Cleared Traditional

K991009 - RC BUTTRESS (FDA 510(k) Clearance)

Jun 1999
Decision
89d
Days
Class 2
Risk

K991009 is an FDA 510(k) clearance for the RC BUTTRESS. This device is classified as a Fastener, Fixation, Biodegradable, Soft Tissue (Class II - Special Controls, product code MAI).

Submitted by Biomet, Inc. (Warsaw, US). The FDA issued a Cleared decision on June 23, 1999, 89 days after receiving the submission on March 26, 1999.

This device falls under the Orthopedic FDA review panel. Regulated under 21 CFR 888.3030.

Submission Details

510(k) Number K991009 FDA.gov
FDA Decision Cleared Substantially Equivalent - Traditional 510(k) (SESE)
Date Received March 26, 1999
Decision Date June 23, 1999
Days to Decision 89 days
Submission Type Traditional
Review Panel Orthopedic (OR)
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Device Classification

Product Code MAI — Fastener, Fixation, Biodegradable, Soft Tissue
Device Class Class II - Special Controls
CFR Regulation 21 CFR 888.3030

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