SUNGLASSES

K973490 · Tong Yang Optical Co. · HQY · Sep 30, 1997 · Ophthalmic

Device Facts

• Record ID: K973490
• Device Name: SUNGLASSES
• Applicant: Tong Yang Optical Co.
• Product Code: HQY · Ophthalmic
• Decision Date: Sep 30, 1997
• Decision: SESE
• Submission Type: Traditional
• Regulation: 21 CFR 886.5850
• Device Class: Class 1

Intended Use

Sunglasses (nonprescription) are devices that consist of spectacle frames or clips with absorbing, reflective, tinted, polarizing, or photosensitized lenses intended to be worn by a person to protect the eyes from bright sunlight but not to provide refractive corrections. This device is usually available over-the-counter.

Device Story

Nonprescription sunglasses consisting of spectacle frames or clips with absorbing, reflective, tinted, polarizing, or photosensitized lenses. Worn by individuals to protect eyes from bright sunlight. Device does not provide refractive correction. Available over-the-counter.

Clinical Evidence

No clinical data; bench testing only.

Technological Characteristics

Spectacle frames or clips with absorbing, reflective, tinted, polarizing, or photosensitized lenses. Non-refractive.

Indications for Use

Indicated for individuals requiring eye protection from bright sunlight. Not intended for refractive correction. Available for over-the-counter use.

Regulatory Classification

Identification

Sunglasses (nonprescription) are devices that consist of spectacle frames or clips with absorbing, reflective, tinted, polarizing, or photosensitized lenses intended to be worn by a person to protect the eyes from bright sunlight but not to provide refractive corrections. This device is usually available over-the-counter.

Submission Summary (Full Text)

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Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850

SEP 3 0 1997

Mr. Jae Yul Park Tong Yang Optical Co. C.P.O Box 193 Daegu, Republic of Korea 700-600

Re: K973490 Trade Name: Sunglasses Regulatory Class: I Product Code: 86 HQY Dated: June 16, 1997 Received: September 15, 1997

Dear Mr. Park:

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 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 (Premarket Approval), 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 895. A substantially equivalent determination assumes compliance with the Current Good Manufacturing Practice requirements, as set forth in the Quality System Regulation (QS) for Medical Devices: General regulation (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 through 542 of the Act for devices under the Electronic Product Radiation Control provisions, or other Federal laws or regulations.

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This letter will allow you to begin marketing your devices as described in your 510(k) premarket notification. The FDA finding of substantial equivalence of your devices to a legally marketed predicate devices results in a classification for your devices and thus, permits your devices to proceed to the market.

If you desire specific advice for your devices on our labeling regulation (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 devices, please contact the Office of Compliance at [phone]. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (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 tollfree number [phone] or at [phone].

Sincerely yours,

Alvey L. Rosenthal

A. Ralph Rosenthal, M.D. Director Division of Ophthalmic Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health

Enclosure

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510(k) Number (if known): K973490

Device Name: Sunglasses

Indications For Use:

Sunglasses (nonprescription) are devices that consist of spectacle frames or clips with absorbing, reflective, tinted, polarizing, or photosensitized lenses intended to be worn by a person to protect the eyes from bright sunlight but not to provide refractive corrections. This device is usually available over-the-counter.

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Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE)

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Division of Ophthalmic Devices
510(k) Number K973490

Prescription Use (Per 21 CFR 801.109) OR

Over-The-Counter Use XXX

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