The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1721-2019·Announced 2019-06-12

Kerr/Pentron Recalls Glutaraldehyde Solution Due to Labeling Discrepancy

Kerr/Pentron is recalling Regimen 28 Day Glutaraldehyde Solution because the bottle label states a 45-minute immersion time, while the product instructions specify 90 minutes.

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 labeling discrepancy regarding immersion time, which fits the rubric for minor labeling errors or low-risk issues.

Plain-English summary

Kerr/Pentron, DBA Kerr Corporation and Pentron Clinical, is recalling Regimen 28 Day - Glutaraldehyde Sterilizing and Disinfecting Solution. The recall was initiated because the immersion time stated on the bottle is 45 minutes, while the product instructions specify 90 minutes.

The affected product is identified by Part Number 10-6465 (McKesson Reorder # 341). The recall includes specific lot numbers: 16 1250, 16 1274, 16 1324A, 16 1324B, 16 2337, 17 1038, 17 1038A, 17 1083, 17 1193, 17 1262, 17 2122, 17 2142, 17 2219, 17 2306, 17 2347A, 18 1092B, 18 1121, 18 2037, and 18 3164.

The product was distributed in Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Kentucky, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Missouri, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, and Washington. Users should stop using the product and contact the manufacturer for instructions.

The recalled product

Product
Regimen 28 Day - Glutaraldehyde Sterilizing and Disinfecting Solution
Affected units
31,904

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 (19)

  • Part Number: 10-6465 (McKesson Reorder # 341) Lot Numbers: 16 1250
  • 16 1274
  • 16 1324A
  • 16 1324B
  • 16 2337
  • 17 1038
  • 17 1038A
  • 17 1083
  • 17 1193
  • 17 1262
  • 17 2122
  • 17 2142
  • 17 2219
  • 17 2306
  • 17 2347A
  • 18 1092B
  • 18 1121
  • 18 2037
  • and 18 3164.

Distribution

Same manufacturer · Kerr/Pentron, DBA Kerr Corporation and Pentron Clinical

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