FDAClass IIFebruary 17, 2021

Needlemaster 4mmx recall: Sterility Concern

NEEDLEMASTER 4MMx 25G LOWER, model no. NM-610U-0425 - Product Usage: Used with endoscopes to perform endoscopic vascular or submucosal injection in…

Why was Needlemaster 4mmx recalled?

Inspection confirmed a small percentage of sterile packages with inadequate package seal (partial heat seal). Patients may develop infections if non-sterile equipment is used.

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?

01K, 02K, 03K, 04K, 05K, 06K, 07K, 08K, 09K, 0XK, 98K, 99K, 9XK, 9YK, 9ZK, 05V, 06V, 07V, 09V, 0XV

Product
NEEDLEMASTER 4MMx 25G LOWER, model no. NM-610U-0425 - Product Usage: Used with endoscopes to perform endoscopic vascular or submucosal injection in…
Recalling firm
Aomori Olympus Co., Ltd.
Quantity
7,400,000 (globally); 260,395 (US)
Distribution
US Nationwide distribution.
Recall date
February 17, 2021
Classification
Class II
Status
Terminated
Agency
FDA (device)
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