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Terminated

Various types of Fetal Bovine Serum Bovine sourced Animal Sera for in-vitro diagnostic device and as a growth promoting nutrient in cell culture systems.

FDA Recall Z-1735-2013 · Posted 2013-07-15

Recalling FirmPaa Laboratories Inc
Recall StatusTerminated
Product CodeKIS
Date Initiated2013-04-12
Date Terminated2015-09-14
Product Quantityapproximately 280,000 liters

Reason for Recall

Current product labeling band data sheets state that FBS Pharma Grade and FBS/FBS Native are pure Fetal Bovine Serum (FBS). These products may contain added adult Bovine Serum Albumin (BSA)of United States origin, water, and/or cell growth promoting additives. All other FBS products, as listed below, including FBS Gold and FBS Standard, described as specialty sera', may contain adult BSA of Un

Firm Action

GE Healthcare notified customers via USPS on April 12, 2013 and April 14, 2013. The letter identified the product, the problem, and the action to be taken by the customer. Customers being contacted by phone as well. Customers were asked to contact their local customer service representative if the product does not meet their needs. Customers were instructed to call (732) 457-8455 or 301-660-0256. For questions regarding this recall call 609-514-6888.

Root Cause

Under Investigation by firm

Distribution Pattern

Worldwide Distribution - USA (nationwide), Novia Scotia, and Canada

Official Source

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

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