# Medical Devices; Ophthalmic Devices; Classification of the Electromechanical Tear Stimulator
> **Food and Drug Administration** · Final amendment; final order. · Published 2022-02-18 · Effective 2022-02-18 · 87 FR 9242
## Document
- **Document number:** 2022-03540
- **Category:** fda-device
- **Sub-agency:** Food and Drug Administration
- **Federal Register citation:** 87 FR 9242
- **CFR reference:** 21 CFR 886
- **Publication date:** 2022-02-18
- **Effective date:** 2022-02-18
- **HHS docket:** Docket No. FDA-2022-N-0104
## Abstract

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA or we) is classifying the electromechanical tear stimulator into class II (special controls). The special controls that apply to the device type are identified in this order and will be part of the codified language for the electromechanical tear stimulator's classification. We are taking this action because we have determined that classifying the device into class II (special controls) will provide a reasonable assurance of safety and effectiveness of the device. We believe this action will also enhance patients' access to beneficial innovative devices.

## Source
- [Federal Register document](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2022/02/18/2022-03540/medical-devices-ophthalmic-devices-classification-of-the-electromechanical-tear-stimulator)
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