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Class III Recall

KWIK-STI(TM), GBS QC Set (Live Culture), REF 0243U. Specifically affected component: KWIK-STIK(TM), Lactobacillus a

Microbiologics Inc

Summary

The FDA issued a Class III for KWIK-STI(TM), GBS QC Set (Live Culture), REF 0243U. Specifically affected c by Microbiologics Inc. Reason: The expiration date on the label of one component (negative control 0243U) in the set lot is incorrectly labeled. The KWIK-STIK negative control 0243U.

Details

Source

Device Recall

External ID

Z-0546-2022

Action Date

2022-02-09

Status

Terminated

Category

device

Product Description

KWIK-STI(TM), GBS QC Set (Live Culture), REF 0243U. Specifically affected component: KWIK-STIK(TM), Lactobacillus acidophilus derived from ATCC(R) 4356(TM)

Lot/Code Info: Main Product Codes: Catalog Number: 8164, Lot Number: 8164-78, UDI: 70845357028623, Expiration date: 09/30/2021. Affected Component Codes: Catalog Number: 0243U, Lot Number: 243-48-5, UDI: 10845357004083, Expiration Date on Label: 07/31/2020, Correct Expiration Date: 07/31/2022.

Quantity Affected: N/A

Reason for Recall

The expiration date on the label of one component (negative control 0243U) in the set lot is incorrectly labeled. The KWIK-STIK negative control 0243U was labeled with an expiration date of 7/31/2020 when it should have been 7/31/2022.

Distribution

US Nationwide distribution in the states of AL, CA, CO, IL, MD, MO, MS, NM, OH, OR, PA, TX, VT.

Type: Voluntary: Firm initiated

Recall Initiated: 2020-12-16

Company

Microbiologics Inc

Saint Cloud, MN

Context & Analysis

This is a Class III recall. Class III recalls involve products unlikely to cause adverse health consequences, but that violate FDA regulations.

This was one of 95 device recalls issued in the same week, part of 403 device-related FDA actions this month.

Microbiologics Inc has 52 FDA actions in our database, including 52 recalls.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Class III recall?

A Class III recall involves products that are unlikely to cause adverse health effects but violate FDA labeling or manufacturing regulations.

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 (Microbiologics Inc) or your retailer for a refund or replacement. If you experienced adverse effects, report them to the FDA via MedWatch.

How often does Microbiologics Inc have FDA actions?

Microbiologics Inc has 52 FDA actions in our database, including 52 recalls and 0 device clearances.

Where can I find the official FDA record?

The official record is available on FDA.gov. Search for "Z-0546-2022" on FDA.gov for the full record. You can also use the openFDA API to query this record programmatically.

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