Severity
Moderate
ModerateClass IITerminated
FDA Devices recall · Reported March 12, 2014
BencoDental tartar & stain remover ultrasonic cleaning solution Product Usage: Formulated especially for removal of calculus, tartar, tobacco and food stains from dentures, bridges, orthodontic appliances, etc. Use also for removal of permanent cement.
As the result of a complaint to Heraeus Kulzer's customer service department, Heraues Kulzer is recalling Benco Tartar and Stain Solution part #1010-451, lot #13121434 because it …
The recall
Heraeus Kulzer, LLC. issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall — As the result of a complaint to Heraeus Kulzer's customer service department, Heraues Kulzer is recalling Ben….
- Moderate
- severity level
- 812 units (gallons)
- units affected
- Class II
- classification
- March 12, 2014
- reported
Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-1133-2014 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This FDA Devices action (record #Z-1133-2014) was formally reported on March 12, 2014, with the manufacturer initiating the action on February 10, 2014. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. Heraeus Kulzer, LLC. is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of South Bend, IN. Federal records indicate 812 units (gallons) units are affected.
The documented reason for this recall is: As the result of a complaint to Heraeus Kulzer's customer service department, Heraues Kulzer is recalling Benco Tartar and Stain Solution part #1010-451, lot #13121434 because it has incorrect labeling on the immediate … Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: USA Nationwide Distribution in the states AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MI, MN, MO, MS, NC, ND, NE, NM, NV, OH, OK, PA, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI, WV. Distribution scope directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.
To put this record in context, PlainRecalls indexes 83,949 recalls across the FDA, CPSC and NHTSA going back to 1995. Within the same product category, the database holds 6 closely related recalls, of which 6 were also issued by FDA Devices. That clustering is a signal — repeated actions in a narrow category often indicate a systemic quality-control issue, a supplier-wide contamination, or a design defect that has propagated across product lines. This recall is roughly 12 years old; older recalls can remain relevant because many units enter resale, rental, and secondary-market channels where the original warning never reaches the end user. Always cross-check the recall number against the official agency page before relying on any summary.
Where this recall sits in the database
Of 83,949 recalls in the database, 21,198 are high severity, 58,883 moderate, and 3,868 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.
Units Affected
812 units (gallons)
Related Recalls
6
6 from same agency
Product Description
BencoDental tartar & stain remover ultrasonic cleaning solution Product Usage: Formulated especially for removal of calculus, tartar, tobacco and food stains from dentures, bridges, orthodontic appliances, etc. Use also for removal of permanent cement.
Reason for Recall
As the result of a complaint to Heraeus Kulzer's customer service department, Heraues Kulzer is recalling Benco Tartar and Stain Solution part #1010-451, lot #13121434 because it has incorrect labeling on the immediate container. While the outer carton correctly states "Benco Tartar and Stain", the immediate gallon container in which the solution is contained incorrectly states "Benco Temporary C
Details
- Recalling Firm
- Heraeus Kulzer, LLC.
- Units Affected
- 812 units (gallons)
- Distribution
- USA Nationwide Distribution in the states AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MI, MN, MO, MS, NC, ND, NE, NM, NV, OH, OK, PA, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI, WV
- Location
- South Bend, IN
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Food and Drug Administration |
| Severity class | Moderate (Class II) |
| Status | Terminated |
| Recall number | Z-1133-2014 |
| Date reported | March 12, 2014 |
| Date initiated | February 10, 2014 |
| Recalling firm | Heraeus Kulzer, LLC. |
| Units affected | 812 units (gallons) |
| Distribution | USA Nationwide Distribution in the states AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MI, MN, MO, MS, NC, ND, NE, NM, NV, OH, OK, PA, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI, WV |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Devices enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
BencoDental tartar & stain remover ultrasonic cleaning solution Product Usage: Formulated especially for removal of calculus, tartar, tobacco and food stains from dentures, bridges, orthodontic appliances, etc. Use also for removal of permanent cement.. Recalled by Heraeus Kulzer, LLC.. Units affected: 812 units (gallons).
Why was this product recalled? ▼
As the result of a complaint to Heraeus Kulzer's customer service department, Heraues Kulzer is recalling Benco Tartar and Stain Solution part #1010-451, lot #13121434 because it has incorrect labeling on the immediate container. While the outer carton correctly states "Benco Tartar and Stain", the immediate gallon container in which the solution is contained incorrectly states "Benco Temporary C
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on March 12, 2014. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-1133-2014.
Where was the recalled product distributed? ▼
Distribution: USA Nationwide Distribution in the states AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MI, MN, MO, MS, NC, ND, NE, NM, NV, OH, OK, PA, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI, WV.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (Z-1133-2014) 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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Data Sources
Source: FDA, CPSC, and NHTSA federal recall databases. This recall: FDA Devices, reported March 12, 2014.
- Source: FDA — Food and Drug Administration, openFDA Enforcement API (food, drug, and medical device recalls)
- Source: CPSC — Consumer Product Safety Commission Recalls API (consumer product recalls and hazards)
- Source: NHTSA — National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Recalls API (vehicle safety recalls)
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Source: Federal recall agencies (FDA, CPSC, NHTSA) Aggregated federal recall feeds Recall data normalized across FDA, CPSC and NHTSA feeds; severity classifications follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type).