FitCup™

BeGirl

FitCup™ is a reusable menstrual cup that comes with a sterilizing case for storage.

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Product description Brand name and product description

FitCup™ is a menstrual management kit with a silicone menstrual cup. The kit also includes a Sterilizing Case, which is used to store the cup. The product is made from high-grade medical silicone and is manufactured in the USA.

Target region(s) Target region for distribution/implementation (listed by country if specified)

This product is distributed in manufactured in the USA, however, the manufacturer aims to target African countries through BeGirl’s initiative.

Distributors/implementing organizations Organization(s) distributing/deploying this product directly to communities/individuals?"

This product is available through their website.

Market suggested retail price Price per unit or service price per usage/terms (USD). Subsidies noted.

28 USD

Competitive landscape Similar products available on the market. May not be a comprehensive listing.

Primary competitors include OriganiCup, SanNap, and Shecup. However, there are a number of solutions available online.

SDG targeted United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) targeted with this product/application/service

Goal 3: Good health and well-being

Target user(s) Target user/consumer base (country, income segment)

Target users include female individuals (personal use)

Manufacturing/building method(s) Detail regarding solution production or construction method (instructions, mass production capacity, custom made,etc...)

This product is mass-produced in the USA.

Product Intellectual Property Open source/IP protected (note patent)/trade secret/other?

Trademarked

User Provision Model Where can the product be purchased/acquired by end users?

Users can obtain the product from BeGirl’s website.

Distribution to date Number of units that have been deployed, downloads or users to date

Unknown

Fields marked are sourced values that have been evaluated by the manufacturer or a third party, all others are design specifications.

Absorbency types

N/A

Absorbent base materials

N/A

Usability Features

Silicone menstrual cup

Design specifications Component and Operation overview including power, portability, facility requirements, preventative maintenance and user training requirements

FitCup™ is a menstrual cup made from medical-grade silicone. The cup is reusable and can be folded to fit into the vaginal canal to collect the menstrual flow. The cup can hold up to 30 mL of the flow and can be work for 12 hours. A sterile cup is included in the kit to store, clean, and sterilize the cup in between the cycles.

Product schematics Design and assembly illustrations

Technical support Technical support provided by

Provided by the manufacturer

Replacement components Availability of replacement components (in-country, by order,...)

None

Lifecycle Disposal and warranty

Lasts at least 5 years with proper care

Manufacturer specified performance targets Designer / Manufacturer specified targets

Designer specific performance targets include ease-of-use, durable, and accessible.

Vetted performance Findings of manufacturer evaluations or independent testing centers

Unknown

Testing organizations Independent lab, academic research centers, etc.

No third-party organizations, only testing performed by the designer.

Safety Potential hazards / risks related to operation of this product

No known safety hazards are related to this product. However, consultation from a medical practitioner on using the cup is recommended.

Complementary technical systems Performance of this product is improved with another technology (eg. Cookstoves and Wind-blocking skirts)

None

Academic research Academic research related to the product (e.g. published papers in peer-reviewed journals)

Beksinska, M.E., Smit, J., Greener, R., Todd, C.S., Lee, M.L.T., Maphumulo, V. and Hoffmann, V., 2015, Acceptability and performance of the menstrual cup in South Africa: a randomized crossover trial comparing the menstrual cup to tampons or sanitary pads, Journal of Women’s Health, 24(2), pp.151-158.

Zoller, H., 1974, U.S. Patent No. 3,845,766, Washington, DC: U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.

North, B.B. and Oldham, M.J., 2011, Preclinical, clinical, and over-the-counter postmarketing experience with a new vaginal cup: menstrual collection, Journal of Women’s Health, 20(2), pp. 303-311.

Koks, C.A., Dunselman, G.A., de Goeij, A.F., Arends, J.W. and Evers, J.L., 1997, Evaluation of a menstrual cup to collect shed endometrium for in vitro studies, Fertility and sterility, 68(3), pp. 560-564.

Compliance with regulations Product certifications and standards referenced by designer/manufacturer

Both the FitCup and Sterilizing Case are made with medical-grade silicone and are compliant with FDA standards

Evaluation methods Evaluation methods/protocols/guidelines referenced by designer or manufacturer.

Unknown

Other information

None

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Product description Brand name and product description

Target region(s) Target region for distribution/implementation (listed by country if specified)

This product is distributed in manufactured in the USA, however, the manufacturer aims to target African countries through BeGirl’s initiative.

Distributors/implementing organizations Organization(s) distributing/deploying this product directly to communities/individuals?"

This product is available through their website.

Market suggested retail price Price per unit or service price per usage/terms (USD). Subsidies noted.

28 USD

Competitive landscape Similar products available on the market. May not be a comprehensive listing.

Primary competitors include OriganiCup, SanNap, and Shecup. However, there are a number of solutions available online.

SDG targeted United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) targeted with this product/application/service

Goal 3: Good health and well-being

Target user(s) Target user/consumer base (country, income segment)

Target users include female individuals (personal use)

Manufacturing & delivery

Manufacturing/building method(s) Detail regarding solution production or construction method (instructions, mass production capacity, custom made,etc...)

This product is mass-produced in the USA.

Product Intellectual Property Open source/IP protected (note patent)/trade secret/other?

Trademarked

User Provision Model Where can the product be purchased/acquired by end users?

Users can obtain the product from BeGirl’s website.

Distribution to date Number of units that have been deployed, downloads or users to date

Unknown

Performance & use

Fields marked are sourced values that have been evaluated by the manufacturer or a third party, all others are design specifications.

Absorbency types

N/A

Absorbent base materials

N/A

Usability Features

Silicone menstrual cup

Design specifications Component and Operation overview including power, portability, facility requirements, preventative maintenance and user training requirements

Product schematics Design and assembly illustrations

Technical support Technical support provided by

Provided by the manufacturer

Replacement components Availability of replacement components (in-country, by order,...)

None

Lifecycle Disposal and warranty

Lasts at least 5 years with proper care

Manufacturer specified performance targets Designer / Manufacturer specified targets

Designer specific performance targets include ease-of-use, durable, and accessible.

Vetted performance Findings of manufacturer evaluations or independent testing centers

Unknown

Testing organizations Independent lab, academic research centers, etc.

No third-party organizations, only testing performed by the designer.

Safety Potential hazards / risks related to operation of this product

No known safety hazards are related to this product. However, consultation from a medical practitioner on using the cup is recommended.

Complementary technical systems Performance of this product is improved with another technology (eg. Cookstoves and Wind-blocking skirts)

None

Research & standards

Academic research Academic research related to the product (e.g. published papers in peer-reviewed journals)

Zoller, H., 1974, U.S. Patent No. 3,845,766, Washington, DC: U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.

North, B.B. and Oldham, M.J., 2011, Preclinical, clinical, and over-the-counter postmarketing experience with a new vaginal cup: menstrual collection, Journal of Women’s Health, 20(2), pp. 303-311.

Compliance with regulations Product certifications and standards referenced by designer/manufacturer

Both the FitCup and Sterilizing Case are made with medical-grade silicone and are compliant with FDA standards

Evaluation methods Evaluation methods/protocols/guidelines referenced by designer or manufacturer.

Unknown

Other information

None

Feedback

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Feedback from users, customers & distributors

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