FDAClass IIIMay 6, 2026

Heraeus recall

Heraeus, PALAMIX duo. Material Number: 66057897.

Why was Heraeus recalled?

Based on long-term stability testing, it was determined that in units older than 1.5 years (17 months) the mixing rod may, in rare cases, come loose from its lock during the mixing process. Notification is to reduce the shelf life from 3 years to 1.5 years (17 months).

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?

Material Number: 66057897; UDI-DI: 04260102133617; Batch: all batches with numbers below 520215;

Product
Heraeus, PALAMIX duo. Material Number: 66057897.
Recalling firm
Heraeus Medical GmbH (Dental Division)
Quantity
1,125 units
Distribution
Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide and the countries of Aland Islands, Algeria, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil , Chile, China, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Ecuador, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, India, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Kosovo, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Malta, Mexico, Netherlands, Nigeria, Norway, Peru, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Puerto Rico, Rep. of Korea, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, United Kingdom, Uruguay, Utd.Arab Emir.;
Recall date
May 6, 2026
Classification
Class III
Status
Ongoing
Agency
FDA (device)
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