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Terminated

CIDEX OPA, High Level Disinfectant Solution, Glutaraldehyde-free (0.55% ortho-phthaladehyde) solution. The CIDEX OPA solution is intended for automated and manual cleaning and disinfection.

FDA Recall Z-2276-2012 · Posted 2012-08-27

Recall StatusTerminated
Product CodeMED
Date Initiated2012-06-01
Date Terminated2013-09-11
Product Quantity1,310,844 units

Reason for Recall

The recall was initiated because Advanced Sterilization Products has discovered instances of missing labels on bottles of CIDEX OPA Solution, Part # 20390 manufactured between May 2011 and April 2012.

Firm Action

An "Urgent Medical Device Recall" letter dated August 10, 2012 was sent to all customers who purchased the CIDEX OPA solution, part #20390 (manufactured between May 2011 and April 2012). The letter informed the customers of the problem identified and the actions to be taken. Customers were instructed to notify their customers if they have distributed bottles of CIDEX OPA Solution to other locations. Customers were instructed to call Stericycle at (866) 629-6182 to arrange for return of the product.

Root Cause

Process control

Distribution Pattern

Nationwide (USA) and Puerto Rico.

Related FDA 510(k) Records

Devices referenced by this recall via K-numbers.

Official Source

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

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