COPAN FLOQSwabs, STERILE.EO, for drawing clinical samples. CE0123, for the following reference ...
FDA Device Recall #Z-2440-2021 — Class II — July 9, 2021
Recall Summary
| Recall Number | Z-2440-2021 |
| Classification | Class II — Moderate risk |
| Date Initiated | July 9, 2021 |
| Status | Terminated |
| Voluntary | Voluntary: Firm initiated |
Recalling Firm
| Firm | Copan Italia |
| Location | Brescia, N/A |
| Product Type | Devices |
| Quantity | 3,029,400 units |
Product Description
COPAN FLOQSwabs, STERILE.EO, for drawing clinical samples. CE0123, for the following reference numbers REF:501CS01, Minitip, sterile Single Wrapped, Molded bp 80mm; REF: 20226, P/N 501CS01Q100, Minitip, Sterile, Single Wrapped, bp 60MM, BUNDLES OF 20 pcs; REF: 501CS01.Q20, P/N 1127700, Minitip Applicator Sterile Ind. wrapped., bp 60mm, bundles of 20; REF: 502CS01, Regular, Sterile single Wrapped, Molded bp 80mm; REF: 503CS01, Flexible, Sterile Single Wrapped, Molded bp 100mm; REF: 220252, P/N 503CS01.BD, Flexible, Sterile Single Wrapped Molded bp 100 mm; REF: 503CS01/503CS01.BX, Flexible, Sterile Single Wrapped, Molded bp 100mm REF: 50U004DS, hDNA Free, Regular sterile in dry tube Molded Break Point 20 mm; REF: 50U009DS02, hDNA Free, Regular, Sterile, 2pcs Packed; REF: 518CS01, Minitip, Ster. Single Wrapped, Molded bp 100mm; REF: 220251, P/N: 518CS01.BD, Minitip, sterile Single Wrapped Molded bp 100mm; REF: 519C/519C.BX, Regular Sterile, Molded break point 100 mm; REF: 220250 P/N: 519CS01.BD, Regular, Sterile Single wrapped Molded bp 100mm; REF: 525CS01, Ultra-Thin Minitip, sterile single wrapped, molded bp 80 mm; REF: 528C, Large Tip Swab, Handle with Stopper, in dry tube REF: 534CS01, Flexible Nylon, Sterile Single Wrapped; REF: 551C, Minitip Sterile in dry tube, Molded Break Point 80 mm; REF: 552C/552C.BX, Regular sterile in dry tube Molded Break Point 80 mm; REF: 553C, Flexible sterile in dry tube, molded bp 100 mm; REF: 553C.LC, Flexible Sterile in dry tube, molded bp 100 mm; REF: 5U002S, Regular, sterile, in tube, 80 mm breakpoint, with low stopper; 5U048N01.BIO, REF: 5U055S02.HG, Regular FLOQSwabs with 20mm breakpoint 100 peelpouches, 2 swabs per peelpouch; REF: 5U056S.IUO, FLOQSwats ADULT IN DRY TUBE, Investigational Use Only; REF: 5UO57S.IUO, FLOQSwabs CHILD IN DRY TUBE, Investigational Use Only
Reason for Recall
A sterility assurance level of 10-6 cannot be guaranteed due to intentional fraud and data integrity issues at the contract sterilizer, Steril Milano.
Distribution Pattern
US nationwide distribution, including Puerto Rico.
Lot / Code Information
Mode Number: Lot number: 501CS01: 1816581 and 2027890; 501CS01.Q100: PJ10453, PJ10636 and PJ10667; 501CS01.Q20: J10407; 502CS01: 1816964, 2027239, 2027877; 503CS01: 1807589, 1809095, 1814761, 1814762, 1814763, 1816968, 1821362, 2025887; 503CS01.BD: 2031801; 503CS01.BX: 50U004DS and 1818685; 50U009DS02: 1825274; 518CS01: 2008058 and 2027915; 518CS01.BD: 2008058; 519C: 1816921; 519C.BX: 1811060 and 1816921; 519CS01.BD: 2027871; 525CS01: 2009380; 528C: 1808601, 534CS01, 1707256; 551C: 1813221; 552C: 1819144; 552C.BX: 1819144; 553C: 1810293, 1816440, 1817638, 2004854: 553C.LC: 1811976, 1814054, 1814717, 1817637, 1820999; 5U002S: 1812705; 5U048N01.BIO: 1810727 and 1818912; 5U055S02.HG: 1814413; 5U056S.IUO: 1816448; 5U057S.IUO: 1816451
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Frequently Asked Questions
Sterility recalls for medical devices vary in severity. If you have already had a procedure using a potentially non-sterile device, contact your healthcare provider immediately — you may need monitoring for signs of infection. Symptoms to watch for include fever, redness or swelling at the surgical site, unusual pain, or discharge. For devices that have not yet been used, they should be quarantined and returned to the manufacturer per the recall notice. Non-sterile implants can cause serious infections; early detection and treatment are critical.
Class I recalls indicate a reasonable probability of serious adverse health consequences or death from the defect. Class II recalls involve products that may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or where serious consequences are remote. Class III recalls cover products not likely to cause any adverse health consequences, typically involving technical regulatory violations. The classification guides urgency — Class I recalls require immediate action, while Class III may simply involve returning a product or acknowledging a labeling change. Always read the specific recall notice for recommended patient actions.
Report problems with medical devices to the FDA through MedWatch at 1-800-FDA-1088 or online at FDA.gov/safety/medwatch. Healthcare facilities are required by law to report device-related serious injuries and deaths. Patients and consumers can also report voluntarily. Include the device name, manufacturer, model number, and a description of the problem and any patient outcome. Reports from patients and clinicians help the FDA identify emerging safety signals and may trigger investigations that lead to recalls of dangerous devices.
What Should You Do?
Stop using this device if you are affected by this recall. Contact your healthcare provider and the manufacturer immediately for guidance. Report adverse events to FDA MedWatch.