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The FDA Enforcement Report is published weekly by the Food and Drug Administration, Department of Health and Human Services. It contains information on actions taken in connection with agency Regulatory activities.

August 21, 2002
02-33

RECALLS AND FIELD CORRECTIONS: FOODS -- CLASS I

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PRODUCT
New Choice brand Mini Fruity Gels, packaged in individual serving plastic cups with foil lids, ca. 17 gms per cup. The mini-gel cups are packaged in 10 oz. plastic bags, 30 bags per carton and in 1500 gm plastic jars, 6 jars per carton.
Products are coded with order numbers only:
872886 Mini Gels Taro Flavor (Bag)(30x10 oz.)
872888 Mini Gels Taro Flavor (Jar)(6x1500 Gm)
Recall # F-728-2;
872890 Mini Gels Lychee Flavor (Bag) (30x10 oz.)
872892 Mini Gels Lychee Flavor (Jar)(60x1500 Gm)
Recall # F-729-2;
872895 Mini Gels Mango Flavor (Bag) (30x10 oz.)
872897 Mini Gels Mango Flavor (Jar)(60x1500 Gm)
Recall # F-730-2;
872898 Mini Gels Assorted Flavor (Bag) (30x10 oz.)
872899 Mini Gels Assorted Flavor (Jar)(60x1500 Gm)
Recall # F-731-2.
CODE
All products on the market at the time the recall was initiated.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Recalling Firm: Eastland Food Corporation, Columbia, MD, by visits beginning January 1, 2002.
Manufacturer: Sheng Hsiang Jen Foods Co. Ltd., Taichung Port, Taiwan. State initiated recall is complete.
REASON

This type of candy is in violation of section 402(a)(3) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act in that it is unfit for food due to the characteristics that result in a serious choking hazard.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
9645 cartons.
DISTRIBUTION
24 states east of the Mississippi River and the D.C.

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PRODUCT
ABC Brand Mini Gel Cups, packed 30/14 oz. cello pkgs. to a case, in six varieties:
a) Durian Cocode Nut Jelly, Recall # F-732-2;
b) Gueiling Gau Cocode Nut Jelly, Recall # F-733-2;
c) Peach Cocode Nut Jelly, Recall # F-734-2;
d) Taro Cocode Nut Jelly, Recall # F-735-2;
e) Lychee Cocode Nut Jelly, Recall # F-736-2;
f) Mango Cocode Nut Jelly, Recall # F-737-2.
CODE
All products on the market at the time the recall was initiated.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Recalling Firm: Everlasting Distributors, Inc., Bayonne, NJ, by letter on February 1, 2002.
Manufacturer: Tsang Lin Industries Corp., Talchung City, Taiwan.
Firm initiated recall is complete.
REASON
This type of candy is in violation of section 402 (a)(3) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, that it is unfit for food due to the characteristics that result in a serious choking hazard.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
1197 cases x 30/14oz.pkgs.
DISTRIBUTION
NY, MA, IL, FL, GA, MD, NJ, PA and VA.

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PRODUCT
Assorted Mini-Fruit Bites. Recall # F-738-2.

Sold under two brands:
a) Labeled in part: "MOTHER'S PRIDE BELIEVE IN THE BEST Assorted MINI-FRUIT BITES***NET WEIGHT/1500G***CAREFULLY AND EXCLUSIVELY MADE FOR BUDGET PROMOTIONS CO LTD HOUSTON TEXAS U.S.A. AND TORONTO CANADA Made in Taiwan***CAUTION***THIS PRODUCT CONTAINS FRUIT CHUNKS, MUST BE CHEWED THOROUGHLY BEFORE SWALLOWING. NOT RECOMMENDED FOR CHILDREN UNDER 3 YEARS OLD." This product is packaged in a rigid, clear plastic bottle.
b) Labeled in part: "NATA Assorted MINI-FRUIT BITES". This product is packaged in a plastic bag whose major background color is purple.
Mango Mini-Fruit Bites. Recall # F-739-2.

Sold under two brands:
a) Labeled in part: "MOTHER'S PRIDE BELIEVE IN THE BEST
Mango MINI-FRUIT BITES***NET WEIGHT/1500G***CAREFULLY AND EXCLUSIVELY MADE FOR BUDGET PROMOTIONS CO LTD HOUSTON TEXAS U.S.A. AND TORONTO CANADA Made in Taiwan***CAUTION***THIS PRODUCT CONTAINS FRUIT CHUNKS, MUST BE CHEWED THOROUGHLY BEFORE SWALLOWING. NOT RECOMMENDED FOR CHILDREN UNDER 3 YEARS OLD." This product is packaged in a rigid, clear plastic bottle.
b) Labeled in part: "NATA Mango MINI-FRUIT BITES***Net
Weight***300g". This product is packaged in a plastic bag with whose major background color is green.

Lychee Mini-Fruit Bites. Recall # F-740-2. Sold under two brands:
a) Labeled in part: "MOTHER'S PRIDE BELIEVE IN THE BEST
Lychee MINI-FRUIT BITES***NET WEIGHT/1500G***CAREFULLY AND EXCLUSIVELY MADE FOR BUDGET PROMOTIONS CO LTD HOUSTON TEXAS U.S.A. AND TORONTO CANADA Made in Taiwan***CAUTION***THIS PRODUCT CONTAINS FRUIT CHUNKS, MUST BE CHEWED THOROUGHLY BEFORE SWALLOWING. NOT RECOMMENDED FOR CHILDREN UNDER 3 YEARS OLD." This product is packaged in a rigid, clear plastic bottle.
b) Labeled in part: "NATA Lychee MINI-FRUIT BITES". This product is packaged in a plastic bag with whose major background color is peach.
CODE
All products on the market at the time the recall was initiated.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Recalling Firm: Budget Promotions, Inc., Houston, TX, by telephone and letters beginning December 5, 2001.
Manufacturer: Tsang Lin Industries Corporation, Shie-Ho Li, Taichung City, Taiwan. FDA initiated recall is complete.
REASON
This type of candy is in violation of section 402(a)(3) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act in that it is unfit for food due to the characteristics that result in a serious choking hazard.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
1,200 cartons.
DISTRIBUTION
Nationwide.

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PRODUCT
"Caravelle Brand Preserved Coconut Product of Vietnam"; 7 ounce; packaged in clear plastic trays. Recall # F-741-2.
CODE
All products on the market at the time the recall was initiated.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Anhing Corporation, Los Angeles, CA, by letters on February 25, 2002. State initiated recall is complete.
REASON
The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets found the product to contain undeclared sulfites and colors.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
173 cartons.
DISTRIBUTION
Nationwide.

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PRODUCT
FORTUNER'S Selected Food brand DRIED SWEET POTATO packed in flexible plastic bags, Net Wt. 7 oz. (198 g). MADE IN CHINA. Recall # F-742-2.
CODE
No codes. All products on the market at the time the recall was initiated.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Recalling Firm: Star Mark Management, Inc., Brooklyn, NY, by press release on February 21, 2002 and by letter on March 1, 2002.
Manufacturer: Unknown. Stated initiated recall is complete.
REASON
The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets found the product to contain undeclared sulfites (928 ppm).
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
3 cases (100 bags per case).
DISTRIBUTION
NY.

RECALLS AND FIELD CORRECTIONS: FOODS -- CLASS II

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PRODUCT
ICE CREAM CONE product labeled on the principal display panel
as: "Perry's Ice Cream *** NUTTY CONES *** No Sugar Added ***
Reduced Fat *** Light Vanilla Ice Cream, Chocolate Flavored
Topping, and Peanuts in a Crispy Cone ***" Recall # F-743-2.
CODE
2222
3216
3219
3225
4223
4227
5217
5224
UPC CODE: 0 75767 82042 0.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Perry's Ice Cream Co. Inc., Akron, NY, by telephone on July 12, 2002. Firm initiated recall is ongoing.
REASON
The product contains undeclared peanuts, which are obviously visible.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
30,000 cartons (approx.).
DISTRIBUTION
NY and PA.

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PRODUCT
J.C. Taste brand Oriental Mix, net wt. 4.80 oz. packed in a rigid plastic container. Ingredients: Rice Crackers, chile bits, sesame sticks, almonds, green pea, filberts, cashews, walnuts. Recall # F-744-2.
CODE
Sell by 09-08-02.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Hy Grade Nut, Brooklyn, NY, by visit on April 25, 2002.
State initiated recall is complete.
REASON
The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets found the product to contain undeclared FD&C Yellow #5, Yellow #6, and Blue #1.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
12 packages.
DISTRIBUTION
NY.

RECALLS AND FIELD CORRECTIONS: FOODS -- CLASS III

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PRODUCT
Florida Natural Brand Premium NOT FROM CONCENTRATE PASTEURIZED HOME SQUEEZED STYLE WITH PULP 100% Pure Florida Orange Juice, 64 oz. Carton. Recall # F-745-2.
CODE
December 01 01.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Recalling Firm: Citrus World aka as Florida Natural Growers, Inc., Lake Wales, FL, by letter and fax beginning on October 25, 2001.
Manufacturer: World Citrus West, Inc., Fullerton, CA.
Firm initiated recall is complete.
REASON
The product may be contaminated with yeast.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
5197 8/64 oz cases.
DISTRIBUTION
AZ, NV, CA, OR and WA.

RECALLS AND FIELD CORRECTIONS: DRUGS -- CLASS III

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PRODUCT
Premarin (conjugated estrogen tablets USP). 1.25 mg tablets,1000 and 5,000-tablet bottles. Recall # D-058-2.
CODE
NDC #: 0046-0866-91 (bottles of 1000)
Lot #s: 9000353, exp. 11/04 and 9000681, exp. 11/04.

RECALL EXTENDED ON 6/18/02 to the following 3 lots

NDC #: 0046-0866-81 (bottles of 100)
Lot #: 9000477, Exp. 1/05
Distribution dates: 6/12/00-8/17/01
Quantity mfr'd: 31,310 bottles
Quantity distributed: 31,310 bottles

NDC #: 0046-0866-91 (bottles of 1000)
Lot #: 9000682, Exp. 1/05
Distribution dates: 7/10/00 - 5/2/01
Quantity mfr'd: 2,160 bottles
Quantity distributed: 2,132 bottles

NDC #: 0046-0866-95 (bottles of 5000)
Lot #: 9000481, Exp. 1/05
Distribution dates: 7/6/00 - 3/13/01
Quantity mfr'd: 1,308 bottles
Quantity distributed: 1,308 bottles

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RECALL EXPANDED 7/16/02: The following lots represent Batch R987005 which was manufactured January 1998.
NDC #: 0046-0866-91 (bottles of 1000)
Lot # 9980654, Exp. 1/03
Distribution dates: July 1998 - March 1999
Quantity mfr'd: 3,859 units
Quantity distributed: 3,858 units (of which 3,292 units went to wholesale customers)
NDC #: 0046-0866-95
Lot #: 9980653, Exp. 1/03
Quantity mfr'd: 1,604 units
Quantity distributed: 1,604 units (of which 648 units went to wholesale customers).
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Recalling Firm: Wyeth-Ayerst Laboratories, Richmond, VA, by letter dated November 21, 2001.Manufacturer: Ayerst Laboratories, Inc., Rouses Point, NY.Firm initiated recall is ongoing.
REASON
Failure to meet dissolution specifications.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
10,285 bottles.
DISTRIBUTION
Nationwide.

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PRODUCT
Premarin Tablets (conjugated estrogens tablets, USP), 1.25 mg, 100 tablet bottles, Rx only. Recall # D-358-2.
CODE
Lot #9000481D, Exp. 01/05
(extended recall on 7/18/2002)
Lot #9980653, Exp. 01/03.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Recalling Firm: National Pharmpak Services, Inc., Zanesville, OH, by letter on June 19, 2002.
Manufacturer: Ayerst Laboratories, Inc., Rouses Point, NY.Firm initiated recall is ongoing.
REASON
Failure to meet USP dissolution specifications by manufacturer (Wyeth).
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
9,601 bottles (lot #9000481);8,800 bottles (lot #9980653)-extension.
DISTRIBUTION
Nationwide.

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PRODUCT
a) Ferrex 150 Forte Capsules, Rx ONLY, 100 UNIT DOSE CAPSULES,
(Each capsule contains: Iron 150 mg, Folic Acid 1 mg,
Vitamin B12 25 mcg), NDC 51991-198-11, 10 blister packs,
10 capsules per blister pack. Recall # D-381-2;
b) Vinate Ultra Prenatal Vitamin and Mineral Supplement, tablets,
Rx ONLY, 100 UNIT DOSE TABLETS, NDC 51991-154-11, 10 blister packs, 10 tablets per blister pack. Recall # D-382-2.
CODE
a) lot 021869, exp. 3/2004, NDC 51991-198-11;
b) lot 014247, exp. 10/2003, NDC 51991-154-11.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Contract Pharmacal Corporation, Hauppauge, NY, by letters on June 19, 2002. Firm initiated recall is ongoing.
REASON
Mislabeled; Exterior carton product names ( Ferrex 150/Vinate Ultra ) differs from blister package product names (Poly-Iron 150/Ultra Natal).
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
a) 52,334 blister packs total, which were packaged into unit cartons, 10 blister packs per carton
b) 881 unit cartons.
DISTRIBUTION
Nationwide.

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PRODUCT
Equate Extra Strength Pain Relief PM Gelcaps (Acetaminophen 500 mg. and Diphenhydramine HCl 25 mg)100 count bottles
Recall # D-383-2.
CODE
Lot 1MB1451.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Recalling Firm: Leiner Health Products, Carson, CA, by letter on July 17, 2002.
Manufacturer: Leiner Health Products, Wilson, NC.
Firm initiated recall is ongoing.
REASON
Contamination; gelcaps may contain plastic/gasket material.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
41,040 bottles.
DISTRIBUTION
Nationwide.

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PRODUCT
Iodine Tincture, USP Solution (sodium iodide 2.4%, iodine 2%) 1 oz. Bottle. This product was distributed only under the Kroger brand. Recall # D-384-2.
CODE
Lot 2611, Exp. 01/04.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Recalling Firm: Rush & Hebble Co., Inc., Edinburgh, IN, by telephone on July 26, 2002.Manufacturer: Century Pharmaceuticals, Indianapolis, IN.Firm initiated recall is ongoing.
REASON
Labeling; bottles labeled as Iodine Tincture contain Curechrome (benzalkonium chloride).
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
4,423 bottles.
DISTRIBUTION
Nationwide.

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PRODUCT
Levothroid Tablets (levothyroxine sodium tablets, USP),25-mcg.,100-tablet bottles, Rx Only, NDC #0456-0320-01.Recall # D-385-2.
CODE
Lot #120012, Exp. 12/02.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Recalling Firm: Forest Pharmaceuticals, Inc., St. Louis, MO, by letters dated February 27, 2002.
Manufacturer: Forest Pharmaceuticals, Inc., Cincinnati, OH.
Firm initiated recall is ongoing.
REASON
Stability; low potency prior to expiration.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
14,415/100-tablet bottles.
DISTRIBUTION
Nationwide.

RECALLS AND FIELD CORRECTIONS: BIOLOGICS -- CLASS II

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PRODUCT
Source Plasma, Recall # B-1660-2.
CODE
Units
33-Y52355, 33-ZBY627, 33-ZBY772, 33-Y52621, 33-Y52699,
33-ZB2688, 33-ZB2870, 33-ZB3049, 33-ZB3222, 33-ZB3337,
33-ZB3466, 33-ZGM313, 33-3JX151, 33-3JZ216, 33-3JZ288,
33-3JZ404, 33-3JZ577, 33-3JZ835, 33-3J0084, 33-3J0152,
33-3J0241, 33-2V0018, 33-84I141, 33-84I224, 33-84I437,
33-84I619, 33-84I720, 33-84I954, 33-84J132, 33-84K037,
33-84K152, 33-84K339, 33-84K468, 33-84K666, 33-84K797,
33-84L319, 33-84L433, 33-84L643, 33-84L791, 33-84L980,
33-84M120, 33-84M425, 33-84M610, 33-84M732, 33-84M928,
33-84N089, 33-84N452, 33-84N603, 33-84N773, 33-84O231,
33-84O312, 33-84O571, 33-84O643, 33-84O887, 33-84O963,
33-84P145, 33-84P254, 33-84P411, 33-84P513, 33-84P684,
33-84P793, 33-84P952, 33-84Q087, 33-84Q327, 33-84Q501,
33-84Q576, 33-84Q757.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Recalling Firm: Aventis Bio-Services, Inc., Knoxville, TN, by letter dated September 3, 2001 or September 4, 2001.
Manufacturing Firm: Aventis Bio-Services, Inc., West Allis, WI.Firm initiated recall is complete.
REASON
Blood products, collected from a donor who had engaged in high risk behaviors, were distributed.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
67 units.
DISTRIBUTION
IL and Germany.

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PRODUCT
CryoGraft Left Medial Femoral Condyle (1 allograft), Model No. FC30, Recall # B-1726-2.
CODE
Serial Number 7707353.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
CryoLife, Inc., Kennesaw, GA, by letter dated March 15, 2002.Firm initiated recall is ongoing.
REASON
Tissue repair product, processed outside of processing timelines, was distributed.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
1 unit.
DISTRIBUTION
NV.
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PRODUCT
Red Blood Cells, Leukoreduced, Recall # B-1727-2.
CODE
Unit 12P23867.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
American Red Cross, Carolinas Regional Blood Services, Charlotte, NC, by letter dated May 6, 2002. Firm initiated recall is complete.
REASON
Blood product, collected from a donor whose hemoglobin level was documented as unacceptable, was distributed.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
1 unit.
DISTRIBUTION
NC.

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PRODUCT
Source Plasma, Recall # B-1728-2.
CODE
Unit 71528373.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Aventis Bio-Services, Inc., Champaign, IL, by fax on December 19, 2001. Firm initiated recall is complete.
REASON
Blood product, which had an elevated ALT test result, was distributed.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
1 unit.
DISTRIBUTION
CA.

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PRODUCT
a) Platelets, Recall # B-1729-2;b) Fresh Frozen Plasma, Recall # B-1730-2.
CODE
a) and b) Unit GP43332.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Central Blood Bank, Pittsburgh, PA, by telephone on October 6, 2001. Firm initiated recall is complete.
REASON
Blood products, corresponding to a unit of Red Blood Cells that was possibly contaminated with coagulase negative Staphylococcus sp. bacteria, were distributed.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
2 units.
DISTRIBUTION
PA.

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PRODUCT
Source Plasma, Recall # B-1731-2.
CODE
Units XIW251, 4FY613, Z9S282, Z7N503, 4FZ391, 7MR753.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Aventis Bio-Services, Inc., Kansas City, MO, by fax on May 31 or June 1, 2000. Firm initiated recall is complete.
REASON
Blood products, which tested negative for hepatitis B surface antigen (HbsAg)but collected from a donor who previously tested reactive for HbsAg, were distributed.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
6 units.
DISTRIBUTION
IL, Germany and Switzerland.

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PRODUCT
a)Red Blood Cells, Leukoreduced, Recall # B-1732-2;b)Recovered Plasma, Recall # B-1733-2.
CODE
a) and b) Units 09FK21597, 09FK10783
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
American Red Cross Blood Services, Midwest Region, Omaha, NE, by e-mail or letter dated January 8, 9 and 11, 2001 or February 13, 2001. Firm initiated recall is complete.
REASON
Blood products, which tested negative for viral markers, but were collected from a donor that subsequently admitted to a previous positive test for HIV, were distributed.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
4 units.
DISTRIBUTION
NE, Puerto Rico and Switzerland.

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PRODUCT
Red Blood Cells, Leukoreduced, Recall # B-1749-2.
CODE
Units 41FL88756, 41FL88365.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
American Red Cross Blood Services, Alabama Region, Birmingham, AL, by letter dated December 4, 2000 and January 9, 2001.Firm initiated recall is complete.
REASON
Blood products, collected from a donor who reported having lived in an area designated as endemic for malaria, were distributed.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
2 units.
DISTRIBUTION
AL.

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PRODUCT
Red Blood Cells, Leukoreduced, Recall # B-1750-2.
CODE
Units 41GE54819.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
American Red Cross Blood Services, Alabama Region, Birmingham, AL, by telephone on December 26, 2000 and letter dated December 29, 2000. Firm initiated recall is complete.
REASON
Blood product, collected from a donor who reported having lived in an area designated as endemic for malaria, was distributed.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
1 unit.
DISTRIBUTION
AL.

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PRODUCT
Red Blood Cells, Leukoreduced, Recall # B-1751-2.
CODE
Units 41GE54840.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
American Red Cross Blood Services, Alabama Region, Birmingham, AL, by telephone on December 26, 2000 and by letter dated December 29, 2000. Firm initiated recall is complete.
REASON
Blood product, collected from a donor who reported having lived in an area designated as endemic for malaria, was distributed.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
1 unit.
DISTRIBUTION
AL.

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PRODUCT
Source Plasma, Recall # B-1772-2.
CODE
Units 04FK27144, 04FK10531.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
American Red Cross, New England Region, Dedham, MA, by inquiry letter on April 10, 2002. Firm initiated recall is complete.
REASON
Blood products, collected from a donor who was at increased risk for new variant Creutzfeld Jakob Disease (nvCJD), were distributed.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
2 units.
DISTRIBUTION
CA and Switzerland.

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PRODUCT
a) Red Blood Cells, Leukoreduced, Recall # B-1773-2;
b) Cryoprecipitate, Recall # B-1774-2;
c) Recovered Plasma, Recall # B-1775-2.
CODE
a); b) and c) Unit FK53666.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Healthcare Provider Services Inc., dba Rhode Island Blood Center, Providence, RI, by letter or fax on April 22, 2002. Firm initiated recall is complete.
REASON
Blood products, collected from an ineligible donor due to medication with the drug Proscar, were distributed.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
3 units.
DISTRIBUTION
RI and Switzerland.

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PRODUCT
Platelets, Pheresis, Recall # B-1776-2.
CODE
Units (2 units) 04GS05536 - split unit.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
American Red Cross, New England Region, Dedham, MA, by telephone on March 2, 2002 and by letter dated March 18, 2002.Firm initiated recall is complete.
REASON
Blood products, collected in a manner that compromised their sterility, were distributed.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
2 units.
DISTRIBUTION
MA.

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PRODUCT
Platelets, Recall # B-1778-2.
CODE
Unit 7101304.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Lane Memorial Blood Bank, Eugene, OR, by letter dated February 19, 2002. Firm initiated recall is complete.
REASON
Platelets, manufactured with a shortened rest time, were distributed.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
1 unit.
DISTRIBUTION
OR.

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PRODUCT
Platelets, Pheresis, Leukocytes Reduced, Irradiated,Recall # B-1779-2.
CODE
Unit 003FK22138.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
American Red Cross Blood Services, Southern Region, Atlanta, GA, by letter dated August 30, 2001. Firm initiated recall is complete.
REASON
Blood product, collected from a donor who reported travel to an area designated as endemic for malaria, was distributed.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
1 unit.
DISTRIBUTION
GA.

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PRODUCT
Red Blood Cells, Leukocytes Reduced, Recall # B-1781-2.
CODE
Unit 04K28513.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
American Red Cross Blood Services, New England Region, Dedham, MA, by letter dated April 26, 2002. Firm initiated recall is complete.
REASON
Blood product, collected from a donor who reported travel to an area designated as endemic for malaria, was distributed.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
1 unit.
DISTRIBUTION
NY.

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PRODUCT
a) Red Blood Cells, Recall # B-1782-2;b) Platelets, Recall # B-1783-2.
CODE
a) Units 1164509, 1157972;b) Unit 1157972.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Community Blood Center, Dayton, OH, by letter dated April 22, 2002. Firm initiated recall is complete.
REASON
Blood products, collected from a donor who reported travel to an area designated as endemic for malaria, were distributed.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
3 units.
DISTRIBUTION
OH and IN.

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PRODUCT
Red Blood Cells, Recall # B-1784-2.
CODE
Unit 0815676.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Hoxworth Blood Center, University of Cincinnati Medical Center, Cincinnati, OH, by letter dated March 14, 2002. Firm initiated recall is complete.
REASON
Blood product, collected from a donor who reported travel to an area designated as endemic for malaria, was distributed.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
1 unit.
DISTRIBUTION
KY.

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PRODUCT
Red Blood Cells, Deglycerolized, Recall # B-1785-2.
CODE
Unit 0636242.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Hoxworth Blood Center, University of Cincinnati Medical Center, Cincinnati, OH, by letter dated March 13, 2002. Firm initiated recall is complete.
REASON
Blood product, collected from a donor who reported travel to an area designated as endemic for malaria, was distributed.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
1 unit.
DISTRIBUTION
OH.

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PRODUCT
Red Blood Cells, Leukocytes Reduced, Recall # B-1786-2.
CODE
Unit 04G29868.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
American Red Cross Blood Services, New England Region, Dedham, MA, by letter dated May 15, 2002. Firm initiated recall is complete.
REASON
Blood product, collected from a donor who had lived in an area designated as endemic for malaria, was distributed.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
1 unit.
DISTRIBUTION
MA.

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PRODUCT
Red Blood Cells, Recall # B-1787-2.
CODE
Unit 21KS04045.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
American Red Cross, Pacific Northwest Regional Blood Services, Portland, OR, by letter dated April 8, 2002. Firm initiated recall is complete.
REASON
Blood product, collected from a donor who had lived in an area designated as endemic for malaria, was distributed.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
1 unit.
DISTRIBUTION
OR.

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PRODUCT
a) Red Blood Cells, Leukocytes Reduced, Recall # B-1790-2.
b) Red Blood Cells, Leukocytes Reduced Irradiated, Recall # B-1791-2.
CODE
a) Unit numbers 8715298, 8715300, 8715302, 8715303, 8715304, 8715306, 8715307, 8715310, 8715311, 8715312, 8715313, 8715315, 8715316, 8715319, 8715320, 8715321, 8715322, 8715323, 8715324, 8715325, 8715326, and 8715327;b) Unit number 8715298.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Coffee Memorial Blood Center, Inc., Amarillo, TX, by letter dated November 7, 2001. Firm initiated recall is complete.
REASON
Blood products, incorrectly tested for syphilis, were distributed.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
21 units.
DISTRIBUTION
TN and TX.

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PRODUCT
a) Red Blood Cells, Leukocytes Reduced, Recall # B-1792-2;
b) Recovered Plasma, Recall # B-1793-2.
CODE
a) and b) Unit number 17196-7521.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Blood Systems, Inc., McAllen, TX, by letters on December 31, 2001 and January 11, 2002. Firm initiated recall is complete.
REASON
Blood products, incorrectly tested for syphilis, were distributed.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
2 units.
DISTRIBUTION
TX and CA.

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PRODUCT
a) Red Blood Cells, Recall # B-1794-2;b) Fresh Frozen Plasma, Recall # B-1795-2.
CODE
a) Unit numbers 15169-5378, 15169-5363, 15169-5365, 15169-5367, 15169-5368, 15169-5369, 15169-5374, 15169-5375, 15169-5376, and 15169-5377;
b) Unit numbers 15169-5378, 15169-5363, 15169-5365, 15169-5367, 15169-5368, 15169-5369, 15169-5374, 15169-5375, 15169-5376, 15169-5377, 15169-5360, and 15169-5364.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Blood Systems, Inc., Hot Springs, AR, by telephone on October 25, 2001 and by letter dated November 27, 2001. Firm initiated recall is complete.
REASON
Blood products, incorrectly tested for syphilis, were distributed.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
22 units.
DISTRIBUTION
AR.

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PRODUCT
Red Blood Cells, Leukocytes Reduced, Recall # B-1796-2.
CODE
Unit numbers 24208-2763, 24208-2790, 24208-2799, 24208-2804, 24208-2812, 24208-2833, 24208-2844, 24208-2866, 24208-2867, 24208-2868, 24208-2874, 24208-2877, 24208-2882, 24208-2883, 24208-2886, 24208-2889, 24208-2898, 24208-2899, 24208-2901, 24208-2902, 24208-2904, 24208-2905, 24208-2907, 24208-2908, 24208-2909, 24208-2910, 24208-2911, 24208-2912, 24208-2914, 24208-2915, 24208-2916, 24208-2917, 24208-2918, 24208-2920, 24208-2921, 24208-2922, 24208-2923, 24208-2924, 24208-2926, 24208-2934, 24208-2942, 24208-2943, 24208-2946, 24208-2948, 24208-2949, 24208-2950, 24208-2952, 24208-2954, 24208-2955, 24208-2957, 24208-2959, 24208-2962, 24208-2963, 24208-2964, 24208-2965, 24208-2966, 24208-2967, 24208-2968, 24208-2970, 24208-2971, 24208-2972, 24208-2973, 24208-2974, 24208-2975, 24208-2976, 24208-2977, 24208-2978, 24208-2979, 24208-2980, 24208-2981, 24208-2983, 24208-2984, 24208-2985, 24208-3502, 24208-3504 and 24208-3505.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Blood Systems, Inc., Rapid City, SD, by telephone on July 25 and 27, 2000 and August 2, 2000 and by letter dated September 5, 2000. Firm initiated recall is complete.
REASON
Blood products, manufactured from units of Whole Blood that were collected in the incorrect size collection bag, were distributed.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
76 units.
DISTRIBUTION
SD, WY and NE.

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PRODUCT
Red Blood Cells, Recall # B-1799-2.
CODE
Unit number S07455.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Delta Blood Bank, Stockton, CA, by letter on August 15, 2000.Firm initiated recall is complete.
REASON
Blood product, collected from an unsuitable donor based on living in an area considered endemic for malaria, was distributed.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
1 unit.
DISTRIBUTION
CA.

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PRODUCT
Red Blood Cells, Recall # B-1800-2.
CODE
Unit number E77937.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Delta Blood Bank, Stockton, CA, by letter on July 10, 2001.Firm initiated recall is complete.
REASON
Blood product, collected from an unsuitable donor based on travel to an area considered endemic for malaria, was distributed.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
1 unit.
DISTRIBUTION
CA.

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PRODUCT
Red Blood Cells, Leukocytes Reduced, Recall # B-1801-2.
CODE
Unit number 22423-3091.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Blood Systems, Inc., Las Vegas, NV, by telephone on June 1, 2001.Firm initiated recall is complete.
REASON
Blood product, collected from an unsuitable donor based on travel to an area considered endemic for malaria, was distributed.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
1 unit.
DISTRIBUTION
NV.

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PRODUCT
Red Blood Cells, Leukocytes Reduced, Recall # B-1802-2.
CODE
Unit number 42FG87615.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
The American National Red Cross, Northern Ohio Region, Cleveland, OH, by letter dated November 26, 2001. Firm initiated recall is complete.
REASON
Blood product, collected from an unsuitable donor based on travel to an area considered endemic for malaria, was distributed.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
1 unit.
DISTRIBUTION
OH.

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PRODUCT
a) Red Blood Cells, Leukocytes Reduced, Recall # B-1803-2;b) Platelets, Recall # B-1804-2.
CODE
a) and b) Unit number 1853532.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
South Texas Blood and Tissue Center, San Antonio, TX, by telephone and fax on November 19 and 28, 2001.Firm initiated recall is complete.
REASON
Blood products, collected from an unsuitable donor based on travel to an area considered endemic for malaria, were distributed.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
2 units.
DISTRIBUTION
TX.

RECALLS AND FIELD CORRECTIONS: BIOLOGICS -- CLASS III

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PRODUCT
Source Plasma, Recall # B-1752-2.
CODE
Unit 56992922.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Recalling Firm: SeraCare, Inc., Colorado Spring, CO, by letter dated November 29, 2001.Manufacturer: SeraCare, Inc., SeraCare Acquisitions, Inc., Pasco, WA. Firm initiated recall is complete.
REASON
Blood product, collected from a donor whose arm inspection was not documented, was distributed.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
1 unit.
DISTRIBUTION
CA.

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PRODUCT
Red Blood Cells, Leukocytes Reduced, Irradiated,Recall # B-1777-2.
CODE
Units 22420-9642, 22421-0866, 22421-0795, 22421-3752.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
United Blood Services, Las Vegas, NV, by telephone on March 7, 2001 or by letter dated March 28, 2001. Firm initiated recall is complete.
REASON
Blood products, that lacked assurance of proper storage temperatures due to inaccurate documentation, was distributed.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
4 units.
DISTRIBUTION
NV.

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PRODUCT
Source Plasma, Recall # B-1797-2.
CODE
Unit number DZDHRX.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Recalling Firm: Aventis Bio-Services, Inc., Knoxville, TN, by letter dated April 10, 2002.Manufacturer: Aventis Bio-Services, Inc., Eugene, OR.Firm initiated recall is complete.
REASON
Blood product, collected from a donor whose arm inspection was not documented, was distributed.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
1 unit.
DISTRIBUTION
IL.

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PRODUCT
Source Plasma, Recall # B-1798-2.
CODE
Unit number DZBMDV.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
+Recalling Firm: Aventis Bio-Services, Inc., Knoxville, TN, by letter dated April 10, 2002.Manufacturer: Aventis Bio-Services, Inc., Eugene, OR.Firm initiated recall is complete.
REASON
Blood product, collected from a donor whose arm inspection was not documented, was distributed.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
1 unit.
DISTRIBUTION
IL.

RECALLS AND FIELD CORRECTIONS: DEVICES -- CLASS II

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PRODUCT
a) Ulnar Implant, standard stem, Sizes 1 thru 4. Catalog numbers UHA-S1 thru UHA-S4. Recall # Z-1215-2;
b) Ulnar Implant, stem, 20mm collar, Sizes 1 thru 4. Catalog numbers UHA-S120 thru UHA-S420. Recall # Z-1216-2.
CODE
Lot numbers US0001 thru US0054 for stand alone device Distal Ulnar Stem with extended collar.
It is included in a Kit called an "Ulnar Head Kit" Catalog No. UHA-KIT. Which is also under recall.
Kit contains 4 head sizes, 4 stem sizes with regular collars and 4 stem sizes with extended collars.
Additionally, as a precaution, firm is recalling the following Catalog Numbers:
UHA-S1 thru UHA-S4 which are four sizes of Distal Ulnar Stems.
UHA-S120, UHA-S220, UHA-S320, UHA-S420 which are four sizes of Distal Ulnar Stem with extended collar.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Avanta Orthopaedics, Inc., San Diego, CA, by letter dated April 8, 2002. Firm initiated recall is complete.
REASON
Sterility, extended collar stems break through peel pouch.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
252.
DISTRIBUTION
KY and Internationally.

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PRODUCT
Baxter Basal/Bolus Infusor, 0.5 x 2mL/hr, a portable elastomeric infusion system; 6 units per case. Recall # Z-1221-2.
CODE
Product code 2C1955KJ, lot 00N040, Exp. Dec 31 2005.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Recalling Firm: Baxter Healthcare Corp., Round Lake, IL, by telephone and letter on June 17, 2002.
Manufacturer: Baxter Healthcare Corp., Irvine, CA. Firm initiated recall is ongoing.
REASON
Possible overinfusion.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
2502 units.
DISTRIBUTION
PA, Japan and South Africa.

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PRODUCT
Celsite ST 301 P Implantable Port Catheter. The device is a 6.5F polyurethane implantable catheter. The catheter is primarily used for sub-clavian implantation. Recall # Z-1223-2.
CODE
Product Codes CVS200KP and CVS250KP.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Recalling Firm: B. Braun Medical, Inc., Allentown, PA, by letter on October 25 and December 17, 2001.
Manufacturer: Braun, Aesculap, France. Firm initiated recall is ongoing.
REASON
Fractures.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
141 units.
DISTRIBUTION
AL, CA, FL, MD, NM, VA, and WA.

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PRODUCT
XT75410 Opti-Plast XT PTA Balloon Dilation Catheter;
XT100410 Opti-Plast XT PTA Balloon Dilation Catheter;
XT120410 Opti-Plast XT PTA Balloon Dilation Catheter
Recall # Z-1224-2.
CODE
Not lot specific.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
C. R. Bard, Inc./Bard Peripheral Technologies, Covington, GA, by telephone on June 10, 2002. Firm initiated recall is ongoing.
REASON
Product was distributed without 510(k) clearance.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
5 units.
DISTRIBUTION
LA, OK and TN.

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PRODUCT
Streptozyme, Hemagglutination slide test. Recall # Z-1225-2.
CODE
Product Code: 45D4
Lot Number 0224501 Exp. 6/03.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Recalling Firm: Wample Laboratories, Div. of Medpointe Healthcare, Inc., Cranbury, NJ, by letters on April 25, 2002.
Manufacturer: J&S Medical Associates, Inc., Framingham, MA.
Firm initiated recall is ongoing.
REASON
Weak sensitivity, may result in weak positives going undetected.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
74.
DISTRIBUTION
Nationwide.

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PRODUCT
Dimension(R) Xpand software revision 6.0.1 and 6.1 (Clinical Chemistry Analyzer). Recall # Z-1226-2.
CODE
Xpand software revision 6.0.1 and 6.1.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Recalling Firm: Dade Behring, Inc., Newark, DE, by telephone on May 11, 2002.
Manufacturer: Dade Behring, Inc., Brookfield, CT.
Firm initiated recall is ongoing.
REASON
The sample probe does not accurately track the fluid level.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
261.
DISTRIBUTION
Nationwide.

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PRODUCT
TwistOR Bone Cement Mixer. Recall # Z-1228-2.
CODE
Catalog No. CM-MD-3100
Lot No. AA0131 Exp. Date July 2002.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Immedica, Inc., Chatham, NJ, by letters on March 12 and 14, 2002.
Firm initiated recall is complete.
REASON
Non sterile box sent to hospital.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
4 units.
DISTRIBUTION
CT and IL.

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PRODUCT
Fabius Anesthesia Machine. The device is exported only in accordance with FFDCA section 801(e)(1). Recall # Z-1229-2.
CODE
Catalog number 4115300.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Recalling Firm: Drager Medizintechnik Gmbh Luebeck, by letter June 20, 2002.
Manufacturer: Drager Medical, Telford, PA. Firm initiated recall is ongoing.
REASON
Ground wire too short.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
1879 units.
DISTRIBUTION
Nationwide.

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PRODUCT
Softchrome brand In-Office Tint System, Complete System
Recall # Z-1232-2.
CODE
All codes, including (Red dye lot nos. F0122, B0002;
Brown dye lot nos. L9916, B0027, D0130).
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Softchrome, Inc., San Ramon, CA, by letters dated May 2, 2002.
FDA initiated recall is complete.
REASON
Devices use unlisted dyes used in a tinting kit for contact lenses.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
123 units.
DISTRIBUTION
Nationwide and Internationally.

RECALLS AND FIELD CORRECTIONS: DEVICES -- CLASS III

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PRODUCT
Bio-Rad Chlamydia Blocking Assay. Recall # Z-1217-2;
Bio-Rad Chlamydia Microplate EIA - 96 Tests. Recall # Z-1218-2;
Bio-Rad Chlamydia Microplate EIA - 192 Tests. Recall # Z-1219-2.
CODE
Lot #s 909468, 910235, 912578, 909681, 906620, 912400,
910620, 912579, 911794, 909469, 910236.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Bio-Rad Laboratories, Redmond, WA, by letter dated January 15, 2002. Firm initiated recall is complete.
REASON
Incorrect product information regarding discarding out of range control.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
2095.
DISTRIBUTION
Nationwide and Germany, Italy, France and Portugal.

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PRODUCT
Acid Concentrate for Bicarbonate Dialysate AC-2403-4 Manufactured For Gambro Use with Gambro BP-002 Bicarbonate products. One Gallon. Recall # Z-1220-2.
CODE
Lot G0G084.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Recalling Firm: Gambro Healthcare, Daytona Beach, FL, by telephone beginning on September 13, 2002.
Manufacturer: Di-Chem Concentrates, Inc., Lewisberry, PA.
Firm initiated recall is complete.
REASON
Incorrect expiration date of 4/00.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
1,150 cases.
DISTRIBUTION
Nationwide.

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PRODUCT
Kallestad Anti-La (SSB) Microplate EIA Kit labeled in part "Kallestad Anti-La (SS-B) EIA ** Sanofi Diagnostics Pasteur ** Chaska, MN **". Recall # Z-1222-2.
CODE
Lot #192, expiration 10/12/01.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Recalling Firm: Bio-Rad Laboratoaries, Redmond, WA, by letter dated February 1, 2001.
Manufacturer: Axis-Shield Diagnostics, Ltd., Dundee, Scotland, United Kingdom. Firm initiated recall is complete.
REASON
Ratio range on label of positive control instead of concentration range.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
27.
DISTRIBUTION
FL, OH, TN, TX, WA, and WI.

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PRODUCT
501-1 One Sheet 12" x 12" x .015 Sil-Tec Sheeting a Class VI USP Medical Grade Silicone Rubber Latex-Free Reinforced and 501-3 One Sheet 12" x 12" x .020 Sil-Tec Sheeting a Class VI USP Medical Grade Silicone Rubber Latex-Free Reinforced. Recall # Z-1230-2.
CODE
Lot 1-041189.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Technical Products, Inc. of Georgia, USA, Decatur, GA, by telephone on September 20, May 13 and 21, 2002 and by fax on June 7 and 11. 2002. Firm initiated recall is complete.
REASON
Product labeled Reinforced was not reinforced.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
7 units.
DISTRIBUTION
CO, IL, NM, TX and UT.

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PRODUCT
Niagara TRS Thermal Retention System, 2 Liter, Catalog No. 008075-901. Recall # Z-1231-2.
CODE
Serial Numbers N02A023, N02A024, N02A025, N02A026, and N02A027.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
ACMI Corporation, Racine, WI, by letter on May 9, 2002.
Firm initiated recall is ongoing.
REASON
The product is a 2 liter system but is misidentified on the device label as a 3 liter system. This might result in the user attempting to use a 3 liter fluid bag in the 2 liter system.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
5 divices.
DISTRIBUTION
SD, MO, LA and WI.

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PRODUCT
Brand Name: ADVIA Centaur(R) Analyzer. Recall # Z-1233-2.
CODE
All serial numbers distributed with Model/Part Number 572561, along with all existing software versions from 2.1 to 2.5.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Recalling Firm: Bayer Corporation, Business Group Diagnostics, Tarrytown, NY, by letter on March 13, 2002.
Manufacturer: Bayer Diagnostics Manufacturing Limited, Swords County, Dublin. Firm initiated recall is ongoing.
REASON
Software programming error.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
2275 units.
DISTRIBUTION
Nationwide and Internationally.

RECALLS AND FIELD CORRECTIONS: VETERINARY MEDICINE -- CLASS III

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PRODUCT
Dionne Medicated Udder Balm with Lanolin and Aloe Vera Gel, packaged in a 1-lb. jar, contains 0.25% menthol, OTC, aids in the prevention of the effects of frost and used for the temporary relief of pain and itching associated with minor cuts, scrapes, and minor skin irritations. The responsible firm on the label shows the product is distributed by Dionne Products, Des Moines, IA. Recall # V-155-2.
CODE
2A14C, Exp. January, 2004.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER

Qualis, Inc., Des Moines, IA, by telephone on May 31, 2002.
Firm initiated recall is complete.
REASON
Above specification for menthol.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
72 jars.
DISTRIBUTION
IN and OK.

END OF ENFORCEMENT REPORT FOR AUGUST 21, 2002

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