Tampax Deodorant Tampons

FDA 510(k) K810143 · Tampax, Inc.

Substantially Equivalent

510(k) numberK810143

Submission

Device name
Tampax Deodorant Tampons
Applicant
Tampax, Inc.
Walker, MI, US
Received
January 21, 1981
Decision date
March 4, 1981
Decision
Substantially Equivalent (SESE)
Type
Traditional 510(k)

Official FDA 510(k) record

Device classification

Product code
HIL – Tampon, Menstrual, Scented, Scented-Deodorized
Device class
Class II (moderate risk)
Regulation
21 CFR 884.5460
Specialty
Obstetrics/Gynecology

A scented or scented-deodorized 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 Tampax Deodorant Tampons cleared by the FDA?

Tampax Deodorant Tampons (K810143) received a 510(k) decision of Substantially Equivalent on March 4, 1981, 42 days after the submission was received.

What is the product code of K810143?

The FDA product code is HIL – Tampon, Menstrual, Scented, Scented-Deodorized, a Class II (moderate risk) device regulated under 21 CFR 884.5460.