SHARPSTANK REUSABLE SHARPS CONTAINER

K131087 · Rehrig Pacific Company · MMK · Jul 12, 2013 · General Hospital

Device Facts

• Record ID: K131087
• Device Name: SHARPSTANK REUSABLE SHARPS CONTAINER
• Applicant: Rehrig Pacific Company
• Product Code: MMK · General Hospital
• Decision Date: Jul 12, 2013
• Decision: SESE
• Submission Type: Abbreviated
• Regulation: 21 CFR 880.5570
• Device Class: Class 2

Intended Use

Rehrig Healthcare Systems SharpsTank™ reusable sharps containers are intended to be used for the collection and transportation of contaminated sharps. Rehrig Healthcare's reusable 4.9 gallon sharps containers are intended to be used for the collection and transportation of used medical sharps. The containers are intended to be used by healthcare workers in hospitals, clinics, physician offices, dental offices, laboratories, veterinarian offices, and other areas where sharps disposal is needed.

Device Story

SharpsTank is a 4.9-gallon reusable container for collection/transport of contaminated medical sharps. Device consists of container body, integrated hinged lid, and torturous path mail chute. Sharps are deposited through chute, which prevents direct hand access to contents. Containers may be used with optional counter-top holders or wall brackets. Once fill line is reached, flusher and lid are secured. Device is used in clinical settings (hospitals, clinics, labs, etc.) by healthcare workers. Barcode on label enables life-cycle tracking. Device benefits patients/staff by providing secure, puncture-resistant containment for regulated medical waste, reducing risk of accidental needlestick injuries during disposal and transport.

Clinical Evidence

Bench testing only. Device passed life-cycle testing (CSA Z316.6-07), vibration testing (49 CFR 178.608), puncture resistance (ASTM F 2132-01), leak resistance (ECRI 1993), final closure (49 CFR 178.608/603/606), stability (AS/NZS 4261:1994), handle strength (AS/NZS 4261:1994), fill capacity, drop testing (49 CFR 178.603), and stack testing (49 CFR 178.606).

Technological Characteristics

Polymeric (plastic) reusable container; 4.9-gallon capacity; 15.14"L x 7.48"W x 19.96"H. Features torturous path mail chute for sharps entry and integrated hinged lid. Complies with ASTM F 2132-01 (puncture resistance), CSA Z316.6-07 (life-cycle), and 49 CFR 178 (transportation/closure). Includes barcode for life-cycle tracking.

Indications for Use

Indicated for collection and transport of contaminated medical sharps by healthcare workers in hospitals, clinics, physician offices, dental offices, laboratories, and veterinary offices.

Regulatory Classification

Identification

A hypodermic single lumen needle is a device intended to inject fluids into, or withdraw fluids from, parts of the body below the surface of the skin. The device consists of a metal tube that is sharpened at one end and at the other end joined to a female connector (hub) designed to mate with a male connector (nozzle) of a piston syringe or an intravascular administration set.

Predicate Devices

• Enviro Sharp Solutions 3, reusable sharps container (K083511)

Submission Summary (Full Text)

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K131087

| <b>510(k) Summary</b> | |
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| (21 CFR 807.92) | |

JUL 1 2 2013

| Manufacturers Name: | Rehrig Healthcare Systems |
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| Official Contact: | Cindy Meissen<br>New Market Development Manager<br>Rehrig Pacific Company<br>1000 Raco Court<br>Lawrenceville, GA 30046<br>[phone] |
| Consultant: | David Olmstead<br>Radnor Group (for Rehrig Pacific)<br>614 Hunters Lane<br>Brentwood, TN 37027<br>[e-mail]<br>615-210-4698 |
| Device Trade Name: | SharpsTank ^TM Reusable Sharps Container |
| Device Common Name: | Reusable sharps container |
| Device Classification Name: | Accessory to hypodermic single lumen needle |
| Device Classification: | Class II<br>Product Code: 80 MMK<br>21 CFR 880.5570 |
| Predicate Device: | K083511<br>Industrial Water Solutions, Inc. (Sharpsology)<br>Enviro Sharp Solutions 3, reusable sharps container |

## Intended Use:

Rehrig Healthcare Systems SharpsTank™ reusable sharps containers are intended to be used for the collection and transportation of contaminated sharps.

#### Device Description:

A 4.9 gallon reusable sharps container consisting of the container body, an integrated hinged lid, a torturous path mail chute and flusher insert.

Sharps are deposited into the container by placing the used sharps in the horizontal torturous path mail chute which allows the sharps to drop into the container while keeping fingers and hands away from direct access to the contents in the container. During use the containers can be placed in the optional counter top holder or in the optional wall brackets.

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When the contents reach the fill line the flusher and lid are engaged into the final secured position.

## Performance Testing:

The FDA has not established a performance standard for this product under Section 514. However, the Rehrig Sharps Tank containers comply with criteria identified in FDA guidance document, OSHA blood borne pathogens regulations and Department of Transportation regulations for transporting regulated medical waste.

| Performance Criteria | Test Standard | Results |
|---------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------|---------|
| Life-cycle testing | CSA Z316.6-07, Clause 6.2 | Passed |
| Vibration testing | 49 CFR 178.608 | Passed |
| Puncture resistance | ASTM F 2132-01 | Passed |
| Leak resistance | Health Devices, Aug-Sept 1993,<br>ECRI, Vol. 22 Nos. 8-9 | Passed |
| Final closure | 49 CFR 178.608<br>49 CFR 178.603<br>49 CFR 178.606 | Passed |
| Stability testing | AS/NZS 4261:1994 Appendix D | Passed |
| Handle strength | AS/NZS 4261:1994 Appendix A | Passed |
| Fill Capacity | CSA Z316.6-07, Clause 6.2.3 and<br>Rehrig Design Verification | Passed |
| Drop Test (Impact<br>Resistance Test) | 49 CFR 178.603 | Passed |
| Stack testing | 49 CFR 178.606 | Passed |

## Summary of Substantial Equivalence:

The design and functional characteristics of the SharpsTank™ and the predicate device are similar as indicated in the predicate device comparison table below. Both the Rehrig device and the predicate device reusable sharps containers are molded from polymeric materials, and conform to national and/or international standards for puncture resistance, leakage, stability, impact resistance, and life cycle testing.

The Rehrig Pacific SharpsTank™ reusable/disposable sharps container introduces no new questions concerning the safety or effectiveness and performs as well as or better than the predicate device. Therefore, the Rehrig Pacific SharpsTank™ is substantially equivalent to the predicate device (K083511).

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| Design<br>Performance<br>Feature | New Rehrig Device<br>SharpsTankTM | Predicate Device<br>K083511 |
|---------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Indications for Use | Reusable sharps containers<br>intended to be used for the<br>collection and transport of<br>contaminated sharps and<br>regulated medical waste. | Reusable sharps containers<br>intended to be used for the<br>collection and transport of<br>contaminated sharps and<br>regulated medical waste. |
| Drop Test (Impact<br>Resistance) | Yes | Yes |
| Puncture Resistant | Yes | Yes |
| Overfill detection | Yes | Yes |
| Leak proof on sides<br>and bottom | Yes | Yes |
| Closable | Yes | Yes |
| Stable | Yes | Unknown |
| Access | Torturous path | Torturous path |
| Mounting accessory | Available | Available |
| Handling | Handle on the closed lid | Handles on the sides of the<br>container |
| Capacity | 4.9 gallon | 3 gallon |
| Orange label with<br>"BIOHAZARD"<br>warning | Yes | Yes |
| Life-cycle testing | Yes | Yes |
| Life-cycle tracking | Bar code on label | Bar code on label |
| Target Population | Healthcare professionals | Healthcare professionals |
| Reusable | Yes | Yes |
| Material | Plastic | Plastic |

# Predicate Device Substantial Equivalence Comparison

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DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES

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July 12, 2013

Public Health Service

Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Document Control Center - WO66-G609 Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002

Rehrig Pacific Company C/O Mr. David Olmstead The Radnor Group 614 Hunters Lane BRENTWOOD TN 37027

Re: K131087

Trade/Device Name: SharpsTank™ Reusable Sharps Container Regulation Number: 21 CFR 880.5570 Regulation Name: Hyperdermic single lumen needle Regulatory Class: II Product Code: MMK Dated: April 26, 2013 Received: April 30, 2013

Dear Mr. Olmstead:

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. 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.

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

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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. 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): medical device reporting of medical devicerelated adverse events) (21 CFR 803); good manufacturing practice requirements as set forth in the quality systems (QS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820); and if applicable, the electronic product radiation control provisions (Sections 531-542 of the Act); 21 CFR 1000-1050.

If you desire specific advice for your device on our labeling regulation (21 CFR Part 801), please contact the Division of Small Manufacturers, International and Consumer Assistance at its tollfree number [phone] or [phone] or at its Internet address

http://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/Resourcesfor You/Industry/default.htm. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21CFR Part 807.97). For questions regarding the reporting of adverse events under the MDR regulation (21 CFR Part 803), please go to

http://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/Safety/ReportaProblem/delault:htm for the CDRH's Office of Surveillance and Biometrics/Division of Postmarket Surveillance.

You may obtain other general information on your responsibilities under the Act 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/MedicalDevices/Resourcesfor You/Industry/default.htm.

Sincerely vours,

Tejashri P
Clinical De
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Tejashri Purohit-Sheth, M.D. Clinical Deputy Director

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Kwame Ulmer, M.S. Acting Division Director Division of Anesthesiology, General Hospital, Respiratory, Infection Control and Dental Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health

Enclosure

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# Indications for Use

K131087 510(k) Number: Not yet assigned

SharpsTankTM Reusable Sharps Container Device Name:

Device Part (Model) Number: Model TS

Indications for Use:

Rehrig Healthcare's reusable 4.9 gallon sharps containers are intended to be used for the collection and transportation of used medical sharps. The containers are intended to be used by healthcare workers in hospitals, clinics, physician offices, dental offices, laboratories, veterinarian offices, and other areas where sharps disposal is needed.

Empty Weight:

5.66 lbs.

Dimensions:

Assembled Container:

15.14"Lx 7.48"W x 19.96"H

Color: Transparent tan with red/orange red label and contrasting Biohazard Symbol

Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D) AND/OR

Over-The-Counter Use X (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)

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510(k) Number,

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