River Vial Adapter
510(k) K933335
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Valid until
No expiry
FDA recalls
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Regulatory status
| Region | Authorization | Number | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | FDA 510(k)SESE | NumberK933335 | Date1 Mar 1994 | StatusActive |
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United States — FDA 510(k) Active
Specification
- 510(k) Number
- FDA Product Code
- FMF
- Device Class
- Class II
- Regulation
- 21 CFR Part 880.5860
- Advisory Committee
- General Hospital
- FDA Decision
- SESE Substantially Equivalent
Overview
AI-generated summary, 1 Oct 2026
The River Vial Adapter is a medical device classified under the FDA’s General Hospital category (product code FMF). It serves as an intermediary connector designed to facilitate the transfer of fluids or medications between a vial and another compatible system, ensuring compatibility and sterility during the process. This adapter is intended for use in clinical settings where precise fluid transfer is required, such as in pharmacy compounding or intravenous preparation.
The device is supplied as a single-use, non-sterile component and is intended for use in non-MRI environments. It is cleared under the FDA’s 510(k) pathway (K933335) as substantially equivalent to a predicate device, with no additional regulatory markings or sterility guarantees specified beyond its intended single-use application. Storage instructions are not detailed in the data, but standard medical device handling practices should apply. No further authorisations beyond the 1994 FDA clearance are referenced.
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Questions
AI-generated answers, 1 Oct 2026
What is the River Vial Adapter used for?
The River Vial Adapter is designed as an intermediary connector to transfer fluids or medications between a vial and another compatible system. It ensures compatibility and sterility during the process, making it suitable for clinical settings like pharmacy compounding or intravenous preparation where precise fluid transfer is critical.
Is the River Vial Adapter sterile or single-use?
The River Vial Adapter is supplied as a single-use, non-sterile component. It is intended for one-time use only, and no additional sterility guarantees are specified beyond its single-use application.
Can this adapter be used in MRI environments?
No, the River Vial Adapter is explicitly intended for use in non-MRI environments. This limitation is noted in its intended use specifications.
What regulatory pathway does the River Vial Adapter follow?
The River Vial Adapter is cleared under the FDA’s 510(k) pathway (K933335) as substantially equivalent to a predicate device. It falls under the General Hospital category (product code FMF) and was originally cleared in 1994.
How should the River Vial Adapter be stored?
While specific storage instructions are not detailed, standard medical device handling practices should be followed. This includes maintaining a clean, dry environment and protecting the adapter from contamination or physical damage.