Cleared Traditional

K173225 - Interlude and private label Unscented 3...

K173225 is the FDA 510(k) clearance for Interlude and private label Unscented 3... by Albaad Fem. It is a Class 2 Obstetrics & Gynecology device (product code HEB) cleared through the Traditional 510(k) pathway after a 255-day FDA review.

K173225 · Albaad Fem · Obstetrics & Gynecology device
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K173225 is an FDA 510(k) clearance for the Interlude and private label Unscented 3-piece compact applicator tampon. Classified as Tampon, Menstrual, Unscented (product code HEB), Class II - Special Controls.

Submitted by Albaad Fem (Caesarea Ind. Park, IL). The FDA issued a Cleared decision on June 15, 2018 after a review of 255 days - an extended review cycle.

This device falls under the Obstetrics & Gynecology FDA review panel, regulated under 21 CFR 884.5470 - the FDA obstetrics and gynecology device framework. The Traditional 510(k) pathway establishes clearance through substantial equivalence to a legally marketed predicate device, without requiring clinical trial data.

Device pattern: Standard predicate-based submission. Standard predicate reliance. This clearance follows a standard predicate-based equivalence path within the Obstetrics & Gynecology review framework, consistent with the majority of Class II 510(k) submissions.

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Submission Details

510(k) Number K173225 FDA.gov
FDA Decision Cleared Substantially Equivalent - Traditional 510(k) (SESE)
Date Received October 03, 2017
Decision Date June 15, 2018
Days to Decision 255 days
Submission Type Traditional
Review Panel Obstetrics & Gynecology (OB)
Summary Summary PDF
Third-party Review No - reviewed directly by FDA
Combination Product No
PCCP Authorized No
Regulatory Context
Review time vs. panel average
95d slower than avg
Panel avg: 160d · This submission: 255d
Pathway characteristics
Predicate-based equivalence. No clinical trials required.

Device Classification

Product Code HEB Tampon, Menstrual, Unscented
Device Class Class 2 - 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.
What this classification means

Class II devices require demonstration of substantial equivalence to a legally marketed predicate device. This pathway does not require clinical trials - it relies on engineering equivalence and performance data. Most Obstetrics & Gynecology devices follow this clearance model.

Regulatory Consultant

Regulatory Technical Associates
Robert J. Staab

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