MERZ AESTHETICS, 27G X 1.0 " (25MM) Cannula, Sterile R, QTY 20, Model 9015M1X20, Distributed by Merz Aesthetics, In., Manufactured by TSK Laboratory. The intended use of the Cannula is the injection of fluids into, or withdrawal of fluids from, parts of the body below the surface of the skin.

Merz Aesthetics is initiating a medical device recall on TSK Closed Tip Cannula (27GA x 25mm) due to a labeling error on the secondary (outer) packaging. The outer package label states that the carton contains Cannulas that are 27GA x 25 mm in size instead of 27G x 38 mm. Length of the cannula is a matter of user preference and is unlikely to impact patient safety.

Merz Aesthetics Inc, initially contacted customers by telephone on December 16, 2011. They were informed that the wrong size cannula were sent with their last order and would need to be returned and a replacement order would be sent. . Merz Aesthetics sent a "Urgent Medical Device Recall" letter dated January 6, 2012. The letter identified the product the problem and the action needed to be taken by the customer. In addition, if you have further distributed this product, please identify your customers and notify them of this product recall. Your notification to your customers may be enhanced by including a copy of this recall notification letter. You may contact Merz Aesthetics Customer Service at (866) 862-1211 or (262) 835- 3333 ,for instructions regarding the return and immediate replacement of the product, or if you have any further questions or concerns..