FDA recall record

Bausch & Lomb Inc Irb PeroxiClear Peroxide Solution recall — FDA Z-0651-2017

Product was found to contain excess residual levels of hydrogen peroxide.

Class IIclassification
Z-0651-2017official record ID
Nov 30, 2016report date

Recall record at a glance

Official recordZ-0651-2017
CategoryMedical Device Recalls
ClassificationClass II
FDA record statusTerminated
Recalling firmBausch & Lomb Inc Irb
Report dateNov 30, 2016
Recall initiation dateSep 19, 2016
Quantity4,652,822 units
LocationRochester, NY, United States

Official product description

PeroxiClear Peroxide Solution, (3oz. and 12 oz., 12 oz. Twin Pack, 2x12 oz. Twin Pack for Target stores, 12 oz. for Walmart Vision Center and 3 oz. Starter Kit US), Manufactured by Bausch + Lomb, Rochester, NY 14609. PeroxiClear 3% Hydrogen Peroxide Cleaning & Disinfecting Solution is indicated for the daily cleaning, removal of protein deposits, disinfection and storage of soft (hydrophilic) contact lenses (including silicone hydrogel) and rigid gas permeable contact lenses.

Why the product was recalled

Product was found to contain excess residual levels of hydrogen peroxide.

Distribution information

Worldwide Distribution-U.S. Nationwide and country of: Canada.

How to read the classification

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Additional record details

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

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