COPAN FLOQSwabs, STERILE.EO, for drawing clinical samples. CE0123, for the following reference numbers REF:501CS01,
Summary
The FDA issued a Class II for COPAN FLOQSwabs, STERILE.EO, for drawing clinical samples. CE0123, for the fol by Copan Italia. Reason: A sterility assurance level of 10-6 cannot be guaranteed due to intentional fraud and data integrity issues at the contract sterilizer, Steril Milano..
Details
Source
Device Recall
External ID
Z-2440-2021
Action Date
2021-09-15
Status
Terminated
Category
device
Product Description
COPAN FLOQSwabs, STERILE.EO, for drawing clinical samples. CE0123, for the following reference numbers REF:501CS01, Minitip, sterile Single Wrapped, Molded bp 80mm; REF: 20226, P/N 501CS01Q100, Minitip, Sterile, Single Wrapped, bp 60MM, BUNDLES OF 20 pcs; REF: 501CS01.Q20, P/N 1127700, Minitip Applicator Sterile Ind. wrapped., bp 60mm, bundles of 20; REF: 502CS01, Regular, Sterile single Wrapped, Molded bp 80mm; REF: 503CS01, Flexible, Sterile Single Wrapped, Molded bp 100mm; REF: 220252, P/N 503CS01.BD, Flexible, Sterile Single Wrapped Molded bp 100 mm; REF: 503CS01/503CS01.BX, Flexible, Sterile Single Wrapped, Molded bp 100mm REF: 50U004DS, hDNA Free, Regular sterile in dry tube Molded Break Point 20 mm; REF: 50U009DS02, hDNA Free, Regular, Sterile, 2pcs Packed; REF: 518CS01, Minitip, Ster. Single Wrapped, Molded bp 100mm; REF: 220251, P/N: 518CS01.BD, Minitip, sterile Single Wrapped Molded bp 100mm; REF: 519C/519C.BX, Regular Sterile, Molded break point 100 mm; REF: 220250 P/N: 519CS01.BD, Regular, Sterile Single wrapped Molded bp 100mm; REF: 525CS01, Ultra-Thin Minitip, sterile single wrapped, molded bp 80 mm; REF: 528C, Large Tip Swab, Handle with Stopper, in dry tube REF: 534CS01, Flexible Nylon, Sterile Single Wrapped; REF: 551C, Minitip Sterile in dry tube, Molded Break Point 80 mm; REF: 552C/552C.BX, Regular sterile in dry tube Molded Break Point 80 mm; REF: 553C, Flexible sterile in dry tube, molded bp 100 mm; REF: 553C.LC, Flexible Sterile in dry tube, molded bp 100 mm; REF: 5U002S, Regular, sterile, in tube, 80 mm breakpoint, with low stopper; 5U048N01.BIO, REF: 5U055S02.HG, Regular FLOQSwabs with 20mm breakpoint 100 peelpouches, 2 swabs per peelpouch; REF: 5U056S.IUO, FLOQSwats ADULT IN DRY TUBE, Investigational Use Only; REF: 5UO57S.IUO, FLOQSwabs CHILD IN DRY TUBE, Investigational Use Only
Lot/Code Info: Mode Number: Lot number: 501CS01: 1816581 and 2027890; 501CS01.Q100: PJ10453, PJ10636 and PJ10667; 501CS01.Q20: J10407; 502CS01: 1816964, 2027239, 2027877; 503CS01: 1807589, 1809095, 1814761, 1814762, 1814763, 1816968, 1821362, 2025887; 503CS01.BD: 2031801; 503CS01.BX: 50U004DS and 1818685; 50U009DS02: 1825274; 518CS01: 2008058 and 2027915; 518CS01.BD: 2008058; 519C: 1816921; 519C.BX: 1811060 and 1816921; 519CS01.BD: 2027871; 525CS01: 2009380; 528C: 1808601, 534CS01, 1707256; 551C: 1813221; 552C: 1819144; 552C.BX: 1819144; 553C: 1810293, 1816440, 1817638, 2004854: 553C.LC: 1811976, 1814054, 1814717, 1817637, 1820999; 5U002S: 1812705; 5U048N01.BIO: 1810727 and 1818912; 5U055S02.HG: 1814413; 5U056S.IUO: 1816448; 5U057S.IUO: 1816451
Quantity Affected: 3,029,400 units
Reason for Recall
A sterility assurance level of 10-6 cannot be guaranteed due to intentional fraud and data integrity issues at the contract sterilizer, Steril Milano.
Distribution
US nationwide distribution, including Puerto Rico.
Type: Voluntary: Firm initiated
Recall Initiated: 2021-07-09
Company
Brescia, N/A
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 147 device recalls issued in the same week, part of 403 device-related FDA actions this month.
Copan Italia has 4 FDA actions in our database, including 4 recalls.
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 (Copan Italia) or your retailer for a refund or replacement. If you experienced adverse effects, report them to the FDA via MedWatch.
How often does Copan Italia have FDA actions?
Copan Italia has 4 FDA actions in our database, including 4 recalls and 0 device clearances.
Where can I find the official FDA record?
The official record is available on FDA.gov. Search for "Z-2440-2021" on FDA.gov for the full record. You can also use the openFDA API to query this record programmatically.
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