Modified Untreated Tampax Tampons

FDA 510(k) K780648 · Tampax, Inc.

Substantially Equivalent

510(k) numberK780648

Submission

Device name
Modified Untreated Tampax Tampons
Applicant
Tampax, Inc.
Walker, MI, US
Received
April 17, 1978
Decision date
May 31, 1978
Decision
Substantially Equivalent (SESE)
Type
Traditional 510(k)

Official FDA 510(k) record

Device classification

Product code
HEB – Tampon, Menstrual, Unscented
Device class
Class II (moderate risk)
Regulation
21 CFR 884.5470
Specialty
Obstetrics/Gynecology

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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Questions and answers

When was Modified Untreated Tampax Tampons cleared by the FDA?

Modified Untreated Tampax Tampons (K780648) received a 510(k) decision of Substantially Equivalent on May 31, 1978, 44 days after the submission was received.

What is the product code of K780648?

The FDA product code is HEB – Tampon, Menstrual, Unscented, a Class II (moderate risk) device regulated under 21 CFR 884.5470.