FDAClass IIApril 3, 2013

Needle Counters recall: Sterility Concern

Needle Counters; 11.5 x 6.5 x 3.3 cm; 20 Count/40 Capacity; Sterile; Removable Numbered Foam Block; Adhesive Area (Cat. No. 3FA40SSA) Needle Counters…

Why was Needle Counters recalled?

Small holes (approximately 1 mm or less) found in device unit level packaging potentially compromising product sterility.

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?

Catalog Number: 3FA40SSA Lot Numbers: all lot numbers less than or equal to 928782 Catalog Number: 3FM40SSA Lot Numbers: all lot numbers less than or equal to 911379

Product
Needle Counters; 11.5 x 6.5 x 3.3 cm; 20 Count/40 Capacity; Sterile; Removable Numbered Foam Block; Adhesive Area (Cat. No. 3FA40SSA) Needle Counters…
Recalling firm
Cardinal Health
Quantity
Cat. No. 3FA40SSA: 23,952; Cat. No. 3FM40SSA: 140,736
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution - USA (Nationwide) and the countried of Australia, Canada and Japan.
Recall date
April 3, 2013
Classification
Class II
Status
Terminated
Agency
FDA (device)
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