V. Mueller Universal Bandage Scissors Black Plastic Handles Heavy-Duty, Autoclavable, Overall Length 7 (18 cm)- Intended to cut through tape and bandages Model: SU2014-001
FDA Recall Z-0737-2024 · Posted 2024-01-17
Recalling FirmSteris Corporation
Recall StatusOpen, Classified
Product CodeLRW
Date Initiated2023-11-16
Product Quantity4,214 units
Reason for Recall
Bandage Scissors handle cover component contains an incorrect color masterbatch resin carrier. This may allow a pink dye/residue to appear on the Bandage Scissors and/or sterilization pouches after processing.
Firm Action
Steris issued Urgent Medical Device Recall Letter to Distributors and Customers on November 16, 2023. Letter states reason for recall, health risk and action to take:
Please ensure the following steps are completed:
1. Please immediately inspect your on-hand inventory for product affected by this recall.
2. Please complete the Medical Device Recall Response Form included with this letter and destroy any remaining product in your inventory. STERIS will coordinate credit issuance upon receipt of the completed Recall Response Form.
3. Return the completed Recall Response Form via email to: [email protected] or via fax to (440) 392-8963.
If you have any questions regarding this recall, please contact [email protected].
Root Cause
Under Investigation by firm
Distribution Pattern
US Nationwide distribution.
Official Source
View FDA Recall →Source: FDA Enforcement Report / Recall database. Always confirm against the official FDA record.