ASSERT Biological/Chemical Indicator
510(k) K855101
Active
Valid until
No expiry
FDA recalls
None foundDocuments
Trust
Unverified
Regulatory status
| Region | Authorization | Number | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | FDA 510(k)SESE | NumberK855101 | Date17 Jul 1986 | StatusActive |
Recalls
No FDA recalls found in the data synced 22 Oct 2026.
Coverage
- Active
- Expiring
- Withdrawn
- Listed
- Not covered
United States — FDA 510(k) Active
Specification
- Full name
- Assert Tm Biological/Chemical Indicator
- 510(k) Number
- FDA Product Code
- FRC
- Device Class
- Class II
- Regulation
- 21 CFR Part 880.2800
- Advisory Committee
- General Hospital
- FDA Decision
- SESE Substantially Equivalent
Overview
AI-generated summary, 19 Sep 2026
The ASSERT Biological/Chemical Indicator is a Biological Sterilization Process Indicator (FRC) designed to verify the effectiveness of sterilization cycles in medical facilities. It provides visual confirmation that biological and chemical challenges within a sterilization process have been met, ensuring microbial inactivation and chemical sterilant exposure.
This single-use indicator is intended for use in autoclaves and other sterilization equipment within general hospital settings. Supplied in sterile packaging, it requires no special storage conditions beyond protection from contamination. The device holds FDA 510(k) clearance (K855101) under the Substantially Equivalent determination, classified as a Class II medical device under regulation 880.2800.
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Questions
AI-generated answers, 19 Sep 2026
What is the ASSERT Biological/Chemical Indicator used for?
This device is a Biological Sterilization Process Indicator intended to verify the effectiveness of sterilization cycles in autoclaves and other sterilization equipment within general hospital settings. It provides visual confirmation that biological and chemical challenges within the process have been met.
Is the ASSERT Biological/Chemical Indicator intended for single use?
Yes, the device is designed as a single-use indicator. It is supplied in sterile packaging and is intended to be used once per sterilization cycle.
How is the device supplied and stored?
The device is supplied in sterile packaging. It requires no special storage conditions beyond protection from contamination.
What is the regulatory status of the ASSERT Biological/Chemical Indicator?
The device holds FDA 510(k) clearance (K855101) under the Substantially Equivalent determination and is classified as a Class II medical device.