← Product Code [FMI](/submissions/HO/subpart-f%E2%80%94general-hospital-and-personal-use-therapeutic-devices/FMI) · K963571 # VYGON MULTI-DOSE VIAL ADAPTER & BIONECTOR (K963571) _Vygon Corp. · FMI · Jun 2, 1997 · General Hospital · SESE_ **Canonical URL:** https://fda.innolitics.com/submissions/HO/subpart-f%E2%80%94general-hospital-and-personal-use-therapeutic-devices/FMI/K963571 ## Device Facts - **Applicant:** Vygon Corp. - **Product Code:** [FMI](/submissions/HO/subpart-f%E2%80%94general-hospital-and-personal-use-therapeutic-devices/FMI.md) - **Decision Date:** Jun 2, 1997 - **Decision:** SESE - **Submission Type:** Traditional - **Regulation:** 21 CFR 880.5570 - **Device Class:** Class 2 - **Review Panel:** General Hospital ## Indications for Use The Multi-Dose Vial Adapter & Bionector is intended to enable clinicians to withdraw quantities of solution multiple times from vials without the need to use needles. ## Device Story Device consists of Multi-Dose Vial Adapter and Bionector; enables needle-free access to medication vials. Clinicians attach adapter to vial and Bionector to IV line/syringe; facilitates repeated fluid withdrawal without needle use. Used in clinical settings to reduce needlestick injury risk and maintain closed system integrity during medication preparation and administration. ## Clinical Evidence No clinical data provided; bench testing only. ## Technological Characteristics Needle-free access system; mechanical vial adapter and connector interface. Materials and sterilization methods consistent with standard medical device requirements for fluid path components. ## Regulatory Identification A hypodermic single lumen needle is a device intended to inject fluids into, or withdraw fluids from, parts of the body below the surface of the skin. The device consists of a metal tube that is sharpened at one end and at the other end joined to a female connector (hub) designed to mate with a male connector (nozzle) of a piston syringe or an intravascular administration set. ## 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 Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850 VYGON Corporation C/O Ms. Anne Marie Cesario Director, Regulatory Affairs Schiff & Company® 1129 Bloomfield Avenue West Caldwell, New Jersey 07006 Re: K963571 Trade Name: VYGON Multi-Dose Vial Adapter & Bionector Regulatory Class: II Product Code: FMI Dated: April 30, 1997 Received: May 1, 1997 JUN - 2 1997 Dear Ms. Cesario: 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 {1} Page 2 - Ms. Cesario 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. 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} 510(k) Premarket Notification Vygon Multi-Dose Vial Adapter & Bionector 510(k) Number (if known): Not assigned yet Device Name: Multi-Dose Vial Adapter & Bionector Indications for Use: The Multi-Dose Vial Adapter & Bionector is intended to enable clinicians to withdraw quantities of solution multiple times from vials without the need to use needles. (PLEASE DO NOT WRITE BELOW THIS LINE - CONTINUE ON ANOTHER PAGE IF NEEDED) Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE) Prescription Use ☑ or Over-The-Counter Use (Per 21 CFR 801.109) (Optional Format 1-2-96) (Division Sign-Off) *Patricia Cricente* Division of Dental, Infection Control, and General Hospital Devices 510(k) Number *K963571* Prepared by Schiff & Company, West Caldwell, NJ Page 9 --- **Source:** [https://fda.innolitics.com/submissions/HO/subpart-f%E2%80%94general-hospital-and-personal-use-therapeutic-devices/FMI/K963571](https://fda.innolitics.com/submissions/HO/subpart-f%E2%80%94general-hospital-and-personal-use-therapeutic-devices/FMI/K963571) **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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