The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-2003-2018·Announced 2018-06-06

Arrow International Recalls Multi-Lumen Central Venous Catheterization Kits

Arrow International is recalling 416,055 Multi-Lumen Central Venous Catheterization Kits because unsealed packaging may compromise product sterility.

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 source text does not report any illnesses, injuries, or hospitalizations, fitting the criteria for a moderate severity precautionary recall.

Plain-English summary

Arrow International Inc is recalling 416,055 units of the Multi-Lumen Central Venous Catheterization Kit with Blue FlexTip(R), ARROWg+ard Blue PLUS(R) Catheter and Sharps Safety Features. The recall is being conducted because product sterility may be compromised due to unsealed packaging.

The affected product is identified by product code ASK-45703-AEH and specific lot numbers: 13F17E0712, 13F17H0264, 13F17K0086, 13F17K0547, and 13F17L0647. The products were distributed in the United States and numerous international locations, including Australia, Canada, and the United Kingdom.

Healthcare facilities and consumers should check their inventory for the specific product code and lot numbers listed above. If the product is found, it should be removed from use and returned to the manufacturer or disposed of according to local regulations.

The recalled product

Product
Multi-Lumen Central Venous Catheterization Kit with Blue FlexTip(R), ARROWg+ard Blue PLUS(R) Catheter and Sharps Safety Features; Product code: ASK-45703-AEH
Affected units
416,055

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)

  • Lot Numbers: 13F17E0712 13F17H0264 13F17K0086 13F17K0547 13F17L0647

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

The notice also names 1 state specifically:

Part of a larger recall action

This product is one of 76 recalled by Arrow International 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 76 products in this recall →