# K092859: Merits Model N Series Nebulizer Compressors

- Pathway: 510(k) (Abbreviated)
- Applicant: Merits Health Products Co., Ltd.
- Decided: Jul 2, 2010 after 288 days
- Product code: CAF (Nebulizer (Direct Patient Interface))
- Device class: 2
- Regulation: 21 CFR 868.5630
- Recalls of this device: none
- Data: FDA decisions to Oct 25, 2026; recalls to Oct 12, 2026

## Lineage
Longest line of descent: 1 generation back to K002468 (2001). 1 ancestor in all.
No later device cites it as a predicate yet.
0 of 2 devices in its family (counting itself) have a Class I recall.

## Predicates on the family tree (from the FDA summary)
- K002468: San UP S.a. Nebulizer Compressor, with Disposable Nebulizer, Model 3050, San UP S.A. (2001) Summary page 1.

## Indications for use
The Merits Model N Series Nebulizer Compressors are AC-powered air compressors intended to provide a source of compressed air for medical purposes for use in home health care. These devices are used in conjunction with a pneumatic nebulizers to produce fine aerosol mists of medication for respiratory therapy, for both children and adults suffering from respiratory disorders such as asthma, allergies, etc.

Source page: https://510kreport.com/device/K092859
Methodology: https://510kreport.com/methodology