Cleared Traditional

K872256 - TAMPAX DEODORANT TAMPON

K872256 is the FDA 510(k) clearance for TAMPAX DEODORANT TAMPON by Tambrands, Inc.. It is a Class 2 Obstetrics & Gynecology device (product code HIL) cleared through the Traditional 510(k) pathway after a 30-day FDA review.

K872256 · Tambrands, Inc. · Obstetrics & Gynecology device
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K872256 is an FDA 510(k) clearance for the TAMPAX DEODORANT TAMPON, ORIGINAL REGULAR. Classified as Tampon, Menstrual, Scented, Scented-deodorized (product code HIL), Class II - Special Controls.

Submitted by Tambrands, Inc. (Palmer, US). The FDA issued a Cleared decision on July 10, 1987 after a review of 30 days - a notably fast clearance cycle.

This device falls under the Obstetrics & Gynecology FDA review panel, regulated under 21 CFR 884.5460 - 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: Fast-track predicate clearance. Standard predicate reliance. The short review cycle indicates strong predicate alignment - the FDA found sufficient equivalence without extended technical review.

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Submission Details

510(k) Number K872256 FDA.gov
FDA Decision Cleared Substantially Equivalent - Traditional 510(k) (SESE)
Date Received June 10, 1987
Decision Date July 10, 1987
Days to Decision 30 days
Submission Type Traditional
Review Panel Obstetrics & Gynecology (OB)
Summary -
Third-party Review No - reviewed directly by FDA
Combination Product No
PCCP Authorized No
Regulatory Context
Review time vs. panel average
130d faster than avg
Panel avg: 160d · This submission: 30d
Pathway characteristics
Predicate-based equivalence. No clinical trials required.

Device Classification

Product Code HIL Tampon, Menstrual, Scented, Scented-deodorized
Device Class Class 2 - Special Controls
CFR Regulation 21 CFR 884.5460
Definition 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.
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 Peers - HIL Tampon, Menstrual, Scented, Scented-deodorized

All 23
Devices cleared under the same product code (HIL) and FDA review panel - the closest regulatory comparables to K872256.
SCENTED OR SCENTED DEODORIZED MENSTRUAL PADS
K873457 · Procter & Gamble Mfg. Co. · Jan 1988
TAMPAX DEODORANT TAMPON, SUPER
K872261 · Tambrands, Inc. · Jul 1987
TAMPAX DEODORANT TAMPON, SUPER PLUS
K872255 · Tambrands, Inc. · Jul 1987
TAMPAX PETAL SOFT DEODORANT TAMPON, REGULAR
K872257 · Tambrands, Inc. · Jul 1987
TAMPAX PETAL SOFT DEODORANT TAMPON, SUPER PLUS
K872258 · Tambrands, Inc. · Jul 1987
TAMPAX PETAL SOFT DEODORANT TAMPON, SUPER
K872259 · Tambrands, Inc. · Jul 1987