Recall record at a glance
| Official record | Z-1389-2016 |
|---|---|
| Category | Medical Device Recalls |
| Classification | Class III |
| FDA record status | Terminated |
| Recalling firm | Cygnus Medical |
| Report date | Apr 20, 2016 |
| Recall initiation date | Mar 17, 2016 |
| Quantity | 39 cases of 120 units |
| Location | Branford, CT, United States |
Official product description
Cygnus Medical First StepBedside ADDWATER Kit,non-sterile. First Step in cleaning flexible endoscopes. SKU# EP-6W (The First Step 500 ml ADD WATER Kit comes with concentrated Simple2" Enzymatic Detergent and a cleaning pad in a re-sealable stand-up pouch).
Why the product was recalled
Foreign material in container
Distribution information
US Distribution to the states of : CA , CO, FL, IL. MN, MT, NY, OH, PA, TX, VA, VT, WA and WI.
How to read the classification
FDA Class III generally covers situations in which use of or exposure to the product is not likely to cause adverse health consequences. The classification displayed here is taken from the FDA enforcement record.
Additional record details
Recall type: Voluntary: Firm initiated. Initial notification: Letter.
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