Benz Methafilcon a Optical Blank, Benz Methafilcon a Spherical and Toric Soft (Hydrophilic) Contact Lenses for Daily Wer
by Benz Research and Development Corp.
510(k) K980418
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Regulatory status
| Region | Authorization | Number | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | FDA 510(k)SESE | NumberK980418 | Date27 Feb 1998 | StatusActive |
Recalls
No FDA recalls found in the data synced 22 Oct 2026.
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United States — FDA 510(k) Active
Specification
- 510(k) Number
- FDA Product Code
- LPL
- Device Class
- Class II
- Regulation
- 21 CFR Part 886.5925
- Advisory Committee
- Ophthalmic
- FDA Decision
- SESE Substantially Equivalent
Overview
AI-generated summary, 19 Sep 2026
This device is classified as Lenses, Soft Contact, Daily Wear and consists of Benz Methafilcon A optical blanks and spherical and toric soft (hydrophilic) contact lenses. Designed for daily wear, these lenses are intended to correct visual acuity in aphakic and non-aphakic individuals with non-diseased eyes.
The lenses are supplied as single-use, non-sterile items and are regulated under FDA 510(k) clearance (K980418) as substantially equivalent to predicate devices. They are manufactured by Benz Research and Development Corp. and distributed in various sizes and configurations, as indicated by the listed FEI numbers. No MRI safety or sterility specifications are provided in the data.
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Questions
AI-generated answers, 19 Sep 2026
Are these contact lenses designed for overnight wear or extended use, or are they strictly for daily wear only?
These lenses are explicitly labeled for daily wear only, meaning they are intended to be worn for short-term correction of visual acuity and are not designed for continuous or overnight use. The description specifies they are classified under *Lenses, Soft Contact, Daily Wear* and are not marketed for extended wear.
How are these lenses supplied, and are they pre-packaged for single-use or reusable?
The lenses are supplied as single-use items and are non-sterile at the time of distribution. Each lens is intended for one-time wear, after which it should be discarded. There is no indication of a reprocessing or reuse protocol in the provided data.
What types of prescriptions do these lenses accommodate, and are there specific models for spherical or toric prescriptions?
These lenses include both spherical and toric designs, meaning they can correct common refractive errors (spherical prescriptions) as well as astigmatism (toric prescriptions). The device is described as *Benz Methafilcon A spherical and toric soft (hydrophilic) contact lenses*, and the wide range of FEI numbers suggests multiple configurations to match various prescriptions.
How should these lenses be stored before use, and are there any special handling instructions?
The data does not specify storage conditions beyond the fact that they are non-sterile and supplied for single-use. Generally, soft contact lenses should be stored in a clean, dry environment away from direct sunlight and extreme temperatures. Since no sterility or MRI safety specifications are provided, users should follow standard ophthalmic practices for handling non-sterile contact lenses.