ClearanceBrief
Recall Z-1495-2024 ยท NAC Dressing, Wound, Hydrophilic

ConvaTec, Inc

ConvaTec CarboFlex, 15cm x 20cm, 6 in. x 8 in., Order No. 403204, Odor Control Dressing, Sterile. Packaged 1 dressing/immediate package, 5 packages/market unit.

DateApr 8, 2024 (initiated Feb 27, 2024)
StatusOpen, Classified
ReasonThe product does not meet sterility assurance level.
Root causeUnder Investigation by firm
ActionThe recalling firm issued letters dated Feb-2024 via email on 2/27/2024 listing all product and serial numbers that were distributed worldwide. The letter explained the issue and the associated hazard and potential risk to the end user. The addressee was instructed to immediately examine their inventory and quarantine the affected product. If the product was further distributed, the consignee was requested to identify their customers of the recall at once and notify them. The recall was to be conducted to the end-user level. The enclosed response form was to be returned within 30 calendar
Quantity63 market units
DistributionUS Nationwide distribution in the states of CA, MO, NM, PA, TX, and WA.
FDA recordOpen on fda.gov

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