The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1363-2024·Announced 2024-04-03

Thermalon Neck Wrap recalled due to potential mold and mildew growth

Bruder Healthcare Company is recalling Thermalon Neck Wrap (Item Number 24322) from certain lots due to potential mold and mildew growth from excessive moisture exposure. Consumers should discontinue use and contact the manufacturer.

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: This is an FDA Class II device recall with no reported illnesses or injuries and a theoretical hazard (potential mold and mildew growth). Per the rubric, low-risk contamination with no reported incidents qualifies as Moderate severity.

Plain-English summary

Bruder Healthcare Company is recalling the Thermalon Neck Wrap, Item Number 24322, from certain lots. The moist heat wrap may have been exposed to excessive moisture during distribution or storage, which could result in mold and/or mildew growth.

Approximately 471 units are affected. The recall involves lot numbers M053560 and M053140, which can be identified using UPC 041533243229. The product was distributed worldwide, including throughout the United States and Canada.

Consumers who have an affected Thermalon Neck Wrap should stop using the product and contact Bruder Healthcare Company for further instructions.

The recalled product

Product
Thermalon Neck Wrap, Item Number 24322
Manufacturer
Bruder Healthcare Company, LLC
Hazard
  • mold
  • mildew
  • moisture-contamination

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)

  • UPC 041533243229
  • Lot Numbers: M053560
  • M053140

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.