Summary
The FDA issued a Class II for Posi-Stop Injection Needle, 23 Gauge, Catalog Number: 4706 by Hobbs Medical, Inc.. Reason: Injection solutions would not flow as intended through the tip of 25ga-sized needles. Investigations that some units contained debris from the manufac.
Details
Source
Device Recall
External ID
Z-0470-2025
Action Date
2024-11-27
Status
Ongoing
Category
device
Product Description
Posi-Stop Injection Needle, 23 Gauge, Catalog Number: 4706
Lot/Code Info: Catalog Number: 4706; UDI-DI: M84947060; Lot Number: SD09-23-089.
Quantity Affected: 6 units
Reason for Recall
Injection solutions would not flow as intended through the tip of 25ga-sized needles. Investigations that some units contained debris from the manufacturing process within the inner sheath that blocked the ID of the needle.
Distribution
Worldwide - US Nationwide distribution in the states of CT, GA, IN, MI, MN, MS, NH, NJ, NY, OH, TN, VT, WA, WI, WV and the country of Canada.
Type: Voluntary: Firm initiated
Recall Initiated: 2024-10-04
Company
Stafford Springs, CT
Context & Analysis
This is a Class II recall. Class II recalls indicate that use of or exposure to the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or that the probability of serious consequences is remote.
This was one of 280 device recalls issued in the same week, part of 403 device-related FDA actions this month.
Hobbs Medical, Inc. has 73 FDA actions in our database, including 72 recalls and 1 clearance.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Class II recall?
A Class II recall means the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or the probability of serious adverse consequences is remote. Consumers should discontinue use.
What should I do if I have this product?
Stop using the product. Check the product against the specific lot numbers or identifiers listed in the recall. Contact the manufacturer (Hobbs Medical, Inc.) or your retailer for a refund or replacement. If you experienced adverse effects, report them to the FDA via MedWatch.
How often does Hobbs Medical, Inc. have FDA actions?
Hobbs Medical, Inc. has 73 FDA actions in our database, including 72 recalls and 1 device clearance.
Where can I find the official FDA record?
The official record is available on FDA.gov. Search for "Z-0470-2025" on FDA.gov for the full record. You can also use the openFDA API to query this record programmatically.
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