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Hazard

Contamination Risk recalls

1,031 recalls in our database tag this hazard, drawn from FDA, USDA FSIS, CPSC, and NHTSA source notices.

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  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-3151-2024·2024-09-25

    Boston Scientific VTC Nephrostomy Catheter Kit Recalled for Sterile Barrier Defect

    Boston Scientific is recalling VTC Regular Kit Nephrostomy Catheter System kits due to potential holes in the sterile barrier of the device pouch, which may compromise device sterility.

    Product
    VTC Regular Kit Nephrostomy Catheter System Kit, Material Number REF M001245300; to provide external drainage of the urinary tract.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    0 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-3150-2024·2024-09-25

    Sump Catheter System Recalled for Potential Sterile Barrier Defect

    Boston Scientific is recalling the vanSonnenberg Sump Catheter System Kit because the sterile barrier pouch may have holes that could compromise device sterility. The recall affects 4 units distributed in the US, Colombia, Philippines, and Russia.

    Product
    vanSonnenberg Sump Locking Pigtail Regular Kit Sump Catheter System Kit, Material Number REF M001273090; for use as a percutaneously placed drain for intra-abdominal fluid collections.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    0 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-3148-2024·2024-09-25

    Flexima Biliary Catheter System Kits recalled for potential sterile barrier failure

    Boston Scientific is recalling Flexima Biliary Catheter System Kit (Lot #33512376) due to potential holes in the device pouch's sterile barrier, which could compromise device sterility. No illnesses or injuries have been reported.

    Product
    Flexima Regular Kit Biliary Catheter System Kit, Material Numbers REF M001271650; bile drainage catheter with locking pigtail
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    0 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-3097-2024·2024-09-18

    Smith & Nephew Tendon Staples Recalled for Compromised Packaging Sterility

    Smith & Nephew is recalling 2,961 units of ROTATION MEDICAL TENDON STAPLES due to improper outer foil pouch sealing that may compromise product sterility. No injuries have been reported.

    Product
    ROTATION MEDICAL TENDON STAPLES (8) (narrow indication)-Intended for fixation of prosthetic material to soft tissues. Product Number: 72205201
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-3052-2024·2024-09-18

    Medline surgical convenience kits recalled due to defective plastic syringes

    Medline Industries is recalling multiple surgical convenience kits containing defective plastic syringes. The syringes may leak or break, posing a risk to patient health during medical procedures.

    Product
    Medline Convenience kits labeled as: 1) SPECIAL PROCEDURE PACK ARTERI , Pack Number 00-399024X ; 2) ARTHROSCOPY TRAY, Pack Number AM110A ; 3) HIP , Pack Number BM200A ; 4) SHOULDER ARTHROSCOPY, Pack Number BM230A ; 5) KNEE ARTHROSCOPY, Pack Number BM240A ; 6) PODIATRY PACK
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    0 states
  • HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0653-2024·2024-09-11

    Compounded Semaglutide Recalled Due to Lack of Sterility Assurance

    ProRx LLC is recalling 1,960 vials of compounded semaglutide nationwide due to lack of assurance of sterility. The multiple-dose vials may not meet sterility standards for injectable medications.

    Product
    SEMAGLUTIDE 10mg/4mL (2.5mg/mL), 4 mL Multiple Dose Vial, Rx Only, Compounded Drug, Mfd by: ProRX Exton, PA19341, NDC 84139-225-04
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2749-2024·2024-09-04

    Medline Circumcision Tray Kits Recalled for Defective Syringes

    Medline procedural kits containing circumcision trays are being recalled due to plastic syringes affected by an FDA Safety Alert. The syringes have identified leaks and breakage that may pose risks to patient health.

    Product
    Medline procedural kits labeled as: CIRCUMCISION TRAY, Pack Number DYNDA2271
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    0 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2642-2024·2024-08-28

    Vial Decanter Medical Device Recalled for Compromised Sterile Packaging

    Microtek Medical Inc. recalls Vial Decanter units (REF 2006S) due to pin holes and tears in the sterile packaging film discovered during testing. Compromised sterile barriers could allow microbial contamination.

    Product
    Vial Decanter, REF 2006S. Packaged on a form, fill and seal machine with a poly/Tyvek material then placed 50 products to a case (cs).
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2685-2024·2024-08-28

    Regard Kit Decanters Recalled for Defective Sterile Packaging

    ROi CPS LLC is recalling 78 Regard Kits containing Microtek decanters due to pin holes and tears in sterile packaging that cannot be identified visually. Defective packaging could compromise the sterile barrier.

    Product
    Regard Kit containing the Microtek decanter
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2641-2024·2024-08-28

    Bottle Decanter REF 2004S Recalled for Sterile Barrier Packaging Defects

    Microtek Medical Inc. is recalling Bottle Decanter REF 2004S units due to pin holes and tears found in the sterile barrier packaging during testing. Compromised packaging could allow contamination of the medical device.

    Product
    Bottle Decanter, REF 2004S. Packaged on a form, fill and seal machine with a poly/Tyvek material then placed 50 products to a case (cs).
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2640-2024·2024-08-28

    Bag Decanter II Medical Device Recalled for Sterile Packaging Defects

    Microtek Medical Inc. is recalling Bag Decanter II medical devices due to pinholes and tears identified in the sterile packaging film during quality testing, which could compromise product sterility.

    Product
    Bag Decanter II, REF 2002S. Packaged on a form, fill and seal machine with a poly/Tyvek material then placed 50 products to a case (cs).
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-2639-2024·2024-08-28

    C-Flow Bag Decanter Packaging Defects Prompt Sterile Barrier Recall

    Microtek Medical Inc. recalls C-Flow Bag Decanters (10,366 cases) due to pin holes and tears in sterile barrier packaging discovered during quality testing. The defects could allow bacterial contamination.

    Product
    C-Flow Bag Decanter, REF 2000S. Packaged on a form, fill and seal machine with a poly/Tyvek material then placed 50 products to a case (cs).
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0630-2024·2024-08-14

    Estradiol Cypionate Injection Recalled Due to Lack of Sterility Assurance

    Empower Pharmacy is recalling Estradiol Cypionate Injection due to lack of assurance of sterility. The recall affects 2,797 units distributed nationwide within the United States.

    Product
    Empower Pharmacy, Estradiol Cypionate Injection, 10mg/mL, 5mL Sterile Multiple Dose Vial, For IM or SQ use only, RX only, Compounded by: Empower Pharmacy 7601 N Sam Houston Pkwy W Ste 100, Houston, TX 77064
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2539-2024·2024-08-14

    Medical Device Hookup Instructions Contain Errors Affecting Endoscope Disinfection

    Steris Corporation recalls certain automated endoscope reprocessor hookups due to incorrect instructions in product documentation. Improper hookup connection could prevent proper endoscope disinfection, risking patient infection.

    Product
    Hookup Model/Catalog Number: DSD-110-HU0163 Product Description: Hookups provide the interface between DSD Automated Endoscope Reprocessors ( AER ) and endoscopes, which allow perfusion of liquids dispensed by the AER to contact and high-level disinfect the channels of flexib
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Food)·F-1627-2024·2024-08-14

    Non-Alcoholic Cocktail Mixer Recalled Due to Facility Safety Concerns

    Cafe Caramel Delight, a non-alcoholic cocktail mixer, is being recalled because it was produced in an unlicensed, uninspected facility with potential under-processing concerns.

    Product
    Cafe Caramel Delight is a non-alcoholic cocktail mixer. Product is packaged in glass 750ml bottle and sold under brand Urban River Spirits. Label has listed instructions as Shake Well Refrigerated After Opening.
    Category
    Food
    Distribution
    0 states
  • ModerateFDA (Food)·F-1631-2024·2024-08-14

    Urban River Spirits Cocktail Mixer Recalled for Under-Processing Risk

    Urban River Spirits is recalling Tropical Lime & Coconut non-alcoholic mixer because it was manufactured in an unlicensed facility with potential under-processing. No illnesses have been reported.

    Product
    Tropical Lime & Coconut is a non-alcoholic cocktail mixer. Product is packaged in glass 750ml bottle and sold under brand Urban River Spirits. Label has listed instructions as Shake Well Refrigerated After Opening.
    Category
    Food
    Distribution
    0 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2407-2024·2024-07-24

    Surgical Product Recalled Due to Torn Pouches Compromising Sterile Barrier

    Ethicon Sarl is recalling SURGICEL FIBRILLAR product due to torn foil pouches that compromised the sterile barrier. Approximately 39,010 units distributed in the US, India, and Japan are affected.

    Product
    SURGICEL FIBRILLAR 1INX2IN(2.5CMX5.1CM), Product Number: 1963
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2408-2024·2024-07-24

    High Flow Insufflation Tubing Recalled for Incomplete Seals

    Canadian Hospital Specialties is recalling HIGH FLOW INSUFFLATION TUBING with incomplete seals that may result in non-sterile product. The defect affects 6,300 units and poses patient safety concerns.

    Product
    Product Name: HIGH FLOW INSUFFLATION TUBING (with Filter) Model/Catalog Number: 20400161S Product Description: Laparoscopic Insufflator
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0608-2024·2024-07-24

    Peritoneal Dialysis Solution Recalled for Tube Weld Failure Risk

    Fresenius is recalling DELFLEX dialysis solution due to tube weld failures causing slow leaks that are difficult to detect. 183 cases affected nationwide.

    Product
    DELFLEX — DELFLEX (DEXTROSE MONOHYDRATE, SODIUM CHLORIDE, SODIUM LACTATE, CALCIUM CHLORIDE, MAGNESIUM CHLORIDE)
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2406-2024·2024-07-24

    Surgical Hemostatic Device Recalled for Compromised Sterile Barrier

    Ethicon is recalling SURGICEL FIBRILLAR hemostatic pads due to torn foil pouches that compromise the sterile barrier, traced to a specific packaging machine defect.

    Product
    SURGICEL FIBRILLAR 1INX2IN(2.5CMX5.1CM), Product Number: 1961
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2226-2024·2024-07-10

    Medline Neuro IR Surgical Kit Recalled Due to Weak Seals

    Medline is recalling Neuro IR surgical convenience kits due to weak seals in the Pure Pouch component that may compromise sterility. The recall affects 12,588 kits distributed nationwide.

    Product
    Sterile surgical convenience kit: Medline Neuro IR Pack, Pack #DYNJ56073C, containing a Pure Pouch with component Medline Reorder #DYNJ04048, Kelly Forceps/STD STR Sterile.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2231-2024·2024-07-10

    Medline surgical convenience kits recalled due to weak Pure Pouch seals

    Medline is recalling over 7,600 Open Heart surgical convenience kits nationwide due to weak seals on the Pure Pouch component. The seals may fail and compromise the sterility of the surgical instruments inside.

    Product
    Non-sterile convenience kits: Medline Open Heart CDS, Pack #CDS981759C, containing a Pure Pouch with component Reorder #DYNJ04048, Kelly Forceps/STD STR Sterile.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2227-2024·2024-07-10

    Medline Birthing Room Pack surgical kits recalled due to weak sterile seals

    Medline is recalling approximately 12,588 sterile surgical kits used for childbirth procedures because weak seals on Pure Pouch components may fail and compromise sterility.

    Product
    Sterile convenience kit: Medline Birthing Room Pack, Pack #DYNJ38429D, containing a Pure Pouch component Sterile Sharp/Blunt Scissors 5.5", Reorder #65945 and containing a Pure Pouch component Sterile 5.5" Episiotomy Scissors, Reorder #67645.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2230-2024·2024-07-10

    Medline surgical convenience kits recalled for weak seal integrity

    Medline surgical convenience kits containing Pure Pouch components with weak seals may fail to maintain sterility, potentially compromising the safety of contained medical instruments. Affected kits were distributed nationwide across 23 states.

    Product
    Non-sterile convenience kits: a. Medline Difficult Airway Tray W/O Cook, Pack #ACC010578, containing a Pure Pouch with component Reorder #DYNJ040408, Kelly Forceps/STD STR Sterile. b. Medline Adult/Child Intubation Kit, Pack #ACC010616 and Pack #ACC010616H, containing a P
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0547-2024·2024-06-19

    Klarity-C Ophthalmic Emulsion Recalled Due to Sterility Assurance Risk

    Imprimis is recalling Klarity-C, a cyclosporine eye medication, because the company cannot assure the product meets sterility standards. Approximately 136,005 units were distributed nationwide.

    Product
    Klarity-C (cyclosporine) Preservative-Free Sterile Ophthalmic Emulsion 0.1% 5.5mL, Rx Only, This is a compounded drug. NOT FOR RESALE. OFFICE USE ONLY Compounded by: Imprimis NJOF, LLC., 1705 Route 46 West, unit 6B, Ledgewood, NJ 07852 NDC: 71384-514-05
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide