Recall record at a glance
| Official record | Z-2600-2018 |
|---|---|
| Category | Medical Device Recalls |
| Classification | Class II |
| FDA record status | Terminated |
| Recalling firm | Encore Medical, Lp |
| Report date | Aug 8, 2018 |
| Recall initiation date | Jun 26, 2018 |
| Quantity | 30 units |
| Location | Austin, TX, United States |
Official product description
Instrument trays used to store AltiVate Small Shell Trials (FA S ALTIVATE RSP HUM TRLS SM). Metal container with lid used to organize and transport instrumentation to be used in orthopedic surgery. Inner trays also used to facilitate cleaning and sterilization of the instrumentation by end users.
Why the product was recalled
A black, aluminum oxide coating may appear on the tray after cleaning. The black, aluminum oxide coating is not biocompatible.
Distribution information
US Distribution to states of; AZ, CA, CO, FL, IN, NJ, NY, NV, MI, MN, MO, OH, RI, SC, TN, TX, UT and WA and country of; Japan.
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: E-Mail.
What to do next
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