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# ACUPUNCTURE NEEDLES (K964861)

_C.A.M. Supply, Inc. · MQX · May 29, 1997 · General Hospital · SESE_

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## Device Facts

- **Applicant:** C.A.M. Supply, Inc.
- **Product Code:** [MQX](/submissions/HO/subpart-f%E2%80%94general-hospital-and-personal-use-therapeutic-devices/MQX.md)
- **Decision Date:** May 29, 1997
- **Decision:** SESE
- **Submission Type:** Traditional
- **Regulation:** 21 CFR 880.5580
- **Device Class:** Class 2
- **Review Panel:** General Hospital
- **Attributes:** Therapeutic

## Indications for Use

The acupuncture needles are devices used by licensed practitioners which are intended to pierce the skin in the practice of acupuncture by qualified practitioners of acupuncture as determined by the states.

## Device Story

Acupuncture needles used by licensed practitioners to pierce skin for acupuncture therapy. Device consists of sterile, single-use needles. Operated by qualified acupuncture practitioners in clinical settings. Output is physical skin penetration for therapeutic purposes.

## Clinical Evidence

No clinical data provided; bench testing only.

## Technological Characteristics

Sterile, single-use acupuncture needles. Manual operation. No electronic components or software.

## Regulatory Identification

An acupuncture needle is a device intended to pierce the skin in the practice of acupuncture. The device consists of a solid, stainless steel needle. The device may have a handle attached to the needle to facilitate the delivery of acupuncture treatment.

## Special Controls

*Classification.* Class II (special controls). The device, when it is an acupuncture point locator or a single use acupuncture needle, is exempt from the premarket notification procedures in subpart E of part 807 of this chapter subject to the limitations in § 880.9. Acupuncture needles must comply with the following special controls:(1) Labeling for single use only and conformance to the requirements for prescription devices set out in 21 CFR 801.109,
(2) Device material biocompatibility, and
(3) Device sterility.

## Submission Summary (Full Text)

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DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES
Public Health Service
MAY 29 1997
Food and Drug Administration
9200 Corporate Boulevard
Rockville MD 20850

C.A.M. Supply, Incorporated
C/O Mr. John N. Politis
Politis & Politis Attorney At Law
865 South Figueroa Street, Suite 1388
Los Angeles, California 90017

Re: K964861
Trade Name: Acupuncture Needles
Regulatory Class: II
Product Code: MQX
Dated: March 25, 1997
Received: March 27, 1997

Dear Mr. Politis:

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

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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

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510(k) Number (if known): K964861

Device Name: Acupuncture Needles

## INDICATIONS FOR USE:

The acupuncture needles are devices used by licensed practitioners which are intended to pierce the skin in the practice of acupuncture by qualified practitioners of acupuncture as determined by the states.

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Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE)

(Division Sign-Off) Patacca Cucente
Division of Dental, Infection Control, and General Hospital Devices
510(k) Number K964861

Prescription Use ☑
(Per 21 CFR 801.109)

OR

Over-The-Counter Use ☐

(Optional Format 1-2-96)

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