MassChrom Cortisol, Cortisone Saliva Control Level I, Order No. 0349 - Product Usage: The kit is used as a test for patients to monitor their cortisol and cortisone levels.

Control lots may not meet stability criteria and could result in increased results of patient samples for cortisone.

Recall #: Z-0522-2021
Affected scope: 880 vials
Initiated: October 29, 2020

Compiled from official public sources by the publisher. · Updated September 2026

Chromsystems Instruments & Chemicals GmbH recalled MassChrom Cortisol, Cortisone Saliva Control Level I, Order No. 0349 - Product Usage: The… - a moderate-severity action.

MassChrom Cortisol, Cortisone Saliva Control Level I, Order No. 0349 - Product Usage: The… was recalled by Chromsystems Instruments & Chemicals GmbH in December 9, 2020. Reason: Control lots may not meet stability criteria and could result in increased results of patient samples for cor…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-0522-2021 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

Chromsystems Instruments & Chemicals GmbH issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-Control lots may not meet stability criteria and could result in increased results of patient samples for cor….

Moderate
severity level: Class II
classification: December 9, 2020
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-0522-2021 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 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 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.

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Product description

MassChrom Cortisol, Cortisone Saliva Control Level I, Order No. 0349 - Product Usage: The kit is used as a test for patients to monitor their cortisol and cortisone levels.

Reason for recall

Control lots may not meet stability criteria and could result in increased results of patient samples for cortisone.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the FDA Devices recall record
Attribute	Value
Agency	U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Severity class	Moderate (Class II)
Status	Completed
Recall number	Z-0522-2021
Date reported	December 9, 2020
Date initiated	October 29, 2020
Recalling firm	Chromsystems Instruments & Chemicals GmbH
Firm location	Grafelfing, N/A
Affected scope	880 vials
Distribution	US Nationwide distribution in the states of NC and NY.

Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Devices 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? ▼

MassChrom Cortisol, Cortisone Saliva Control Level I, Order No. 0349 - Product Usage: The kit is used as a test for patients to monitor their cortisol and cortisone levels.. Recalled by Chromsystems Instruments & Chemicals GmbH. Units affected: 880 vials.

Why was this product recalled? ▼

Control lots may not meet stability criteria and could result in increased results of patient samples for cortisone.

Which agency issued this recall? ▼

This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on December 9, 2020. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-0522-2021.

Where was the recalled product distributed? ▼

Distribution: US Nationwide distribution in the states of NC and NY..

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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