Recall Z-2749-2011 ยท NEC Bandage, Liquid, Skin Protectant
Smith & Nephew Inc.
BRAND: SKIN-PREP - Pouch Labeling and Box / Carton Labeling ***smith&nephew ***#420400***SKIN-PREP Protective Wipes Effective protection between tape and skin Reduces risk of tape stripping Helps tape, film and appliance adhesion Reduces friction Pediatrician tested***1 wipe***For external use only. Do not use with electrocautery procedures. Sting will be experienced if contacts cut or
| Date | Jul 6, 2011 (initiated Apr 4, 2011) |
| Status | Terminated |
| Reason | Smith & Nephew, Inc., St. Petersburg, FL is recalling multiple lot numbers of the following products: REMOVE Universal Adhesive Remover Wipes, UNI-SOLVE Adhesive Remover Wipes, SKIN-PREP Protective Wipes, PERI-PREP Protective Wipes, and NO-STING SKIN-PREP Protective Wipes. These products were manufactured by H&P Industries DBA The Triad Group who has initiated a recall of products manufactured i |
| Root cause | Material/Component Contamination |
| Action | Smith & Nephew Inc. sent an "URGENT DEVICE CORRECTION" letter dated April 8, 2011 to all customers who received the recalled products. The letter described the product, problem and the appropriate actions to be taken. Customers are instructed to immediately discontinue using the recalled products, examine their inventory, and follow the return or disposition instructions provided. The letter instructed customers to seek an alternative product for use. Distributors are instructed to provide the same instructions to their customers supplied with the recalled products. If you have any questi |
| Quantity | 691,225 Boxes of 50 count |
| Distribution | Worldwide Distribution -- USA (nationwide) including the states of: NC, PA, NM, OR, VA, TN, NY, OR, AL, IL, MN, TX, and Puerto Rico and the countries of: Australia, Canada, England, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Japan, Mexico, New Zealand, Singapore, South Africa, Taiwan, and United Kingdom |
| FDA record | Open on fda.gov |
510(k) clearances named in this recall
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