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FDA Drug recall · Reported September 27, 2023

BD ChloraPrep Clear, 2% w/v chlorhexidine gluconate (CHG) and 70% v/v isopropyl alcohol (IPA) Sterile Solution, 0.03mL (1 ml) each, 60 applicators in carton, applicator is sterile if package is intact. CareFusion 213, LLC, El Paso, TX 79912, subsidiary of Becton, Dickinson and Co., NDC 54365-400-31 REF 930480 Product is packaged in the following manner: There is one (1) sterile applicator (sponge) per pouch. Each inner carton contains sixty (60) pouches. There are four (4) inner cartons per shi

Stability data does not support expiry: Shelf-life of the impacted lots of BD ChloraPrep" Clear 1 mL Applicator cannot be substantiated beyond 12-months although labeled with 36-m…

Recall #
D-1168-2023
Affected scope
398,160 cartons
Initiated
August 25, 2023
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CareFusion 213, LLC recalled BD ChloraPrep Clear, 2% w/v chlorhexidine gluconate (CHG) and 70% v/v isopropyl alcohol (… - a moderate-severity action.

BD ChloraPrep Clear, 2% w/v chlorhexidine gluconate (CHG) and 70% v/v isopropyl alcohol (… was recalled by CareFusion 213, LLC in September 27, 2023. Reason: Stability data does not support expiry: Shelf-life of the impacted lots of BD ChloraPrep" Clear 1 mL Applicat…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #D-1168-2023 with the FDA Drug before acting.

The recall

CareFusion 213, LLC issued this moderate-severity FDA Drug recall-Stability data does not support expiry: Shelf-life of the impacted lots of BD ChloraPrep" Clear 1 mL Applicat….

Moderate
severity level
Class II
classification
September 27, 2023
reported

Sourced from official FDA Drug enforcement records. Verify recall #D-1168-2023 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This FDA Drug action (record #D-1168-2023) was formally reported on September 27, 2023, with the manufacturer initiating the action on August 25, 2023. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Completed. CareFusion 213, LLC is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of El Paso, TX. Federal records list the affected scope as 398,160 cartons.

The documented reason for this recall is: Stability data does not support expiry: Shelf-life of the impacted lots of BD ChloraPrep" Clear 1 mL Applicator cannot be substantiated beyond 12-months although labeled with 36-month expiry. Stability studies indicate … Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Distributed nationwide to 100 consignees. Please refer to consignee list.. Distribution scope directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.

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Where this recall sits in the database

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

398,160 cartons

Related Recalls

6

0 from same agency

Product description

BD ChloraPrep Clear, 2% w/v chlorhexidine gluconate (CHG) and 70% v/v isopropyl alcohol (IPA) Sterile Solution, 0.03mL (1 ml) each, 60 applicators in carton, applicator is sterile if package is intact. CareFusion 213, LLC, El Paso, TX 79912, subsidiary of Becton, Dickinson and Co., NDC 54365-400-31 REF 930480 Product is packaged in the following manner: There is one (1) sterile applicator (sponge) per pouch. Each inner carton contains sixty (60) pouches. There are four (4) inner cartons per shipping case (total of 240 pouches per case).

Reason for recall

Stability data does not support expiry: Shelf-life of the impacted lots of BD ChloraPrep" Clear 1 mL Applicator cannot be substantiated beyond 12-months although labeled with 36-month expiry. Stability studies indicate that the impacted lots, if stored at 30¿C/75% relative humidity continuously beyond 12 months, may exhibit growth of Aspergillus penicillioides.

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 Completed
Recall number D-1168-2023
Date reported September 27, 2023
Date initiated August 25, 2023
Recalling firm CareFusion 213, LLC
Firm location El Paso, TX
Affected scope 398,160 cartons
Distribution Distributed nationwide to 100 consignees. Please refer to consignee list.

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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
BD ChloraPrep Clear, 2% w/v chlorhexidine gluconate (CHG) and 70% v/v isopropyl alcohol (IPA) Sterile Solution, 0.03mL (1 ml) each, 60 applicators in carton, applicator is sterile if package is intact. CareFusion 213, LLC, El Paso, TX 79912, subsidiary of Becton, Dickinson and Co., NDC 54365-400-31 REF 930480 Product is packaged in the following manner: There is one (1) sterile applicator (sponge) per pouch. Each inner carton contains sixty (60) pouches. There are four (4) inner cartons per shipping case (total of 240 pouches per case).. Recalled by CareFusion 213, LLC. Units affected: 398,160 cartons.
Why was this product recalled?
Stability data does not support expiry: Shelf-life of the impacted lots of BD ChloraPrep" Clear 1 mL Applicator cannot be substantiated beyond 12-months although labeled with 36-month expiry. Stability studies indicate that the impacted lots, if stored at 30¿C/75% relative humidity continuously beyond 12 months, may exhibit growth of Aspergillus penicillioides.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Drug on September 27, 2023. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: D-1168-2023.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Distributed nationwide to 100 consignees. Please refer to consignee list..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (D-1168-2023) 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 September 27, 2023. 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 July 2026.