The Recall Desk
LowFDA (Devices)·Z-2212-2017·Announced 2017-06-07

Acumedia Sabouraud Dextrose Agar Recalled for Incorrect Storage Labeling

Acumedia is recalling 10 units of Sabouraud Dextrose Agar in Illinois due to incorrect storage temperature information on the label.

What this means for you

Cosmetic or documentation issue. No expected health impact, but the manufacturer is correcting the affected products.

Our severity reasoning: The recall is classified as FDA Class III, which indicates the product is not likely to cause adverse health consequences. The issue is a labeling error regarding storage temperature, which fits the criteria for a Low severity score.

Plain-English summary

Acumedia Manufacturers, Inc. is recalling 10 units of Sabouraud Dextrose Agar w/Lecithin and Tween 20 (PN 91081C) in the state of Illinois. The affected lots are 108367A and 107632A. This product is used for the isolation of fungi from surfaces sanitized with quaternary ammonium compounds.

The recall was initiated because the storage temperature listed on the label was incorrect. The label stated a range of 2-30°C, but the actual required storage temperature is 2-8°C.

Users of this product should stop using the affected units and contact Acumedia Manufacturers, Inc. for further instructions or a refund.

The recalled product

Product
Sabouraud Dextrose Agar w /Lecithin and Tween 20 Acumedia PN 91081 Product Usage: Used for the isolation of fungi from surfaces sanitized with quaternary ammonium compounds
Affected units
10

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 (3)

  • PN 91081C
  • Lot 108367A PN 91081C
  • Lot 107632A

Distribution

Distributed in 1 state: