The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1131-2019·Announced 2019-04-17

ACUVUE OASYS for Astigmatism Contact Lenses Recalled for Packaging Seal Defects

Johnson & Johnson Vision Care is recalling one lot of ACUVUE OASYS for Astigmatism contact lenses due to potential incomplete packaging seals.

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 is a packaging defect (incomplete seal) rather than a direct biological or chemical contamination. No illnesses or injuries are reported, fitting the criteria for a moderate severity recall involving potential but not confirmed harm.

Plain-English summary

Johnson & Johnson Vision Care, Inc. is recalling one lot of ACUVUE OASYS for Astigmatism brand contact lenses. The specific product affected is Base Curve 8.6 Refractive Power -1.00D, -1.25D x 100, 6 pack. The recall involves 300 lenses distributed to California. The lot number is B00RWF0 and the UPC is 733905669460.

The recall is being issued because there is a potential for a limited number of individual contact lens packages to have an incomplete packaging seal. This is a Class II recall, indicating that use of, or exposure to, the violative product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences or where the probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote.

Consumers who have this specific lot of contact lenses should stop using them and contact Johnson & Johnson Vision Care for further instructions or a refund. The source text does not report any illnesses or injuries associated with this recall.

The recalled product

Product
ACUVUE OASYS for ASTIGMATISM brand contact lenses, Base Curve 8.6 Refractive Power -1.00D, -1.25D x 100, 6 pack.
Affected units
300

Distribution

Distributed in 1 state: