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# FDA Classifies Apical Closure Devices as Class 2
- URL: https://www.fdaweb.com/fda-classifies-apical-closure-devices-as-class-2/
- Published: 2016-10-17T12:00:00.000Z
- Updated: 2026-09-14T21:40:06.000Z
- Author: David McFarland
- Tags: FDA Policy/General, #legacy-id-D5137086

*Federal Register* Final Order: FDA has classified the apical closure device into Class 2 (special controls). The controls will be part of the codified language for the device’s classification. To view this order, click [here](https://www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2016-10-17/pdf/2016-25002.pdf?ref=fdaweb.com).