K161170 · Becton, Dickinson and Company · FMI · May 27, 2016 · General Hospital
Device Facts
Record ID
K161170
Device Name
BD Eclipse Hypodermic Needle
Applicant
Becton, Dickinson and Company
Product Code
FMI · General Hospital
Decision Date
May 27, 2016
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Special
Regulation
21 CFR 880.5570
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic
Indications for Use
The BD Eclipse™ Hypodermic Needle is used for general purpose injection and aspiration of fluid from vials, ampoules and parts of the body below the surface of the skin. The BD Eclipse Hypodermic Needle is compatible for use with standard luer-lock syringes. The BD Eclipse™ Hypodermic Needle contains a mechanism that covers the needlepoint after use. In the activated position the needle cover guards against accidental needle sticks during normal handling and disposal of the used needle/syringe combination.
Device Story
Hypodermic needle with integrated pivoting safety cover; manual activation after use encapsulates needlepoint for safe disposal. Used for fluid injection/aspiration; compatible with luer-lock syringes. Operated by clinicians; used in clinical settings. Safety mechanism reduces risk of accidental needle sticks during handling and disposal. Subject device replaces HCFC-containing lubricant with HCFC-free silicone lubricant; expands gauge/length offerings.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. No clinical data. Verification activities included cannula pull-out force, activation/unlocking forces, impact resistance, and shipping tests. Biocompatibility testing performed per ISO 10993-1, including cytotoxicity, hemolysis, acute systemic toxicity, intracutaneous reactivity, sensitization, pyrogenicity, and chemical extractable analysis. All results met internal specifications or applicable standards.
Indicated for general purpose injection and aspiration of fluid from vials, ampoules, and body parts below the skin surface. Compatible with standard luer-lock syringes. Includes a safety mechanism to cover the needlepoint after use to guard against accidental needle sticks.
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.
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Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Document Control Center - WO66-G609 Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002
May 27, 2016
Becton, Dickinson and Company Ms. Priyanka Apte Regulatory Affairs Specialist 1 Becton Drive Franklin Lakes, New Jersey 07417
Re: K161170
Trade/Device Name: BD Eclipse™ Hypodermic Needle Regulation Number: 21 CFR 880.5570 Regulation Name: Hypodermic Single Lumen Needle Regulatory Class: II Product Code: FMI Dated: April 22, 2016 Received: April 28, 2016
Dear Ms. Apte:
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.
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for Erin I. Keith, M.S. 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
510(k) Number (if known) K161170
Device Name BD Eclipse™ Hypodermic Needles
#### Indications for Use (Describe)
The BD Eclipse™M Hypodermic Need for general purpose injection and aspiration of fluid from vials, ampoules and parts of the body below the surface of the skin. The BD Eclipse Hypodermic Needle is compatible for use with standard luer-lock syringes.
The BD Eclipse™ Hypodermic Needle contains a mechanism that covers the needlepoint after use. In the activated position the needle cover guards accidental needle sticks during normal handling and disposal of the used needle/ syringe combination.
| Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable) |
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X Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
| Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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#### 510(k) Summary
| Submitted By: | Priyanka Apte<br>Regulatory Affairs Specialist<br>Becton, Dickinson and Company<br>1 Becton Drive<br>Franklin Lakes, NJ 07417<br>Phone: (201)847-4608<br>Fax: (201)847-5307 | |
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| Date Prepared: | May 27, 2016 | |
| Subject Devices: | | |
| | Trade Name: | BD EclipseTM Hypodermic Needle |
| | Common Name: | Hypodermic Single Lumen Needle |
| | Classification: | Class II, 21 CFR §880.5570, Hypodermic Single Lumen<br>Needle |
| | Product Code: | FMI: Needle, Hypodermic, Single Lumen |
| Predicate Devices: | | |
| | Trade Name: | BD EclipseTM Hypodermic Needle |
| | 510(k) Reference: | K010188 |
| | Common Name: | Hypodermic Single Lumen Needle |
| | Classification: | Class II, 21 CFR §880.5570, Hypodermic Single Lumen<br>Needle |
| | Product Code: | FMI: Needle, Hypodermic, Single Lumen |
#### Device Description
The BD Eclipse™ Hypodermic Needle is a device that is composed of a typical hypodermic needle with a one piece hub/adapter and pivoting cover that is connected to the adapter. The pivoting cover can be manually rotated forward after use allowing for secure encapsulation of the needlepoint making the product safe for disposal. These needles have a regular, short or intradermal bevel type. The needle assembly is protected with a polypropylene shield.
The Eclipse™ Hypodermic Needles are offered in a variety of gauge sizes (18-30 gauge) and needle length (½''- 1/2''). The needle hub is color-coded to the appropriate gauge needle per ISO 6009.
The BD Eclipse™ Hypodermic Needle hub incorporates a female 6% (Luer) connector which can be used with a compatible male 6% (Luer) connector. The BD Eclipse™ Hypodermic Needle is not to be used with luer-slip syringe as the needle may become disengaged from the syringe when activating the safety cover. This product is single use and provided sterile.
The change described in this submission is the replacement of current silicone based HCFC-containing needle lubricant with silicone based HCFC-free lubricant.
#### Intended Use
The BD Eclipse™ Hypodermic Needle is used for general purpose injection and aspiration of fluid from vials, ampoules and parts of the body below the surface of the skin. The BD Eclipse Hypodermic Needle is compatible for use with standard luer-lock syringes.
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The BD Eclipse™ Hypodermic Needle contains a mechanism that covers the needlepoint after use. In the activated position the needle cover guards against accidental needle sticks during normal handling and disposal of the used needle/syringe combination.
### Technological Characteristics
The subject BD Eclipse™ Hypodermic Needles are equivalent to that of the predicate BD Eclipse™ Hypodermic Needles in intended use, fundamental scientific technology, operating principles, product design, and performance characteristics.
| Device Characteristics | Subject Device<br>BD Eclipse™ Hypodermic | Predicate Device<br>BD Eclipse™ Hypodermic |
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| | Needle (K161170) | Needle (K010188) |
| Manufacturer | Becton, Dickinson and Company | Becton, Dickinson and Company |
| Intended Use | The BD Eclipse™ Hypodermic<br>Needle is used for general<br>purpose injection and aspiration<br>of fluid from vials, ampoules and<br>parts of the body below the<br>surface of the skin. The BD<br>Eclipse Hypodermic Needle is<br>compatible for use with standard<br>luer-lock syringes.<br><br>The BD Eclipse™ Hypodermic<br>Needle contains a mechanism<br>that covers the needlepoint after<br>use. In the activated position the<br>needle cover guards against<br>accidental needle sticks during<br>normal handling and disposal of<br>the used needle/syringe<br>combination. | The BD Eclipse™ Hypodermic<br>Needle is used for general<br>purpose injection and aspiration<br>of fluid from vials, ampoules and<br>parts of the body below the<br>surface of the skin. The BD<br>Eclipse Hypodermic Needle is<br>compatible for use with standard<br>luer-slip and luer-lock syringes.<br><br>The BD Eclipse™ Hypodermic<br>Needle contains a mechanism<br>that covers the needlepoint after<br>use. In the activated position the<br>needle cover guards against<br>accidental needle sticks during<br>normal handling and disposal of<br>the used needle/syringe<br>combination. |
| Operating Principle | BD Eclipse™ Hypodermic<br>Needles are devices that are<br>composed of a typical<br>hypodermic needle with a one<br>piece hub/adapter and pivoting<br>cover that is connected to the<br>adapter. The device consists of a<br>mechanism that covers the needle<br>point after use | BD Eclipse™ Hypodermic<br>Needles are devices that are<br>composed of a typical<br>hypodermic needle with a one<br>piece hub/adapter and pivoting<br>cover that is connected to the<br>adapter. The device consists of a<br>mechanism that covers the needle<br>point after use |
| Materials | Hub: Polypropylene<br><br>Cannula: Stainless Steel<br><br>Cannula Lubricant: HCFC-free<br>silicone<br><br>Needle/Safety Shield: | Hub: Polypropylene<br><br>Cannula: Stainless Steel<br><br>Cannula Lubricant: HCFC<br>containing silicone<br><br>Needle/Safety Shield: |
| | Polypropylene | Polypropylene |
| Packaging | Blister Pouch | Blister Pouch |
| | Shelf Carton | Shelf Carton |
| | Case Carton | Case Carton |
| | | |
| Specification | Needle Length: ½'' - 1½'' | Needle Length: ½'' - 2'' |
| | Needle Gauge: 18-30 Gauge | Needle Gauge: 18-25 Gauge |
| | Bevel: Regular, Short,<br>Intradermal | Bevel: Regular, Short,<br>Intradermal |
| | | |
| Functional Testing | Hub Color: Per ISO 6009 | Hub Color: Per ISO 6009 |
| | Hub/Needle Bond Strength: Met<br>internal BD specification | Hub/Needle Bond Strength: Met<br>internal BD specification |
| | Needle Penetration Test: Met<br>internal BD specification | Needle Penetration Test: Met<br>internal BD specification |
| | Needle Shield Removal Forces:<br>Met internal BD specification | Needle Shield Removal Forces:<br>Met internal BD specification |
| | Leak Testing: Per ISO 594-2 | Leak Testing: Per ISO 594-2 |
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| | | |
| Sterilization | Per ISO 11135 | Per ISO 11135 |
| SAL Level | SAL 10-6 | SAL 10-6 |
| Shelf Life | 5 Years | 5 Years |
| Biocompatibility | Per ISO 10993-1 | Per ISO 10993-1 |
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# Performance Data
Additional length /gauge size have been validation/verification/verification activities which included cannula pull out forces to ensure hub/cannula bonding, activation/unlocking forces, impact resistance to ensure safety mechanism of a needle and a ship test to ensure needle/safety shield integrity. The results of all these tests either met the predetermined acceptance criteria and BD's internal specification or performed to the standard.
Modifications proposed to BD Eclipse™ Hypodermic Needle evaluated using risk management plan. This risk assessment process is performed in accordance with ISO14971. Biocompatibility testing included cytotoxicity (per ISO10993-5), hemolysis (per ISO10993-4), acute systemic toxicity (per ISO10993-11), intracutaneous reactivity (per ISO10993-10), sensitization (per ISO10993-10), pyrogenicity (per ISO 10993-11) and chemical extractable analysis (per ISO 10993-18). The results were acceptable according to ISO 10993-1.
Design Verification activities such as Needle Penetration Test, Hub/Needle Bond Strength, Leak Testing and Needle Shield Removal Forces were performed to demonstrate that the subject device met BD's internal predetermined acceptance criteria.
The results of these activities mentioned in table above (Risk Management, Biocompatibility and Design Verification activities) either met BD's internal specification or performed according to the standard.
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Thus these activities demonstrated that the subject device is substantially equivalent to the predicate device.
### Substantial Equivalence
The subject BD Eclipse™ Hypodermic Needle has the same intended use, fundamental scientific technology and operating principles when compared to the predicate BD Eclipse™ Hypodermic Needle and is substantially equivalent to its legally marketed predicate K010188.
### Conclusion
The BD Eclipse™ Hypodermic Needles have been verified to meet the established performance criteria above. The results of design verification testing demonstrate that the BD Eclipse™ Hypodermic Needles perform as intended and perform as well as the legally marketed predicate device.
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