U.S. Code of Federal Regulations
Regulations most recently checked for updates: Aug 28, 2025
(a) Identification. A vacuum abortion system is a device designed to aspirate transcervically the products of conception or menstruation from the uterus by using a cannula connected to a suction source. This device is used for pregnancy termination or menstrual regulation. This type of device may include aspiration cannula, vacuum source, and vacuum controller.
(b) Classification. Class II (performance standards).