The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1624-2020·Announced 2020-04-08

Gentell Hydrogel Ag Gauze Recalled for FDA Registration Deficiency

Gentell, Inc. is recalling 20,025 units of Gentell Hydrogel Ag 4x4 gauze because the product was not properly registered with the FDA.

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 due to a documentation and registration issue rather than a direct safety hazard or reported injury, fitting the criteria for a moderate severity recall.

Plain-English summary

Gentell, Inc. is recalling 20,025 units of Gentell Hydrogel Ag 4x4, model no. GEN-11420. This medical device is indicated for partial and full thickness wounds, including pressure ulcers, venous stasis ulcers, diabetic ulcers, first and second degree burns, and skin tears.

The recall was initiated after an FDA audit discovered that the product was not properly registered with the FDA. The agency has classified this recall as Class II.

The affected units were distributed worldwide, including in the United States and several international countries. Consumers and healthcare professionals should stop using the product and contact the manufacturer for further instructions.

The recalled product

Product
Gentell Hydrogel Ag 4x4, model no. GEN-11420 - Product Usage: Under the care of a healthcare professional, Gentell Hydrogel Ag Saturated Gauze is indicated for partial and full thickness wounds, including pressure ulcers, venous stasis ulcers, diabetic ulcers, first and second de
Manufacturer
Gentell, Inc
Affected units
20,025

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

The notice also names 21 states specifically:

Part of a larger recall action

This product is one of 4 recalled by Gentell, 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 4 products in this recall →