Recall record at a glance
| Official record | Z-1034-2017 |
|---|---|
| Category | Medical Device Recalls |
| Classification | Class II |
| FDA record status | Terminated |
| Recalling firm | Ultradent Products, Inc. |
| Report date | Jan 25, 2017 |
| Recall initiation date | Dec 14, 2016 |
| Quantity | 143 packs of 100 tips; 104 packs of 20 tips |
| Location | South Jordan, UT, United States |
Official product description
NanoTips 30g 20pk, 100pk PN 1240, 1426 Description: NanoTips are injection molded royal blue tips that contain stainless steel 30-gauge cannula to aid in the delivery of chemicals. The NanoTip base is made from a polypropylene copolymer. The stainless steel cannula is made from 304 SS, and is 30-gauge in diameter and 0.488 in length. The cannula is secured in the base with an epoxy adhesive. Indications: Tips, when used in conjunction with the range of available syringes and products, provide a technique that is designed to provide a faster, easier, and more precise delivery. They are designed and created in such a way to generate less product waste and provide optimum control/leverage. Tips are also used for moisture removal and for directing laser light beam. Each of the tips is part of delivery systems designed for dentist-supervised, intra-oral procedures. The NanoTIp is designed for use with dental products manufactured by Ultradent Products, Inc. such as: UltraSeal XT plus, UltraSeal XT hydro, Ultra-Etch, PermaFloIdeal for microscopic restorative dentistry
Why the product was recalled
Ultradent Products, Inc. announces a voluntary field action for the NanoTips 30g 20pk, 100pk because the cannula attached to the tip hub may become loose or detach from the blue base that connects to the syringe.
Distribution information
Worldwide Distribution - US (Nationwide) - Internationally to Belgium, Switzerland, Germany, Italy, South Korea, Netherlands, and 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: Letter.
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