Recall Z-2267-2012 ยท LRJ Disinfectant, Medical Devices
Metrex Research, LLC.
CaviCide, Part Numbers: 13-1025, 13-1000, 13-1024, MC-1000. Alternate brands: EnviroCide, part number: 13-3325. Private labeled products of Cavicide: Backscratchers Cavicide, part number: 13-4800. MaxiSpray Plus, part numbers: 13-7400 and 13-7405. pdCARE Surface Disinfectant, part numbers: 13-7525 and 13-7500. Z3 Surface Disinfectant, part number: 13-7900. CaviCide is a multi-purpose disinfe
| Date | Aug 24, 2012 (initiated Feb 6, 2012) |
| Status | Terminated |
| Reason | Metrex Research is recalling Cavicide containing the Spring Fresh Fragrance because the affected lot of product containing this fragance has caused an increase in reported health reactions in some individuals such as headache, nausea, and respiratory discomfort. |
| Root cause | Component change control |
| Action | Metrex sent an "URGENT: MEDICAL DEVICE RECALL" letter dated February 16, 2012 to all affected customers. The letter identifies the product, problem, and actions to be taken by the customers. A Mandatory Recall Response Form was attached for customers to complete and return via fax to 734-947-6725. Contact Customer Care Center at (800) 841-1428 for questions regarding this recall. |
| Quantity | 17,690 units |
| Distribution | Worldwide Distribution-USA (nationwide) and the countries of Canada, AE, and YE. |
| FDA record | Open on fda.gov |
510(k) clearances named in this recall
| K951123 | CAVICIDE SURFACE DISINFECTANT/DECONTAMINANT CLEANER Micro-Aseptic Products, Inc., Apr 25, 1995 |