The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1633-2022·Announced 2022-08-31

Dynarex Cotton Swabs Recalled Due to Temperature Exposure

Mckesson Medical-Surgical is recalling Dynarex cotton swabs (197 boxes) received June 1–September 30, 2021, due to temperature excursions during storage that may have reduced product effectiveness.

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 recall with no reported illnesses or injuries. The hazard is theoretical—temperature exposure may have reduced product effectiveness—making this a precautionary recall for a low-risk medical device.

Plain-English summary

Mckesson Medical-Surgical Inc. is recalling Dynarex cotton swabs (catalog #1202) distributed nationwide. The recalled units consist of all lots received between June 1, 2021 and September 30, 2021.

The recall was initiated due to temperature excursions that occurred between June and August 2021 prior to product delivery. Exposure to higher temperatures during this period may have reduced the product's effectiveness, which could affect its performance in medical or clinical applications.

Healthcare facilities and consumers with these swabs should verify their inventory against the specified date range (June 1–September 30, 2021) to identify affected stock.

The recalled product

Product
DYNAREX Dynarex SWABSTICK, PVP (3/PK 25/BX 10BX/CS) Catalog #1202
Manufacturer
Mckesson Medical-Surgical Inc. Corporate Office
Category
Medical Device — Medical Supplies / Swabs
Hazard
  • reduced-effectiveness
  • temperature-exposure

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 (1)

  • GTIN: Not available

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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