FDA recall record

Johnson & Johnson Surgical Vision TECNIS Eyhance IOLs are permanent intraocular implants recall — FDA Z-0028-2022

Nonconforming product was distributed in error. Product was nonconforming due endotoxin levels higher than both the Firm's internal endotoxin…

Class IIclassification
Z-0028-2022official record ID
Oct 13, 2021report date

Recall record at a glance

Official recordZ-0028-2022
CategoryMedical Device Recalls
ClassificationClass II
FDA record statusTerminated
Recalling firmJohnson & Johnson Surgical Vision Inc.
Report dateOct 13, 2021
Recall initiation dateAug 6, 2021
Quantity1 lens
LocationSanta Ana, CA, United States

Official product description

TECNIS Eyhance IOLs are permanent intraocular implants intended for implantation in the capsular bag. The TECNIS Simplicity Delivery System is designed as a single-use disposable preloaded modular cartridge that functions as both the primary packaging and as a sterile, disposable insertion system for delivering the IOL into the eye during cataract surgery.

Why the product was recalled

Nonconforming product was distributed in error. Product was nonconforming due endotoxin levels higher than both the Firm's internal endotoxin specification limit and the FDA recommended endotoxin specification limit. Product was released in error based on the results of additional testing performed during the investigation into release testing nonconformance.

Distribution information

U.S. Nationwide distribution in the state of IL.

How to read the classification

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Additional record details

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

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