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Terminated

Custom Procedure Kit, Vein Kit, Product Code/REF: K12T-10167, single use, RX Only, Sterile EO, UDI: (01) 00884450390580

FDA Recall Z-0027-2020 · Posted None

Recall StatusTerminated
Product CodeOES
Date Initiated2018-10-26
Date Terminated2020-06-12
Product Quantity24 kits

Reason for Recall

Labeling error; It was identified that a Procedure Kit/Tray contained incorrect latex labeling information (i.e. indicated Latex Free)

Firm Action

On 10/26/2018, Merit customer service representative placed telephone calls to consignees to inform them of the latex contained in the kits/trays. On 10/29/2018, the firm sent an "Urgent Product recall Notice" to all affected consignees via FedEx. The recall notification informed customers of the following: 1. Please immediately determine if any of the devices identified in the attached Customer Response Form (CRF) are within your facility, quarantine them, and discontinue use and distribution. 2. Ensure that applicable personnel within your organization are made aware of this field action. 3. If the product has been further distributed to other facilities, institutions, or manufacturers, please ensure this notice is immediately shared with them and note the quantity distributed on the CRF. Additional distribution details may be required by health authorities. 4. Please fill out, scan and email the completed CRF to [email protected] within 10 business days. 5. Please immediately return all affected lots in your possession to Merit, per the instructions found in the CRF. 6. If you have any questions concerning this communication, please contact Merit Customer service at (801) 208-4381 or by email at [email protected].

Root Cause

Error in labeling

Distribution Pattern

U.S.: VA, IL

Official Source

View FDA Recall →

Source: FDA Enforcement Report / Recall database. Always confirm against the official FDA record.

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