POWDER-FREE VINYL PATIENT EXAMINATION GLOVES

K992272 · Shanghai Cosmos Corp. · LYZ · Oct 1, 1999 · General Hospital

Device Facts

• Record ID: K992272
• Device Name: POWDER-FREE VINYL PATIENT EXAMINATION GLOVES
• Applicant: Shanghai Cosmos Corp.
• Product Code: LYZ · General Hospital
• Decision Date: Oct 1, 1999
• 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 hand of healthcare and similar personnel to prevent contamination between healthcare personnel and the patient's body, fluids, waste or environment.

Device Story

Disposable vinyl patient examination glove; worn by healthcare personnel on hands/fingers; acts as physical barrier to prevent cross-contamination between examiner and patient body, fluids, waste, or environment. Used in clinical settings. No electronic or software components.

Clinical Evidence

Bench testing only. Testing included physical and dimension testing (ASTM D-5250-92, AQL 4.0), FDA 1000 ml water fill test (AQL 2.5), and biocompatibility testing (primary skin irritation and sensitization). USP Iodine test used to verify powder-free status.

Technological Characteristics

Vinyl material; powder-free; disposable; meets ASTM D-5250-92 standards. Physical dimensions and pinhole integrity verified via AQL sampling. Biocompatible.

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

• Shanghai Super Gloves Co., Ltd. (K974120)

Submission Summary (Full Text)

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## SHANGHAI CUSMUS

NO.1. RONG XING ROAD, CHE DUN ZHEN, SONG JIANG COUNTY, CHINA SHANGHAT .. C/O: 11F, 201, NANKING E. RD., SEC. 3, TAIPEI, TAIWAN, R.O.C TEL/FAX: [phone]

#### OCT 1 1999

### 510(K) SUMMARY

This summary of 510(k) safety and effectiveness information is being submitted in accordance with the requirements of SMDA 1990 and 21 CFR § 807.92.

The assigned 510(k) number is: K992227 2

#### 1.Submitter's Identification:

Ms. CHIAN-LI HUNG de LEE SHANGHAI COSMOS CORP. No. 1. Rong Xing Road, Che Dun Zhen, Song Jiang County Shanghai, China

Date Summary Prepared: 25 May 1999

#### 2. Name of the Device:

SHANGHAI COSMOS CORP. Powder-free Vinyl Patient Examination Gloves

#### 3. Predicate Device Information:

Shanghai Super Gloves Co., Ltd. #K974120

#### 4. Device Description:

Classified by FDA's General and Plastic Surgery Device Panel as Class I, 21 CFR 880.6250, Powder-free Vinyl Patient Examination Glove, 80LYZ and meets all requirements of ASTM Standard D5250-92.

#### 5. Intended Use:

A patient examination glove is a disposable device intended for medical purposes that is worn on the hand of healthcare and similar personnel to prevent contamination between healthcare personnel and the patient's body, fluids, waste or environment.

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#### MANGHAI CUSMU NO.1. RONG XING ROAD, CHE DUN ZHEN, SONG JIANG COUNTY CHINA C/O: 11F. 201, NANKING E. RD., SEC. 3, TAIPEI, TAIWAN, TEL/FAX: [phone]

#### 6. Comparison to Predicate devices:

SHANGHAI COSMOS CORP. Powder-free Vinyl Patient Examination Gloves, is substantially equivalent in safety and effectiveness to the Shanghai Super Gloves Co., Ltd. Powder-free vinyl patient examination Gloves.

## 7, Discussion of Non-Clinical Tests Performed for Determination of Substantial Equivalence are as follows:

The standards used for SHANGHAI COSMOS CORP. Production are based on ASTM D-5250-92. All testing meets requirements for Physical and Dimensions Testing conducted on gloves, Inspection Level S-2, AQL 4.0.

The FDA 1000 ml. Water Fill Test was also conducted with samplings of AQL 2.5, Inspection Level S-4, meeting these requirements. Primary Skin Irritation and Skin Sensitization (allergic contact dermatitis) testing was conducted with results showing no primary skin irritant or sensitization reactions.

There are no special labeling claims and we do not claim our gloves as hypoallergenic on our labels.

A USP Iodine Test for Starch at finished inspection is conducted to insure that our gloves meet our "powder-free" claim. We adhere to all USP Iodine Test methodology and testing "powderresidue by weight" and are contracting with a laboratory to conduct particulate testing for added assurance. Final release testing consists of a light transmission test using a spectrophotometer.

#### 8. Discussion of Clinical Tests Performed:

Not Applicable - There is not hypoallergenic claim.

#### 9.Conclusions:

SHANGHAI COSMOS CORP. Vinyl Patient Examination Gloves conform fully to ASTM D-5250-92 standards as well as applicable 21 CFR references, and meets pinhole FDA requirements, bio-compatibility requirements and labeling claims as shown by data in Section 7. There are no safety/efficacy issues or new claims from the " substantial equivalence" products cited.

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1 1999 OCT

Shanghai Cosmos Corporation C/O Ms. Susan D. Goldstein-Falk Official Correspondent MDI Consultants, Incorporated 55 Northern Boulevard, Suite 410 Great Neck, New York 11021

K992272 Re : Powder-Free Vinyl Patient Examination Trade Name: Gloves Regulatory Class: I Product Code: LYZ Dated: July 2, 1999 Received: July 7, 1999

Dear Ms. Goldstein-Falk:

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 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). 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 reqistration, 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 requlations affecting your device can be found in the Code of Federal Requlations, 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 In addition, FDA may publish further announcements action. 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 requlation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21CFR 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/dsma/dsmamain.html".

Sincerely yours,

Timothy A. Ulatowski

Directbr Division of Dental, Infection Control, and General Hospital Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health

Enclosure

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# 510(k) Number (if known): _K 99 J372

SHANGHAI COSMOS CORP. Device Name: Powder-Free Vinyl Patient Examination Gloves

#### 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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Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE)

Clins. Lin

(Division Sign-Off) Division of Dental, Infection Control, and General Hospital Devic 510(k) Number

Prescription Use (Per 21 CFR 801.109)

OR

Over-The-Counter Use
(Optional Format 1-2-96)