FDA product code KQC: Stains, Hematology

KQC is the FDA product code for stains, hematology. It is a Class I device, regulated under 21 CFR 864.1850 and reviewed by the Pathology panel. FDA has cleared 9 510(k) submissions under KQC, from 7 different applicants. The average 510(k) review took 35 days (median 37). FDA has posted 5 recalls for KQC devices.

Classification

FieldValue
Device nameStains, Hematology
Device classClass I
Regulation21 CFR 864.1850
Review panelPA — Pathology
Medical specialtyHematology
Premarket route510(k) exempt
GMP exemptYes

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Top KQC applicants

ApplicantClearancesLatest
R&D Systems, Inc.21984-10-30
Geometric Data, Div. Smithkline Corp.21976-08-30
Anatech, Ltd.11988-07-28
Warner-Lambert Co.11985-08-13
Electrophoresis Corp. of America11980-01-16

2 more applicants have KQC clearances. See the full list in Caduvo.

Most recent KQC clearances

510(k)ApplicantDeviceDecision dateReview days
K882873Anatech, Ltd.FIELDTEX HEMATOXYLIN1988-07-2817
K852843Warner-Lambert Co.GENERAL DIAGNOSTICS COAG-A-MATE XC1985-08-1339
K843619R&D Systems, Inc.RETIC-SET1984-10-3046
K841848R&D Systems, Inc.RETIC-SET1984-05-3164
K792550Electrophoresis Corp. of AmericaPONCEAU S STAIN SET1980-01-1637

Recalls for KQC devices

5 product recalls in 5 recall events; 0 initiated in the last five years and 0 still open. Most recent: 2018-07-27.

YearRecalls
20171
20181

Frequently asked questions

What is FDA product code KQC?

KQC is the FDA product code for stains, hematology. It is a Class I device, regulated under 21 CFR 864.1850 and reviewed by the Pathology panel.

What device class is KQC?

Class I, regulation 21 CFR 864.1850. Typical premarket route: 510(k) exempt.

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

Across 9 cleared submissions the average was 35 days from receipt to decision (median 37).

Which companies have the most KQC clearances?

R&D Systems, Inc. (2); Geometric Data, Div. Smithkline Corp. (2); Anatech, Ltd. (1); Warner-Lambert Co. (1); Electrophoresis Corp. of America (1).

Have KQC devices been recalled?

Yes: 5 product recalls across 5 recall events; the most recent began 2018-07-27.

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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