Product is an Orthopedic device contained in a Peel Foil Pouch. Product is labeled in part: ''REF*** QTY 1***Hornet Disp
FDA device recall Z-1550-05 · posted 2005-09-21 · Terminated
Recall details
- Recalling firm
- Linvatec Corp.
- Reason for recall
- Linvatec has determined there is a possibility the pouch Tyvek header to foil longitudinal seal was not properly sealed by Bemis Flexible Packaging, in all pouches, prior to sterilization by Linvatec. Therefore there is a potential for compromised sterility of the devices.
- Action taken
- Linvatec will issue the recall notifications to all Linvatec direct consignees and customers by mailings using UPS overnight delivery or equivalent method.
- Root cause
- Other
- Status
- Terminated
- Product code
- JDI
- Quantity affected
- 3,586 Units
- Distribution
- Product was shipped to consignees and customers (sales representatives, domestic customers, international customers, and international distributors and affiliates).
- Date initiated
- 2005-02-22
- Date posted
- 2005-09-21
- Date terminated
- 2012-07-07
- Location
- Largo, FL
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Related 510(k) clearances
| Record | Firm | Date |
|---|---|---|
| PRE-LOADED BIOSTINGER HORNET (K020377) | Linvatec Corp. | 2002-05-06 |