FDA recall record

Alcon Custom Pak recall — FDA Z-0053-2018

Alcon is initiating a medical device recall, after receiving notification from a supplier of a recall for x-ray detectable sponges. The one product…

Class IIclassification
Z-0053-2018official record ID
Nov 8, 2017report date

Recall record at a glance

Official recordZ-0053-2018
CategoryMedical Device Recalls
ClassificationClass II
FDA record statusTerminated
Recalling firmAlcon Research, LTD.
Report dateNov 8, 2017
Recall initiation dateAug 8, 2017
Quantity33 units
LocationHouston, TX, United States

Official product description

Alcon Custom Pak

Why the product was recalled

Alcon is initiating a medical device recall, after receiving notification from a supplier of a recall for x-ray detectable sponges. The one product referenced in the supplier recall notification, is used within Alcon Custom Paks.

Distribution information

States in the US - WI, NY, MO

How to read the classification

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Additional record details

Recall type: Voluntary: Firm initiated. Initial notification: Letter.

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