Baxter Recalls 0.2 Micron Filters Due to Missing Membrane
Baxter Corporation is voluntarily recalling 0.2 Micron Filters because the filter membrane may be missing, allowing particulate matter to pass through.
What this means for you
Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.
Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a medical device where a critical component (the filter membrane) may be missing, posing a risk of harm from particulate matter, but the source text does not report any specific injuries or illnesses.
Plain-English summary
Baxter Healthcare Corporation is issuing a voluntary product recall for all unexpired lots of the 50mm 0.2 Micron Filter (Product Code: H93835). The recall is due to the potential for the filter membrane layer to be missing and for particulate matter to be present in the solution.
The affected product is a bacteria and particulate filter for aqueous solutions that attaches to a standard Baxter Pharmacy Pump Tube Set. The recall covers 202,647 units distributed worldwide, including the United States and several European countries such as Austria, Belgium, and Germany.
Consumers and healthcare facilities should stop using the affected filters and contact Baxter Corporation for further instructions or a replacement.
The recalled product
- Product
- 0.2 Micron Filter, 50 mm Product Usage: The 0.2 Micron Filter is a bacteria and particulate filter for aqueous solutions. It attaches to a standard Baxter Pharmacy Pump Tube Set.
- Manufacturer
- Baxter Corporation Englewood
- Affected units
- 202,647
Is your product affected?
Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.
Lot numbers (1)
- All unexpired lots-Product Code: H93835
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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