FDAClass IIDecember 18, 2019

Coated PGA Undyed Polyglycolic Acid Braided Absorbable recall

Coated PGA Undyed Polyglycolic Acid Braided Absorbable Suture Sterile EO 18" (45cm); UDI: (01)10790986000657 (17)220430 (10)17050970

Why was Coated PGA Undyed Polyglycolic Acid Braided Absorbable recalled?

Failed to meet USP minimum average value for knot pull (tensile) strength.

What should I do if I have this product?

The recall is ongoing. Follow the firm and FDA 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?

Product Code: 494A/494A-IMC; Lot Number: 190123-59; date of manufacture: 03/04/2019

Product
Coated PGA Undyed Polyglycolic Acid Braided Absorbable Suture Sterile EO 18" (45cm); UDI: (01)10790986000657 (17)220430 (10)17050970
Recalling firm
CP Medical Inc
Quantity
174 boxes 12 per box (plus 36 samples) - total of 2124 sutures
Distribution
USA - product distributed in CA, OH, WA, PA, KY, UT, FL, TN, SC, IA, NE
Recall date
December 18, 2019
Classification
Class II
Status
Ongoing
Agency
FDA (device)
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