K220520 · Pm Excellence, LLC · FXX · Dec 15, 2022 · General, Plastic Surgery
Device Facts
Record ID
K220520
Device Name
PM Excellence SEQUR 100 Surgical Face Mask
Applicant
Pm Excellence, LLC
Product Code
FXX · General, Plastic Surgery
Decision Date
Dec 15, 2022
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 878.4040
Device Class
Class 2
Indications for Use
The PM Excellence SEQUR 100 Surgical Face Masks (for single use only) are indicated as protective nose and mouth covering for healthcare workers and patients. These face masks are intended for use in infection control practices as well as any medical or surgical procedure or situations where there is a risk of exposure to microorganism, body fluid, and particulate materials.
Device Story
The PM Excellence SEQUR 100 is a single-use, disposable, pleated 3-ply surgical face mask. It consists of an outer hydrophobic nonwoven polypropylene spunbond layer, a middle meltblown polypropylene filter layer, and an inner nonwoven polypropylene spunbond layer. The mask features soft, latex-free polyester elastic earloops and a malleable polyethylene-coated steel wire nose piece. It is intended for use by healthcare workers and patients in clinical settings to provide a physical barrier against microorganisms, body fluids, and particulates. The device is provided non-sterile and is used as a standard infection control measure. It does not involve electronic components, software, or automated processing.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data. Bench testing only. Performance testing included Bacterial Filtration Efficiency (ASTM F2101), Differential Pressure (EN 14683:2019), Particle Filtration Efficiency (ASTM F2299), Flammability (16 CFR 1610), Biocompatibility (ISO 10993), and Synthetic Blood Penetration (ASTM F1862). Results met all acceptance criteria.
Technological Characteristics
3-ply pleated mask. Materials: Outer layer (35 gsm hydrophobic PP spunbond), middle layer (30 gsm PP meltblown filter), inner layer (30 gsm PP spunbond). Components: Polyester elastic earloops, polyethylene-coated steel nose wire. Non-sterile. No energy source or software.
Indications for Use
Indicated for healthcare workers and patients as a protective nose and mouth covering to reduce exposure to microorganisms, body fluids, and particulate materials during medical or surgical procedures.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
Surgical apparel are devices that are intended to be worn by operating room personnel during surgical procedures to protect both the surgical patient and the operating room personnel from transfer of microorganisms, body fluids, and particulate material. Examples include surgical caps, hoods, masks, gowns, operating room shoes and shoe covers, and isolation masks and gowns. Surgical suits and dresses, commonly known as scrub suits, are excluded.
Special Controls
*Classification.* (1) Class II (special controls) for surgical gowns and surgical masks. A surgical N95 respirator or N95 filtering facepiece respirator is not exempt if it is intended to prevent specific diseases or infections, or it is labeled or otherwise represented as filtering surgical smoke or plumes, filtering specific amounts of viruses or bacteria, reducing the amount of and/or killing viruses, bacteria, or fungi, or affecting allergenicity, or it contains coating technologies unrelated to filtration (e.g., to reduce and or kill microorganisms). Surgical N95 respirators and N95 filtering facepiece respirators are exempt from the premarket notification procedures in subpart E of part 807 of this chapter subject to § 878.9, and the following conditions for exemption:(i) The user contacting components of the device must be demonstrated to be biocompatible.
(ii) Analysis and nonclinical testing must:
(A) Characterize flammability and be demonstrated to be appropriate for the intended environment of use; and
(B) Demonstrate the ability of the device to resist penetration by fluids, such as blood and body fluids, at a velocity consistent with the intended use of the device.
(iii) NIOSH approved under its regulation.
(2) Class I (general controls) for surgical apparel other than surgical gowns and surgical masks. The class I device is exempt from the premarket notification procedures in subpart E of part 807 of this chapter subject to § 878.9.
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December 15, 2022
PM Excellence LLC Nina Bektic-Marrero Managing Director 2864 Wilson Avenue Bellmore, New York 11710
Re: K220520
Trade/Device Name: PM Excellence SEQUR 100 Surgical Face Mask Regulation Number: 21 CFR 878.4040 Regulation Name: Surgical Apparel Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: FXX Dated: December 12, 2022 Received: December 13, 2022
Dear Nina Bektic-Marrero:
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,
# Brent Showalter -S
Brent Showalter, Ph.D. Assistant Director DHT6B: Division of Spinal Devices OHT6: Office of Orthopedic Devices Office of Product Evaluation and Ouality Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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# Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K220520
Device Name
PM Excellence SEQUR 100 Surgical Face Mask
Indications for Use (Describe)
The PM Excellence SEQUR 100 Surgical Face Masks (for single use only) are indicated as protective nose and mouth covering for healthcare workers and patients. These face masks are intended for use in infection control practices as well as any medical or surgical procedure or situations where there is a risk of exposure to microorganism, body fluid, and particulate materials.
| Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable) | <table><tr><td></td><td>Drug Use, Compounded with FDA-bulk Substance(s)</td></tr><tr><td></td><td>Drug Use, Compounded with FDA-approved Drug(s)</td></tr></table> | | Drug Use, Compounded with FDA-bulk Substance(s) | | Drug Use, Compounded with FDA-approved Drug(s) |
|-------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|--|-------------------------------------------------|--|------------------------------------------------|
| | Drug Use, Compounded with FDA-bulk Substance(s) | | | | |
| | Drug Use, Compounded with FDA-approved Drug(s) | | | | |
| | Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
|X | Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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K220520 Page 1 of 6
### 510[k] Summary
### This Summary of 510(k) pre-market notification was prepared in accordance with the requirements of 21 CFR Part 807.92
Prepared Date: May 28,2022
### 1. Submitter Identification:
Name: PM Excellence, LLC Address: 2864 Wilson Avenue, Bellmore, NY 11710 Official Correspondent: Nina Bektic-Marrero Title: Managing Director E-mail: nina@mypmexcellence.com Telephone: +1(917) 640-7980
### 2. Regulatory Information:
Name of Device: Surgical Mask (single use only) Proprietary Name: PM Excellence SEQUR 100 Surgical Face Mask Panel: General Hospital Regulatory Class: Class II Classification Regulation Name: 21CFR 878.4040. Surgical Apparel Product Code: FXX Classification Name: Mask, Surgical Submission type: Traditional 510(k)
### 3. Primary Predicate Device Information:
Primary Predicate Device Manufacturer: Wellmien (Suzhou) Import and Export Trading Co., Ltd. Device: Surgical Face Mask 510(k) No.: K101000
#### Device Description: 4.
PM Excellence SEQUR 100 Surgical Face Mask (light blue) for single use only, are pleated 3ply masks that consist of the following materials: hydrophobic nonwoven PP (polypropylene) spunbond 35 gsm, 17.5cm, light blue (outer layer); nonwoven PP (poly propylene) spunbond 30gsm, 19.5cm, white (inner layer); and nonwoven PP (polypropylene) meltblown 30gsm, 17.5cm, white (middle filter layer). The PM Excellence SEQUR 100 Surgical Face Mask Light Blue also utilizes soft, latex-free elastic earloops and malleable wire nose piece. All the materials
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used in the construction of the PM Excellence SEQUR 100 Surgical Face Mask (light blue) are substantially equivalent to those used in currently marketed devices, including the primary predicate device K101000
### 5. Intended Use
The PM Excellence SEQUR 100 Surgical Face Masks (for single use only) are indicated as protective nose and mouth covering for healthcare workers and patients. These face masks are intended for use in infection control practices as well as any medical or surgical procedure or situations where there is a risk of exposure to microorganism, body fluid, and particulate materials.
### 6. Comparison to Primary Predicate Device:
PM Excellence SEQUR 100 Surgical Face Mask Light Blue for single use only, is compared with its primary predicate device: K101000, Surgical Face Mask by Wellmien (Suzhou) Import and Export Trading Co.. Ltd. The design, dimensions, material, and performance of both devices are very similar, and the two products are substantially equivalent in safety and effectiveness.
The only difference between the primary predicate device and the subject device is that the three layers of Polypropylene materials have very similar but not the same gsm (grams per square meter). It is important however to note that this difference does not raise any concerns regarding the safety and effectiveness of the subject device as evidenced by the test results for biocompatibility and performance.
| i. Comparison to the Primary Predicate Device | | |
|-----------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Description | Subject Device<br>K220520 (PM Excellence<br>SEQUR 100 Surgical Face<br>Mask) | Primary Predicate Device<br>K101000 Wellmien Surgical<br>Mask |
| Applicant | PM Excellence, LLC | Wellmien (Suzhou) Import and<br>Export Trading Co., Ltd |
| Classification<br>Regulation | 21CFR 878.4040 | 21CRF 878.4040 |
| Classification,<br>Product Code | Class II,<br>FXX | Class II,<br>FXX |
| Common name | Surgical Face Mask | Surgical Face Mask |
| Indication for use | The PM Excellence SEQUR 100 Surgical Face Masks (for single use only) are indicated as protective nose and mouth covering for healthcare workers and patients. These face masks are intended for use in infection control practices as well as any medical or surgical procedure or situations where there is a risk of exposure to microorganism, body fluid, and particulate Materials. | The Surgical Face Masks are intended to be worn to protect both the patient and healthcare personnel from transfer of microorganisms, body fluids and particulate material. These face masks are intended for use in infection control practices to reduce the potential exposure to blood and body fluids. This is a single use, disposable device(s), provided non-sterile. |
| Model | Earloops, Flat Pleated, 3 layers | Earloops, Flat Pleated, 3 layers |
| Material | Outer layer: Nonwoven<br>Spunbond hydrophobic<br>Polypropylene Light Blue 35 gsm $\pm$ 2 gsm<br>Middle layer: Nonwoven Melt-blown polypropylene filter white 30 gsm $\pm$ 2 gsm<br>Inner layer: Nonwoven Spunbond<br>Polypropylene white 30 gsm $\pm$ 2 gsm<br>Nose wire: Polyethylene coated steel wire<br>Earloops: Polyester Elastic Non-Latex | Outer facing layer: Spunbond<br>Polypropylene Light Blue 33 gsm $\pm$ 2 gsm<br>Middle layer: Melt-blown polypropylene filter white 33 gsm $\pm$ 2 gsm<br>Inner facing layer: Spunbond<br>Polypropylene white 25 gsm $\pm$ 2 gsm<br>Nose wire: Polyethylene coated steel wire<br>Ear loops: Polyester |
| Color | Light Blue | Blue |
| Dimension (Width) | 17.5cm $\pm$ 0.2cm | 17.5cm $\pm$ 0.2cm |
| Dimension (Length) | 9.5 $\pm$ 0.2cm | 9.5 $\pm$ 0.2cm |
| Earloop Length | 16.0 cm $\pm$ 0.5 cm | 16.0 cm $\pm$ 0.5 cm |
| Nose Wire Length | 11.0 cm $\pm$ 0.5 cm | 11.0 cm $\pm$ 0.5 cm |
| OTC use | Yes | Yes |
| Sterility | Non-sterile | Non-sterile |
| Usage | Single use, disposable | Single use, disposable |
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| i. Comparison of Device Performance | | |
|---------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Performance<br>Testing | Subject Device (PM Excellence<br>SEQUR 100 Surgical Face<br>Mask) | Primary Predicate Device<br>(K101000) |
| Fluid<br>Resistance<br>Performance | 31 out of 32 pass at 160 mmHg | 32 out of 32 pass at 160 mmHg |
| Particle<br>Filtration<br>Efficiency | From 98.98% to 99.06% | 99.8% |
| Bacterial<br>Filtration<br>Efficiency | From 99.85% to 99.96% | 99.9% |
| Differential<br>Pressure (Delta<br>P) | 5.0 to 5.3 mmH2O/cm² | 3.7-4.0 mmH2O/cm² |
| Flammability | Class I | Class I |
| Biocompatibility | The subject device is non-cytotoxic, non- sensitizing and non-irritating. | Biocompatible. Under the condition of this study the device is non-cytotoxic, non-sensitizing and non-irritating. |
## ii. Discussion of non-clinical tests performed to determine substantial equivalence
The following non-clinical tests were performed to determine substantial equivalence. Tests were conducted following the recommended procedures outlined in the respective
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consensus standards. Test results met all relevant requirements in the test standards and are comparable to the primary predicate device.
- Bacterial filtration efficiency (BFE): ASTM F2101 (1)
- Differential Pressure (Delta P) EN 14683:2019 Annex C (2)
- Latex particle challenge (PFE): ASTM F2299-03 (3)
- Flammability: 16CFR 1610 (4)
- Biocompatibility: ISO10993 (5)
- Fluid Resistance Synthetic Blood Penetration: Resistant Test: ASTM F1862 (6)
More detail comparison of the design, technical, and performance characteristics to the primary predicate device are summarized in Section 11: Executive Summary and Primary Predicate Comparison.
- Discussion of Clinical Tests Performed 7.
Not applicable
#### 8. Conclusions
The PM Excellence SEQUR 100 Surgical Face Mask Light Blue for single use only have the same intended use, technological characteristics and performance effectiveness as the primary predicate device K101000. Furthermore, bench testing contained in this submission demonstrates that the technological characteristics do not raise any new questions of safety or effectiveness. PM Excellence SEOUR 100 Surgical Face Mask for single use only are substantially equivalent to the primary predicate device K101000.
### i.Compliance with Recognized Standards
PM Excellence, LLC hereby certifies that testinghas beenconducted in accordance with and has met the acceptance criteria specified in the table below, prior to the product being marketed.
| Test Method | Description | Acceptance Criteria |
|------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------|-------------------------------|
| ASTM F1862 | Resistance to Penetration by Synthetic Blood Level 3 160mmHg | 29 out of 32 pass at 160 mmHg |
| EN 14683: 2019 Annex C | Differential Pressure | < 6.0mmH2O/cm² |
| ASTM F2299 | Sub-Micron Particulate | ≥ 98% |
| BFE | Bacterial Filtration Efficiency | ≥ 98% |
| 16 CFR Part 1610 | Flammability | Class I |
| ISO 10993 | Cytotoxicity | Pass |
| ISO 10993-10 | Maximization Sensitization | Pass |
| ISO 10993-23 | Intracutaneous Study | Pass |
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### ii.Performance Data
The proposed devices were tested and conformed to the following standards and the requirements stated in the Guidance for Industry and FDA Staff: Surgical Masks – Premarket Notification [510(k)] Submission issued on March 5, 2004.
| Item | Proposed device | Acceptance criteria | Result |
|-----------------------------------------|----------------------------------|----------------------------------|--------|
| Fluid Resistance<br>Performance | 31 out of 32 pass at 160<br>mmHg | 29 out of 32 pass at 160<br>mmHg | Pass |
| Particulate Filtration<br>Efficiency | From 98.98% to 99.06% | ≥ 98% | Pass |
| Bacterial Filtration<br>Efficiency | From 99.85% to 99.96% | ≥ 98% | Pass |
| Differential Pressure<br>(Delta-P) Test | 5.0 to 5.3 mmH2O/cm² | < 6.0mmH2O/cm² | Pass |
| Flammability Testing | Class 1 | Class 1 | Pass |
### iii.Conclusion
The conclusions drawn from the nonclinical tests demonstrate that the subject device is as safe and effective, and performs as well as or better than the legally marketed primary predicate device K101000, Surgical Face Mask
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