Class II Device

A device is designated Class II when general controls are insufficient to ensure that the it will be safe and effective. Class II devices are subject to special controls including the requirement to submit a 510(k) or premarket notification application.




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Class I Device
Class III Device

Glossary Terms

510(k)
General Controls