Rochester, NY (USA). (September 8, 2020) – Acuity Polymers, a leading developer of contact lens materials, today announced that it has received 510(k) clearance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for ACUITY 200™ daily wear gas permeable contact lenses, in a variety of designs and indications.

ACUITY 200 contact lenses are produced from a next generation contact lens material (fluoroxyfocon A) and feature the highest gas permeability of any contact lenses on the market. Engineered using Acuity Polymers’ recently patented ultra Dk technology, ACUITY 200 offers exceptional permeability and wettability for healthy lens wear while providing excellent all-day
comfort, whether in a scleral or corneal lens design.

“The FDA 510(k) clearance of ACUITY 200 provides specialty contact lens fitters with the highest Dk GP material to address the significant oxygen permeability needs of large diameter contact lens wearers” said Jim Bonafini, President of Acuity Polymers, Inc. “We’re excited to bring to market the first new GP material in ages, one that provides substantial advantages for patient eye health and wearing comfort.”

To learn more about Acuity Polymers, Inc. visit www.acuitypolymers.com.

About Acuity Polymers, Inc. 
Established in 2016, Acuity Polymers, Inc. is a developer and manufacturer of advanced materials and solutions for the contact lens industry.  It is dedicated to bringing to market significant advances in specialty polymers and lens care products to benefit manufacturers, fitters, and users of custom contact lenses.  Acuity Polymers, Inc. is a privately held company, headquartered in Rochester, NY (USA) and has worldwide distribution through a network of specialty contact lens manufacturers.