FDA product code HWB: Extractor

HWB is the FDA product code for extractor. It is a Class I device, regulated under 21 CFR 888.4540 and reviewed by the Orthopedic panel. FDA has cleared 5 510(k) submissions under HWB, from 5 different applicants. The average 510(k) review took 24 days (median 10). FDA has posted 4 recalls for HWB devices, 1 initiated in the last five years.

Classification

FieldValue
Device nameExtractor
Device classClass I
Regulation21 CFR 888.4540
Review panelOR — Orthopedic
Medical specialtyOrthopedic
Premarket route510(k) exempt

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Top HWB applicants

ApplicantClearancesLatest
Arthropedics, Inc.11987-11-02
Warsaw Orthopedic, Inc.11987-03-13
Terray Manufacturing, Inc.11987-02-26
The Anspach Effort, Inc.11980-06-09
Richard'S Medical Equip., Inc.11978-02-28

Most recent HWB clearances

510(k)ApplicantDeviceDecision dateReview days
K873710Arthropedics, Inc.MAGNETIC RETRIEVER, 1.7MM W/LUER FITTING TM-13501987-11-0248
K870844Warsaw Orthopedic, Inc.SCHULTZ PROSTHESIS COMPONENT INSERTER EXTRACTOR1987-03-1310
K870083Terray Manufacturing, Inc.FERRAY EXTRACTOR1987-02-2649
K801327The Anspach Effort, Inc.THE EXTRACTOR I TM1980-06-096
K780300Richard'S Medical Equip., Inc.HIP PLATE REMOVAL INSTRUMENT1978-02-286

Recalls for HWB devices

4 product recalls in 4 recall events; 1 initiated in the last five years and 0 still open. Most recent: 2024-03-07.

YearRecalls
20181
20241

Frequently asked questions

What is FDA product code HWB?

HWB is the FDA product code for extractor. It is a Class I device, regulated under 21 CFR 888.4540 and reviewed by the Orthopedic panel.

What device class is HWB?

Class I, regulation 21 CFR 888.4540. Typical premarket route: 510(k) exempt.

How long does a 510(k) take for product code HWB?

Across 5 cleared submissions the average was 24 days from receipt to decision (median 10).

Which companies have the most HWB clearances?

Arthropedics, Inc. (1); Warsaw Orthopedic, Inc. (1); Terray Manufacturing, Inc. (1); The Anspach Effort, Inc. (1); Richard'S Medical Equip., Inc. (1).

Have HWB devices been recalled?

Yes: 4 product recalls across 4 recall events; the most recent began 2024-03-07.

Next steps

Source: openFDA device classification, 510(k), PMA, De Novo and recall data (public domain). Review days run from FDA receipt to decision. Not regulatory advice.

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