Fisherbrand Sterile Swab, Calcium Alginate Fiber Tipped, Wood Applicator Swab 100 pouches/boxes, 10 boxes/case. Used in

FDA device recall Z-1955-2013 · posted 2013-08-12 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm

Fisher Scientific Co

Reason for recall

The firm is recalling Fisherbrand Sterile Swabs due to 4 customer complaints reporting the presence of non-pathogenic organisms in two lots. The finding was confirmed in lot 61513 and lot 8710 is also being recalled as a precautionary measure.

Action taken

Customers were notified by letter on June 18, 2013 and requested to discontinue use and return all affected product. The firm also asked that any additional affected customer base be contacted and notified of the recall if the lots had been further distributed. If you have any questions, contact Stericycle (reference "Event 4070") at 1-877-410-5558.

Root cause

Material/Component Contamination

Status

Terminated

Product code

KXG

Quantity affected

1230

Distribution

Nationwide and the country of Canada.

Date initiated

2013-06-05

Date posted

2013-08-12

Date terminated

2014-10-20

Location

Pittsburgh, PA