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21 CFR 812.5(a): Labeling of investigational devices

PART 812-INVESTIGATIONAL DEVICE EXEMPTIONS · Subpart A-General Provisions

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Citation 21 CFR 812.5(a)
Section Labeling of investigational devices
Part PART 812-INVESTIGATIONAL DEVICE EXEMPTIONS
Subpart Subpart A-General Provisions
Subchapter 21 CFR H Medical Devices
Product types cited Devices, General
Regulation text (excerpt) (a) Contents. An investigational device or its immediate package shall bear a label with the following information: the name and place of business of the manufacturer, packer, or distributor (in accordance with § 801.1), the quantity of contents, if appropriate, and the following statement: “CAUTION-Investigational device. Limited by Federal (or United States) law to investigational use.” The label or other labeling shall describe all relevant contraindications, hazards, adverse effects…

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