Barrier Face Covering Within The Scope Of The Face Mask And Barrier Face Covering Enforcement Policy
The Barrier Face Covering is a product worn on the face covering at least the nose and mouth, with the primary purposes of source control and providing a degree of particulate filtration to reduce the amount of inhaled particulate matter. It is subject to the FDA's Enforcement Policy for Face Masks and Barrier Face Coverings during the COVID-19 public health emergency, is not formally classified by device class, and is not required to meet the performance standards for surgical masks or respirators. Product code QOZ, reviewed by the General Hospital panel. The device is not an implant and is not life-sustaining.
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Basic Information
- Product Code
- QOZ
- Device Class
- FDA not classified
- Medical Specialty
- Unknown
- Review Panel
- HO
- Submission Type
- 7
Device Characteristics
Definition
A barrier face covering is a product worn on the face, specifically covering at least the wearers nose and mouth, with the primary purpose of providing source control and to provide a degree of particulate filtration to reduce the amount of inhaled particulate matter. The device is subject to the Enforcement Policy for Face Masks and Barrier Face Coverings During the Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) Public Health Emergency, available https://www.fda.gov/regulatory-information/search-fda-guidance-documents/enforcement-policy-face-masks-and-barrier-face-coverings-during-coronavirus-disease-covid-19-public, provided that the device does not create undue risk by following the recommendations for this device type outlined in the guidance.
Unclassified Reason
6
FEI Numbers
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Registration Numbers
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