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Class II Recall

Humidifier bottle and syringe filter kit (6 count of each) for the BT37 Mark I Benchtop Incubator (AY102295). The Ma

CooperSurgical, Inc.

Summary

The FDA issued a Class II for Humidifier bottle and syringe filter kit (6 count of each) for the BT37 Mark I by CooperSurgical, Inc.. Reason: There is a potential breach to the sterile barrier containing the Humidifier Bottles due to the packaging of the filter box located inside the bottle .

Details

Source

Device Recall

External ID

Z-1822-2022

Action Date

2022-10-05

Status

Ongoing

Category

device

Product Description

Humidifier bottle and syringe filter kit (6 count of each) for the BT37 Mark I Benchtop Incubator (AY102295). The Mark I model is no longer produced, but the legacy humidifier bottle component design can also be used with the BT37 Mark II Benchtop Incubator.

Lot/Code Info: Lot Numbers 05593V291121 18-1192 1812-68 18-1268 G000575 G003811 G003893 G004517 G004874 G005109 G005476 G005723 E160415 Expiration date range: 27 Jun 2022 to 07 Dec 2024

Quantity Affected: 5,182 kits

Reason for Recall

There is a potential breach to the sterile barrier containing the Humidifier Bottles due to the packaging of the filter box located inside the bottle packaging. Damage to the sterile barrier may result in use of an unsterilized device, which may cause contamination and degradation or loss of embryo during incubation.

Distribution

Domestic distribution to the following states: AL AZ CA CT DE FL GA HI IL KS MA MI MN MO NJ NY OH OR SC TX VA VT WA WI WV Foreign distribution to Barbados, Canada, Chile, Micronesia Federate, and Panama.

Type: Voluntary: Firm initiated

Recall Initiated: 2022-08-12

Company

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 185 device recalls issued in the same week, part of 403 device-related FDA actions this month.

CooperSurgical, Inc. has 38 FDA actions in our database, including 35 recalls and 3 clearances.

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

How often does CooperSurgical, Inc. have FDA actions?

CooperSurgical, Inc. has 38 FDA actions in our database, including 35 recalls and 3 device clearances.

Where can I find the official FDA record?

The official record is available on FDA.gov. Search for "Z-1822-2022" on FDA.gov for the full record. You can also use the openFDA API to query this record programmatically.

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