The FDA ordered the exemption five types of Class II medical devices from 510(k) requirements. This decision aims at releaving manufacturers of those devices from some regulatory burden.

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The order lists exempt and non-exempt product codes for five types of devices and details limitations to the exemptions for four of the device types. Details are shown in the table:

21 CFR Section

Device type

Exempt product code

Non-exempt product code

884.6120

Accessory, Assisted Reproduction
QKH
MQG

884.6180

Media, Reproductive
QKI
MQL

888.4505

Instruments Designed for Press-Fit Osteochondral implants
Not applicable
QBO

890.5360

Interactive Rehabilitation Exercise Devices
QKC
LXJ

890.5670

Massager, Therapeutic, to Internally Massage Trigger Points in the Pelvic Floor Musculature
QKD
OSD

For more details, please see the order from the FDA.

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