Recall record at a glance
| Official record | Z-0714-2020 |
|---|---|
| Category | Medical Device Recalls |
| Classification | Class II |
| FDA record status | Completed |
| Recalling firm | Alliance Tech Medical, Inc. |
| Report date | Dec 25, 2019 |
| Recall initiation date | Oct 6, 2014 |
| Quantity | Approx. 863/100-unit cases |
| Location | Granbury, TX, United States |
Official product description
Alliance Tech Medical, Inc. All Flow Pulmonary Function Filters, 100 filters individually packaged in a clear, sealed bag printed with the part number, 100 filters/box, for single patient use, latex free, box of 100 Reorder Numbers: 5553100 (single filter reorder no. 5553000), 5554100 (single filter reorder no. 5554000), 5555100 (single filter reorder no. 5555000), 5559100 (single filter reorder no. 5559000), 7773100 (single filter reorder no. 7773000), and 7774100 (single filter reorder no. 7774000). The firm name on the label is Alliance Tech Medical, Inc., Granbury, TX, manufactured in Taiwan.
Why the product was recalled
Patients have experienced a bad taste associated with the filters.
Distribution information
Distribution was made to AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, DE, FL, GA, IL, KS, KY, LA, MA, MO, MS, NC, NJ, NY, OH, TN, TX, WA, and WY. There was also distribution to Puerto Rico. Foreign distribution was made to Canada.
How to read the classification
FDA Class II indicates a situation in which use of or exposure to the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or where the probability of serious consequences is remote. The classification shown here comes from the FDA record.
Additional record details
Recall type: Voluntary: Firm initiated. Initial notification: Letter.
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