The Recall Desk
LowFDA (Devices)·Z-0737-2024·Announced 2024-01-24

V. Mueller Bandage Scissors recalled for pink dye staining on handles

Steris Corporation is recalling V. Mueller Universal Bandage Scissors (Model SU2014-001) due to an incorrect resin carrier in the handle cover. Pink dye residue may appear on scissors and sterilization pouches after processing.

What this means for you

Cosmetic or documentation issue. No expected health impact, but the manufacturer is correcting the affected products.

Our severity reasoning: This is a cosmetic defect where pink dye residue may appear on the product. No injuries, illnesses, or functional impairment is reported. The hazard is purely aesthetic staining, meeting the rubric criteria for Low severity.

Plain-English summary

V. Mueller Universal Bandage Scissors (Model SU2014-001), manufactured by Steris Corporation, are subject to recall. These scissors are designed for cutting tape and bandages.

The handle cover component contains an incorrect color masterbatch resin carrier. This defect may allow pink dye or residue to appear on the bandage scissors and/or sterilization pouches after processing.

The recall affects approximately 4,214 units distributed nationwide in the United States. The affected lot numbers are L22XRD, C23XRD, E23XRD, and F23XRD.

The recalled product

Product
V. Mueller Universal Bandage Scissors Black Plastic Handles Heavy-Duty, Autoclavable, Overall Length 7 (18 cm)- Intended to cut through tape and bandages Model: SU2014-001
Manufacturer
Steris Corporation
Hazard
  • cosmetic-discoloration
  • dye-residue

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 (4)

  • UDI-DI: 10885403065866 Lot Numbers: L22XRD
  • C23XRD
  • E23XRD
  • and F23XRD.

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.