Needle Counters with Blade Disarmer; 12.2 x 10.5 x 3.5 cm; 60 Count/100 Capacity; Sterile; Remova...

FDA Recall #Z-0986-2013 — Class II — December 18, 2012

Recall #Z-0986-2013 Date: December 18, 2012 Classification: Class II Status: Terminated

Product Description

Needle Counters with Blade Disarmer; 12.2 x 10.5 x 3.5 cm; 60 Count/100 Capacity; Sterile; Removable Numbered Foam Block; Double Numbered Magnets (Cat. No. 4FM100SSA) Product Usage: Disposal system for counting of used surgical blades and needles.

Reason for Recall

Small holes (approximately 1 mm or less) found in device unit level packaging potentially compromising product sterility.

Recalling Firm

Cardinal Health — Mc Gaw Park, IL

Classification

Class II — May cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences.

Product Type

Devices

Product Quantity

Cat. No. 4FM100SSA: 4,464

Distribution

Worldwide Distribution - USA (Nationwide) and the countried of Australia, Canada and Japan.

Code Information

Catalog Number: 4FM100SSA Lot Numbers: all lot numbers less than or equal to 847028

Status

Terminated

Voluntary / Mandated

Voluntary: Firm initiated