OTC Pregnancy Test labeled ''CHOICE Pregnancy Test Kit'' (PA-410A), midstream, no cups or droppers. Label reads: ''One Step, Easy to Use, Positive result as early as 1 minute, Over 99% accurate.'' Each box contains one home test kit. Responsible firm on label: Distributed by ICC, Amherst, NY 14228.
FDA Recall Z-0452-05 · Posted 2005-01-28
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Recalling FirmInternational Chemical Inc.
Recall StatusTerminated
Product CodeLCX
Date Initiated2004-10-07
Date Terminated2005-10-13
Product Quantity150 kits
Reason for Recall
Poor sealing of pouches and degradation of product. Invalid test results and false negatives are possible.
Firm Action
The consignee (exporter) was notified via telephone in October 2004 regarding lot U040904 (cassette) and notified via telephone regarding the expanded recall (lot U060804, One-Step) on 12/27/2004. A recall letter issued regarding both lots on 1/10/2005.
Root Cause
Other
Distribution Pattern
Product was shipped to an exporter in Florida who further distributed to consignees in the Caribbean.
Official Source
View FDA Recall →Source: FDA Enforcement Report / Recall database. Always confirm against the official FDA record.
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