Severity
Moderate
FDA Devices recall · Reported November 20, 2024
Specimen container included in kits is labeled as sterile, but has been identified to be non-sterile. Long-term consequences may include unnecessary treatment and/or prolonged hos…
Medline Industries, LP - Northfield recalled Clean Catch Kit, SKU DYKM1833A; Component No. 503581 - a moderate-severity action.
Clean Catch Kit, SKU DYKM1833A; Component No. 503581 was recalled by Medline Industries, LP - Northfield in November 20, 2024. Reason: Specimen container included in kits is labeled as sterile, but has been identified to be non-sterile. Long-te…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-0354-2025 with the FDA Devices before acting.
The recall
Medline Industries, LP - Northfield issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-Specimen container included in kits is labeled as sterile, but has been identified to be non-sterile. Long-te….
Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-0354-2025 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
This FDA Devices action (record #Z-0354-2025) was formally reported on November 20, 2024, with the manufacturer initiating the action on October 23, 2024. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Ongoing. Medline Industries, LP - Northfield is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Northfield, IL. Federal records list the affected scope as 626,305 Total Kits (US only).
The documented reason for this recall is: Specimen container included in kits is labeled as sterile, but has been identified to be non-sterile. Long-term consequences may include unnecessary treatment and/or prolonged hospitalization. Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: US Nationwide distribution in the states of AL, CA, FL, GA, IL, KY, MO, MS, MT, TN, TX, VA and WA.. 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, 3 from FDA Devices - 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.
Where this recall sits in its category - 40,322 medical devices recalls on record
Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.
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Severity
Moderate
Affected scope
626,305 Total Kits (US only)
Related Recalls
6
3 from same agency
Clean Catch Kit, SKU DYKM1833A; Component No. 503581
Specimen container included in kits is labeled as sterile, but has been identified to be non-sterile. Long-term consequences may include unnecessary treatment and/or prolonged hospitalization.
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Food and Drug Administration |
| Severity class | Moderate (Class II) |
| Status | Ongoing |
| Recall number | Z-0354-2025 |
| Date reported | November 20, 2024 |
| Date initiated | October 23, 2024 |
| Recalling firm | Medline Industries, LP - Northfield |
| Firm location | Northfield, IL |
| Affected scope | 626,305 Total Kits (US only) |
| Distribution | US Nationwide distribution in the states of AL, CA, FL, GA, IL, KY, MO, MS, MT, TN, TX, VA and WA. |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Devices enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
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