← Product Code [MDA](/productcode/MDA) · K974143 # KMC NEWSKIN (K974143) _Kmc Intl. Co. · MDA · Mar 27, 1998 · General, Plastic Surgery · SESE_ **Canonical URL:** https://fda-staging.innolitics.com/device/K974143 ## Device Facts - **Applicant:** Kmc Intl. Co. - **Product Code:** [MDA](/productcode/MDA.md) - **Decision Date:** Mar 27, 1998 - **Decision:** SESE - **Submission Type:** Traditional - **Regulation:** 21 CFR 878.4025 - **Device Class:** Class 1 - **Review Panel:** General, Plastic Surgery - **Attributes:** Therapeutic ## Indications for Use KMC Ultra-Sil Scar Management System is a thin, soft silicone KMC ofera-SIF Scar handyement application for keloid and hypertrophic scar management. KMC Ultra-Sil Scar Management System is intended to be used only on healed scars. ## Device Story KMC Ultra-Sil Scar Management System is a thin, soft silicone elastomer sheet for external, non-invasive management of healed keloid and hypertrophic scars. Applied by patient to scar area with 1/2 inch overlap. Usage protocol involves gradual increase in contact time, starting at 2-3 hours, increasing by 1 hour daily until reaching 8 hours, with a recommended 20-hour daily application. Device provides physical barrier/occlusion to scar site to assist in management. ## Clinical Evidence No clinical data provided; substantial equivalence based on material and manufacturing similarity to predicate. ## Technological Characteristics Thin, soft silicone elastomer sheet. Non-invasive, passive application. No energy source or software components. ## Regulatory Identification Silicone sheeting is intended for use in the management of closed hyperproliferative (hypertrophic and keloid) scars. ## Predicate Devices - Degania Silicone Sil-K ([K971482](/device/K971482.md)) ## Submission Summary (Full Text) > This content was OCRed from public FDA records by [Innolitics](https://innolitics.com). 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We help companies design, build, and clear FDA-regulated software and AI/ML devices, including [a 510(k)](https://innolitics.com/services/510ks/), [a De Novo](https://innolitics.com/services/regulatory/), [a SaMD](https://innolitics.com/services/end-to-end-samd/), [an AI/ML medical device](https://innolitics.com/services/medical-imaging-ai-development/), or [an FDA regulatory strategy](https://innolitics.com/services/regulatory/). {0}------------------------------------------------ K974143 MAR 2 7 1998 510(k) SUMMARY 510(k) #: K974143 Trade Name: "KMC Ultra-Sil" Common Name: Silicone Elastomer Sheet Device Class: Unclassified Classification Panel: General & Restorative Devices Establishment Registration No .: To be filled This summary of 510 (k) safety and effectivencss is submitted in accordance with 21CFR 807.92 and as defined in 21CFR 807.3 # DEVICE DESCRIPTION and USE: KMC Ultra-Sil Scar Management System is a thin, soft silicone sheet designed to be applied externally, in a non-invasive manner to healed keloid and hypertrophic scars. Scar area is to be washed and towel dried before application. KMC Ultra-Sil Scar Management System is applied to scar area with 1/2 inch overlap. Initial application to last 2-3 hours. Successive applications will increase contact by 1 hour each until 8 hour contact is reached. Application time of 20 hours is recommended. ### MANUFACTURING: KMC Ultra-Sil Scar Management System is manufactured using essentially the same silicone materials and industry manufacturing practices as re claimed SL product, Degania Silicone Sil-K. # SUBSTANTIAL EQUIVALENCE KMC Ultr-Sil Scar Management System is substantially equivalent to Degania Silicone Sil-K, 510 (k) No. K971482. {1}------------------------------------------------ Image /page/1/Picture/1 description: The image shows the seal of the Department of Health & Human Services (HHS). The seal features an abstract eagle design with three stylized wing segments, symbolizing health, services, and human needs. The words "DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES - USA" are arranged in a circular pattern around the eagle. Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850 # MAR 2 7 1998 John Harrison, Ph.D. Technical/Regulatory Consultant KMC International 5662 Calle Real, #331 Goleta, California 93117 Re: K974143 Ultra-Sil Scar Management System Trade Name: Regulatory Class: Unclassified Product Code: MDA February 24, 1998 Dated: Received: March 2, 1998 Dear Dr. Harrison: We have reviewed your Section 510(k) notification of intent to market the device referenced above and we have determined the device is substantially equivalent (for the indications for use stated in the enclosure) to 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). 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. If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (Premarket Approval), it may be subject to such additional controls. Existing major regulations affecting your device can be found in the Code of Federal Requlations, Title 21, Parts 800 to 895. A substantially equivalent determination assumes compliance with the current Good Manufacturing Practice requirement, as set forth in the Quality System Regulation (QS) for Medical Devices: General requlation (21 CFR Part 820) and that, through periodic (QS) inspections, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) will verify such assumptions. Failure to comply with the GMP requlation may result in regulatory In addition, FDA may publish further announcements action. concerning your device in the Federal Register. Please note: this response to your premarket notification submission does not affect any obligation you might have under sections 531 through 542 of the Act for devices under the Electronic Product Radiation Control provisions, or other Federal laws or regulations. {2}------------------------------------------------ #### Page 2 - Dr. Harrison This letter will allow you to begin marketing your device as described in your 510(k) premarket notification. The FDA finding of substantial equivalence of your device to a legally marketed predicate device results in a classification for your device and thus, permits your device to proceed to the market. If you desire specific advice for your device on our labeling requlation (21 CFR Part 801 and additionally 809.10 for in vitro diagnostic devices), please contact the Office of Compliance at (301) 594-4595. Additionally, for questions on the promotion and advertising of your device, please contact the Office of Compliance at (301) 594-4639. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21 CFR 807.97). Other general information on your responsibilities under the Act may be obtained from the Division of Small Manufacturers Assistance at its toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or (301) 443-6597 or at its internet address "http://www.fda.qov/cdrh/dsmamain.html". Sincerely yours, f Celia M. Witten, Ph.D., M.D. Director Division of General and Restorative Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health Enclosure {3}------------------------------------------------ K974143 510(k) Number (if known): ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Device Name: "KMC Ultra-Sil Scar Management System" Indications For Use: KMC Ultra-Sil Scar Management System is a thin, soft silicone KMC ofera-SIF Scar handyement application for keloid and hypertrophic scar management. KMC Ultra-Sil Scar Management System is intended to be used only on healed scars. 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