Fisherbrand Sterile Swab — Class II medical device recall Z-1955-2013
Terminated recall by Fisher Scientific Co, reported 2013-08-21, distributed nationwide. The firm is recalling Fisherbrand Sterile Swabs due to 4 customer complaints reporting the presence of non-pat
| Recall number | Z-1955-2013 |
|---|---|
| Product type | Medical device |
| Classification | Class II |
| Status | Terminated |
| Voluntary or mandated | Voluntary |
| Recalling firm | Fisher Scientific Co, Pittsburgh, PA, United States |
| Recall initiated | 2013-06-05 |
| Classified | 2013-08-12 |
| Reported by FDA | 2013-08-21 |
| Terminated | 2014-10-20 |
| Distributed | Nationwide (US) |
| Countries outside the US | CA |
| Quantity | 1,230 |
| Reason classes | microbial contamination, sterility |
| Lot numbers | 2014-08, 61513, 8710 |
Product
Fisherbrand Sterile Swab, Calcium Alginate Fiber Tipped, Wood Applicator Swab 100 pouches/boxes, 10 boxes/case. Used in applying medications to or take specimens from a patient.
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.
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