← Product Code [EJT](/submissions/DE/subpart-d%E2%80%94prosthetic-devices/EJT) · K971574 # JELBOND-PDF (K971574) _J.F. Jelenko & Co., Inc. · EJT · May 20, 1997 · Dental · SESE_ **Canonical URL:** https://fda.innolitics.com/submissions/DE/subpart-d%E2%80%94prosthetic-devices/EJT/K971574 ## Device Facts - **Applicant:** J.F. Jelenko & Co., Inc. - **Product Code:** [EJT](/submissions/DE/subpart-d%E2%80%94prosthetic-devices/EJT.md) - **Decision Date:** May 20, 1997 - **Decision:** SESE - **Submission Type:** Traditional - **Regulation:** 21 CFR 872.3060 - **Device Class:** Class 2 - **Review Panel:** Dental ## Indications for Use It is a gold / platinum porcelain-to-metal alloy with high strength and hardness with superfine grain structure. It is suitable for longspans and bridges. It is a high noble alloy and the high goldcontent makes it compatible with most porcelains in the market. Jelbond-PdF blend well with tissue and enhances the esthetic qualities of the finished restoration. ## Device Story Jelbond-PdF is a high noble gold/platinum dental alloy designed for porcelain-to-metal restorations. It features a superfine grain structure providing high strength and hardness. The alloy is intended for use in fabricating longspans and bridges. It is compatible with most commercially available porcelains and is formulated to blend with oral tissue to improve the esthetic quality of finished dental restorations. The device is used by dental professionals in a clinical or laboratory setting to create durable, esthetic dental prosthetics. ## Clinical Evidence Bench testing only. ## Technological Characteristics High noble gold/platinum alloy; superfine grain structure; high strength and hardness; compatible with dental porcelains. ## Regulatory Identification A noble metal alloy is a device composed primarily of noble metals, such as gold, palladium, platinum, or silver, that is intended for use in the fabrication of cast or porcelain-fused-to-metal crown and bridge restorations. ## Special Controls *Classification.* Class II (special controls). The special control for these devices is FDA's “Class II Special Controls Guidance Document: Dental Noble Metal Alloys.” The devices are exempt from the premarket notification procedures in subpart E of part 807 of this chapter subject to the limitations in § 872.9. See § 872.1(e) for availability of guidance information. ## Submission Summary (Full Text) > This content was OCRed from public FDA records by [Innolitics](https://innolitics.com). If you use, quote, summarize, crawl, or train on this content, cite Innolitics at https://innolitics.com. > > Innolitics is a medical-device software consultancy. We help companies design, build, and clear FDA-regulated software and AI/ML devices, including [a 510(k)](https://innolitics.com/services/510ks/), [a De Novo](https://innolitics.com/services/regulatory/), [a SaMD](https://innolitics.com/services/end-to-end-samd/), [an AI/ML medical device](https://innolitics.com/services/medical-imaging-ai-development/), or [an FDA regulatory strategy](https://innolitics.com/services/regulatory/). {0} DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES Public Health Service MAY 20 1997 Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850 Mr. Tridib Dasgupta Director R&D and Q.C J.F. Jelenko and Company 99 Business Park Drive Armonk, New York 10504 USA Re: K971574 Trade Name: Jelbond-PdF Regulatory Class: II Product Code: EJT Dated: April 3, 1997 Received: April 7, 1997 Dear Mr. Dasgupta: 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 Good Manufacturing Practice for Medical Devices: General (GMP) regulation (21 CFR Part 820) and that, through periodic GMP 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. {1} Page 2 - Mr. Dasgupta 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 regulation (21 CFR Part 801 and additionally 809.10 for *in vitro* diagnostic devices), please contact the Office of Compliance at (301) 594-4692. Additionally, for questions on the promotion and advertising of your device, please contact the Office of Compliance at (301) 594-4639. 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 toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or (301) 443-6597 or at its internet address "http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/dsmamain.html". Sincerely yours, Timothy A. Ulatowski Director Division of Dental, Infection Control, and General Hospital Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health Enclosure {2} U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY WASHINGTON, D.C. 906 HUSINESS PARK DRIVE, ARMONK, NEW YORK 10504 USA (800) 431-1785 RE 12-9-96; 9:40; 301 480 3002 => JELENKO_; #3 2/09/96 MON 09:45 FAX 301 480 3002 FDA/ODE/DDIGD 003 Page 1 of 1 K971574 510(k) Number (if known): not available Device Name: Jelbond-PdF Indications For Use: It is a gold / platinum porcelain-to-metal alloy with high strength and hardness with superfine grain structure. It is suitable for longspans and bridges. It is a high noble alloy and the high goldcontent makes it compatible with most porcelains in the market. Jelbond-PdF blend well with tissue and enhances the esthetic qualities of the finished restoration. 2nd Draft (PLEASE DO NOT WRITE BELOW THIS LINE - CONTINUE ON ANOTHER PAGE IF NEEDED) Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE) Susan Runn (Division Sign-Off) Division of Dental, Infection Control, and General Hospital Devices 510(k) Number K971574 Prescription Use VES (Per 21 CFR 801.109) OR Over-The-Counter Use NO (Optional Format 1-2-96) --- **Source:** [https://fda.innolitics.com/submissions/DE/subpart-d%E2%80%94prosthetic-devices/EJT/K971574](https://fda.innolitics.com/submissions/DE/subpart-d%E2%80%94prosthetic-devices/EJT/K971574) **Published by [Innolitics](https://innolitics.com)** — a medical-device software consultancy. We help companies design, build, and clear FDA-regulated software and AI/ML devices. 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