ALLEGIANCE NON STERILE POWDER FREE LOW PROTEIN LATEX EXAMIATION GLOVES

K972291 · Allegiance Healthcare Corp. · LYY · Jul 28, 1997 · General Hospital

Device Facts

• Record ID: K972291
• Device Name: ALLEGIANCE NON STERILE POWDER FREE LOW PROTEIN LATEX EXAMIATION GLOVES
• Applicant: Allegiance Healthcare Corp.
• Product Code: LYY · General Hospital
• Decision Date: Jul 28, 1997
• Decision: SESE
• Submission Type: Traditional
• Regulation: 21 CFR 880.6250
• Device Class: Class 1

Intended Use

A patient examination glove is a disposable device intended for medical purposes that is worn on the examiner's hand or finger to prevent contamination between patient and examiner.

Device Story

Disposable natural rubber latex examination gloves; non-sterile; powder-free. Manufactured via chlorination process to remove residual powder. Used by healthcare professionals in clinical settings to provide a barrier against contamination. Protects both patient and examiner during medical examinations. Performance verified through biocompatibility testing (skin irritation, sensitization) and physical barrier testing (leak tests, tensile strength).

Clinical Evidence

Bench testing only. Biocompatibility: passed primary skin irritation, intracutaneous reactivity, and skin sensitization (ISO 10993/USP XXIII). Physical: met ASTM D3578-95 for tensile strength and elongation; passed FDA 1000 mL leak test (21 CFR 800.20). Protein content: verified <50 µg/g using ASTM D5712-95 (Lowry method). Powder content: <2 mg/glove verified via vacuum filtration and negative iodine test.

Technological Characteristics

Natural rubber latex; non-sterile; powder-free (chlorinated). Sizes: S, M, L, XL. Complies with ASTM D3578-95. Biocompatibility per ISO 10993/USP XXIII. Protein content <50 µg/g (ASTM D5712-95).

Indications for Use

Indicated for use as a disposable medical glove worn on the examiner's hand or finger to prevent cross-contamination between patient and examiner.

Regulatory Classification

Identification

A non-powdered patient examination glove is a disposable device intended for medical purposes that is worn on the examiner's hand or finger to prevent contamination between patient and examiner. A non-powdered patient examination glove does not incorporate powder for purposes other than manufacturing. The final finished glove includes only residual powder from manufacturing.

Predicate Devices

• Flexam Examination Gloves (latex)

Submission Summary (Full Text)

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Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850

Ms. Maryalice Smith Regulatory Affairs Manager JUL 28 1997 Allegiance Healthcare Corporation 1500 Waukeqan Road #K McGraw Park, Illinois 60085

K972291 Re : Trade Name: Alleqiance Non Sterile Powder Free Latex Examination Glove With Protein Labeling Claim Requlatory Class: I Product Code: LYY Dated: May 28, 1997 Received: June 19, 1997

Dear Ms. Smith:

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 The general controls provisions of the Act of the Act. include requirements for annual registration, listing of devices, qood manufacturing practice, labeling, and prohibitions aqainst 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 requlations affecting your device can be found in the Code of Federal Requlations, Title 21, Parts 800 to 895. ਉ 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 regulation may result in regulatory action. In addition, FDA may publish further announcements 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 \

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through 542 of the Act for devices under the Electronic Product Radiation Control provisions, or other Federal laws or requlations.

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 [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 one regarders fication" (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 [phone] or [phone] or at its internet address "http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/dsmamain.html".

Sincerely yours,

Patriccia Guerite/for

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

Enclosure

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Allegiance Healthcare Corporation 1500 Waukagan Road McGaw Park, Illinols 60085-6787
847.473.1600 FAX: [phone]

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| Applicant: | Allegiance Healthcare Corporation |
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| 510(k) Number (if known) | K972291 |
| Device Name: | Non Sterile Powder-Free Latex Examination Gloves with a Protein Label Claim |
| Indications For Use: | A patient examination glove is a disposable device intended for medical purposes that is worn on the examiner's hand or finger to prevent contamination between patient and examiner. |

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| Division of Dental, Infection Control, and General Hospital Devices | Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE) |
| 510(k) Number | 4972291 |
| Prescription Use<br>(Per 21 CFR 801.109) | cr |
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### JUL 28 1997

#### K972291 XIII.510(k) SUMMARY Allegiance Healthcare Corporation Applicant: 1500 Waukegan Road, Bldg. K McGaw Park, IL 60085 Contact Person: Maryalice Smith, [phone] 2. Manufacturing and Allegiance Healthcare Sdn. Bhd. Chlorination Facility: Plot 87 Kampung Jawa Bayan Lepas, Penang, West Malaysia 11900 Digitcare Corporation Sdn. Bhd. 3. Chlorination Facility: Lot 3 Jalan 1/113A, Batu 4 1/2, Jalan Kelang Lama, Kilang Yee Seng, 58000 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Maxi Support Sdn. Bhd. 99-L Lorong Perak 4, Kawasan Perusahaan Mergong. 05150 Alor Setar, Kedah Darul Aman, Malaysia.

- 5. The Powder-Free Non-Sterile Latex Examination Gloves, with a protein label claim, are substantially equivalent to the Flexam Powdered Non-Sterile Examination Glove in regard to the material, design, physical characteristics and intended use.
A battery of performance tests were conducted, verifying the acceptability of this product for its intended use. The Powder-Free Non-Sterile Latex Examination Gloves with a protein label claim were subjected to biological evaluation. The gloves passed the acceptability criteria for primary skin irritation, intracutaneous reactivity and skin sensitization as outlined in ISO 10993 1/USP XXIII. In addition, the product was found acceptable based on chemical analysis of materials. Test methods for inspection of gloves and for chemical, biocompatibility and physical testing are listed in Appendix C of this document. The leak test method employed is the FDA 1000 mL test method which is described in 21 CFR §800.20.

This product meets the requirement specified in ASTM Standard Specification for Rubber Examiniation Gloves D3578-95.

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## XIII. 510(k) SUMMARY (Con't)

#### 7. Physical Characteristics:

See Appendix C, Page 37 for detailed summary

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- This product will be marketed non-sterile in sizes small, medium, large and 8. extra large.. Dimensions of the medium glove is as follows:

| Size: Medium | | |
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| Length (cm) | min. 23.0 | min. 23.0 |
| Width (cm) | 9.8-10.0 | 8.5-10.5 |
| Thickness (cm) | | |
| Cuff | 0.13 mm<br>(min.) | NA |
| Palm | 0.19 mm<br>(min.) | 0.08 mm (min.) |
| Finger | 0.20 mm<br>(min.) | 0.08 mm (min.) |

- 9. Powder manufactured by Roquette America, Inc., Keokuk, Iowa 52632, (NDA 85-356) is used during manufacture. Powders which may be present due to the manufacturing process are removed through chlorination. The Quality Assurance method is included in Appendix E. No special claims are made for this product and the product is not expiration dated.

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# XIV. STATEMENT OF SAFETY AND EFFECTIVENESS

#### 510(k) SUMMARY OF SAFETY AND EFFECTIVENESS POWDER-FREE NON-STERILE LATEX EXAMINATION GLOVESWITH A PROTEIN LABEL CLAIM

| Manufacturer: | Allegiance Healthcare Sdn. Bhd.<br>Plot 87 Kampung Jawa<br>Bayan Lepas<br>Penang, West Malaysia 11900 |
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| Regulatory Affairs Contact: | Maryalice Smith<br>1500 Waukegan Road, Bldg. K<br>McGaw Park, IL 60085 |
| Telephone: | [phone] |
| Date Summary Prepared: | May, 1997 |
| Product Trade Name: | Powder-Free Non-Sterile Latex Examination Gloves with a<br>Protein Label Claim |
| Common Name: | Patient Examination Glove |
| Classification: | Glove, Examination (Latex) |
| Predicate Devices: | Flexam Examination Gloves (latex). |
| Description: | The Powder Free Non Sterile Examination gloves with a<br>protein label claim are formulated using in-house<br>compounded latex and offered non-sterile. |
| Intended Use: | Powder-Free Non-Sterile Latex Examination gloves with a<br>protein label claim. Gloves are a disposable device<br>intended for medical purposes that are worn on the<br>examiner's hand or finger to prevent contamination<br>between patient and examiner. |

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## XIV. STATEMENT OF SAFETY AND EFFECTIVENESS

#### 510(k) SUMMARY OF SAFETY AND EFFECTIVENESS (con't) POWDER-FREE NON-STERILE LATEX EXAMINATION GLOVES WITH A PROTEIN LABEL CLAIM

| Substantial Equivalence | Powder Free Non-Sterile Examination Gloves with a<br>protein label claim are substantially equivalent to the<br>Flexam Non-Sterile Examination Gloves in that they<br>provide the following characteristics:<br>- intended use<br>- size, configuration, packaging<br>- made of natural rubber latex<br>- tensile strength and thickness profiles | |
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| Summary of Testing: | Test | Result |
| | Intracutaneous Reactivity | Glove does not elicit<br>irritation following<br>intradermal injection of<br>extracts. |
| | Kligman Maximization | Glove does not display<br>sensitization potential to<br>produce skin sensitization |
| | Ultimate Elongation<br>& Tensile Strength | Glove meets or exceeds<br>requirements for rubber |

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Barrier Defects

examination gloves per ASTM D3578-95.

Glove meets or exceeds requirements per 21 CFR

ASTM D3578-95, AQL=4.0.

§800.20 and

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# XIV. STATEMENT OF SAFETY AND EFFECTIVENESS

#### 510(k) SUMMARY OF SAFETY AND EFFECTIVENESS (con't) POWDER-FREE NON-STERILE LATEX EXAMINATION GLOVES WOTH A PROTEIN LABEL CLAIM

Summary of Testing:

Test

Data/Test Method

Gloves meet powder level requirements for "Powder Free" designation using the vacuum filtration method plus a negative iodine test. Results generated values below the 2mg/glove cornstarch.

Result

Gloves meet requirements for a low protein claim designation of 50 microgram or less of total water extractable protein per gram per glove using the ASTM Lowry test method (ASTM 5712-95).