteria | Meets ASTM D6319<br>Criteria | Same |
| BIOCOMPATABILITY | Per ISO 10993-10: Non-<br>irritant (Response<br>Category is Negligible)<br>and Non-sensitizer (No<br>sensitization)<br><br>Per ISO 10993-11: Acute<br>Systemic Toxicity; No<br>toxic effects | Per ISO 10993-10: Non-<br>irritant and<br>Non-sensitizer | Same |
| Product Common<br>Name | Non sterile Nitrile Powder<br>Free Examination Gloves | Non sterile Nitrile Powder<br>Free Examination Gloves | Same |
| Product Code/Class | LZA | LZA | Same |
| | Class I<br>(21 CFR 880.6250) | Class I<br>(21 CFR 880.6250) | |
| Sterility/Use | Non-Sterile/Single Use | Non-Sterile/Single Use | Same |
| OTC Use | Yes | Yes | Same |
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| Table 2 Specifications and Performance Test Results Comparison | | | | |
|----------------------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------|---------------------|
| | SUBJECT DEVICE:<br>K220121<br>AAMedix Glove<br>Sdn Bhd | PREDICATE DEVICE:<br>K143289<br>YTY INDUSTRY<br>(MANJUNG) SDN.<br>BHD | Comparison | |
| Glove Color/Size | BLUE/Medium | BLUE/Medium | | |
| DIMENSION | ASTM D6319<br>Accept Criteria | | | |
| Overall Length | 230 mm<br>Minimum | 240-246 mm | 240-250 mm | Same |
| Width | 95 +/-10 mm | 95-98 mm | 95-99 mm | Same |
| Palm Thickness | 0.05 mm<br>Minimum | 0.06-0.06 mm | 0.05-0.06 mm | Same |
| Finger thickness | 0.05 mm<br>Minimum | 0.09-0.10 mm | 0.09-0.10 mm | Same |
| PHYSICAL PROPERTIES | | | | |
| Tensile Strength (before aging) | 14 MPa,<br>Minimum | 25.9-32.0 MPa | 28.46-33.44 MPa | Same |
| Tensile Strength (after aging) | 14 MPa,<br>Minimum | 25.4-34.0 MPa | 29.76-34.18 MPa | Same |
| Ultimate Elongation (before aging) | 500 %<br>Minimum | 500-540 % | 520-580 % | Same |
| Ultimate Elongation (after aging) | 400 %<br>Minimum | 480-520 % | 440-520 % | Same |
| FREEDOM FROM<br>HOLES/Watertight | Per ASTM<br>D5151-06<br>(2011) | Holes Found: 0 | Holes found: 0<br>(Accept 1, Reject 7) | Same |
| Pinhole AQL | Inspection<br>Level G-1;<br>AQL=2.5 | Inspection Level G-<br>1; AQL=2.5 | Inspection Level G-<br>1; AQL=2.5 | Same |
| POWDER<br>FREE/Residual<br>Powder | Residue limit<br>of 2.0<br>mg/glove | 0.70 mg/glove | 0.20 mg/glove | Same |
| | ASTM D6319<br>Requirement | BLUE Gloves | GREEN Gloves | BLACK Gloves |
| DIMENSIONS | | | | |
| Overall Length | | | | |
| -Small | 220 mm minimum | Pass (242-253 mm) | Pass (237-243 mm) | Pass (239-248 mm) |
| -Medium | 230 mm minimum | Pass (240-246 mm) | Pass (240-247 mm) | Pass (244-251 mm) |
| -Large | 230 mm minimum | Pass (245-255 mm) | Pass (240-247 mm) | Pass (243-251 mm) |
| -X large | 230 mm minimum | Pass (243-253 mm) | Pass (240-250 mm) | Pass (241-277 mm) |
| Width | | | | |
| -Small | 80 +/-10 mm | Pass (85-87 mm) | Pass (86-88 mm) | Pass (85-86 mm) |
| -Medium | 95 +/-10 mm | Pass (95-98 mm) | Pass (95-96 mm) | Pass (95-97 mm) |
| -Large | 110 +/-10 mm | Pass (106-109 mm) | Pass (106-106 mm) | Pass (105-106 mm) |
| -X large | 120 +/-10 mm | Pass (113-115 mm) | Pass (114-116 mm) | Pass (115-115 mm) |
| Palm Thickness | | | | |
| -Small | 0.05 mm<br>minimum | Pass (0.06-0.07 mm) | Pass (0.12-0.14 mm) | Pass (0.07-0.08 mm) |
| -Medium | 0.05 mm<br>minimum | Pass (0.06-0.06 mm) | Pass (0.13-0.13 mm) | Pass (0.07-0.07 mm) |
| -Large | 0.05 mm<br>minimum | Pass (0.05-0.07 mm) | Pass (0.11-0.13 mm) | Pass (0.07-0.07 mm) |
| -X large | 0.05 mm<br>minimum | Pass (0.06-0.06 mm) | Pass (0.12-0.13 mm) | Pass (0.06-0.07 mm) |
| Finger thickness | | | | |
| -Small | 0.05 mm<br>minimum | Pass (0.09-0.11 mm) | Pass (0.15-0.17 mm) | Pass (0.11-0.13 mm) |
| -Medium | 0.05 mm<br>minimum | Pass (0.09-0.10 mm) | Pass (0.15-0.18 mm) | Pass (0.11-0.13 mm) |
| -Large | 0.05 mm<br>minimum | Pass (0.10-0.11 mm) | Pass (0.15-0.16 mm) | Pass (0.11-0.13 mm) |
| -X large | 0.05 mm<br>minimum | Pass (0.10-0.11 mm) | Pass (0.15-0.16 mm) | Pass (0.11-0.14 mm) |
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## Summary of Nonclinical Testing:
## Table 3 Summary of Device Specifications and Performance Results
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| | ASTM D6319<br>Requirement | BLUE Gloves | GREEN Gloves | BLACK Gloves |
|---------------------|------------------------------------|----------------------|----------------------|----------------------|
| PHYSICAL PROPERTIES | | | | |
| | Tensile Strength (Before Aging) | | | |
| -Small | 14 MPa minimum | Pass (25.2-31.9 MPa) | Pass (24.1-34.1 MPa) | Pass (33.5-41.2 MPa) |
| -Medium | 14 MPa minimum | Pass (25.9-32.0 MPa) | Pass (25.9-32.0 MPa) | Pass (34.3-46.5 MPa) |
| -Large | 14 MPa minimum | Pass (23.9-34.3 MPa) | Pass (21.2-28.8 MPa) | Pass (31.6-42.2 MPa) |
| -X large | 14 MPa minimum | Pass (28.2-39.2 MPa) | Pass (19.6-29.9 MPa) | Pass (25.2-43.5 MPa) |
| | Tensile Strength (After Aging) | | | |
| -Small | 14 MPa minimum | Pass (25.6-34.9 MPa) | Pass (24.4-38.1 MPa) | Pass (25.7-43.5 MPa) |
| -Medium | 14 MPa minimum | Pass (25.4-34.0 MPa) | Pass (24.8-32.3 MPa) | Pass (34.7-45.8 MPa) |
| -Large | 14 MPa minimum | Pass (24.0-37.4 MPa) | Pass (20.7-33.9 MPa) | Pass (35.1-43.0 MPa) |
| -X large | 14 MPa minimum | Pass (33.2-40.2 MPa) | Pass (21.6-32.1 MPa) | Pass (24.7-44.8 MPa) |
| | Ultimate Elongation (Before Aging) | | | |
| -Small | 500% minimum | Pass (500-540%) | Pass (500-580%) | Pass (540-600%) |
| -Medium | 500% minimum | Pass (500-540%) | Pass (500-560%) | Pass (520-600%) |
| -Large | 500% minimum | Pass (500-560%) | Pass (500-580%) | Pass (520-600%) |
| -X large | 500% minimum | Pass (500-560%) | Pass (540-580%) | Pass (460-540%) |
| | Ultimate Elongation (After Aging) | | | |
| -Small | 400% minimum | Pass (480-520%) | Pass (460-540%) | Pass (540-580%) |
| -Medium | 400% minimum | Pass (480-520%) | Pass (460-540%) | Pass (520-600%) |
| -Large | 400% minimum | Pass (480-520%) | Pass (480-560%) | Pass (520-560%) |
| -X large | 400% minimum | Pass (480-520%) | Pass (500-560%) | Pass (440-520%) |
| | ASTM D6319 Requirement | BLUE Gloves | GREEN Gloves | BLACK Gloves |
|-----------------------------------------|-------------------------------|----------------|----------------|----------------|
| FREEDOM FROM HOLES (Pinhole Inspection) | | | | |
| -Small | AQL=2.5; Accept on 10 (n=200) | Pass (Found=1) | Pass (Found=0) | Pass (Found=2) |
| -Medium | AQL=2.5; Accept on 7 (n=200) | Pass (Found=0) | Pass (Found=0) | Pass (Found=0) |
| -Large | AQL=2.5; Accept on 10 (n=200) | Pass (Found=1) | Pass (Found=1) | Pass (Found=0) |
| -X Large | AQL=2.5; Accept on 10 (n=200) | Pass (Found=0) | Pass (Found=6) | Pass (Found=1) |
| | ASTM D6319<br>Requirement | BLUE Gloves | GREEN Gloves | BLACK Gloves |
|----------|-----------------------------------|--------------------------------------|--------------------------------------|--------------------------------------|
| | POWDER FREE/Powder Content | | | |
| -Small | does not exceed 2<br>mg per glove | Pass (Average: 0.36<br>mg per glove) | Pass (Average: 0.18<br>mg per glove) | Pass (Average: 0.04<br>mg per glove) |
| -Medium | Does not exceed<br>2 mg per glove | Pass (Average: 0.70<br>mg per glove) | Pass (Average: 0.10<br>mg per glove) | Pass (Average: 0.06<br>mg per glove) |
| -Large | Does not exceed<br>2 mg per glove | Pass (Average: 0.30<br>mg per glove) | Pass (Average: 0.16<br>mg per glove) | Pass (Average: 0.04<br>mg per glove) |
| -X Large | Does not exceed<br>2 mg per glove | Pass (Average: 1.02<br>mg per glove) | Pass (Average: 0.24<br>mg per glove) | Pass (Average: 0.10<br>mg per glove) |
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#### 7. Conclusion
The conclusions drawn from the nonclinical tests demonstrate that the device, AAMedix Glove Sdn Bhd NON STERILE NITRILE POWDER FREE EXAMINATION GLOVES – BLUE, GREEN AND BLACK , is as safe, as effective, and performs as well as or better than the legally marketed device, YTY INDUSTRY (MANJUNG) SDN. BHD Non Sterile, Powder Free Nitrile Examination Gloves- Orange, Green, Blue and Violet Color (cleared per 510(K) K143289).
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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.