On June 15, 2016 FDA issued a final rule Use of Symbols in Labeling. The rule is effective from September 13, 2016. The rule allows symbols in medical device labeling without adjacent explanatory text, i.e., “stand-alone symbols” when:
- A national or international standards development organization (SDO) developed the symbol
- A standard authorizes the “standardized symbol” for stand-alone use
- The manufacturer includes a symbols glossary in the labeling for the device
To support the rule, FDA published a new standards-recognition notice to modify the current list of recognized standards.
An FDA webpage provides information https://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/DeviceRegulationandGuidance/Overview/DeviceLabeling/ucm555598.htm?source=govdelivery&utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery