Kotex Natural Balance Security tampons, regular absorbency, unscented. packaged in 18 count or 36 count retail containers. Consumer Services, Kimberly-Clark Corp. Dept. KNBTR-18, P.O. Box 2020, Neenah, WI 54957-2020 USA. To absorb menstrual or other vaginal discharge.
FDA Recall Z-0393-2012 · Posted 2012-01-11
Recalling FirmKimberly-Clark Corporation
Recall StatusTerminated
Product CodeHEB
Date Initiated2011-11-03
Date Terminated2012-12-13
Product Quantity1400 Cases (216 tampons per case)
Reason for Recall
A limited number of Kotex Natural Balance Security Unscented Tampons, regular absorbency, are being recalled after a raw material contaminated with a bacterium, Enterobacter sakazakii, was found when testing the plunger portion of the applicator.
Firm Action
Kimberly-Clark sent an Urgent Product Recall letter, dated 11/09/2011, via FedEx to all affected customers. The letter identified the product, the problem, and the action to be taken by the customer. Customers were instructed to identify, quarantine, and discontinue use immediately. Customers were asked to complete the response form and fax to +1 (920) 380-6467. A Kimberly-Clark representative would contact them regarding return of the product, replenishement and/or account credit.
For questions regarding this recall call +1 (920) 216-8152.
Root Cause
Material/Component Contamination
Distribution Pattern
Nationwide Distribution
Related FDA 510(k) Records
Devices referenced by this recall via K-numbers.
Official Source
View FDA Recall →Source: FDA Enforcement Report / Recall database. Always confirm against the official FDA record.