The Recall Desk
SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-3085-2024·Announced 2024-09-25

Baxter ExactaMix Inlets Recalled for Particulate Contamination Risk

Baxter Healthcare is recalling ExactaMix pharmaceutical compounding device inlets due to increased reports of particulate matter in the sterile fluid path before use. The recall involves 2,140,046 units with worldwide distribution.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: FDA Class I recall. Per the rubric, FDA Class I medical device recalls have a minimum severity score of 4 (Severe), regardless of whether illnesses have been reported.

Plain-English summary

Baxter Healthcare Corporation is recalling the EXACTAMIX Inlet, Vented, Syringe Inlet (REF H938176 and related product codes), used in ExactaMix and ExactaMix Pro pharmaceutical compounding devices. Lot Numbers 803807 and lower are included in this recall.

The company has received increased customer reports of particulate matter found within the inlet components, specifically in the sterile fluid path tubing, observed before use. The inlets are disposable components designed for use in pharmaceutical compounding applications.

Approximately 2,140,046 units have been distributed worldwide. Healthcare facilities and pharmacies using these compounding devices should verify whether their inlets are from the affected lot numbers (803807 and lower, UDI/DI 00085412475813).

Healthcare providers should contact Baxter Healthcare Corporation immediately for instructions on handling affected inlets and potential replacement options. Users should not use affected inlets in compounding operations.

The recalled product

Product
Baxter EXACTAMIX Inlet, Vented, Syringe Inlet, REF H938176, for use in a pharmaceutical compounding device
Manufacturer
Baxter Healthcare Corporation
Hazard
  • particulate-contamination

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 (2)

  • UDI/DI 00085412475813
  • Lot Numbers: 803807 and lower

Distribution

Distribution scope not specified by the agency.