The integrating indicator is designed to chemically react over time with the critical parameters of a steam sterilization cycle within a specified tolerance. The integrating indicator strip is intended to be placed in each pack, pouch, container, tray or other containment device to function as an independent monitor of critical parameters for the following sterilization cycles: Steam Sterilization Cycles: 250°F/121°C, 30 minutes Gravity 270°F/132°C, 4 minutes Dynamic Air Removal 270°F/132°C, 5 minutes Dynamic Air Removal 270°F/132°C, 6 minutes Dynamic Air Removal 270°F/132°C, 7 minutes Dynamic Air Removal 270°F/132°C, 8 minutes Dynamic Air Removal 270°F/132°C, 9 minutes Dynamic Air Removal 270°F/132°C, 10 minutes Dynamic Air Removal 270°F/132°C, 15 minutes Gravity 273°F/134°C, 4 minutes Dynamic Air Removal 275°F/135°C, 3 minutes Dynamic Air Removal 275°F/135°C, 10 minutes Gravity Steam Sterilization Cycles (IUSS): 270°F/132°C, 4 minutes Dynamic Air Removal 270°F/132°C, 3 minutes Gravity 270°F/132°C, 10 minutes Gravity 275°F/135°C, 3 minutes Dynamic Air Removal 275°F/135°C, 3 minutes Gravity 275°F/135°C, 10 minutes Gravity
Device Story
Single-use chemical integrating indicator; placed inside sterilization packs/trays; monitors steam sterilization cycle parameters (time, temperature, steam). Device contains temperature-sensitive chemical/dye and wicking strip within embossed cavity. During cycle, dye migrates; if dark bar reaches 'ACCEPT' window, cycle is PASS; otherwise, FAIL. Used by healthcare providers in clinical settings to verify sterilization efficacy before item use. Provides immediate visual confirmation of cycle success; prevents use of improperly processed materials.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Simulated use testing in claimed sterilization cycles demonstrated 100% pass/fail performance. Parallel performance testing against biological indicators confirmed the integrator does not reach the endpoint before biological indicator inactivation.
Technological Characteristics
Single-use strip; backing material with embossed cavity; temperature-sensitive chemical/dye; wicking strip; laminated paper cover with windows. Conforms to ANSI/AAMI/ISO 11140-1:2014. Shelf life: 5 years. No software or electronics.
Indications for Use
Indicated for use by healthcare providers as an independent monitor of critical steam sterilization parameters (time, temperature, steam) within packs, pouches, containers, or trays during specified gravity and dynamic air removal steam sterilization cycles, including IUSS.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
Biological sterilization process indicator: A device intended for use by a health care provider to accompany products being sterilized through a sterilization procedure and to monitor adequacy of sterilization. The device consists of a known number of microorganisms, of known resistance to the mode of sterilization, in or on a carrier and enclosed in a protective package. Subsequent growth or failure of the microorganisms to grow under suitable conditions indicates the adequacy of sterilization. Physical/chemical sterilization process indicator: A device intended for use by a health care provider to accompany products being sterilized through a sterilization procedure and to monitor one or more parameters of the sterilization process. The adequacy of the sterilization conditions as measured by these parameters is indicated by a visible change in the device.
VERIFY STEAM Integrating Indicator - Short (K162631)
Submission Summary (Full Text)
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January 21, 2022
STERIS Corporation Jennifer Nalepka Lead Regulatory Affairs Specialist 5960 Heisley Road Mentor, Ohio 44060
### Re: K213412
Trade/Device Name: VERIFY STEAM Integrating Indicator, VERIFY STEAM Integrating Indicator રુદ્ભ Regulation Number: 21 CFR 880.2800 Regulation Name: Sterilization Process Indicator Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: JOJ Dated: October 18, 2021 Received: October 19, 2021
Dear Jennifer Nalepka:
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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#### Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K213412
Device Name VERIFY STEAM Integrating Indicator
#### Indications for Use (Describe)
The integrating indicator is designed to chemically react over time with the critical parameters of a steam sterlilization cycle within a specified tolerance. The integrating indicator strip is intended to be placed in each pack, pouch, container, tray or other containment device to function as an independent monitor of critical parameters for the following sterilization cycles:
Steam Sterilization Cycles:
- · 250°F/121°C, 30 minutes Gravity
- · 270ºF/132ºC. 4 minutes Dynamic Air Removal
- · 270°F/132°C, 5 minutes Dynamic Air Removal
- · 270°F/132°C, 6 minutes Dynamic Air Removal
- · 270°F/132°C, 7 minutes Dynamic Air Removal
- · 270°F/132°C, 8 minutes Dynamic Air Removal
- · 270°F/132°C, 9 minutes Dynamic Air Removal
- · 270°F/132°C, 10 minutes Dynamic Air Removal
- · 270°F/132°C, 15 minutes Gravity
- · 273°F/134°C, 4 minutes Dynamic Air Removal
- · 275°F/135°C, 3 minutes Dynamic Air Removal
- · 275°F/135°C, 10 minutes Gravity
#### Steam Sterilization Cycles (IUSS):
- · 270°F/132°C, 4 minutes Dynamic Air Removal
- · 270°F/132°C, 3 minutes Gravity
- · 270°F/132°C, 10 minutes Gravity
- · 275°F/135°C, 3 minutes Dynamic Air Removal
- · 275°F/135°C, 3 minutes Gravity
- · 275°F/135°C, 10 minutes Gravity
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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#### Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K213412
Device Name VERIFY STEAM Integrating Indicator 5CM
#### Indications for Use (Describe)
The integrating indicator is designed to chemically react over time with the critical parameters of a steam sterilization cycle within a specified tolerance. The integrating intended to be placed in each pack, pouch, container, tray or other containment device to function as an independent monitor of critical parameters for the following sterilization cycles:
Steam Sterilization Cycles:
- · 250°F/121°C, 30 minutes Gravity
- · 270°F/132°C, 4 minutes Dynamic Air Removal
- · 270°F/132°C, 5 minutes Dynamic Air Removal
- · 270°F/132°C, 6 minutes Dynamic Air Removal
- · 270°F/132°C, 7 minutes Dynamic Air Removal
- · 270°F/132°C, 8 minutes Dynamic Air Removal
- · 270°F/132°C, 9 minutes Dynamic Air Removal
- · 270°F/132°C, 10 minutes Dynamic Air Removal
- · 270°F/132°C, 15 minutes Gravity
- · 273°F/134°C, 4 minutes Dynamic Air Removal
- · 275°F/135°C, 3 minutes Dynamic Air removal
- · 275°F/135°C, 10 minutes Gravity
#### Steam Sterilization Cycles (IUSS):
- · 270°F/132°C, 4 minutes Dynamic Air Removal
- · 270°F/132°C, 3 minutes Gravity
- · 270°F/132°C, 10 minutes Gravity
- · 275°F/135°C, 3 minutes Dynamic Air Removal
- · 275°F/135°C, 3 minutes Gravity
- · 275°F/135°C, 10 minutes Gravity
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
| Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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# 510(k) Summary for VERIFY STEAM INTEGRATING Indicator K213412
#### Sponsor Facility
STERIS Corporation 5960 Heisley Road Mentor, OH 44060 Phone: (440) 354-2600
#### Manufacturing Facility
STERIS Franklin Park 11457 Melrose Ave. Franklin Park, IL 60131 Phone: (847) 455-2881
Contact: Jennifer Nalepka, M.S. Lead Regulatory Affairs Specialist Phone: (440) 392-7458 Email: jennifer_nalepka@steris.com
Submission Date: January 18, 2022
Premarket Notification Number: K213412
STERIS Corporation ■ 5960 Heisley Road ■ Mentor, OH 44060-1834 USA ■ 440-354-2600
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#### 1. Device Name
| Trade Name: | VERIFY STEAM Integrating Indicator |
|----------------------------|----------------------------------------------------|
| Classification/usual Name: | Indicator, physical/chemical sterilization process |
| Device Classification: | II |
| Classification Name: | Indicator, physical/chemical sterilization process |
| Classification Number: | 21 CFR 880.2800 |
| Product Code: | JOJ |
#### 2. Predicate Device
VERIFY STEAM Integrating Indicator, K152630
## 3. Description of Device
The VERIFY STEAM Integrating Indicator is a single use device used by healthcare providers to monitor steam sterilization cycles. The VERIFY STEAM Integrating Indicator is included in a pack or load in a steam sterilizer and the load is processed in accordance with the sterilizer's manufacturer's directions. Prior to the use of the processed items, the integrator is observed. If the dark bar on the device enters the ACCEPT (OK) window, the integrator is read as a PASS to indicate that the steam sterilization criteria for the cycle have been met. If the dark bar on the device does not enter the ACCEPT (OK), the integrator is read as a FAIL, indicating that sufficient steam sterilization criteria has not been met and processed materials should be subjected to another steam sterilization cycle prior to use.
#### 4. Intended Use/Indications for Use
The integrating indicator is designed to chemically react over time with the critical parameters of a steam sterilization cycle within a specified tolerance. The integrating indicator strip is intended to be placed in each pack, pouch, container, tray or other containment device to function as an independent monitor of critical parameters for the following sterilization cycles:
Steam Sterilization Cycles:
- 250°F/121°C, 30 minutes Gravity
- 270°F/132°C, 4 minutes Dynamic Air Removal ●
- 270°F/132°C, 5 minutes Dynamic Air Removal ●
- 270°F/132°C, 6 minutes Dynamic Air Removal
- 270°F/132°C, 7 minutes Dynamic Air Removal
- 270°F/132°C, 8 minutes Dynamic Air Removal ●
- 270°F/132°C, 9 minutes Dynamic Air Removal ●
- 270°F/132°C. 10 minutes Dynamic Air Removal
- . 270°F/132°C, 15 minutes Gravity
- 273°F/134°C, 4 minutes Dynamic Air Removal
- 275°F/135°C, 3 minutes Dynamic Air Removal ●
- 275°F/135°C, 10 minutes Gravity ●
Steam Sterilization Cycles (IUSS):
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- 270°F/132°C, 4 minutes Dynamic Air Removal ●
- 270°F/132°C, 3 minutes Gravity
- 270°F/132°C, 10 minutes Gravity ●
- 275°F/135°C, 3 minutes Dynamic Air Removal ●
- 275°F/135°C, 3 minutes Gravity
- 275°F/135°C, 10 minutes Gravity .
#### 5. Summary of Technological Characteristics
A comparison of technical characteristics are summarized in Table 1.
| | VERIFY STEAM | VERIFY STEAM | |
|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Feature | Integrating Indicator<br>(K213412) | Integrating Indicator<br>(K152630) | Comparison |
| Intended Use | The integrating indicator is<br>designed to chemically react<br>over time with the critical<br>parameters of a steam<br>sterilization cycle within a<br>specified tolerance. The<br>integrating indicator strip is<br>intended to be placed in each<br>pack, pouch, container, tray or<br>other containment device to<br>function as an independent<br>monitor of critical parameters for<br>the following sterilization<br>cycles:<br>Steam Sterilization Cycles:<br>• 250°F/121°C, 30 minutes<br>Gravity<br>• 270°F/132°C, 4 minutes<br>Dynamic Air Removal<br>• 270°F/132°C, 5 minutes<br>Dynamic Air Removal<br>• 270°F/132°C, 6 minutes<br>Dynamic Air Removal<br>• 270°F/132°C, 7 minutes<br>Dynamic Air Removal<br>• 270°F/132°C, 8 minutes<br>Dynamic Air Removal<br>• 270°F/132°C, 9 minutes<br>Dynamic Air Removal<br>• 270°F/132°C, 10 minutes<br>Dynamic Air Removal | The integrating indicator is<br>designed to chemically react<br>over time with the critical<br>parameters of steam sterilization<br>cycle within a specified<br>tolerance. The integrating<br>indicator strip is intended to be<br>placed in each pack, pouch,<br>container, tray or other<br>containment device to function<br>as an independent monitor of<br>critical parameters for the<br>following sterilization cycles:<br>Steam Sterilization Cycles:<br>• 250°F/121°C, 30 minutes<br>Gravity<br>• 270°F/132°C, 4 minutes<br>Dynamic Air Removal<br>• 270°F/132°C, 15 minutes<br>Gravity<br>• 275°F/135°C, 3 minutes<br>Dynamic Air Removal<br>• 275°F/135°C, 10 minutes<br>Gravity<br>Steam Sterilization Cycles<br>(IUSS):<br>• 270°F/132°C, 4 minutes<br>Dynamic Air Removal<br>• 270°F/132°C, 3 minutes<br>Gravity | Similar, the<br>proposed<br>device has<br>additional<br>cycle claims. |
| Feature | VERIFY STEAM<br>Integrating Indicator<br>(K213412) | VERIFY STEAM<br>Integrating Indicator<br>(K152630) | Comparison |
| | 273°F/134°C, 4 minutes<br>Dynamic Air Removal 275°F/135°C, 3 minutes<br>Dynamic Air Removal 275°F/135°C, 10 minutes<br>Gravity Steam Sterilization Cycles<br>(IUSS): 270°F/132°C, 4 minutes<br>Dynamic Air Removal 270°F/132°C, 3 minutes<br>Gravity 270°F/132°C, 10 minutes<br>Gravity 275°F/135°C, 3 minutes<br>Dynamic Air Removal 275°F/135°C, 3 minutes<br>Gravity 275°F/135°C, 10 minutes<br>Gravity | 275°F/135°C, 3 minutes<br>Dynamic Air Removal 275°F/135°C, 3 minutes<br>Gravity 275°F/135°C, 10 minutes<br>Gravity | |
| Device Design<br>– components | Backing material with embossed<br>cavity containing temperature<br>sensitive chemical and coloring<br>dye, wicking strip, covered with<br>laminated paper containing<br>labeling and windows. | Backing material with embossed<br>cavity containing temperature<br>sensitive chemical and coloring<br>dye, wicking strip, covered with<br>laminated paper containing<br>labeling and windows. | Identical |
| Indicator<br>agent | Proprietary formulation | Proprietary formulation | Identical |
| Sterilization<br>method and<br>cycles | Steam Sterilization Cycles: 250°F/121°C, 30 minutes<br>Gravity 270°F/132°C, 4 minutes<br>Dynamic Air Removal 270°F/132°C, 5 minutes<br>Dynamic Air Removal 270°F/132°C, 6 minutes<br>Dynamic Air Removal 270°F/132°C, 7 minutes<br>Dynamic Air Removal 270°F/132°C, 8 minutes<br>Dynamic Air Removal 270°F/132°C, 9 minutes<br>Dynamic Air Removal 270°F/132°C, 10 minutes<br>Dynamic Air Removal | Steam Sterilization Cycles: 250°F/121°C, 30 minutes<br>Gravity 270°F/132°C, 4 minutes<br>Dynamic Air Removal 270°F/132°C, 15 minutes<br>Gravity 275°F/135°C, 3 minutes<br>Dynamic Air Removal 275°F/135°C, 10 minutes<br>Gravity Steam Sterilization Cycles<br>(IUSS): 270°F/132°C, 4 minutes<br>Dynamic Air Removal | Similar, the<br>proposed<br>device has<br>additional<br>cycle claims. |
| | VERIFY STEAM<br>Integrating Indicator<br>(K213412) | VERIFY STEAM<br>Integrating Indicator<br>(K152630) | Comparison |
| Feature | 270°F/132°C, 15 minutes<br>Gravity 273°F/134°C, 4 minutes<br>Dynamic Air Removal 275°F/135°C, 3 minutes<br>Dynamic Air Removal 275°F/135°C, 10 minutes<br>Gravity Steam Sterilization Cycles<br>(IUSS): 270°F/132°C, 4 minutes<br>Dynamic Air Removal 270°F/132°C, 3 minutes<br>Gravity 270°F/132°C, 10 minutes<br>Gravity 275°F/135°C, 3 minutes<br>Dynamic Air Removal 275°F/135°C, 3 minutes<br>Gravity 275°F/135°C, 10 minutes<br>Gravity | 270°F/132°C, 3 minutes<br>Gravity 270°F/132°C, 10 minutes<br>Gravity 275°F/135°C, 3 minutes<br>Dynamic Air Removal 275°F/135°C, 3 minutes<br>Gravity 275°F/135°C, 10 minutes<br>Gravity | |
| Mechanism of<br>action | Proprietary | Proprietary | Identical |
| Endpoint<br>specification | The end point is determined by<br>the migration of the steam<br>sensitive dye to an area marked<br>ACCEPT (OK) on the indicator.<br>Endpoint is reached at the stated<br>value (SV) for each claimed<br>temperature. Endpoint is not<br>reached at the stated value -15%<br>time and/or -1°C. | The end point is determined by<br>the migration of the steam<br>sensitive dye to an area marked<br>ACCEPT (OK) on the indicator.<br>Endpoint is reached at the stated<br>value (SV) for each claimed<br>temperature. Endpoint is not<br>reached at the stated value -15%<br>time and/or -1°C. | Identical |
| Comparison<br>of integrator<br>stated values<br>at biological<br>indicator<br>growth-<br>negative cycle<br>conditions | Integrator does not reach<br>endpoint before the biological<br>indicator is inactivated. | Integrator does not reach<br>endpoint before the biological<br>indicator is inactivated. | Identical |
| Shelf life | 5 years | 5 years | Identical |
| Standard/<br>Guidance | Conforms to:<br>• Guidance for Industry and<br>FDA Staff: Premarket | Conforms to:<br>• Guidance for Industry and<br>FDA Staff: Premarket | Identical |
| Feature | VERIFY STEAM<br>Integrating Indicator<br>(K213412) | VERIFY STEAM<br>Integrating Indicator<br>(K152630) | Comparison |
| | Notification [510(k)]<br>Submissions for Chemical<br>Indicators<br>• ANSI/AAMI/ISO 11140-<br>1:2014: Sterilization of<br>Health Care Products –<br>Chemical Indicators – Part 1:<br>General Requirements | Notification [510(k)]<br>Submissions for Chemical<br>Indicators<br>• ANSI/AAMI/ISO 11140-<br>1:2014: Sterilization of<br>Health Care Products –<br>Chemical Indicators – Part 1:<br>General Requirements | |
#### Table 1. Summary of SCBI Physical Description and Technological Properties
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#### STERIS Traditional 510(k) PREMARKET NOTIFICATION VERIFY |STEAM Integrating Indicator and VERIFY |STEAM Integrating Indicator 5CM
### 6. Summary of Nonclinical Tests
Performance testing to demonstrate substantial equivalence to the predicate has been completed and is summarized in Table 2 below.
| Test | Acceptance Criteria | Conclusion |
|----------------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|------------|
| Simulated Use Testing in<br>Claimed Sterilization Cycles | 100% pass under pass<br>conditions<br>100% fail under fail<br>conditions | PASS |
| Parallel performance as<br>biological indicator | Integrator does not reach<br>endpoint before the<br>biological indicator is<br>inactivated | PASS |
Table 2. Summary of nonclinical testing
# 7. Conclusion
Based on the intended use, technological characteristics and nonclinical performance data, the subject device (K213412) is as safe, as effective, and performs as well or better than the legally marketed predicate device (K152630), Class II (21 CFR 880.2800), product code JOJ.
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# 510(k) Summary for VERIFY STEAM INTEGRATING Indicator 5CM
#### Sponsor Facility
STERIS Corporation 5960 Heisley Road Mentor, OH 44060 Phone: (440) 354-2600
#### Manufacturing Facility
STERIS Franklin Park 11457 Melrose Ave. Franklin Park, IL 60131 Phone: (847) 455-2881
Contact: Jennifer Nalepka, M.S. Lead Regulatory Affairs Specialist Phone: (440) 392-7458 Email: jennifer_nalepka@steris.com
Submission Date: January 18, 2022
Premarket Notification Number: K213412
STERIS Corporation ■ 5960 Heisley Road ■ Mentor, OH 44060-1834 USA ■ 440-354-2600
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#### 1. Device Name
| Trade Name: | VERIFY STEAM Integrating Indicator 5CM |
|----------------------------|----------------------------------------------------|
| Classification/usual Name: | Indicator, physical/chemical sterilization process |
| Device Classification: | II |
| Classification Name: | Indicator, physical/chemical sterilization process |
| Classification Number: | 21 CFR 880.2800 |
| Product Code: | JOJ |
#### 2. Predicate Device
VERIFY |STEAM| Integrating Indicator - Short, K162631
## 3. Description of Device
The VERIFY STEAM Integrating Indicator 5CM is a single use device used by healthcare providers to monitor steam sterilization cycles. The VERIFY STEAM Integrating Indicator 5CM is included in a pack or load in a steam sterilizer and the load is processed in accordance with the sterilizer's manufacturer's directions. Prior to the use of the processed items, the integrator is observed. If the dark bar on the device enters the ACCEPT (OK) window, the integrator is read as a PASS to indicate that the steam sterilization criteria for the cycle have been met. If the dark bar on the device does not enter the ACCEPT (OK), the integrator is read as a FAIL, indicating that sufficient steam sterilization criteria has not been met and processed materials should be subjected to another steam sterilization cycle prior to use.
### 4. Intended Use/Indications for Use
The integrating indicator is designed to chemically react over time with the critical parameters of a steam sterilization cycle within a specified tolerance. The integrating indicator strip is intended to be placed in each pack, pouch, container, tray or other containment device to function as an independent monitor of critical parameters for the following sterilization cycles:
Steam Sterilization Cycles:
- 250°F/121°C, 30 minutes Gravity
- 270°F/132°C, 4 minutes Dynamic Air Removal ●
- 270°F/132°C, 5 minutes Dynamic Air Removal ●
- 270°F/132°C, 6 minutes Dynamic Air Removal ●
- 270°F/132°C, 7 minutes Dynamic Air Removal ●
- 270°F/132°C, 8 minutes Dynamic Air Removal ●
- 270°F/132°C, 9 minutes Dynamic Air Removal
- 270°F/132°C, 10 minutes Dynamic Air Removal
- 270°F/132°C, 15 minutes Gravity ●
- 273°F/134°C, 4 minutes Dynamic Air Removal ●
- 275°F/135°C, 3 minutes Dynamic Air Removal
- 275°F/135°C, 10 minutes Gravity
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Steam Sterilization Cycles (IUSS):
- 270°F/132°C, 4 minutes Dynamic Air Removal .
- 270°F/132°C, 3 minutes Gravity ●
- 270°F/132°C, 10 minutes Gravity ●
- 275°F/135°C, 3 minutes Dynamic Air Removal ●
- 275°F/135°C, 3 minutes Gravity ●
- 275°F/135°C, 10 minutes Gravity .
## 5. Summary of Technological Characteristics
A comparison of technical characteristics are summarized in Table 1.
| | | | Table 1. Summary of the Integrating Indicator Physical Description and Technological |
|------------|--|--|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Properties | | | |
| Feature | VERIFY STEAM<br>Integrating Indicator 5CM<br>(K213412) | VERIFY STEAM<br>Integrating Indicator -Short<br>(K162631) | Comparison |
|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Intended Use | The integrating indicator is designed to chemically react over time with the critical parameters of a steam sterilization cycle within a specified tolerance. The integrating indicator strip is intended to be placed in each pack, pouch, container, tray or other containment device to function as an independent monitor of critical parameters for the following sterilization cycles:<br>250°F/121°C, 30 minutes Gravity 270°F/132°C, 4 minutes Dynamic Air Removal 270°F/132°C, 5 minutes Dynamic Air Removal 270°F/132°C, 6 minutes Dynamic Air Removal 270°F/132°C, 7 minutes Dynamic Air Removal 270°F/132°C, 8 minutes Dynamic Air Removal 270°F/132°C, 9 minutes Dynamic Air Removal 270°F/132°C, 10 minutes Dynamic Air Removal | The integrating indicator is designed to chemically react over time with the critical parameters of a steam sterilization cycle within a specified tolerance. The integrating indicator strip is intended to be placed in each pack, pouch, container, tray or other containment device to function as an independent monitor of critical parameters for the following sterilization cycles:<br>250°F/121°C, 30 minutes Gravity 270°F/132°C, 4 minutes Dynamic Air Removal 270°F/132°C, 15 minutes Gravity 275°F/135°C, 3 minutes Dynamic Air Removal 275°F/135°C, 10 minutes Gravity Steam Sterilization Cycles (IUSS): 270°F/132°C, 4 minutes Dynamic Air Removal | Similar, the proposed device has additional cycle claims. |
| Feature | VERIFY STEAM<br>Integrating Indicator 5CM<br>(K213412) | VERIFY STEAM<br>Integrating Indicator -Short<br>(K162631) | Comparison |
| Device Design<br>– components | Backing material with embossed<br>cavity containing temperature<br>sensitive chemical and coloring<br>dye, wicking strip, covered with<br>laminated paper containing<br>labeling and windows. | Backing material with embossed<br>cavity containing temperature<br>sensitive chemical and coloring<br>dye, wicking strip, covered with<br>laminated paper containing<br>labeling and windows. | Identical |
| Indicator<br>agent | Proprietary formulation | Proprietary formulation | Identical |
| Sterilization<br>method and<br>cycles | Steam Sterilization Cycles:<br>• 250°F/121°C, 30 minutes<br>Gravity<br>• 270°F/132°C, 4 minutes<br>Dynamic Air Removal<br>• 270°F/132°C, 5 minutes<br>Dynamic Air Removal<br>• 270°F/132°C, 6 minutes<br>Dynamic Air Removal<br>• 270°F/132°C, 7 minutes<br>Dynamic Air Removal<br>• 270°F/132°C, 8 minutes<br>Dynamic Air Removal<br>• 270°F/132°C, 9 minutes<br>Dynamic Air Removal<br>• 270°F/132°C, 15 minutes<br>Gravity<br>• 273°F/134°C, 4 minutes<br>Dynamic Air Removal<br>• 275°F/135°C, 3 minutes<br>Dynamic Air Removal<br>• 275°F/135°C, 10 minutes<br>Gravity<br>Steam Sterilization Cycles<br>(IUSS):<br>• 270°F/132°C, 4 minutes<br>Dynamic Air Removal<br>• 270°F/132°C, 3 minutes<br>Gravity<br>• 270°F/132°C, 10 minutes<br>Gravity<br>• 275°F/135°C, 3 minutes<br>Dynamic Air Removal<br>• 275°F/135°C, 3 minutes<br>Gravity<br>• 275°F/135°C, 10 minutes<br>Gravity | Steam Sterilization Cycles:<br>• 250°F/121°C, 30 minutes<br>Gravity<br>• 270°F/132°C, 4 minutes<br>Dynamic Air Removal<br>• 270°F/132°C, 15 minutes<br>Gravity<br>• 270°F/132°C, 3 minutes<br>Gravity<br>• 270°F/132°C, 10 minutes<br>Gravity<br>• 275°F/135°C, 3 minutes<br>Dynamic Air Removal<br>• 275°F/135°C, 10 minutes<br>Gravity<br>• 275°F/135°C, 3 minutes<br>Gravity<br>Steam Sterilization Cycles<br>(IUSS): | Similar, the<br>proposed<br>device has<br>additional<br>cycle claims. |
| Feature | VERIFY STEAM<br>Integrating Indicator 5CM<br>(K213412) | VERIFY STEAM<br>Integrating Indicator -Short<br>(K162631) | Comparison |
| | • 270°F/132°C, 10 minutes<br>Dynamic Air Removal<br>• 270°F/132°C, 15 minutes<br>Gravity<br>• 273°F/134°C, 4 minutes<br>Dynamic Air Removal<br>• 275°F/135°C, 3 minutes<br>Dynamic Air Removal<br>• 275°F/135°C, 10 minutes<br>Gravity<br>Steam Sterilization Cycles (IUSS):<br>• 270°F/132°C, 4 minutes<br>Dynamic Air Removal<br>• 270°F/132°C, 3 minutes<br>Gravity<br>• 270°F/132°C, 10 minutes<br>Gravity<br>• 275°F/135°C, 3 minutes<br>Dynamic Air Removal<br>• 275°F/135°C, 3 minutes<br>Gravity<br>• 275°F/135°C, 10 minutes<br>Gravity | • 270°F/132°C, 4 minutes<br>Dynamic Air Removal<br>• 270°F/132°C, 3 minutes<br>Gravity<br>• 270°F/132°C, 10 minutes<br>Gravity<br>• 275°F/135°C, 3 minutes<br>Dynamic Air Removal<br>• 275°F/135°C, 3 minutes<br>Gravity<br>• 275°F/135°C, 10 minutes<br>Gravity | |
| Mechanism of action | Proprietary | Proprietary | Identical |
| Endpoint<br>specification | The end point is determined by<br>the migration of the steam<br>sensitive dye to an area marked<br>ACCEPT (OK) on the indicator.<br>Endpoint is reached at the stated<br>value (SV) for each claimed<br>temperature. Endpoint is not<br>reached at the stated value -15%<br>time and/or -1°C. | The end point is determined by<br>the migration of the steam<br>sensitive dye to an area marked<br>ACCEPT (OK) on the indicator.<br>Endpoint is reached at the stated<br>value (SV) for each claimed<br>temperature. Endpoint is not<br>reached at the stated value -15%<br>time and/or -1°C. | Identical |
| Comparison<br>of integrator<br>stated values<br>at biological<br>indicator<br>growth-<br>negative cycle<br>conditions | Integrator does not reach<br>endpoint before the biological<br>indicator is inactivated. | Integrator does not reach<br>endpoint before the biological<br>indicator is inactivated. | Identical |
| Feature | VERIFY STEAM<br>Integrating Indicator 5CM<br>(K213412) | VERIFY STEAM<br>Integrating Indicator -Short<br>(K162631) | Comparison |
| Standard/<br>Guidance | Conforms to:<br>• Guidance for Industry and<br>FDA Staff: Premarket<br>Notification [510(k)]<br>Submissions for Chemical<br>Indicators<br>• ANSI/AAMI/ISO 11140-<br>1:2014: Sterilization of<br>Health Care Products –<br>Chemical Indicators – Part 1:<br>General Requirements | Conforms to:<br>• Guidance for Industry and<br>FDA Staff: Premarket<br>Notification [510(k)]<br>Submissions for Chemical<br>Indicators<br>• ANSI/AAMI/ISO 11140-<br>1:2014: Sterilization of<br>Health Care Products –<br>Chemical Indicators – Part 1:<br>General Requirements | Identical |
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#### STERIS Traditional 510(k) PREMARKET NOTIFICATION VERIFY |STEAM Integrating Indicator and VERIFY |STEAM Integrating Indicator 5CM
### 6. Summary of Nonclinical Tests
Performance testing to demonstrate substantial equivalence to the predicate has been completed and is summarized in Table 2 below.
| Test | Acceptance Criteria | Conclusion |
|----------------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|------------|
| Simulated Use Testing in<br>Claimed Sterilization Cycles | 100% pass under pass<br>conditions | PASS |
| Simulated Use Testing in<br>Claimed Sterilization Cycles | 100% fail under fail<br>conditions | PASS |
| Parallel performance as<br>biological indicator | Integrator does not reach<br>endpoint before the<br>biological indicator is<br>inactivated | PASS |
Table 2. Summary of nonclinical testing
# 7. Conclusion
Based on the intended use, technological characteristics and nonclinical performance data, the subject device (K213412) is as safe, as effective, and performs as well or better than the legally marketed predicate device (K162631), Class II (21 CFR 880.2800), product code JOJ.
Two short videos show you everything — or skip straight to the written tutorial if you'd rather read. You can reopen this any time from the Tutorial button in the top bar.
Part 1 — Search, results, and everyday workflows 16 min
Part 2 — Embeddings: the galaxy map 3 min
1. Search: exact and fuzzy
Type a phrase like "coronary artery calcification" into the search box. You get two kinds of results. Exact results match the literal phrase — prefix searches work ("coronary artery calcificati") but suffix searches do not. Fuzzy results match on the meaning and intent of your phrase rather than the exact words, and are sorted by relevance score. Hover over the Exact or Fuzzy badge on any row to see exactly why it matched.
Use the checkboxes above the results to narrow: SaMD keeps only software-only devices, AI / ML keeps only devices with AI.
Exact vs. fuzzy search: what's the difference?
Exact matches on the literal phrase (prefix search works, suffix does not). Fuzzy matches on the meaning and intent of the phrase rather than the exact words. Hover over the badge on any row to see why it matched.
You search "coronary artery calcification" and want only software devices with AI. What two filters do you apply?
Narrow by SaMD (software-only devices), then narrow by AI/ML (devices with AI).
2. The results table
Scroll right in the results table. The intended use is extracted for you — no need to open the PDF. The device story gives a high-level snapshot of what the device does and how it's used. The AI Performance sub-table shows each output name, acceptance criteria, observed values, and development/test dataset descriptions — the same format Innolitics uses for regulatory strategy outputs, and the fastest high-level fingerprint of an AI device. It is AI-generated but has been very reliable in practice.
Where do you find a device's intended use without opening the PDF?
Scroll right in the search results table. The intended use column is extracted for you; no need to dig into the 510(k) summary PDF.
What does the AI Performance sub-table show, and why is it useful?
Output name, acceptance criteria, observed values, development dataset description, and test dataset description. It's the same format we use for regulatory strategy output and Fast 510(k) input, and the fastest high-level fingerprint of an AI device. AI-generated but reliable in practice.
3. Judging fuzzy relevance
Fuzzy results trail off in relevance as you scroll. Use three signals to decide how far down to go: the fuzzy badge explanations, the intended use column, and whether your target output (e.g., Cobb angle) still appears in the AI Performance sub-table. Once it stops appearing, you're past the relevant zone. A top hit with a low score (~0.4) and a stretched explanation is a hint the closest predicates are far away — the project may be headed for De Novo. Note the fuzzy search is a pattern match: it doesn't handle negation ("not") well, and hardware devices can appear — filter by SaMD/AI ML to cut them.
How do you judge how far down fuzzy search results to go?
Use the relevancy signals: the fuzzy badge explanations, the intended use column, and whether the target output (e.g., Cobb angle) still appears in the AI Performance sub-table. Once it stops appearing, results are trailing off in relevancy.
4. Device detail page: chat and citations
Click a device name to open its detail page: device facts on the left, a chat window on the right. Ask something like "Describe the training data". The answer carries little citation bubbles — click one to jump to the highlighted passage in the source PDF, so you can verify every AI answer against the document. There's also a Download PDF button for sharing.
How do you verify an AI chat answer on the device detail page?
Click the citation bubbles to jump to the relevant highlight in the source document.
Reading rule for every project: how many summaries do you read in full?
At least the three most relevant 510(k) or De Novo summaries, in full. After that, use targeted chat questions to confirm your memory quickly. The tool supports this professional habit — it doesn't replace it.
5. Side-by-side comparison
Select multiple rows in the results table (aim for under ~10), then open the PDF Viewer tab. Ask one question — it goes to all selected devices in parallel, each with citations. This is the fastest way to compare and contrast devices: training data, PCCP scope, how they handled adding new scanners, and so on.
What does the side-by-side PDF viewer mode do?
Select multiple devices, open the PDF viewer tab, and ask one question (e.g., "Describe the training data"). It queries all selected devices simultaneously with citations, so you can compare and contrast quickly.
6. Collections
With rows selected, go to the Collections tab and create a labeled collection (e.g., "Cobb Angle Project"). Reload that selection any time — before a client call, pull up the collection and ask questions across all of its devices at once.
How do you save a set of selected devices for later use?
Select the rows, go to the Collections tab, and create a labeled collection (e.g., "Cobb Angle Project"). You can reload the selection anytime and carry it into the PDF viewer and other tabs that support selections.
7. Product codes and the regulations tree
Click a product code in the results to jump to it in the regulations tree — identification text, sibling product codes, and devices you can open in a PDF viewer on the right. Click a regulation number to see its identification, special controls, and related product codes. You can also search by product code or regulation number at the top of the tree. Always read the special controls if any exist for your device — it broadens your search and sharpens pre-kickoff research.
What can you do from the regulations tree view?
Browse product codes and regulation numbers, read the identification text and special controls, browse sibling product codes, open device PDFs on the right, and search by product code or regulation number at the top of the tree.
8. Chart view
Click Show Chart and segment by regulation number (or product code) to see which regulations dominate your result set. Clicking a regulation takes you into the regulations tree. Great for spotting that most matches are, say, hardware laparoscopic devices — a cue to go back and filter.
How do you see which regulations dominate a search result set?
Click "Show Chart" and segment by Regulation Number. Clicking a regulation takes you to the regulations tree.
9. The predicate graph
Open the Predicates tab for a family-tree view of predicate relationships. Click a node to trace its parents and children; selections from search carry over pre-selected. Commonly predicated devices are worth reading — a lot of people predicated them for a reason. The visual lineage is also handy on client calls, e.g. to show how a predicate family evolved and justify why your predicate still holds.
In the predicate graph, why are commonly predicated devices worth reading?
A lot of people predicated them for a reason. Clicking a node traces parents and children, and selections from search carry over pre-selected.
10. Embeddings: the galaxy map
The Embeddings tab plots every matching document in a 2-D "galaxy map" where semantically similar devices cluster together. Hover or click clusters to explore, and let AI label the clusters for you. Embeddings beat product codes for grouping: two devices can carry different product codes (LLZ vs. QIH) yet do the same thing — the embedding captures the meaning of the intended use and device story. This is also exactly how retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) works under the hood, and it makes a great visual on client calls.
Try it yourself
Head to the search page and work through a few of these AI/ML fuzzy searches to build intuition: perivascular fat on CT · aortic valve calcification opportunistic screening on noncontrast CT · breast cancer prediction on digital pathology slides · autism detection · gestational age prediction · a hearing aid that can also detect a pulse · foundation model based analysis of ECG · large language models · penetration test. Watch how the relevance scores, intended use, and AI Performance tables tell you when results stop being meaningful.