Selected passages from the FDA letter
Quoted FDA text from the published dataset. These selected excerpts are not the complete letter.
Passage 1Chest Binders: In contrast, chest binders are used primarily by transgender individuals and those with gender dysphoria to compress and flatten the chest.
Passage 2Binding can be a significant step in affirming one’s gender and can help alleviate gender dysphoria.
Passage 3Freedom from Chest Dysphoria: Those who seek a secure, snug fit without the discomfort of breast pressure to alleviate chest dysphoria and promote overall well-being
Passage 4Our records indicate that you have not registered or listed these devices for fiscal year 2026.