FDAClass IIIApril 13, 2016

Richard-Allan Scientific Paraffin Type 3 For in vitro recall

Richard-Allan Scientific Paraffin Type 3 For in vitro diagnostic use. For use as an infiltration and embedding medium in histology. Thermo Scientific"…

Why was Richard-Allan Scientific Paraffin Type 3 For in vitro recalled?

Multiple complaints were received from customers indicating that they ordered product 8335(Type 3 Paraffin) but when they opened the box, they found product 8336 (Type 6 Paraffin) inside.

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?

Product code: 8335 and lot code: 348248

Product
Richard-Allan Scientific Paraffin Type 3 For in vitro diagnostic use. For use as an infiltration and embedding medium in histology. Thermo Scientific"…
Recalling firm
Richard-Allan Scientific Company
Quantity
29 cases (10 bags per case)
Distribution
Worldwide distribution to AZ , CA , FL , GA , IL , MI , MN , NM , NY , OH , TX , UT and Internationally to Germany and the United Kingdom. 6 distributed to OUS accounts: Germany, and the United Kingdom
Recall date
April 13, 2016
Classification
Class III
Status
Terminated
Agency
FDA (device)
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