MAEDA SILVER ACUPUNCTURE NEEDLE

K021904 · Maeda Toyokichi Shoten · MQX · Aug 14, 2002 · General Hospital

Device Facts

• Record ID: K021904
• Device Name: MAEDA SILVER ACUPUNCTURE NEEDLE
• Applicant: Maeda Toyokichi Shoten
• Product Code: MQX · General Hospital
• Decision Date: Aug 14, 2002
• Decision: SESE
• Submission Type: Traditional
• Regulation: 21 CFR 880.5580
• Device Class: Class 2
• Attributes: Therapeutic

Intended Use

Acupuncture Needles are intended to pierce the skin in the practice of acupuncture by qualified practitioners of acupuncture as determined by the States.

Device Story

Maeda Silver Acupuncture Needle is a sterile, disposable device used by qualified acupuncture practitioners to pierce the skin for therapeutic purposes. The needle is a manual instrument; it does not utilize electronic or automated components. It is intended for professional clinical use. The device functions as a traditional acupuncture tool to facilitate acupuncture treatment as determined by state regulations.

Clinical Evidence

No clinical data provided; bench testing only.

Technological Characteristics

Silver acupuncture needle; disposable; sterile; manual operation; no electronic components or software.

Indications for Use

Indicated for use by qualified acupuncture practitioners to pierce the skin for acupuncture therapy.

Regulatory Classification

Identification

An acupuncture needle is a device intended to pierce the skin in the practice of acupuncture. The device consists of a solid, stainless steel needle. The device may have a handle attached to the needle to facilitate the delivery of acupuncture treatment.

Special Controls

*Classification.* Class II (special controls). The device, when it is an acupuncture point locator or a single use acupuncture needle, is exempt from the premarket notification procedures in subpart E of part 807 of this chapter subject to the limitations in § 880.9. Acupuncture needles must comply with the following special controls:(1) Labeling for single use only and conformance to the requirements for prescription devices set out in 21 CFR 801.109, (2) Device material biocompatibility, and (3) Device sterility.

Submission Summary (Full Text)

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## DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES

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Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850

## AUG 1 4 2002

Maeda Toyokichi Shoten C/O Mr. E.J. Smith Smith Associates P.O. Box 4341 Crofton, Maryland 21114

Re: K021904

Trade/Device Name: Maeda Silver Acupuncture Needle Disposable Regulation Number: 880.5580 Regulation Name: Acupuncture Needle Regulatory Class: II Product Code: MOX Dated: May 14, 2002 Received: June 10, 2002

Dear Mr. Smith:

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.

If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (PMA), it may be subject to such 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.

Please be advised that FDA's issuance of a substantial equivalence determination does not mean that FDA has made a determination that your device complies with other requirements of the Act or any Federal statutes and regulations administered by other Federal agencies.

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You must comply with all the Act's requirements, including, but not limited to: registration and listing (21 CFR Part 807); labeling (21 CFR Part 801); good manufacturing practice requirements as set forth in the quality systems (OS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820); and if applicable, the electronic product radiation control provisions (Sections 531-542 of the Act); 21 CFR 1000-1050.

This letter will allow you to begin marketing your device as described in your Section 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 regulation (21 CFR Part 801 and additionally 21 CFR Part 809.10 for in vitro diagnostic devices), please contact the Office of Compliance at [phone]. Additionally, for questions on the promotion and advertising of your device, please contact the Office of Compliance at [phone]. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21CFR Part 807.97). Other general information on your responsibilities under the Act may be obtained from the Division of Small Manufacturers, International and Consumer Assistance at its toll-free number [phone] or [phone] or at its Internet address http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/dsma/dsmamain.html

Sincerely yours.

Susan Runner

Timothy A. Ulatowski Director Division of Anesthesiology, General Hospital, Infection Control and Dental Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health

Enclosure

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## 510(k) Number (if known):

Device Name: Maeda Silver Acupuncture Needle Disposable

Classification Panel: MQX

Indications for Use:

Acupuncture Needles are intended to pierce the skin in the practice of acupuncture by qualified practitioners of acupuncture as determined by the States.

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Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE)

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Over-the-Counter Use

Pastore Cicerite

(Division Sign-Off) Division of Anesthesiology, General Hospital, Infection Control, Dental Devices

510(k) Number: K021904