510(k) · Cleared
ClearedErapid Nebulizer System
Data to Oct 25, 2026 (FDA decisions) Oct 12, 2026 (recalls) Sep 30, 2026 (MAUDE) refreshed weekly
Pari Respiratory Equipment, Inc. · CAF Nebulizer (Direct Patient Interface)
Cleared on May 30, 2012 as substantially equivalent to K033833 (Pari Innovative Manufacturers, Inc., 2004) and 4 other predicates after a 243-day review. Its family tree reaches back 6 generations to 1994. 1 of the 21 devices in its family, counting itself, has a Class I recall. 3 later devices descend from it.
- Decided
- May 30, 2012
- Review
- 243 days
- Class
- Class II
- Product code
- CAF
- Recalls
- None
- Predicates
- 5
Its longest line of descent runs back 6 generations to K933535 (1994). 17 ancestors in all, the oldest K923024 (1992). 3 later devices descend from it, 2 citing it directly. 1 of the 21 devices in this family, counting this one, has a Class I recall.
- Root · 6 generations backK933535 Ventstream Drug NebulizerMedic-Aid, Ltd. · 1994
- 5 generations backK981772 Halolite Aad SystemMedic-Aid, Ltd. · 1998
- 4 generations backK991685 Halolite Aad System with Dedicated CompressorMedic-Aid, Ltd. · 1999
- 3 generations backK030747 Prodose Aad SystemProfile Therapeutics Plc · 2004
- 2 generations backK042991 I-Neb Aad SystemProfile Therapeutics Plc · 2005
- 1 generation backK100380 Altera Nebulizer System, Model 678G1002Pari Respiratory Equipment, Inc. · 2010
- This deviceK112859 Erapid Nebulizer SystemPari Respiratory Equipment, Inc. · 2012
- Descendant · cites it directly · 1 of its ownK223840 eRapid Nebulizer SystemPari Respiratory Equipment, Inc. · 2023
- Descendant · 2 generations on · 0 of its ownK251572 eRapid with eTrack SystemPari Respiratory Equipment, Inc. · 2025
- Descendant · cites it directly · 0 of its ownK162785 Velox Nebulizer SystemPari Respiratory Equipment, Inc. · 2017
Class I recalls in this family
- K990801 Minimed 508 Insulin Pump4 generations back · 1999
Most influential descendants
Showing 3 of 3 · See all- K223840eRapid Nebulizer SystemPari Respiratory Equipment, Inc. · 2023 · cites it directly1descendant
- K251572eRapid with eTrack SystemPari Respiratory Equipment, Inc. · 2025 · 2 generations on0descendants
- K162785Velox Nebulizer SystemPari Respiratory Equipment, Inc. · 2017 · cites it directly0descendants
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Line of descent and top descendants
| Generation | Number | Device | Applicant | Decided | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| −6 | K933535 | Ventstream Drug Nebulizer | Medic-Aid, Ltd. | 1994 | — |
| −5 | K981772 | Halolite Aad System | Medic-Aid, Ltd. | 1998 | — |
| −4 | K991685 | Halolite Aad System with Dedicated Compressor | Medic-Aid, Ltd. | 1999 | — |
| −3 | K030747 | Prodose Aad System | Profile Therapeutics Plc | 2004 | — |
| −2 | K042991 | I-Neb Aad System | Profile Therapeutics Plc | 2005 | — |
| −1 | K100380 | Altera Nebulizer System, Model 678G1002 | Pari Respiratory Equipment, Inc. | 2010 | — |
| 0 (this device) | K112859 | Erapid Nebulizer System | Pari Respiratory Equipment, Inc. | 2012 | — |
| +1 | K223840 | eRapid Nebulizer System | Pari Respiratory Equipment, Inc. | 2023 | — |
| +2 | K251572 | eRapid with eTrack System | Pari Respiratory Equipment, Inc. | 2025 | — |
| +1 | K162785 | Velox Nebulizer System | Pari Respiratory Equipment, Inc. | 2017 | — |
Other ancestors by year cleared
| Year cleared | Devices | With a Class I recall |
|---|---|---|
| 1992 | 1 | 0 |
| 1993 | 1 | 0 |
| 1994 | 1 | 0 |
| 1995 | 1 | 0 |
| 1996 | 1 | 0 |
| 1997 | 1 | 0 |
| 1999 | 1 | 1 |
| 2000 | 2 | 0 |
| 2004 | 1 | 0 |
| 2007 | 1 | 0 |
Descendants by year cleared
| Year cleared | Devices | With a Class I recall |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 1 | 0 |
| 2023 | 1 | 0 |
| 2025 | 1 | 0 |
Sources: FDA 510(k) database (decision fields), the FDA summary (predicates and indications), FDA recall and enforcement reports, and MAUDE; processed by 510(k) Report. Verify on FDA.gov · Methodology and accuracy.
1 device in this family has a Class I recall. A 510(k) Report weighs predicate choices, recall history and review times for a new device like this one.
Top candidate predicates for a new CAF device
- #1 K260270 FindAir ONE for pMDI (FAO-MDI-V12-GRE-001)score 13.2 · 7 generations · no Class I recall
- #2 Held for the reportin the report
- #3 Held for the reportin the report
What was it cleared against? (5)
Devices the submitter claimed this one is substantially equivalent to (*), and reference devices cited for a specific test or feature (†), as written in the FDA summary.
| Type | Number | Device | Decided |
|---|---|---|---|
| * | K033833 | Eflow Electronic Inhaler/NebulizerSummary page 1…evice Description The eRapid Nebulizer System is a modified version of the predicate FDA-cleared eFlow& (now Trio®) Electronic Nebulizer, cleared in 5 10k Nos. K033833 and Special 510OK No. K072670, and the Altera® Nebulizer System, cleared in 510(k) No. K100380. Its per- formance chara… | 2004 |
| * | K072670 | Modification to: Eflow Electronic Inhaler/NebulizerSummary page 1…ebulizer System is a modified version of the predicate FDA-cleared eFlow& (now Trio®) Electronic Nebulizer, cleared in 5 10k Nos. K033833 and Special 510OK No. K072670, and the Altera® Nebulizer System, cleared in 510(k) No. K100380. Its per- formance characteristics, however, are comparable… | 2007 |
| * | K963924 | LC Star Reusable Nebulizer 22F50 and LC Star Disposable Nebulizer 22F70Summary page 1…Nebulizer System, cleared in 510(k) No. K100380. Its per- formance characteristics, however, are comparable to the predicates LC® Star, cleared in 5 10(k) No. K963924, and Micro Mist Nebulizer, cleared in 510(k) No. K930525. Similarities are that both the eRapid and the predicate Trio and A… | 1996 |
| * | K100380 | Altera Nebulizer System, Model 678G1002Summary page 1…d eFlow& (now Trio®) Electronic Nebulizer, cleared in 5 10k Nos. K033833 and Special 510OK No. K072670, and the Altera® Nebulizer System, cleared in 510(k) No. K100380. Its per- formance characteristics, however, are comparable to the predicates LC® Star, cleared in 5 10(k) No. K963924,… | 2010 |
| * | K930525 | Micro Mist (TM) NebulizerSummary page 1…- formance characteristics, however, are comparable to the predicates LC® Star, cleared in 5 10(k) No. K963924, and Micro Mist Nebulizer, cleared in 510(k) No. K930525. Similarities are that both the eRapid and the predicate Trio and Altera devices are identi- cal in purpose, function,… | 1993 |
What descends from it? (3)
2 later devices cite it directly; ranked here by how many devices descend from each in turn.
Has anything in its family been recalled? (1 Class I)
No FDA recall names this device.
Relatives with a Class I recall
Class I is FDA’s most serious recall class. A recall in the family tree is context for this device, not evidence about it.
- K990801Minimed 508 Insulin PumpMedtronic Minimed · 1999 · 4 generations back · ◆ in the 1999 ancestors bar of FIG. 11 Class I recall
What does this lineage say?
- The line of descent spans 18 years and passes through 3 companies; a new generation was cleared every 4.4 years on median.
- 2 of the 17 ancestors have a recall of any class; 1 has a Class I recall.
- Of its descendants, K223840 (Pari Respiratory Equipment, Inc., 2023) has gone furthest, with 1 descendant of its own.
- 3 other devices also cite its predicate K033833.
How does its category compare?
All CAF devicesCAF Nebulizer (Direct Patient Interface): FDA decisions, review times, recalls and adverse event reports over 20 years. 2012, this device’s year, is highlighted.
FDA decisions per year · CAF
7in 2025
2026 to Oct 25, outlined.
Median 510(k) review, days · CAF
211in 2025
Receipt to decision; years with fewer than 3 clearances left blank.
Recalls per year · CAF
1in 2018
Class I (13 since 2007) Class II/III not classified
Adverse event reports per year · CAF
191in 2025
MAUDE reports naming product code CAF, not matched to any one device; reports are not rates.
View these four charts as a table
| Year | Decisions | Median 510(k) review, days | Recalls (Class I) | MAUDE reports |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 18 | 98 | 1 | 26 |
| 2008 | 12 | 123 | 0 | 11 |
| 2009 | 8 | 163 | 0 | 15 |
| 2010 | 10 | 114 | 0 | 37 |
| 2011 | 10 | 157 | 1 | 237 |
| 2012 | 9 | 126 | 0 | 138 |
| 2013 | 9 | 238 | 0 | 217 |
| 2014 | 9 | 151 | 5 | 123 |
| 2015 | 8 | 186 | 3 | 166 |
| 2016 | 5 | 186 | 1 | 201 |
| 2017 | 8 | 253 | 14 (13) | 256 |
| 2018 | 9 | 161 | 1 | 162 |
| 2019 | 3 | 266 | 0 | 185 |
| 2020 | 6 | 219 | 0 | 117 |
| 2021 | 8 | 324 | 0 | 161 |
| 2022 | 4 | 176 | 0 | 55 |
| 2023 | 8 | 279 | 0 | 107 |
| 2024 | 4 | 251 | 0 | 102 |
| 2025 | 7 | 211 | 0 | 191 |
| 2026 | 2 | — | 0 | — |
What is it indicated for?
The eRapid Tm Nebulizer System is a handheld nebulizer that will be used with patients for whom doctors have prescribed medication for nebulization. It is intended for adult and pediatric patients, and may be used in hospitals, hospital-type facilities, nursing homes, sub-acute institutions and home environments.
Indications for use as stated in the FDA summary.
https://510kreport.com/device/K112859 · printed Nov 6, 2026
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510(k) Report. “K112859: Erapid Nebulizer System.” Lineage record from FDA 510(k) data and the FDA summary. Updated Nov 3, 2026. Accessed Nov 6, 2026. https://510kreport.com/device/K112859
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Record history
- FDA decision record loaded May 2, 2026
- Summary read Oct 13, 2026 (extraction version 9eaa42aa01ed)
- Lineage and recalls computed Nov 3, 2026
- Page last updated Nov 3, 2026