The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1409-2021·Announced 2021-04-21

OriGen Evolve Cell Culture Bags Recalled for Incorrect Phthalate Labeling

OriGen Biomedical is recalling Evolve Cell Culture Bags because they were incorrectly labeled as free of phthalates.

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 III, which indicates the product is not likely to cause adverse health consequences. The hazard is a minor labeling error regarding phthalate content, fitting the criteria for a moderate severity score.

Plain-English summary

OriGen Biomedical, Inc. is recalling Evolve Cell Culture Bags, part numbers EV1000N and EV3000N. The recall involves 1,201 units of the product. The bags are made of Ethyl Vinyl Olefin (EVO) and may be supplied with tubing sets containing various components such as EVA/PVC coextruded tubing, PVC tubing, and connectors.

The recall was initiated because the tissue culture bags were incorrectly labeled as free of phthalates. This labeling error affects the accuracy of the product's safety information regarding chemical composition.

The affected units were distributed in the United States to the following states and territories: Texas, Louisiana, Iowa, North Carolina, Ohio, New York, Massachusetts, Maryland, Illinois, Pennsylvania, California, Kansas, Tennessee, Rhode Island, Oregon, Florida, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Puerto Rico. No distribution outside the United States is reported. Users should verify the labeling on their products and contact the manufacturer for further instructions.

The recalled product

Product
Evolve Cell Culture Bags, part numbers: EV1000N and EV3000N The Evolve bag is made of Ethyl Vinyl Olefin (EVO) and contains no BPA or latex. The bag can be supplied with tubing sets that can include, but are not limited to, the following components: EVA/PVC coextruded tubing
Affected units
1,201

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

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