← Product Code [LPL](/submissions/OP/subpart-f%E2%80%94therapeutic-devices/LPL) · K964528 # (LENSES) BENZ-G 3X (HIOXIFILCON B) SPHERICAL AND TORIC SOFT (HYDROPHILIC) CONTACT LENSES IN CLEAR AND WITH A BLUE TINT (K964528) _Benz Research and Development Corp. · LPL · Mar 7, 1997 · Ophthalmic · SESE_ **Canonical URL:** https://fda.innolitics.com/submissions/OP/subpart-f%E2%80%94therapeutic-devices/LPL/K964528 ## Device Facts - **Applicant:** Benz Research and Development Corp. - **Product Code:** [LPL](/submissions/OP/subpart-f%E2%80%94therapeutic-devices/LPL.md) - **Decision Date:** Mar 7, 1997 - **Decision:** SESE - **Submission Type:** Traditional - **Regulation:** 21 CFR 886.5925 - **Device Class:** Class 2 - **Review Panel:** Ophthalmic ## Indications for Use BENZ-G 3X Spherical (hioxifilcon B) soft (hydrophilic) contact lenses made from BENZ-G 3X (hioxifilcon B) optical blanks in clear or a blue visibility tint are indicated in daily wear for the correction of visual acuity in aphakic and/or non-aphakic persons with with non-diseased eyes. The Spherical lenses are available from +20.00 to -20.00 Diopters for persons who have up to 1.50 Diopters of astigmatism where the astagmatism does not interfere with visual acuity. BENZ-G 3X Toric (hioxifilcon B) soft (hydrophilic) contact lenses made from BENZ-G 3X (hioxifilcon B) optical blanks in clear or blue visibility tint are indicated in daily wear for the correction of visual acuity in aphakic and/or non-aphakic persons with with non-diseased eyes. The toric lenses are available from +20.00 to -20.00 Diopters and up to 4.50 Diopters of astigmatic correction. The material, BENZ-G 3X (hioxifilcon B), is a non-ionic polymer that may be disinfected using either the heat (thermal) or the chemical (not heat) disinfection system. ## Device Story BENZ-G 3X (hioxifilcon B) soft contact lenses; hemispherical shell shape; lathed from optical blanks. Material: non-ionic copolymer of 2-hydroxyethyl methacrylate (2-HEMA) and 2,3-Dihydroxypropyl methacrylate (GMA); 48% water content. Function: refracting medium to focus light on retina. Used for daily wear; prescribed by eye care professionals. Disinfection: compatible with heat or chemical systems. Benefit: visual acuity correction for aphakic/non-aphakic patients. ## Clinical Evidence Bench testing only. Pre-clinical studies included toxicology, microbiology (autoclave validation), lens compatibility, and preservative uptake tests. All results within normal limits. Shelf-life stability studies conducted per FDA 1994 Guidance Document. ## Technological Characteristics Non-ionic copolymer of 2-HEMA and GMA; 48% water content. Lathe-cut hemispherical shell. Spherical and Toric designs. Compatible with heat or chemical disinfection. Clear or blue visibility tint (no pigment leaching). ## Regulatory Identification A soft (hydrophilic) contact lens is a device intended to be worn directly against the cornea and adjacent limbal and scleral areas of the eye to correct vision conditions or act as a therapeutic bandage. The device is made of various polymer materials the main polymer molecules of which absorb or attract a certain volume (percentage) of water. ## Predicate Devices - BENZ-G 55 (5X) (bioxifilcon A) ## 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} 02/26/1997 15:46 770-442-5037 WALLY STIRLING PAGE 02 SUPPLEMENT to K964528 BENZ-G 3X (hioxifilcon B) JAN. 15, 1997 6.0 SUMMARY OF SAFETY AND EFFECTIVENESS MAR 10 1997 I. General Information: A. Generic (USAN) Name: hioxifilcon B B. Device Trade Name: BENZ-G 3X (hioxifilcon B) Spherical and Toric Soft (Hydrophilic) Contact Lenses for Daily Wear in Clear and with a Blue Visibility Tint C. Sponsor's Name and Address: BENZ Research and Development, Inc. 6447 Parkland Drive Sarasota, FL 24243 (941) 758-8256 D. 510(k) Number: K964528 II. Indications BENZ-G 3X Spherical (hioxifilcon B) soft (hydrophilic) contact lenses made from BENZ-G 3X (hioxifilcon B) optical blanks in clear or a blue visibility tint are indicated in daily wear for the correction of visual acuity in aphakic and/or non-aphakic persons with with non-diseased eyes. The Spherical lenses are available from +20.00 to -20.00 Diopters for persons who have up to 1.50 Diopters of astigmatism where the astagmatism does not interfere with visual acuity. BENZ-G 3X Toric (hioxifilcon B) soft (hydrophilic) contact lenses made from BENZ-G 3X (hioxifilcon B) optical blanks in clear or blue visibility tint are indicated in daily wear for the correction of visual acuity in aphakic and/or non-aphakic persons with with non-diseased eyes. The toric lenses are available from +20.00 to -20.00 Diopters and up to 4.50 Diopters of astigmatic correction. The material, BENZ-G 3X (hioxifilcon B), is a non-ionic polymer that may be disinfected using either the heat (thermal) or the chemical (not heat) disinfection system. III. Device Description BENZ-G 3X (hioxifilcon B) Spherical or Toric is lathed into a soft (hydrophilic) contact lens which is a hemispherical shell. The Toric has a Toric Base Curve. The non-ionic material, hioxifilcon B is a copolymer of 2-hydroxyethyl methrylate (2-HEMA) and 2,3-Dihydroxypropyl methacrylate (Glycerol Methacrylate, GMA). The copolymer consists of 52% BENZ-G 3X (hioxifilcon B) and 48% water by weight when immersed in normal saline solution buffered with sodium bicarbonate. {1} 510(k) NOTIFICATION for BENZ-G 3X (bioxifilcon B) Jan. 15, 1997 # 6.0 SUMMARY OF SAFETY AND EFFECTIVENESS The lens BENZ-G 3X (bioxifilcon B) is made from BENZ-G 3X (bioxifilcon B) optical buttons. When the lens is hydrated and placed on the cornea it acts as a refracting medium to focus light rays on the retina. BENZ-G 3X (bioxifilcon B) optical buttons with visibility tint were subjected to extraction studies and showed no identifiable evidence of tint pigment leeching. ## IV. Alternative Practices or Procedures Alternative practices or procedures are in the use of available prescription products Soft and RGP Contact Lenses and spectacles for the same indication. ## V. Technical Summaries ### A. Pre Clinical 1. Toxicology Toxikon ran all pre-clinical studies necessary for review for Class II daily wear soft (hydrophilic) contact lenses. Results were within normal limits. 2. Microbiology Relevant studies have been run and are included with this 510(k) notification. This includes autoclave validation. 3. Lens compatibility studies run by BENZ Research and Development included with this Notification in Section 6.3 "Lens Compatibility Studies" Conclusion: Within Normal limits 4. Lens Stability The Shelf life studies have been started by Metro Optics of Austin, Inc. and will be complete later in the year. The procedure is based on sample supplied by FDA in Guidance Document for 510(k) for Daily Wear Contact Lenses, May 1994. Study will be completed in late January 1997 to assure sterility to the one year duration. No product will be distributed until tests are complete and the FDA has approved manufacture and distribution. 5. Preservative Uptake Tests were run by ALCON and are included in this Notification in Sect 6.5 They fall within normal limits. This application includes application for Heat and Chemical (Not Heat) disinfection as the polymer as the polymer is Non-ionic. In house tests showing that heat 30 {2} 510(k) NOTIFICATION for BENZ-G 3X (bioxifilcon B) Jan. 15, 1997 # 6.0 SUMMARY OF SAFETY AND EFFECTIVENESS has no injurious effect on the lenses made of this polymer. BENZ-G 3X studies are on file at BENZ R&D and are included with this supplement. BENZ RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT, INC. will own the polymer BENZ-G 3X (bioxifilcon B) optical blanks in clear and with blue visibility tint and make the polymer available to any contact lens laboratory that will apply to the FDA through 510(k) Notification and be approved to manufacture and distribute soft (hydrophilic) contact lenses made from BENZ-G 3X. This summary of safety and effectiveness enclosed covers the bioxifilcon B lathe-cut lens made by BENZ Research and Development, Inc. A favorable recommendation from the FDA for the BENZ-G 3X (bioxifilcon B) Spherical and Toric Contact Lenses made from BENZ-G 3X (bioxifilcon B) in clear or with blue visibility Tint for daily wear use is anticipated. We feel that a review of notification will show that this polymer is close enough to the approved BENZ-G 55 (5X) (bioxifilcon A) (48% water as opposed to 58% water). The BENZ-G 55 (5X) was both safe and effective for its intended purpose of a daily wear contact lens. Should additional information be desired, please contact Wally Stirling, South East Regulatory Associates, Inc. 770-475-1668. 31 --- **Source:** [https://fda.innolitics.com/submissions/OP/subpart-f%E2%80%94therapeutic-devices/LPL/K964528](https://fda.innolitics.com/submissions/OP/subpart-f%E2%80%94therapeutic-devices/LPL/K964528) **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. If you're preparing [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/), [get in touch](https://innolitics.com/contact). **Cite:** Innolitics at https://innolitics.com