← Product Code [HQY](/submissions/OP/subpart-f%E2%80%94therapeutic-devices/HQY) · K972717

# RUFF WORK EYEGEAR (K972717)

_Ruff House, Inc. · HQY · Aug 25, 1997 · Ophthalmic · SESE_

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## Device Facts

- **Applicant:** Ruff House, Inc.
- **Product Code:** [HQY](/submissions/OP/subpart-f%E2%80%94therapeutic-devices/HQY.md)
- **Decision Date:** Aug 25, 1997
- **Decision:** SESE
- **Submission Type:** Traditional
- **Regulation:** 21 CFR 886.5850
- **Device Class:** Class 1
- **Review Panel:** Ophthalmic

## Indications for Use

RUFF Work Eyegear sunglasses are intended for use by tradesmen and the general population. They are designed to protect the wearer's vision from the potentially harmful effects of sunlight (glare) and ultraviolet light.

## Device Story

RUFF Work Eyegear sunglasses provide eye protection for tradesmen and general users. Device functions as physical barrier against sunlight glare and ultraviolet radiation. Used in outdoor or high-light environments. No complex processing or electronic components involved.

## Clinical Evidence

No clinical data provided; bench testing only.

## Technological Characteristics

Non-electronic eyewear designed for glare and UV protection. No specific materials or standards cited.

## Regulatory 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

AUG 2 5 1997

Mr. Thomas C. Ruff RUFF House, Inc. 136 Commonwealth Rd. Rochester, NY 14618

Re: K972717 Trade Name: RUFF Work Eyewear Regulatory Class: 1 Product Code: 86 HQY Dated: July 14, 1997 Received: July 21, 1997

Dear Mr. Ruff:

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 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 verity 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 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) 594-4613. 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,

A Roerl forenthal

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): | __________                   |
|---------------------------|------------------------------|
| Device Name:              | RUFF Work Eyegear Sunglasses |

Indications For Use:
RUFF Work Eyegear sunglasses are intended for use by tradesmen and the general population.
They are designed to protect the wearer's vision from the potentially harmful effects of sunlight (glare) and ultraviolet light.(PLEASE DO NOT WRITE BELOW THIS LINE-CONTINUE ON ANOTHER PAGE IF NEEDED)

Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE)

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