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FDA Drug recall · Reported October 26, 2022

0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection, USP, Each 100 mL contains: SODIUM CHLORIDE, USP - 900 mg, WATER FOR INJECTION, USP - qs, 1000mL Bag, 12 PK, Rx Only, Fresenius Medical Care North America, Waltham, MA 02451, NDC 49230-300-10

Lack of Assurance of Sterility: Leakage of 0.9% Sodium Chloride for Injection, 1L, 12pk Saline Solution.

Recall #
D-0015-2023
Affected scope
16,006 cases of twelve bags each
Initiated
October 11, 2022
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Fresenius Medical Care Holdings, Inc. recalled 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection, USP, Each 100 mL contains: SODIUM CHLORIDE, USP - 900 mg,… - a moderate-severity action.

0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection, USP, Each 100 mL contains: SODIUM CHLORIDE, USP - 900 mg,… was recalled by Fresenius Medical Care Holdings, Inc. in October 26, 2022. Reason: Lack of Assurance of Sterility: Leakage of 0.9% Sodium Chloride for Injection, 1L, 12pk Saline Solution.. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #D-0015-2023 with the FDA Drug before acting.

The recall

Fresenius Medical Care Holdings, Inc. issued this moderate-severity FDA Drug recall-Lack of Assurance of Sterility: Leakage of 0.9% Sodium Chloride for Injection, 1L, 12pk Saline Solution..

Moderate
severity level
Class II
classification
October 26, 2022
reported

Sourced from official FDA Drug enforcement records. Verify recall #D-0015-2023 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution scope (see Distribution below) directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from FDA Drug - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

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Where this recall sits in its category - 14,472 drugs & medications recalls on record

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Where this agency-classified recall sits among FDA Class I/II/III notices

Of 88,244 recalls with an agency hazard classification, 19,068 are high severity, 64,652 moderate, and 4,524 low. A further 16,179 CPSC/NHTSA recalls have no agency class and are excluded from this split. This recall is classified moderate severity.

Counts reflect market size and reporting activity, not inherent danger, we do not rank products by risk from raw recall volume.

Product description

0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection, USP, Each 100 mL contains: SODIUM CHLORIDE, USP - 900 mg, WATER FOR INJECTION, USP - qs, 1000mL Bag, 12 PK, Rx Only, Fresenius Medical Care North America, Waltham, MA 02451, NDC 49230-300-10

Reason for recall

Lack of Assurance of Sterility: Leakage of 0.9% Sodium Chloride for Injection, 1L, 12pk Saline Solution.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the FDA Drug recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Severity class Moderate (Class II)
Status Ongoing
Recall number D-0015-2023
Date reported October 26, 2022
Date initiated October 11, 2022
Recalling firm Fresenius Medical Care Holdings, Inc.
Firm location Waltham, MA
Affected scope 16,006 cases of twelve bags each
Distribution Nationwide in the USA

Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Drug enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

What to do with this recall

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection, USP, Each 100 mL contains: SODIUM CHLORIDE, USP - 900 mg, WATER FOR INJECTION, USP - qs, 1000mL Bag, 12 PK, Rx Only, Fresenius Medical Care North America, Waltham, MA 02451, NDC 49230-300-10. Recalled by Fresenius Medical Care Holdings, Inc.. Units affected: 16,006 cases of twelve bags each.
Why was this product recalled?
Lack of Assurance of Sterility: Leakage of 0.9% Sodium Chloride for Injection, 1L, 12pk Saline Solution.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Drug on October 26, 2022. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: D-0015-2023.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Nationwide in the USA.
Should I stop using a recalled medication or medical device?
Do not stop using a recalled medication or device without consulting your healthcare provider first, as abruptly discontinuing treatment could pose its own health risks. Your doctor can advise on alternatives or whether the recall applies to your specific product lot. Check the recall number and lot information against your product packaging.

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