510(k) · Cleared
ClearedMicrocyn Antimicrobial Skin and Wound Cleanser
Data to Oct 25, 2026 (FDA decisions) Oct 12, 2026 (recalls) Sep 30, 2026 (MAUDE) refreshed weekly
Sonoma Pharmaceuticals · FRO Dressing, Wound, Drug
Cleared on Nov 21, 2017 as substantially equivalent to K090206 (Oculus Innovative Sciences, Inc., 2009) and 1 other predicate after an 81-day review. Its family tree reaches back 7 generations to 1992. 3 later devices descend from it.
- Decided
- Nov 21, 2017
- Review
- 81 days
- Class
- Class U
- Product code
- FRO
- Recalls
- None
- Predicates
- 2
Its longest line of descent runs back 7 generations to K914579 (1992). 28 ancestors in all, the oldest K890354 (1989). 3 later devices descend from it, 2 citing it directly.
- Root · 7 generations backK914579 Silver Foam Wound DressingVitaphore Corp. · 1992
- 6 generations backK955453 Acticoat Silver Coated DressingWestaim Technologies, Inc. · 1996
- 5 generations backK981299 Silverlon Contact Wound DressingArgentum International, LLC · 1998
- 4 generations backK023612 Silverlon Contact Wound DressingArgentum International, LLC · 2003
- 3 generations backK063069 Silvaklenz Skin and Wound Clenser SolutionMedical Molecular Therapuetics, LLC · 2007
- 2 generations backK073547 Anasept Antimicrobial Skin and Wound Cleansers; Anasept…Anacapa Technologies, Inc. · 2008
- 1 generation backK090206 Oculus Puracyn Antimicrobial Skin and Wound CleanserOculus Innovative Sciences, Inc. · 2009 · Recalled
- This deviceK172622 Microcyn Antimicrobial Skin and Wound CleanserSonoma Pharmaceuticals · 2017
- Descendant · cites it directly · 1 of its ownK233399 Microdacyn Wound Care SolutionSonoma Pharmaceuticals, Inc. · 2024
- Descendant · 2 generations on · 0 of its ownK261023 Microdacyn Wound Irrigation SolutionSonoma Pharmaceuticals, Inc. · 2026
- Descendant · cites it directly · 0 of its ownK220286 ELECTROCYN somaV3Bio Sdn. Bhd · 2022
Most influential descendants
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Line of descent and top descendants
| Generation | Number | Device | Applicant | Decided | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| −7 | K914579 | Silver Foam Wound Dressing | Vitaphore Corp. | 1992 | — |
| −6 | K955453 | Acticoat Silver Coated Dressing | Westaim Technologies, Inc. | 1996 | — |
| −5 | K981299 | Silverlon Contact Wound Dressing | Argentum International, LLC | 1998 | — |
| −4 | K023612 | Silverlon Contact Wound Dressing | Argentum International, LLC | 2003 | — |
| −3 | K063069 | Silvaklenz Skin and Wound Clenser Solution | Medical Molecular Therapuetics, LLC | 2007 | — |
| −2 | K073547 | Anasept Antimicrobial Skin and Wound Cleansers; Anasept Antimicrobial Skin and… | Anacapa Technologies, Inc. | 2008 | — |
| −1 | K090206 | Oculus Puracyn Antimicrobial Skin and Wound Cleanser | Oculus Innovative Sciences, Inc. | 2009 | 3 |
| 0 (this device) | K172622 | Microcyn Antimicrobial Skin and Wound Cleanser | Sonoma Pharmaceuticals | 2017 | — |
| +1 | K233399 | Microdacyn Wound Care Solution | Sonoma Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 2024 | — |
| +2 | K261023 | Microdacyn Wound Irrigation Solution | Sonoma Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 2026 | — |
| +1 | K220286 | ELECTROCYN soma | V3Bio Sdn. Bhd | 2022 | — |
Other ancestors by year cleared
| Year cleared | Devices | With a Class I recall |
|---|---|---|
| 1989 | 2 | 0 |
| 1993 | 1 | 0 |
| 1995 | 2 | 0 |
| 1997 | 3 | 0 |
| 1998 | 2 | 0 |
| 1999 | 2 | 0 |
| 2001 | 3 | 0 |
| 2002 | 2 | 0 |
| 2004 | 1 | 0 |
| 2005 | 1 | 0 |
| 2006 | 1 | 0 |
| 2017 | 1 | 0 |
Descendants by year cleared
| Year cleared | Devices | With a Class I recall |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 1 | 0 |
| 2024 | 1 | 0 |
| 2026 | 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.
Planning a device in FRO? 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 FRO device
- #1 K261023 Microdacyn Wound Irrigation Solutionscore 15.5 · 14 generations · no Class I recall
- #2 Held for the reportin the report
- #3 Held for the reportin the report
What was it cleared against? (2)
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| * | K090206 | Oculus Puracyn Antimicrobial Skin and Wound CleanserSummary page 4…: Unclassified, Pre-amendment status Product Code: FRO III. PREDICATE DEVICE Puracyn Skin and Wound Cleanser with Preservatives manufactured by Sonoma Pharmaceuticals (K090206) Hydrocleanse Antimicrobial Skin and Wound Cleanser manufactured by Sonoma Pharmaceuticals (K171727) IV. DEVICE DESCRIPTION The… | 2009 |
| * | K171727 | Hydrocleanse Antimicrobial Skin and Wound Care SolutionSummary page 4…d Cleanser with Preservatives manufactured by Sonoma Pharmaceuticals (K090206) Hydrocleanse Antimicrobial Skin and Wound Cleanser manufactured by Sonoma Pharmaceuticals (K171727) IV. DEVICE DESCRIPTION The Microcyn Antimicrobial Skin and Wound Cleanser is a clear hypotonic solution that aids in the mecha… | 2017 |
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? (0 Class I)
No FDA recall names this device.
No ancestor or descendant has a Class I recall.
What does this lineage say?
- The line of descent spans 25 years and passes through 7 companies; a new generation was cleared every 4.3 years on median.
- 1 of the 28 ancestors has a recall of any class.
- Of its descendants, K233399 (Sonoma Pharmaceuticals, Inc., 2024) has gone furthest, with 1 descendant of its own.
- 7 other devices also cite its predicate K090206.
How does its category compare?
All FRO devicesFRO Dressing, Wound, Drug: FDA decisions, review times, recalls and adverse event reports over 20 years. 2017, this device’s year, is highlighted.
FDA decisions per year · FRO
11in 2025
2026 to Oct 25, outlined.
Median 510(k) review, days · FRO
176in 2025
Receipt to decision; years with fewer than 3 clearances left blank.
Recalls per year · FRO
2in 2024
Class I (2 since 2007) Class II/III not classified
Adverse event reports per year · FRO
192in 2025
MAUDE reports naming product code FRO, 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 | 29 | 187 | 4 | 55 |
| 2008 | 26 | 130 | 1 | 30 |
| 2009 | 31 | 136 | 1 | 45 |
| 2010 | 31 | 146 | 0 | 122 |
| 2011 | 27 | 177 | 4 | 42 |
| 2012 | 24 | 96 | 0 | 65 |
| 2013 | 19 | 194 | 1 | 139 |
| 2014 | 22 | 214 | 1 | 269 |
| 2015 | 28 | 249 | 2 | 297 |
| 2016 | 28 | 222 | 3 | 147 |
| 2017 | 23 | 147 | 1 | 149 |
| 2018 | 20 | 206 | 0 | 128 |
| 2019 | 16 | 270 | 1 | 136 |
| 2020 | 12 | 226 | 0 | 139 |
| 2021 | 8 | 275 | 6 | 183 |
| 2022 | 9 | 332 | 2 | 176 |
| 2023 | 18 | 283 | 2 (2) | 198 |
| 2024 | 24 | 263 | 2 | 232 |
| 2025 | 11 | 176 | 0 | 192 |
| 2026 | 17 | 254 | 2 | — |
What is it indicated for?
Rx Indications: Under the supervision of a healthcare professional, Microcyn Antimicrobial Skin and Wound Cleanser is intended for the cleansing, irrigation, moistening, debridement and removal of foreign material and debris from exudating wounds, acute and chronic dermal lesions including stage I-IV pressure ulcers, stasis ulcers, diabetic ulcers, post-surgical wounds, first- and second-degree burns, abrasions, minor irritations of the skin, diabetic…
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Rx Indications: Under the supervision of a healthcare professional, Microcyn Antimicrobial Skin and Wound Cleanser is intended for the cleansing, irrigation, moistening, debridement and removal of foreign material and debris from exudating wounds, acute and chronic dermal lesions including stage I-IV pressure ulcers, stasis ulcers, diabetic ulcers, post-surgical wounds, first- and second-degree burns, abrasions, minor irritations of the skin, diabetic foot ulcers, ingrown toe nails, grafted/donor sites and exit sites. It is also intended for use to moisten and lubricate wound dressings and for use with devices intended to irrigate wounds.
OTC Indications for Use: Microcyn Antimicrobial Skin and Wound Cleanser is intended for OTC use in the management of skin abrasions, lacerations, minor irritations, cuts, and intact skin.
Indications for use as stated in the FDA summary.
https://510kreport.com/device/K172622 · printed Nov 6, 2026
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510(k) Report. “K172622: Microcyn Antimicrobial Skin and Wound Cleanser.” Lineage record from FDA 510(k) data and the FDA summary. Updated Nov 3, 2026. Accessed Nov 6, 2026. https://510kreport.com/device/K172622
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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