The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-0358-2014·Announced 2013-11-27

Wexford Labs Recalls Expired Thymo-Cide Germicidal Detergent

Wexford Labs is recalling Thymo-Cide germicidal detergent because expired active ingredient was used in its manufacture.

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 source text does not report any illnesses, injuries, or hospitalizations, fitting the criteria for a moderate severity rating.

Plain-English summary

Wexford Labs, Inc. is recalling Ready to Use Thymo-Cide, Germicidal Detergent, containing 0.051% thymol, packaged in 1-qt. bottles. The product is intended for the disinfection of hard, non-porous surfaces in various health care and public safety facilities.

The recall was initiated because expired active ingredient was used in the manufacture of the product. The affected quantity is 7,020 one-quart bottles (1,755 gallons). The specific lot numbers and expiration dates are 091721 (exp. 10/13), 101521 (exp. 11/13), 0109131 (exp. 2/14), 0215131 (exp. 3/14), 0320131 (exp. 4/14), 0415132 (exp. 5/14), 0516131 (exp. 6/14), and 0624131 (exp. 7/14).

The product was distributed nationwide in the United States, including Florida, South Carolina, Texas, Missouri, California, Ohio, Oklahoma, Massachusetts, Indiana, and Georgia. Consumers and facilities should stop using the product and contact the recalling firm for instructions.

The recalled product

Product
Ready to Use Thymo-Cide, Germicidal Detergent, containing 0.051% thymol, packaged in 1-qt. bottles. The firm name on the label is Wexford Labs, Inc., Kirkwood, MO. For disinfection of hard, non-porous surfaces (floors, walls, tables, etc.) in operating rooms, intensive care, nu
Manufacturer
Wexford Labs Inc

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 (16)

  • Lot numbers 091721
  • exp. 10/13
  • 101521
  • exp. 11/13
  • 0109131
  • exp. 2/14
  • 0215131
  • exp. 3/14
  • 0320131
  • exp. 4/14
  • 0415132
  • exp. 5/14
  • 0516131
  • exp. 6/14
  • and 0624131
  • 7/14.

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

The notice also names 10 states specifically: