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- Subpart B—Diagnostic DevicesCFR Sub-Part
- Subpart C—General Hospital and Personal Use Monitoring DevicesCFR Sub-Part
- Subpart D—Prosthetic DevicesCFR Sub-Part
- Subpart E—Neurological Surgical DevicesCFR Sub-Part
- Subpart E—Surgical DevicesCFR Sub-Part
- EMFKnife, Surgical1Product Code
- EPTMicroscope, Surgical1Product Code
- EPWSupport, Head, Surgical, Ent1Product Code
- OEJTransurethral Electrosurgical Unit, Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia2Product Code
- FAZSystem, Cryosurgical, Liquid Nitrogen, For Urology2Product Code
- OEKWater-Induced Thermotherapy System, Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia2Product Code
- GAGStapler, Surgical2Product Code
- DWGElectrosurgical Device2Product Code
- DWHBlade, Saw, Surgical, Cardiovascular1Product Code
- DWISaw, Electrically Powered1Product Code
- DWONeedle, Biopsy, Cardiovascular1Product Code
- QQSStapler, Skin1Product Code
- BTAPump, Portable, Aspiration (Manual Or Powered)2Product Code
- BWAUnit, Electrosurgical And Coagulation, With Accessories2Product Code
- BWNTable And Attachments, Operating-Room1Product Code
- BWPShoe And Shoe Cover, Conductive1Product Code
- FGYCannula, Injection1Product Code
- FHMApparatus, Suturing, Stomach And Intestinal1Product Code
- FHRNeedle, Gastro-Urology1Product Code
- FMKSingle Use Only Blood Lancet With An Integral Sharps Injury Prevention Feature2Product Code
- FNWPad, Kelly2Product Code
- FQOTable, Operating-Room, Ac-Powered1Product Code
- FQPLamp, Operating-Room2Product Code
- FSETable, Operating-Room, Manual1Product Code
- FSHTray, Surgical, Needle1Product Code
- FSMTray, Surgical, Instrument1Product Code
- FSOMicroscope, Surgical, General & Plastic Surgery1Product Code
- FSPLoupe, Diagnostic/Surgical1Product Code
- FSQLight, Surgical, Instrument2Product Code
- FSSLight, Surgical, Floor Standing2Product Code
- FSTLight, Surgical, Fiberoptic2Product Code
- FSWLight, Surgical, Endoscopic2Product Code
- FSXLight, Surgical, Connector2Product Code
- FSYLight, Surgical, Ceiling Mounted2Product Code
- FSZLight, Surgical, Carrier2Product Code
- FTALight, Surgical, Accessories2Product Code
- FTCLight, Ultraviolet, Dermatological2Product Code
- FTDLamp, Surgical2Product Code
- FTFIlluminator, Non-Remote2Product Code
- FTGIlluminator, Remote2Product Code
- FTHCamera, Still, Microsurgical1Product Code
- FTSCamera, Cine, Endoscopic, With Audio1Product Code
- FTTCamera, Still, Surgical1Product Code
- FTXMirror, General & Plastic Surgery1Product Code
- FTYTape, Measuring, Rulers And Calipers1Product Code
- FWBCamera, Television, Surgical, Without Audio1Product Code
- FWCCamera, Television, Surgical, With Audio1Product Code
- FWDCamera, Television, Microsurgical, Without Audio1Product Code
- FWECamera, Television, Microsurgical, With Audio1Product Code
- FWFCamera, Television, Endoscopic, Without Audio1Product Code
- FWGCamera, Television, Endoscopic, With Audio1Product Code
- FWHCamera, Cine, Surgical, Without Audio1Product Code
- FWICamera, Cine, Surgical, With Audio1Product Code
- FWJCamera, Cine, Microsurgical, Without Audio1Product Code
- FWKCamera, Cine, Microsurgical, With Audio1Product Code
- FWLCamera, Cine, Endoscopic, Without Audio1Product Code
- FWWTable, Operating-Room, Pneumatic1Product Code
- FWXTable, Operating-Room, Mechanical1Product Code
- FWYTable, Operating-Room, Non-Electrical1Product Code
- FWZOperating Room Accessories Table Tray1Product Code
- FXMCamera, Still, Endoscopic1Product Code
- FXNTape, Camera, Surgical1Product Code
- FXQLens, Camera, Surgical1Product Code
- FXRHolder, Camera, Surgical1Product Code
- FXSFrame, Camera, Surgical1Product Code
- FXTFilm, Camera, Surgical1Product Code
- FXWShoes, Operating-Room1Product Code
- FYEDress, Surgical1Product Code
- FYFCap, Surgical1Product Code
- FZKChair, Surgical, Non-Electrical1Product Code
- FZMStool, Operating-Room1Product Code
- FZOChisel, Surgical, Manual1Product Code
- FZPClip, Implantable2Product Code
- FZQClip, Removable (Skin)1Product Code
- FZRContractor, Surgical1Product Code
- FZSCurette, Surgical, General Use1Product Code
- FZTCutter, Surgical1Product Code
- FZWExpander, Surgical, Skin Graft1Product Code
- FZXGuide, Surgical, Instrument1Product Code
- FZYHammer, Surgical1Product Code
- FZZMarker, Skin1Product Code
- GAANeedle, Aspiration And Injection, Disposable1Product Code
- GABNeedle, Suturing, Disposable1Product Code
- GACRasp, Surgical, General & Plastic Surgery1Product Code
- GADRetractor1Product Code
- GAESnare, Surgical1Product Code
- GAFSpatula, Surgical, General & Plastic Surgery1Product Code
- GAHStylet, Surgical, General & Plastic Surgery1Product Code
- GAIStripper, Vein, Reusable1Product Code
- GAJStripper, Vein, Disposable1Product Code
- GAKSuture, Absorbable2Product Code
- GALSuture, Absorbable, Natural2Product Code
- GAMSuture, Absorbable, Synthetic, Polyglycolic Acid2Product Code
- GANSuture, Absorbable, Synthetic2Product Code
- GAOSuture, Nonabsorbable2Product Code
- GAPSuture, Nonabsorbable, Silk2Product Code
- GAQSuture, Nonabsorbable, Steel, Monofilament And Multifilament, Sterile2Product Code
- GARSuture, Nonabsorbable, Synthetic, Polyamide2Product Code
- GASSuture, Nonabsorbable, Synthetic, Polyester2Product Code
- GATSuture, Nonabsorbable, Synthetic, Polyethylene2Product Code
- GAWSuture, Nonabsorbable, Synthetic, Polypropylene2Product Code
- GBACatheter, Balloon Type1Product Code
- GBBChair, Surgical, Ac-Powered1Product Code
- GBCLamp, Surgical, Incandescent2Product Code
- GBNCatheter, Pediatric, General & Plastic Surgery1Product Code
- GBOCatheter, Nephrostomy, General & Plastic Surgery1Product Code
- GBPCatheter, Multiple Lumen1Product Code
- GBQCatheter, Continuous Irrigation1Product Code
- GBSCatheter, Ventricular, General & Plastic Surgery1Product Code
- GBWCatheter, Peritoneal1Product Code
- GBXCatheter, Irrigation1Product Code
- GBYCatheter, Eustachian, General & Plastic Surgery1Product Code
- GBZCatheter, Cholangiography1Product Code
- GCBNeedle, Catheter1Product Code
- GCCDilator, Catheter1Product Code
- GCDConnector, Catheter1Product Code
- GCEAdaptor, Catheter1Product Code
- GCYApparatus, Suction, Single Patient Use, Portable, Nonpowered1Product Code
- GCZRetainer, Surgical1Product Code
- GDCTable, Operating-Room, Electrical1Product Code
- GDFGuide, Needle, Surgical1Product Code
- GDGHook, Surgical, General & Plastic Surgery1Product Code
- GDHGouge, Surgical, General & Plastic Surgery1Product Code
- GDIDissector, Surgical, General & Plastic Surgery1Product Code
- GDJClamp, Surgical, General & Plastic Surgery1Product Code
- GDLNeedle, Suturing, Reusable1Product Code
- GDMNeedle, Aspiration And Injection, Reusable1Product Code
- GDNKnife, Amputation1Product Code
- GDOApplier, Surgical, Clip1Product Code
- GDRSaw, Manual And Accessories1Product Code
- GDTStaple, Removable (Skin)1Product Code
- GDWStaple, Implantable2Product Code
- GDXScalpel, One-Piece1Product Code
- GDYGauze/Sponge, Internal, X-Ray Detectable1Product Code
- GDZHandle, Scalpel1Product Code
- GEACannula, Surgical, General & Plastic Surgery1Product Code
- GECBrush, Scrub, Operating-Room1Product Code
- GEDBrush, Dermabrasion, Manual1Product Code
- GEEBrush, Biopsy, General & Plastic Surgery1Product Code
- GEFApplier, Staple, Surgical,1Product Code
- GEGElevator, Surgical, General & Plastic Surgery1Product Code
- GEHUnit, Cryosurgical, Accessories2Product Code
- GEIElectrosurgical, Cutting & Coagulation & Accessories2Product Code
- GEJCarrier, Ligature1Product Code
- GENForceps, General & Plastic Surgery1Product Code
- GEOFile, Surgical, General & Plastic Surgery1Product Code
- GESBlade, Scalpel1Product Code
- GETMotor, Surgical Instrument, Pneumatic Powered1Product Code
- GEXPowered Laser Surgical Instrument2Product Code
- GEYMotor, Surgical Instrument, Ac-Powered1Product Code
- GFABlade, Saw, General & Plastic Surgery, Surgical1Product Code
- GFBHead, Surgical, Hammer1Product Code
- GFCDriver, Surgical, Pin1Product Code
- GFDDermatome1Product Code
- GFEBrush, Dermabrasion, Powered1Product Code
- GFFBur, Surgical, General & Plastic Surgery1Product Code
- GFGBit, Surgical1Product Code
- GFIOsteotome, Manual1Product Code
- GFJMallet, Surgical, General & Plastic Surgery1Product Code
- HABSaw, Powered, And Accessories1Product Code
- HAMApparatus, Electrosurgical2Product Code
- HBIIlluminator, Fiberoptic, Surgical Field2Product Code
- HBTApplier, Hemostatic Clip1Product Code
- HCFInstrument, Ligature Passing And Knot Tying1Product Code
- HJELamp, Fluorescein, Ac-Powered2Product Code
- HMPPad, Eye1Product Code
- HRBMicroscope, Operating, Non-Electric, Ophthalmic1Product Code
- HRMMicroscope, Operating & Accessories, Ac-Powered, Ophthalmic1Product Code
- HRQHemostat1Product Code
- HSOSaw1Product Code
- HTCPliers, Surgical1Product Code
- HTDForceps1Product Code
- HTEElevator1Product Code
- HTFCurette1Product Code
- HTRRasp1Product Code
- HTZInstrument, Cutting, Orthopedic1Product Code
- HWMOsteotome1Product Code
- HXDClamp1Product Code
- HXLMallet1Product Code
- HXRSpatula, Orthopedic1Product Code
- HXTTape, Orthopedic1Product Code
- HYAForceps, Wire Holding1Product Code
- JCXApparatus, Suction, Ward Use, Portable, Ac-Powered2Product Code
- JCYCatheter, Infusion1Product Code
- JEATable, Surgical With Orthopedic Accessories, Ac-Powered1Product Code
- JEBTable, Surgical With Orthopedic Accessories, Manual1Product Code
- JOSElectrode, Electrosurgical2Product Code
- JOTElectrode, Gel, Electrosurgical2Product Code
- JYCCannula, Ear1Product Code
- JYDChisel, Mastoid1Product Code
- KAMCannula, Sinus1Product Code
- KANChisel, Nasal1Product Code
- KCECannulae, Bronchial1Product Code
- KDCInstrument, Surgical, Disposable1Product Code
- KDDKit, Surgical Instrument, Disposable1Product Code
- KDGChisel (Osteotome)1Product Code
- KFKSaw, Pneumatically Powered1Product Code
- KGLCabinet, Phototherapy (Puva)2Product Code
- KGSRetention Device, Suture1Product Code
- KGWRing (Wound Protector), Drape Retention, Internal2Product Code
- KGYBag, Intestine1Product Code
- KGZAccessories, Catheter1Product Code
- KIKHook, Bone1Product Code
- KOXSolvent, Adhesive Tape1Product Code
- KOYDegreaser, Skin, Surgical1Product Code
- KOZBeads, Hydrophilic, For Wound Exudate Absorption1Product Code
- KQMCamera, Surgical And Accessories1Product Code
- LEJBooth, Sun Tan2Product Code
- LMFAgent, Absorbable Hemostatic, Collagen Based3Product Code
- LMGAgent, Absorbable Hemostatic, Non-Collagen Based3Product Code
- LROGeneral Surgery Tray2Product Code
- LRPTray, Surgical1Product Code
- LRWScissors, General, Surgical1Product Code
- LRYPunch, Surgical1Product Code
- LRZScrewdriver, Surgical1Product Code
- LSAVise, Bench, Surgical1Product Code
- LWGSurgical Table Cushion1Product Code
- LWKRazor, Surgical1Product Code
- LXKScrapper, Skin Specimen1Product Code
- LXZGuard, Instrument1Product Code
- LYVLabel Or Tag, Sterile1Product Code
- LZMGuard, Skin Graft1Product Code
- MCHClip, Hemostatic2Product Code
- MCZSuture Removal Kit1Product Code
- MDAElastomer, Silicone, For Scar Management1Product Code
- MDMInstrument, Manual, Surgical, General Use1Product Code
- MGOClosure, Wound, Adhesive1Product Code
- MIJNeedle, Tumor Localization1Product Code
- MJGDevice, Percutaneous, Biopsy1Product Code
- MKYSystem, Skin Closure1Product Code
- MOQBattery, Replacement, Rechargeable1Product Code
- MPNTissue Adhesive For The Topical Approximation Of Skin2Product Code
- MULGenerator, Electrosurgical, Coagulation, Cancer2Product Code
- MUUSystem, Suction, Lipoplasty2Product Code
- MVRDevice, Anastomotic, Microvascular2Product Code
- MWYSystem, Microwave, Hair Removal2Product Code
- MXGLamp, Uvc, (For Treating Skin And Wounds)2Product Code
- MXWSuture, Surgical, Nonabsorbable, Poly (Vinylidene Fluoride)2Product Code
- NABGauze / Sponge,Nonresorbable For External Use1Product Code
- NACDressing, Wound, Hydrophilic1Product Code
- NADDressing, Wound, Occlusive1Product Code
- NAEDressing, Wound, Hydrogel Without Drug And/Or Biologic1Product Code
- NBYSuture, Surgical, Nonabsorbable, Expanded, Polytetraflouroethylene2Product Code
- NCAClip, Implantable, For Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (Cabg)2Product Code
- NEHAnchor, Fascial2Product Code
- NEUMarker, Radiographic, Implantable2Product Code
- NEWSuture, Surgical, Absorbable, Polydioxanone2Product Code
- NEYSystem, Ablation, Microwave And Accessories2Product Code
- NJCClip, Vas Deferens2Product Code
- NJUSuture, Nonabsorbable, Nitinol2Product Code
- NJZExtractor, Vein1Product Code
- NLKNeedle, Biopsy, Cardiovascular, Reprocessed1Product Code
- NLLStaple, Implantable, Reprocessed2Product Code
- NMJClip, Implantable, Reprocessed2Product Code
- NMTNeedle, Catheter, Reprocessed1Product Code
- NMUNeedle, Gastro-Urology, Reprocessed1Product Code
- NNABiopsy Device, Percutaneous, Reprocessed1Product Code
- NNCNeedle, Aspiration And Needle, Reprocessed1Product Code
- NRBWound Cleaner, Ultrasound2Product Code
- NRJUltrasound, Skin Permeation2Product Code
- NTBSystem, Ablation, Ultrasound And Accessories2Product Code
- NUJElectrosurgical, Cutting & Coagulation Accessories, Laparoscopic & Endoscopic, Reprocessed2Product Code
- NUVMassager, Vacuum, Light Induced Heating2Product Code
- NVHSuture, Knot, Mechanical2Product Code
- NVJApplicator, Transurethral, Radio Frequency, For Stress Urinary Incontinence In Women2Product Code
- NWFDrill, Battery Powered, Subungual Hematoma1Product Code
- NWJSuture, Recombinant Technology2Product Code
- NXFGas, Laser Generating1Product Code
- NYSWound Dressing With Poly(Diallyl Dimethyl Ammonium Chloride)(Pdadmac)2Product Code
- OABLow Energy Direct Current Thermal Ablation System2Product Code
- ODRElectrosurgical Patient Return Electrode2Product Code
- OEIDrainage Catheter With Antibiotic2Product Code
- OELLaser, Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia2Product Code
- OHOFirst Aid Kit Without Drug1Product Code
- OHSLight Based Over The Counter Wrinkle Reduction2Product Code
- OHTLight Based Over-The-Counter Hair Removal2Product Code
- OHVFocused Ultrasound For Tissue Heat Or Mechanical Cellular Disruption2Product Code
- OJJBurn Kit Without Drug1Product Code
- OJRVacuum Powered Body Fluid Collection Kit2Product Code
- OJTAspiration Tray1Product Code
- OJUSkin Prep Tray1Product Code
- OJVSingle Use Instrument Tray1Product Code
- OUHSkin Resurfacing Rf Applicator2Product Code
- OUPPowered Surgical Instrument For Improvement In The Appearance Of Cellulite2Product Code
- OJWShave Prep Kit2Product Code
- OKJLight Based Treatment For Cold Sores Herpes Simplex Virus-12Product Code
- OKONegative Pressure Wound Therapy Non-Powered Suction Apparatus2Product Code
- OLPOver-The-Counter Powered Light Based Laser For Acne2Product Code
- OMDCutaneous Tissue Adhesive With Mesh2Product Code
- OMPNegative Pressure Wound Therapy Powered Suction Pump2Product Code
- ONEPowered Light Based Non-Laser Surgical Instrument2Product Code
- ONFPowered Light Based Non-Laser Surgical Instrument With Thermal Effect2Product Code
- ONGPowered Laser Surgical Instrument With Microbeam\Fractional Output2Product Code
- ONQElectrosurgical Coagulation For Aesthetic2Product Code
- OOKDermal Cooling Pack/Vacuum/Massager2Product Code
- ORECryogenic, Skin Tag Removal, Otc2Product Code
- ORKLaser Assisted Lipolysis2Product Code
- OTKWound Drain Catheter System2Product Code
- OUBInstrument For Treatment Of Hyperhidrosis2Product Code
- OVNSuture Kit2Product Code
- OXTPercutaneous Surgical Set With Attachments2Product Code
- OYWLaser, Cellulite Appearance2Product Code
- PAYOver-The-Counter Radiofrequency Coagulation Device For Wrinkle Reduction2Product Code
- PBXMassager, Vacuum, Radio Frequency Induced Heat2Product Code
- PBYTemporary Tissue Marker2Product Code
- PDGElectrosurgical Vessel And/Or Tissue Sealer. With Built-In Generator.2Product Code
- PDWInternal Tissue Marker2Product Code
- PDZLasers For Temporary Increase Of Clear Nail In Patients With Onychomycosis2Product Code
- PFPSilicone Hydrogel For Scar Management1Product Code
- PGZNon-Absorbable, Expandable, Hemostatic Sponge For Temporary Internal Use2Product Code
- PJKTissue Adhesive For Internal Use3Product Code
- PKDLaceration Tray1Product Code
- PKELaparoscopic Cholecystectomy Kit1Product Code
- PKOTransparent Patch For Use In Treatment Of Tattoos2Product Code
- QRKSingle Use Only Blood Lancet Without An Integral Sharps Injury Prevention Feature2Product Code
- PMCScalp Cooling System2Product Code
- PMXAbsorbable Collagen Hemostatic Agent With Thrombin3Product Code
- PNLMagnetic Surgical System2Product Code
- PODTemporary, Internal Use Hemostatic2Product Code
- PQIWound Retraction And Protection System2Product Code
- PSNLight Based Imaging2Product Code
- PTXSuture, Nonabsorbable, Steel, Monofilament And Multifilament, Sterile, Exempt2Product Code
- PUIDrape, Surgical, Exempt2Product Code
- PXNBasic Set-Up Tray1Product Code
- PXOBone Marrow Biopsy Tray1Product Code
- PXPBreast Biopsy / Localization Tray1Product Code
- QRLMultiple Use Blood Lancet For Single Patient Use Only2Product Code
- PXQBurn Dressing Tray1Product Code
- PXRCement And Bone Removal Kit1Product Code
- PXSCholecystectomy Kit1Product Code
- PXUFluid Drainage Tray1Product Code
- PXVGeneral Purpose Instrument Tray1Product Code
- PXWHerniorraphy Kit1Product Code
- PXXIncision Tray1Product Code
- PXYIrrigation Kit (Wounds)1Product Code
- PXZLaparascopic Sphincterotomy Kit1Product Code
- PYALiver Biopsy Kit1Product Code
- PYBMinor Surgical Procedures Tray1Product Code
- PYCParacentesis Tray1Product Code
- PYDPelviscopy Kit1Product Code
- PYEStaple Removal Kit1Product Code
- PYFSterile Puncture Tray1Product Code
- PYGSuction Catheter Kit1Product Code
- PYHSurgical Retractor Kit1Product Code
- PYIThoracic Catheter Insertion Tray1Product Code
- PYJUlcer Wound Tray1Product Code
- PYKVenous Ulcer Kit1Product Code
- PYLWound Drainage Kit1Product Code
- PZLExtracorporeal Shock Wave Device For Treatment Of Diabetic Foot Ulcers2Product Code
- PZQGeneral Laparoscopic Power Morcellation Containment System2Product Code
- QAIPowered Microneedle Device2Product Code
- QAUHemostatic Device For Endoscopic Gastrointestinal Use2Product Code
- QCRWound Autofluorescence Imaging Device2Product Code
- QCYLaser Absorbing Particles2Product Code
- QDFParathyroid Autofluorescence Detection Device2Product Code
- QDGParathyroid Autofluorescence Imaging Device2Product Code
- QRMMultiple Use Blood Lancet For Multiple Patient Use3Product Code
- QFCNegative Pressure Wound Therapy Device For Reduction Of Wound Complications2Product Code
- QHFEnergy Based Device For Treatment Of Tattoos2Product Code
- QJFAutofluorescence Imaging Adjunct Tool For Wounds2Product Code
- QKLLipoaspirate Washing System For Aesthetic Body Contouring2Product Code
- QNMMountable Electromechanical Surgical System For Transluminal Approaches2Product Code
- QPBSystem, Suction, Lipoplasty For Removal2Product Code
- QPXNegative Pressure Wound Therapy, Non-Powered Suction Pump, Chemical2Product Code
- QPZContact Cooling For Skin Lesion Pain Relief2Product Code
- RABSunlamp Products (Pre-Standard)2Product Code
- REFSuntan Bed2Product Code
- REGSuntan Lamp2Product Code
- REHTabletop Sunlamp System2Product Code
- QUBSuction Lipoplasty System For Removal And Transfer2Product Code
- QVJLow Power Electrosurgical Devices For Skin Lesion Destruction2Product Code
- QZNMulti-Photon Imaging2Product Code
- Subpart F—General Hospital and Personal Use Therapeutic DevicesCFR Sub-Part
- Subpart F—Physical Medicine Therapeutic DevicesCFR Sub-Part
- Subpart F—Therapeutic DevicesCFR Sub-Part
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- UnknownReview Panel
Suture, Nonabsorbable, Silk
- Page Type
- Product Code
- Regulation Medical Specialty
- General and Plastic Surgery
- Review Panel
- General and Plastic Surgery
- Submission Type
- 510(K)
- Device Classification
- Class 2
- Regulation Number
- 878.5030
- GMP Exempt?
- No
- Summary Malfunction Reporting
- Eligible
- Implanted Device
- Yes
- Life-Sustain/Support Device
- No
- Third Party Review
- Not Third Party Eligible
- MAUDE Alerts
- View and Sign Up For MAUDE Alerts
CFR § 878.5030 Natural nonabsorbable silk surgical suture
§ 878.5030 Natural nonabsorbable silk surgical suture.
(a) Identification. Natural nonabsorbable silk surgical suture is a nonabsorbable, sterile, flexible multifilament thread composed of an organic protein called fibroin. This protein is derived from the domesticated species Bombyx mori (B. mori) of the family Bombycidae. Natural nonabsorbable silk surgical suture is indicated for use in soft tissue approximation. Natural nonabsorbable silk surgical suture meets the United States Pharmacopeia (U.S.P.) monograph requirements for Nonabsorbable Surgical Suture (class I). Natural nonabsorbable silk surgical suture may be braided or twisted; it may be provided uncoated or coated; and it may be undyed or dyed with an FDA listed color additive.
(b) Classification. Class II (special controls). The special control for this device is FDA's “Class II Special Controls Guidance Document: Surgical Sutures; Guidance for Industry and FDA.” See § 878.1(e) for the availability of this guidance document.
[58 FR 57558, Oct. 26, 1993, as amended at 68 FR 32985, June 3, 2003]