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Male Latex Condoms - Abbreviated 510k Submissions Using Consensus Standards

This guidance outlines the requirements for submitting a 510(k) premarket notification for male latex condoms using consensus standards for abbreviated submissions. It specifically applies to natural rubber latex condoms classified as Class II devices under 21 CFR §884.5300 and §884.5310 (Condom with spermicidal lubricant).

  1. Prepare complete documentation showing conformance to ASTM D3492 requirements
  2. Conduct and document all required ISO 10993 biocompatibility testing
  3. Develop comprehensive labeling that includes all required statements and warnings
  4. Prepare detailed product specifications and latex formulation documentation
  5. Submit declaration of conformity to recognized consensus standards
  6. Include complete color additive information if applicable
  7. Provide clear substantial equivalence comparison to predicate device
  8. Ensure expiration dating and latex warning requirements are met
  9. Include all required precautions and directions for use in labeling
  10. Submit complete 510(k) summary or statement as required

Key Considerations

Non-clinical testing

  • Must conform to ASTM D3492 standard specifications including:
    • Minimum length of 160mm
    • Maximum width of 54mm
    • Minimum thickness of 0.03mm
    • Air burst test pressure and volume requirements
    • Leakage AQL requirements
    • Package integrity AQL requirements

Biocompatibility

  • Must comply with ISO 10993 requirements for:
    • Cytotoxicity (ISO 10993-5)
    • Irritation and sensitization (ISO 10993-10)
    • Systemic toxicity (ISO 10993-11)
    • Sample preparation (ISO 10993-12)

Labeling

  • Must include statement of identity and intended use
  • Must include contraceptive effectiveness table
  • Must include specific precautions and directions for use
  • Must include expiration date
  • Must include latex warning statement
  • For spermicidal lubricant condoms, must include specific cautionary statement

Safety

  • Must be manufactured from good quality natural rubber latex
  • Must not release toxic, sensitizing, or harmful substances
  • Must include appropriate storage conditions

Other considerations

  • ASTM D3492: Standard Specification for Rubber Contraceptives (Male Condoms)
  • ISO 10993: Biological Evaluation of Medical Devices
  • ASTM D1076-97: Standard Specification for Rubber-Concentrated, Ammonia Preserved, Creamed, and Centrifuged Natural Latex

Original guidance

  • Male Latex Condoms - Abbreviated 510k Submissions Using Consensus Standards
  • HTML / PDF
  • Issue date: 1998-07-23
  • Last changed date: 2020-03-18
  • Status: FINAL
  • Official FDA topics: Medical Devices, 510(k), Premarket
  • ReguVirta summary file ID: 42b5de286bc944f7d4a29163c0a76850
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