Micro-Tech Recalls Single-Use Biopsy Forceps Due to Incorrect Product Contents
Micro-Tech (Nanjing) Co., Ltd. is recalling 1,360 units of Single-Use Biopsy Forceps because the boxes contained Grasping Forceps instead of the labeled product.
What this means for you
Minor labeling or packaging issue, or a voluntary precautionary recall. Risk of harm is low but real — follow the manufacturer's instructions.
Our severity reasoning: The recall is classified as FDA Class II, and the hazard involves a labeling/packaging error (incorrect product in box) rather than a direct contamination or structural defect causing immediate harm.
Plain-English summary
Micro-Tech (Nanjing) Co., Ltd. is recalling 1,360 units of Single-Use Biopsy Forceps, JUMBO ALLIGATOR, 3.2mm (Catalog No. NBF13-01130230). The recall was initiated because the product boxes contained Grasping Forceps units instead of the labeled Biopsy Forceps. The affected lot number is M180409031, with a manufacture date of April 9, 2018, and a use-by date of April 8, 2022.
The recalled products were distributed nationwide in the United States, specifically in the states of Alabama, California, Indiana, Florida, Georgia, Missouri, Montana, Nevada, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Texas, and Washington D.C.
Healthcare facilities and consumers should stop using the affected products and contact Micro-Tech (Nanjing) Co., Ltd. for further instructions or a refund.
The recalled product
- Product
- Single-Use Biopsy Forceps, JUMBO ALLIGATOR,3.2mm, REF Catalog No. NBF13-01130230, UPN BF40180 (Pouch level) - BF40181(Case box level) BF40182 (Carton box level) - BF40183(Over shipper level), STERILE
- Manufacturer
- Micro-Tech (Nanjing) Co., Ltd.
- Affected units
- 1,360
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)
- Lot Number - M180409031 Date of Manufacture - 20180409 Use By - 20220408
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