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Health product recall

NON-VENTED DISPENSING PIN (2016-04-14)

Starting date:
April 14, 2016
Posting date:
May 25, 2016
Type of communication:
Medical Device Recall
Subcategory:
Medical Device
Hazard classification:
Type II
Source of recall:
Health Canada
Issue:
Medical Devices
Audience:
General Public, Healthcare Professionals, Hospitals
Identification number:
RA-58362

Affected products 

  1. NON-VENTED DISPENSING PIN

Reason

B. Braun Medical Inc. has identified a potential for a tear in the outer blister packaging on a limited number of units. The tears have been identified in the blister package paper, where the unit label writing is located. A tear results in a compromise to the sterile barrier of the product which may render the device non-sterile.

Affected products

  1. NON-VENTED DISPENSING PIN

Lot or serial number

More than 10 numbers, contact manufacturer.  

Model or catalog number
  • 412023
  • 412027
Companies
Manufacturer
B. Braun Medical Inc.
824 12th Avenue
Bethlehem
18018
Pennsylvania
UNITED STATES