The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2445-2025·Announced 2025-09-03

Phantom nose pad kits recalled because nickel content may cause allergic reaction

Orascoptic Phantom Nose Pad Accessory Kits are recalled because loupe nose pads containing nickel may cause an allergic reaction, following complaints. 22 kits are affected.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: Rubric level 3 covers risk-of-harm products where injury has not yet been reported; the notice describes a potential allergic reaction to nickel without reporting injuries.

Plain-English summary

The Orascoptic Superior Visualization Phantom Nose Pad Accessory Kit, comprising a nose pad and screw and sold in 1-pack and 20-pack sizes, is being recalled. All kits manufactured between June 6, 2023 and May 14, 2025 are covered. The recall involves 22 kits distributed nationwide in the United States and internationally.

Following complaints, the manufacturer determined that loupe nose pads containing nickel may cause an allergic reaction. The FDA classified the action as Class II.

Users holding affected kits should follow the manufacturer's instructions for return or replacement, and should speak to a clinician about any skin reaction.

The recalled product

Product
Orascoptic Superior Visualization Phantom Nose Pad Accessory Kit ( nose pad and screw) 1 pk. and 20 pk.
Manufacturer
Orascoptic Surgical Acuity
Hazard
  • allergic-reaction-risk
  • nickel
  • accessory-kit
  • class-ii

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)

  • All kits manufactured between June 6
  • 2023 - May 14
  • 2025

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.