Severity
Critical
CriticalClass IOngoing
FDA Drug recall · Reported July 1, 2026
BD ChloraPrep FREPP Clear,(2% w/v chlorhexidine gluconate (CHG) and 70% v/v isopropyl alcohol (IPA)) 1.5 mL Applicator, 20 Applicators, Sterile Solution, Care Fusion 213, LLC, El Paso, TX 79912, subsidiary of Beckton, Dickinson and Co., NDC 54365-400-30.
Non-Sterility: Due to presence of Aspergillus penicillioides. And Lack of Assurance of Sterility: Due to wrinkles in the paper lidding which may breach the seal area.
CareFusion 213, LLC recalled BD ChloraPrep FREPP Clear,(2% w/v chlorhexidine gluconate (CHG) and 70% v/v isopropyl alc… - a critical-severity action.
BD ChloraPrep FREPP Clear,(2% w/v chlorhexidine gluconate (CHG) and 70% v/v isopropyl alc… was recalled by CareFusion 213, LLC in July 1, 2026. Reason: Non-Sterility: Due to presence of Aspergillus penicillioides. And Lack of Assurance of Sterility: Due to wrin…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #D-0625-2026 with the FDA Drug before acting.
The recall
CareFusion 213, LLC issued this critical-severity FDA Drug recall-Non-Sterility: Due to presence of Aspergillus penicillioides. And Lack of Assurance of Sterility: Due to wrin….
- Critical
- severity level
- Class I
- classification
- July 1, 2026
- reported
Sourced from official FDA Drug enforcement records. Verify recall #D-0625-2026 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This FDA Drug action (record #D-0625-2026) was formally reported on July 1, 2026, with the manufacturer initiating the action on May 28, 2026. It is classified under Critical severity (Class I), with a current status of Ongoing. CareFusion 213, LLC is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of El Paso, TX. Federal records list the affected scope as 178,000 applicators.
The documented reason for this recall is: Non-Sterility: Due to presence of Aspergillus penicillioides. And Lack of Assurance of Sterility: Due to wrinkles in the paper lidding which may breach the seal area. Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Nationwide inthe USA, as well as other foreign distribution.. Distribution scope 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.
Drugs & Medications recalls over time
Where this recall sits in its category - 14,436 drugs & medications recalls on record
Of 88,001 recalls with an agency hazard classification, 19,020 are high severity, 64,468 moderate, and 4,513 low. A further 16,157 CPSC/NHTSA recalls have no agency class and are excluded from this split. This recall is classified high severity.
Counts reflect market size and reporting activity, not inherent danger, we do not rank products by risk from raw recall volume.
Affected scope
178,000 applicators
Related Recalls
6
6 from same agency
Product description
BD ChloraPrep FREPP Clear,(2% w/v chlorhexidine gluconate (CHG) and 70% v/v isopropyl alcohol (IPA)) 1.5 mL Applicator, 20 Applicators, Sterile Solution, Care Fusion 213, LLC, El Paso, TX 79912, subsidiary of Beckton, Dickinson and Co., NDC 54365-400-30.
Reason for recall
Non-Sterility: Due to presence of Aspergillus penicillioides. And Lack of Assurance of Sterility: Due to wrinkles in the paper lidding which may breach the seal area.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Food and Drug Administration |
| Severity class | Critical (Class I) |
| Status | Ongoing |
| Recall number | D-0625-2026 |
| Date reported | July 1, 2026 |
| Date initiated | May 28, 2026 |
| Recalling firm | CareFusion 213, LLC |
| Firm location | El Paso, TX |
| Affected scope | 178,000 applicators |
| Distribution | Nationwide inthe USA, as well as other foreign distribution. |
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
Match your product against the recall record, then act on the agency remedy.
- Check the recall number (D-0625-2026) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
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- This is a Class I (high-risk) recall, stop using the product immediately and follow the disposal or return instructions. What to do next
This page summarizes the official FDA Drug record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
BD ChloraPrep FREPP Clear,(2% w/v chlorhexidine gluconate (CHG) and 70% v/v isopropyl alcohol (IPA)) 1.5 mL Applicator, 20 Applicators, Sterile Solution, Care Fusion 213, LLC, El Paso, TX 79912, subsidiary of Beckton, Dickinson and Co., NDC 54365-400-30.. Recalled by CareFusion 213, LLC. Units affected: 178,000 applicators.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
Non-Sterility: Due to presence of Aspergillus penicillioides. And Lack of Assurance of Sterility: Due to wrinkles in the paper lidding which may breach the seal area.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the FDA Drug on July 1, 2026. Severity: Critical. Recall number: D-0625-2026.
Where was the recalled product distributed? ▼
Distribution: Nationwide inthe USA, as well as other foreign distribution..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (D-0625-2026) against your product. Visit the official FDA Drug website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
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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Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. This recall: FDA Drug, reported July 1, 2026. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type), and related-recall context is computed across the full archive. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of August 2026.