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ModerateClass IIOngoing

FDA Devices recall · Reported December 12, 2018

Family Wellness First Aid Sterile Gauze Pad 3 in x 3 in, 10 CT. White, bleached, non-woven, rayon/polyester sterile Gauze Pad 3 inch x 3 inch, 12-ply 10 count cardboard box

Potential that gauze pads may not be fully sterilized

Recall #
Z-0525-2019
Affected scope
218 cases (72, 10-ct boxes per case)
Initiated
October 16, 2018
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Aso, LLC recalled Family Wellness First Aid Sterile Gauze Pad 3 in x 3 in, 10 CT. White, bleached, non-w… - a moderate-severity action.

Family Wellness First Aid Sterile Gauze Pad 3 in x 3 in, 10 CT. White, bleached, non-w… was recalled by Aso, LLC in December 12, 2018. Reason: Potential that gauze pads may not be fully sterilized. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-0525-2019 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

Aso, LLC issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-Potential that gauze pads may not be fully sterilized.

Moderate
severity level
Class II
classification
December 12, 2018
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-0525-2019 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This FDA Devices action (record #Z-0525-2019) was formally reported on December 12, 2018, with the manufacturer initiating the action on October 16, 2018. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Ongoing. Aso, LLC is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Sarasota, FL. Federal records list the affected scope as 218 cases (72, 10-ct boxes per case).

The documented reason for this recall is: Potential that gauze pads may not be fully sterilized Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Distributed nationwide to AR, FL, IA, IN, KY, NY, OK, TX, UT, VA.. 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.

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Where this recall sits in the database

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

218 cases (72, 10-ct boxes per case)

Related Recalls

6

3 from same agency

Product description

Family Wellness First Aid Sterile Gauze Pad 3 in x 3 in, 10 CT. White, bleached, non-woven, rayon/polyester sterile Gauze Pad 3 inch x 3 inch, 12-ply 10 count cardboard box

Reason for recall

Potential that gauze pads may not be fully sterilized

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 Ongoing
Recall number Z-0525-2019
Date reported December 12, 2018
Date initiated October 16, 2018
Recalling firm Aso, LLC
Firm location Sarasota, FL
Affected scope 218 cases (72, 10-ct boxes per case)
Distribution Distributed nationwide to AR, FL, IA, IN, KY, NY, OK, TX, UT, VA.

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

Match your product against the recall record, then act on the agency remedy.

  • Check the recall number (Z-0525-2019) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
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  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

This page summarizes the official FDA Devices 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?
Family Wellness First Aid Sterile Gauze Pad 3 in x 3 in, 10 CT. White, bleached, non-woven, rayon/polyester sterile Gauze Pad 3 inch x 3 inch, 12-ply 10 count cardboard box. Recalled by Aso, LLC. Units affected: 218 cases (72, 10-ct boxes per case).
Why was this product recalled?
Potential that gauze pads may not be fully sterilized
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on December 12, 2018. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-0525-2019.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Distributed nationwide to AR, FL, IA, IN, KY, NY, OK, TX, UT, VA..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (Z-0525-2019) against your product. Visit the official FDA Devices 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 Devices, reported December 12, 2018. 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.