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Z-2192-2011

BD Nokor Admix Needle 16 G x 1 TW (1.6mm x 25mm) REF 305216 Sterile BD, Franklin Lakes, NJ MADE IN USA For...

Becton Dickinson & Co / initiated 2011-03-01 / Terminated / root cause: packaging

Becton Dickinson & Company began a recall of BD Nokor Admix Needle 16 G x 1 TW (1.6mm x 25mm) REF 305216 Sterile BD, Franklin Lakes, NJ MADE IN USA For use in aspiration of medications, typically in the... on . The reason FDA records is "Incorrect unit package labels which reflect Reorder #305216 instead of the correct item, Reorder #305213, were used". As of , the recall status on record is Terminated, and MDM tags the root cause as packaging.

Recall record

Recall number
Z-2192-2011
Status
Terminated
Initiated
Posted
Terminated
Recalling firm
Becton Dickinson & Co
Product
BD Nokor Admix Needle 16 G x 1 TW (1.6mm x 25mm) REF 305216 Sterile BD, Franklin Lakes, NJ MADE IN USA For use in aspiration of medications, typically in the pharmacy setting.
Product code
FMI Needle, Hypodermic, Single Lumen
Reason for recall
Incorrect unit package labels which reflect Reorder #305216 instead of the correct item, Reorder #305213, were used.
Root cause tag
packaging
FDA root cause
Packaging
Action
BD sent an Urgent: Product Recall letter with return response forms to direct consignees on 03/01/11 and 03/02/11 via UPS. The letter identified the affected product and lot along with the reason for the recall. The letter asked customers to complete the enclosed Distributor Packing List and to follow the instructions provided on the Packing List for returning the affected product. The firm will issue a credit upon receipt of the affected product. Customers can contact BD Customer Service if they need assistance or have questions regarding the recall.
Quantity in commerce
161,000 units
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution -- USA, including the states of NJ, IL, LA, NM, OH, NV, and VA, and country of Canada.
Product codes and lots
Ref# 305213, Lot# 0007829