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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-0954-2025·2025-01-22

    Surgical instrument kits recalled for potential sterile packaging defects

    Sklar Instruments is recalling 41,850 units of ECONO STERILE surgical procedure kits due to packaging defects that may compromise the sterile barrier, affecting multiple clamp and hemostat models used in general orthopedic surgery.

    Product
    ECONO STERILE medical procedure kits labeled as: 1) ECONO STERILE OLSEN-HEG NH SMO DEL 5.5STER25, Model Number 96-2352A; 2) ECONO STERILE HALSEY NH SERR 5" STRL CS/25, Model Number 96-2353; 3) ECONO STERILE OLSEN-HEGAR NH 5.5" STRL CS/25, Model Number 96-2355A; 4) ECO
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0948-2025·2025-01-22

    Sklar Instruments IUD Extractor Kits Recalled for Sterile Barrier Packaging Issues

    Sklar Instruments is recalling ECONO STERILE IUD Extractor kits (Model 96-4146A) due to packaging defects that may compromise the sterile barrier. Nationwide distribution.

    Product
    ECONO STERILE medical procedure kits labeled as: ECONO STERILE IUD EXTRACTOR DBL HK 10.5"CS25, Model Number 96-4146A
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0837-2025·2025-01-22

    Karl Storz Biopsy and Grasping Forceps Recalled Due to Sterility Validation Failure

    Karl Storz Endoscopy is recalling 285 units of optical biopsy and grasping forceps (REF 723400) distributed across 31 US states due to failure of manual cleaning validation, which compromises sterility assurance.

    Product
    Karl Storz - Endoskope - REF 723400 - Optical Biopsy and Grasping Forceps, CE
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    32 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0952-2025·2025-01-22

    Orthopedic Surgery Kits Recalled for Potential Sterile Barrier Packaging Defects

    Sklar Instruments is recalling ECONO STERILE LEMPERT BONE RONG orthopedic surgery kits due to packaging defects that may compromise sterility. The affected kits (Model 96-4780A, Lot HSI) were distributed nationwide.

    Product
    ECONO STERILE medical procedure kits labeled as: ECONO STERILE LEMPERT BONE RONG 6.25" STER25, Model Number 96-4780A; orthopedic surgery
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0947-2025·2025-01-22

    ECONO STERILE Gynecologic Biopsy Kits Recalled for Sterile Packaging Issues

    Sklar Instruments is recalling ECONO STERILE gynecologic biopsy procedure kits because of packaging issues that may breach the sterile barrier.

    Product
    ECONO STERILE medical procedure kits labeled as: 1) ECONO STERILE MINI TISCH 2.3X4.2MM STER CS10, Model Number 96-4134M; 2) ECONO STERILE OVAL BIOPSY FCP 3X7MM STER10, Model Number 96-4137M; gynecologic biopsy
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0933-2025·2025-01-22

    Sklar Instruments Recalls ECONO STERILE Surgical Retractors Due to Packaging Issues

    Sklar Instruments is recalling 1,050 ECONO STERILE surgical retractors nationwide due to packaging defects that may compromise sterility. The affected kits have potential breaches in their sterile barriers.

    Product
    ECONO STERILE medical procedure kits labeled as: 1) ECONO STERILE ARMY RETR (SET OF 2) STER CS25, Model Number 96-2243; 2) ECONO STERILE ARMY RETR (SET OF 2)STRL CS/25, Model Number 96-2243M; 3) ECONO STERILE SENN RETR DE BL 6.25"STRLCS/25, Model Number 96-2267; 4) ECONO
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0174-2025·2025-01-08

    Injectable phenylephrine recalled due to defective tamper-evident seals nationwide

    Hikma Injectables is recalling phenylephrine injections nationwide because tamper-evident seals on some syringes were not properly attached. Affected lot 243120003D has a use-by date of 03/11/2025.

    Product
    phenylephrine in 0.9% Sodium Chloride Inj, 1mg per 10 mL (100 mcg/mL), Rx only, Hikma Injectables USA Inc., 36 Stults Road, Dayton, NJ 08810, NDC 63037-173-25
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0754-2025·2025-01-01

    Sterile Kelly Hemostat Recalled Due to Weak Seals

    Medline's STERILE STRT KELLY HEMOSTAT (SK8039S) is being recalled due to weak seals that could compromise sterility, increasing the risk of contamination and infection. The recall affects 21,440 units distributed nationwide.

    Product
    STERILE STRT KELLY HEMOSTAT (SK8039S), Medline Item No. 66695
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0756-2025·2025-01-01

    Medline Surgical Needle Holders Recalled for Sterility Compromise

    Medline is recalling 21,440 surgical needleholders due to weak seals that may compromise sterility and increase risk of contamination and infection during surgical use.

    Product
    ST OR MAYO HEGAR NEEDLEHOLDER 6"(OR2500), Medline Item No. 67870
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-0729-2025·2025-01-01

    O&M Halyard Surgical Masks Recalled for Failing Bioburden Testing

    O&M Halyard SOFT TOUCH II Surgical Masks (lot AM4119961) are being recalled for not meeting EN 14683 bioburden testing standards printed on the packaging. No illnesses or injuries have been reported.

    Product
    O&M Halyard SOFT TOUCH II Surgical Mask, Blue-Disposable surgical mask Product Code: 47500
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0144-2025·2024-12-25

    Pearson Quality Topical Anesthetic Gel Recalled Due to Manufacturing Defect

    Keystone Industries is recalling Pearson Quality Topical Anesthetic Gel (20% Benzocaine) due to manufacturing equipment defects that could allow product contamination. The affected lot was inadvertently shipped despite quality control rejection.

    Product
    Pearson Quality, Topical Anesthetic Gel, 20% Benzocaine, For Professional Use Only, Net Contents: 1 oz (30 g), Manufactured for Pearson Dental Supply Inc., Sylmar, CA 91342 USA.
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0138-2025·2024-12-25

    Topical Anesthetic Gel Recalled for Manufacturing Equipment Defect

    Keystone Industries is recalling Benzocaine 20% topical anesthetic gel due to scratches in the manufacturing mixing vessel. Despite Quality Assurance rejection, the product was inadvertently shipped to customers.

    Product
    M&S Dental Supply Co LLC., Topical Anesthetic Gel, Benzocaine 20%, Net Wt. 1 oz. (30ml), Manufactured for: M&S Dental Supply Co LL, 105-30 101 Avenue, Ozone Park, NY 11416.
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0146-2025·2024-12-25

    Quala Dental Topical Anesthetic Gel Recalled for Manufacturing Equipment Defect

    Quala Dental Products topical anesthetic gel (20% benzocaine) is recalled due to manufacturing equipment defects. The bulk product was inadvertently released despite Quality Unit rejection after inspection found scratches on the mixing vessel.

    Product
    Quala Dental Products, Topical Anesthetic Gel, Contains 20% Benzocaine, Net Contents: 1 oz (30g), Gluten Free, Quala Dental Products, Made in USA for: NDC, Inc, 407 New Sanford Road, La Vergne, TN 37086, www.quala.com
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0142-2025·2024-12-25

    FDA Recalls Health-Tec Benzocaine Topical Anesthetic Due to Manufacturing Defect

    Keystone Industries recalls Health-Tec Topical Anesthetic (Benzocaine 20%) lot BNZ-001646 due to manufacturing defects. Scratches found in the mixing vessel caused product rejection designation, but product was inadvertently shipped.

    Product
    HEALTH-TEC TOPICAL ANESTHETIC — HEALTH-TEC TOPICAL ANESTHETIC (BENZOCAINE)
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0140-2025·2024-12-25

    Dental City Topical Anesthetic Gel Recalled Due to Manufacturing Defect

    Dental City Topical Anesthetic Gel (Benzocaine 20%) is recalled because the product was released and distributed despite failing quality inspection. Scratches were found in the mixing vessel during routine inspection.

    Product
    Dental City, Topical Anesthetic Gel, Benzocaine 20%, Net Content: 1 oz. (30 ml), Gluten Free, Manufactured for: Dental City, Green Bay, WI 54311, dentalcity.com.
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Drugs)·D-0143-2025·2024-12-25

    Topical anesthetic gel recall due to manufacturing quality control deviation

    Keystone Industries recalls Burkhart Topical Anesthetic Gel due to CGMP deviations discovered during quality inspection. The product was inadvertently released despite being flagged for rejection.

    Product
    Burkhart, Topical Anesthetic Gel, Benzocaine 20%, Gluten Free, 1 FL. OZ (30 ml), Manufactured for Burkhart Dental Supply, Tacoma, Washington 98409.
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Drugs)·D-0141-2025·2024-12-25

    Patterson Dental Topical Anesthetic Recalled for Manufacturing Quality Defect

    Keystone Industries is recalling one lot of Patterson Dental Topical Anesthetic due to manufacturing quality deviations. The product was shipped despite being marked for rejection due to scratches in the mixing vessel.

    Product
    PATTERSON DENTAL TOPICAL ANESTHETIC — PATTERSON DENTAL TOPICAL ANESTHETIC (BENZOCAINE)
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Drugs)·D-0137-2025·2024-12-25

    Benzocaine Topical Anesthetic Recalled for Manufacturing Equipment Defect

    Gelato Benzocaine 20% topical anesthetic (Lot BNZ-001646) is recalled due to scratches found in the mixing vessel during manufacturing. The defective product was inadvertently released despite quality control rejection, though no illnesses have been reported.

    Product
    GELATO TOPICAL ANESTHETIC — GELATO TOPICAL ANESTHETIC (BENZOCAINE)
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0675-2025·2024-12-18

    Cardinal Health isolation gowns recalled for failing hydrostatic pressure standards

    Cardinal Health is recalling 940,203 SMS Elastic Cuff Thumbhook Level 3 Isolation Gowns because the raw materials may fail hydrostatic pressure specifications, preventing them from meeting required AAMI Level 3 protection standards.

    Product
    Cardinal Health SMS Elastic Cuff Thumbhook Level 3 Isolation Gown, Full-Back, Product Codes AT6588-2XL, AT6588-BD, AT6588-XL, AT6688-2XL, AT6688-BD, and AT6688-XL
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Food)·F-0264-2025·2024-12-18

    Jarritos Coconut Water recalled due to compromised can seals

    Tipp Distributors is recalling Jarritos Coconut Water 17.5 fl oz cans due to potentially compromised hermetic seals on the lids. The recall affects 169,438 cases distributed in 29 U.S. states.

    Product
    Jarritos Coconut Water 17.5 fl oz cans- 12 cans per carton
    Category
    Food
    Distribution
    29 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0619-2025·2024-12-11

    Medline MaxOrb Extra Alginate Wound Dressing Recalled for Packaging Defect

    Advanced Medical Solutions is recalling 1,800 boxes of Medline MaxOrb Extra Alginate Wound Dressing due to defects in the primary packaging pouch that compromise sterile barrier integrity. Products affected were distributed in Illinois, Texas, and Virginia.

    Product
    MEDLINE MAXORB EXTRA ALGINATE WOUND DRESSING 4X4 SQUARE REF MSC7044EP MEDLINE MOXORB EXTRA ALBINATE WOUND DRESSING 4X8 RECTANLE REF MSC7048EP Wound dressing indicated for moderate to heavily exuding chronic and acute wounds, and to control minor bleeding in superficial wounds
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0618-2025·2024-12-11

    McKesson Calcium Alginate Wound Dressing Recalled for Sterile Barrier Defect

    McKesson Calcium Alginate Dressing Model 3562 is recalled because defects in the primary packaging pouch compromise the sterile barrier. Lot number W00070426 affects approximately 8,000 boxes distributed across Illinois, Texas, and Virginia.

    Product
    McKesson Calcium Alginate Dressing MFR# 3562 Wound dressing indicated for moderate to heavily exuding chronic and acute wounds, and to control minor bleeding in superficial wounds.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0581-2025·2024-12-11

    BIORAPTOR Suture Anchors Recalled for Sterile Barrier Packaging Breach

    Smith & Nephew is recalling BIORAPTOR Suture Anchors due to inadequate packaging design that fails to maintain sterile barriers, potentially contaminating the implant. No injuries or illnesses have been reported.

    Product
    BIORAPTOR Suture Anchors. Tendon/ligament, non-bioabsorbable bone anchor.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0560-2025·2024-12-04

    Baxter MiniCap Peritoneal Dialysis Transfer Set Connector Separation Recall

    Baxter is recalling 22,392 units of MiniCap Extended Life PD Transfer Sets (Part Number 5C4482EJ) due to reports of female connector separation. Affected units were distributed worldwide.

    Product
    Baxter MiniCap Extended Life PD Transfer Set with Twist Clamp, Part Number 5C4482EJ; use in Peritoneal Dialysis
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    0 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0526-2025·2024-12-04

    Karl Storz surgical instruments recalled for sterility barrier defect

    Karl Storz Endoscopy has recalled 105 surgical instruments with holes in their sterility barriers. The defect may compromise product sterility; affected devices were distributed nationwide and internationally.

    Product
    4.5 x 180 mm REF 28208BKS Aggressive Cutter, sterile, 6x 3.5 x 70 mm REF 28206CBS Full Radius Resector, sterile, 6x 5.5 x 120 mm REF 28205NDS Aggr. Pro Line Shaver Blade, sterile, 6x 5.5 x 120 mm REF 20205FDS Round Burr, sterile, 6x 6.5 x 120 mm REF 28205HES, Aggressi
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide