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COPAL exchange G hip spacer

Heraeus Medical GmbH

Summary

Heraeus Medical GmbH received 510(k) clearance for COPAL exchange G hip spacer, a KWY device. Cleared on 2022-03-23.

Details

Source

510(k) Clearance

External ID

K220492

Action Date

2022-03-23

Status

Special

Category

device

Product Code

KWY

Product Description

COPAL exchange G hip spacer. Product code: KWY.

Context & Analysis

A 510(k) clearance means the FDA determined this device is substantially equivalent to a legally marketed device. This is one of 403 device clearances issued this month. Heraeus Medical GmbH has received 6 total clearances in our database.

Heraeus Medical GmbH has 6 FDA actions in our database, including 6 clearances.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 510(k) clearance mean?

A 510(k) is an FDA premarket submission demonstrating that a device is substantially equivalent to a legally marketed device. It does NOT mean FDA approval — it means the device is cleared for marketing because it's similar enough to an existing cleared device. Most medical devices reach market via 510(k) rather than full PMA approval.

How often does Heraeus Medical GmbH have FDA actions?

Heraeus Medical GmbH has 6 FDA actions in our database, including 0 recalls and 6 device clearances.

Where can I find the official FDA record?

The official record is available on FDA.gov. Search for "K220492" on FDA.gov for the full record. You can also use the openFDA API to query this record programmatically.

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