The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-0713-2017·Announced 2016-12-14

DeRoyal Recalls Pneugel Tennis Elbow Straps Due to Mold Complaints

DeRoyal Industries is recalling 791 units of Pneugel Tennis Elbow Straps because of complaints regarding mold on the 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 mold contamination without reported illnesses or injuries, fitting the criteria for a moderate severity precautionary recall.

Plain-English summary

DeRoyal Industries Inc is recalling 791 units of Pneugel(R) Tennis Elbow Straps, Universal, Ref 12840000. The recall was initiated after the company received complaints of mold on the tennis elbow straps.

The affected product is a prescription-only medical device used for lateral and medial epicondylitis. The recall covers lots 47001, 49894, and 51311, which were distributed nationwide in the United States.

Consumers with this product should stop using it and contact DeRoyal Industries Inc for further instructions.

The recalled product

Product
PNEUGEL(R) TENNIS ELBOW STRAP, UNIVERSAL, REF 12840000, QTY: 1 Each, Rx Only, Product Usage: Lateral and medial epicondylitis
Hazard
Affected units
791

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 (3)

  • Lots: 47001
  • 49894
  • and 51311

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

Part of a larger recall action

This product is one of 2 recalled by DeRoyal Industries Inc under a single FDA (Devices) recall action. The agency files each product separately, so the size of the action is not visible from this page alone.

See all 2 products in this recall →