FDAClass IIAugust 12, 2026

HardyDisk AST Cefiderocol 30¿g recall: Contamination

HardyDisk AST Cefiderocol 30¿g (FDC30) REF Z9435 HardyDisk AST Cefiderocol 30¿g (FDC30) for in vitro agar diffusion susceptibility testing is indicated when there is the need to determine the susceptibility of Enterobacterales, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Acinetobacter baumannii complex and Stenotrophomonas maltophilia to Cefiderocol,

Why was HardyDisk AST Cefiderocol 30¿g recalled?

Due to incorrect cartridges include in affected products that there is the potential for false-susceptible or false-resistant susceptibility results and may lead to selection of an ineffective antimicrobial therapy, potentially resulting in delayed appropriate treatment, prolonged infection, or worsening clinical outcome.

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?

Catalog Number: Z9435 UD-DI code: Pending Lot Number: 543461

Product
HardyDisk AST Cefiderocol 30¿g (FDC30) REF Z9435 HardyDisk AST Cefiderocol 30¿g (FDC30) for in vitro agar diffusion susceptibility testing is indicated when there is the need to determine the susceptibility of Enterobacterales, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Acinetobacter baumannii complex and Stenotrophomonas maltophilia to Cefiderocol,
Recalling firm
Hardy Diagnostics
Quantity
43 units
Distribution
U.S. Nationwide distribution in the states of AZ, CA, FL, ID, IN, MA, MS, NJ, NV, NY, OH, PA, and TN.
Recall date
August 12, 2026
Classification
Class II
Status
Ongoing
Agency
FDA (device)
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