510(k) · Cleared
ClearedArthrex Nano FiberTak Suture Anchor
Data to Oct 25, 2026 (FDA decisions) Oct 12, 2026 (recalls) Sep 30, 2026 (MAUDE) refreshed weekly
Arthrex, Inc. · MBI Fastener, Fixation, Nondegradable, Soft Tissue
Cleared on Mar 2, 2026 as substantially equivalent to K110879 (Biomet Sports Medicine, 2011) and 2 other predicates after a 63-day review. Its family tree reaches back 12 generations to 1996.
- Decided
- Mar 2, 2026
- Review
- 63 days
- Class
- Class II
- Product code
- MBI
- Recalls
- None
- Predicates
- 3
Its longest line of descent runs back 12 generations to K961555 (1996). 39 ancestors in all, the oldest K921873 (1992). No later device cites it as a predicate yet.
- Root · 12 generations backK961555 Acufex Tag Bioabsorbable AnchorsAcufex Microsurgical, Inc. · 1996
- 8 generations between
- 3 generations backK181769 Arthrex FiberTak Suture AnchorArthrex, Inc. · 2018
- 2 generations backK200341 Arthrex FiberTak Suture AnchorArthrex, Inc. · 2020
- 1 generation backK203268 Arthrex FiberTak Suture AnchorArthrex, Inc. · 2020
- This deviceK254229 Arthrex Nano FiberTak Suture AnchorArthrex, Inc. · 2026
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- Root · 12 generations backK961555 Acufex Tag Bioabsorbable AnchorsAcufex Microsurgical, Inc. · 1996
- 11 generations backK031685 Tag Rod Bioraptor Suture Anchor 7209317, 7209318Smith & Nephew, Inc. · 2003 · Recalled
- 10 generations backK053344 Bioraptor Suture Anchor, Twinfix 2.8 MM Suture Anchor, Twinfix 3.5…Smith & Nephew, Inc. · 2006
- 9 generations backK061863 Arthrex Corkscrew Suture Anchor, Tak, and Pushlock FamilyArthrex, Inc. · 2006
- 8 generations backK071177 Arthrex Bio- Composite Suture Anchors: Bio-Composite Pushlock…Arthrex, Inc. · 2007
- 7 generations backK091844 Arthrex Bio-Composite Suturetak AnchorsArthrex, Inc. · 2009
- 6 generations backK112237 Microsuture AnchorsArthrex, Inc. · 2011
- 5 generations backK140476 Arthrex Fibertak Suture AnchorArthrex, Inc. · 2014
- 4 generations backK151230 Arthrex FiberTak AnchorsArthrex, Inc. · 2015
- 3 generations backK181769 Arthrex FiberTak Suture AnchorArthrex, Inc. · 2018
- 2 generations backK200341 Arthrex FiberTak Suture AnchorArthrex, Inc. · 2020
- 1 generation backK203268 Arthrex FiberTak Suture AnchorArthrex, Inc. · 2020
- This deviceK254229 Arthrex Nano FiberTak Suture AnchorArthrex, Inc. · 2026
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Line of descent and top descendants
| Generation | Number | Device | Applicant | Decided | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| −12 | K961555 | Acufex Tag Bioabsorbable Anchors | Acufex Microsurgical, Inc. | 1996 | — |
| −11 | K031685 | Tag Rod Bioraptor Suture Anchor 7209317, 7209318 | Smith & Nephew, Inc. | 2003 | 5 |
| −10 | K053344 | Bioraptor Suture Anchor, Twinfix 2.8 MM Suture Anchor, Twinfix 3.5 MM Suture… | Smith & Nephew, Inc. | 2006 | — |
| −9 | K061863 | Arthrex Corkscrew Suture Anchor, Tak, and Pushlock Family | Arthrex, Inc. | 2006 | — |
| −8 | K071177 | Arthrex Bio- Composite Suture Anchors: Bio-Composite Pushlock, Bio-Composite… | Arthrex, Inc. | 2007 | — |
| −7 | K091844 | Arthrex Bio-Composite Suturetak Anchors | Arthrex, Inc. | 2009 | — |
| −6 | K112237 | Microsuture Anchors | Arthrex, Inc. | 2011 | — |
| −5 | K140476 | Arthrex Fibertak Suture Anchor | Arthrex, Inc. | 2014 | — |
| −4 | K151230 | Arthrex FiberTak Anchors | Arthrex, Inc. | 2015 | — |
| −3 | K181769 | Arthrex FiberTak Suture Anchor | Arthrex, Inc. | 2018 | — |
| −2 | K200341 | Arthrex FiberTak Suture Anchor | Arthrex, Inc. | 2020 | — |
| −1 | K203268 | Arthrex FiberTak Suture Anchor | Arthrex, Inc. | 2020 | — |
| 0 (this device) | K254229 | Arthrex Nano FiberTak Suture Anchor | Arthrex, Inc. | 2026 | — |
Other ancestors by year cleared
| Year cleared | Devices | With a Class I recall |
|---|---|---|
| 1992 | 1 | 0 |
| 1994 | 1 | 0 |
| 1995 | 1 | 0 |
| 1996 | 2 | 0 |
| 1997 | 2 | 0 |
| 1998 | 2 | 0 |
| 1999 | 1 | 0 |
| 2000 | 1 | 0 |
| 2001 | 1 | 0 |
| 2003 | 2 | 0 |
| 2004 | 1 | 0 |
| 2005 | 3 | 0 |
| 2006 | 3 | 0 |
| 2008 | 1 | 0 |
| 2011 | 2 | 0 |
| 2014 | 1 | 0 |
| 2017 | 1 | 0 |
| 2018 | 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 MBI? 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 MBI device
- #1 K203268 Arthrex FiberTak Suture Anchorscore 21.4 · 11 generations · no Class I recall
- #2 Held for the reportin the report
- #3 Held for the reportin the report
What was it cleared against? (3)
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| * | K110879 | Biomet Sports Medicine Juggerknot (TM) Mini Soft AnchorSummary page 5…BI Classification Name 21 CFR 888.3040: Smooth or threaded metallic bone fixation fastener Regulatory Class II Primary Predicate K110879 – JuggerKnot Mini Soft Anchor Device Additional Predicate K203268 – Arthrex FiberTak Suture Anchor Devices K18… | 2011 |
| * | K203268 | Arthrex FiberTak Suture AnchorSummary page 5…ic bone fixation fastener Regulatory Class II Primary Predicate K110879 – JuggerKnot Mini Soft Anchor Device Additional Predicate K203268 – Arthrex FiberTak Suture Anchor Devices K181513 – Arthrex PushLock Tenodesis Anchor Purpose of Submission This… | 2020 |
| * | K181513 | Arthrex PushLock Tenodesis AnchorSummary page 5…s II Primary Predicate K110879 – JuggerKnot Mini Soft Anchor Device Additional Predicate K203268 – Arthrex FiberTak Suture Anchor Devices K181513 – Arthrex PushLock Tenodesis Anchor Purpose of Submission This Traditional 510(k) premarket notification is submitted to… | 2018 |
What descends from it?
No later submission names this one as a predicate yet.
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 30 years and passes through 3 companies; a new generation was cleared every 2.2 years on median.
- 3 of the 39 ancestors have a recall of any class.
- 1 other device also cites its predicate K110879.
How does its category compare?
All MBI devicesMBI Fastener, Fixation, Nondegradable, Soft Tissue: FDA decisions, review times, recalls and adverse event reports over 20 years. 2026, this device’s year, is highlighted.
FDA decisions per year · MBI
27in 2025
2026 to Oct 25, outlined.
Median 510(k) review, days · MBI
58in 2025
Receipt to decision; years with fewer than 3 clearances left blank.
Recalls per year · MBI
1in 2025
Class I (0 since 2007) Class II/III not classified
Adverse event reports per year · MBI
3,826in 2025
MAUDE reports naming product code MBI, 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 | 16 | 80 | 24 | 240 |
| 2008 | 10 | 69 | 6 | 338 |
| 2009 | 19 | 82 | 2 | 355 |
| 2010 | 17 | 76 | 3 | 291 |
| 2011 | 30 | 75 | 23 | 328 |
| 2012 | 24 | 94 | 6 | 371 |
| 2013 | 31 | 100 | 2 | 442 |
| 2014 | 23 | 101 | 0 | 504 |
| 2015 | 23 | 85 | 0 | 507 |
| 2016 | 17 | 94 | 0 | 795 |
| 2017 | 17 | 70 | 4 | 675 |
| 2018 | 16 | 91 | 2 | 1,072 |
| 2019 | 31 | 90 | 0 | 1,303 |
| 2020 | 35 | 83 | 1 | 1,454 |
| 2021 | 18 | 107 | 0 | 1,890 |
| 2022 | 19 | 64 | 0 | 1,591 |
| 2023 | 52 | 57 | 1 | 2,503 |
| 2024 | 22 | 30 | 1 | 3,779 |
| 2025 | 27 | 58 | 1 | 3,826 |
| 2026 | 30 | 63 | 0 | — |
What is it indicated for?
The Nano FiberTak Suture Anchor is intended to be used for soft tissue to bone fixation with indications for use in:
Hand and Wrist
Ulnar or lateral collateral ligament reconstruction, Repair/reconstruction of collateral ligaments, flexor, and extensor tendon at the PIP (proximal interphalangeal, DIP (distal interphalangeal), and MCP (metacarpal interphalangeal) joints for all digits, Scapholunate ligament reconstruction.
Indications for use as stated in the FDA summary.
https://510kreport.com/device/K254229 · printed Nov 6, 2026
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510(k) Report. “K254229: Arthrex Nano FiberTak Suture Anchor.” Lineage record from FDA 510(k) data and the FDA summary. Updated Nov 3, 2026. Accessed Nov 6, 2026. https://510kreport.com/device/K254229
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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