K001444 is an FDA 510(k) clearance for the STERITEC STEAM BIOLOGICAL TEST PACK WITH INSTANT READOUT INTEGRATOR, MODEL BI.... Classified as Indicator, Physical/chemical Sterilization Process (product code JOJ), Class II - Special Controls.
Submitted by Steritec Products, Inc. (Castle Rock, US). The FDA issued a Cleared decision on May 15, 2000 after a review of 7 days - a notably fast clearance cycle.
This device falls under the General Hospital FDA review panel, regulated under 21 CFR 880.2800 - the FDA general hospital device framework. As a Special 510(k), this submission covers a manufacturer modification to an existing cleared device rather than a new device introduction.
Device pattern: Iterative device modification. Low regulatory complexity profile. This Special 510(k) clearance confirms that the manufacturer's modifications remained within the established regulatory envelope of the original cleared device.