FDAClass IIOctober 14, 2015

Disposable Paper Filter for Sterilization Containers recall: Sterility Concern

Disposable Paper Filter for Sterilization Containers Paper, Medical Accessory, 100 DISP, Paper F, Steri.Cases, New Shape, Manufactured and distributed by Stryker Leibinger GmbH & Co KG, Distributed in the USA by: Stryker Orthopedics, NON STERILE.

Why was Disposable Paper Filter for Sterilization Containers recalled?

Stryker has become aware that the inhomogeneity of the filter paper might potentially compromise the ability of the filter to maintain a sterile barrier during post-sterilization shelf-life.

What should I do if I have this product?

Review the official FDA enforcement record for current instructions.

What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.

Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official FDA record. Only products that match the listed product and lot, UPC or model codes are part of this recall.

Which lot codes, UPCs or models are affected?

Part Number: 29-10911 Disposable Paper Filter for Sterilization Container, 30x29cm, new type (P/100); 29-10912 Disposable Paper Filter for Sterilization Container, 60x 29cm, old type (P/100), obsolete (Part not distributed in the US); 29-10913 Dispoable Paper Filter for Sterilization Container, 60x29cm new type (P/100) (Part not distributed in the US); 29-10915 Disposable Paper Filter, 4-holes, for Coiner (Part not distributed in the US)

Product
Disposable Paper Filter for Sterilization Containers Paper, Medical Accessory, 100 DISP, Paper F, Steri.Cases, New Shape, Manufactured and distributed by Stryker Leibinger GmbH & Co KG, Distributed in the USA by: Stryker Orthopedics, NON STERILE.
Recalling firm
Stryker Craniomaxillofacial Division
Quantity
915 packs
Distribution
Worldwide distribution -- US, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Norway, Sweden, Switzerland, and the Netherlands.
Recall date
October 14, 2015
Classification
Class II
Status
Terminated
Agency
FDA (device)
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