Cleared Traditional

K812870 - IMPROVED PLAYTEX TAMPON
(FDA 510(k) Clearance)

Oct 1981
Decision
15d
Days
Class 2
Risk

K812870 is an FDA 510(k) clearance for the IMPROVED PLAYTEX TAMPON. This device is classified as a Tampon, Menstrual, Unscented (Class II - Special Controls, product code HEB).

Submitted by Playtex, Inc. (Mchenry, US). The FDA issued a Cleared decision on October 29, 1981, 15 days after receiving the submission on October 14, 1981.

This device falls under the Obstetrics & Gynecology FDA review panel. Regulated under 21 CFR 884.5470. An Unscented Menstrual Tampon Is A Plug Made Of Cellulosic Or Synthetic Material That Is Inserted Into The Vagina And Used To Absorb Menstrual Fluid Or Other Vaginal Discharge..

Submission Details

510(k) Number K812870 FDA.gov
FDA Decision Cleared Substantially Equivalent - Traditional 510(k) (SESE)
Date Received October 14, 1981
Decision Date October 29, 1981
Days to Decision 15 days
Submission Type Traditional
Review Panel Obstetrics & Gynecology (OB)
Summary

Device Classification

Product Code HEB — Tampon, Menstrual, Unscented
Device Class Class II - Special Controls
CFR Regulation 21 CFR 884.5470
Definition An Unscented Menstrual Tampon Is A Plug Made Of Cellulosic Or Synthetic Material That Is Inserted Into The Vagina And Used To Absorb Menstrual Fluid Or Other Vaginal Discharge.

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