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Reported: March 19, 2014 Initiated: February 6, 2014 #Z-1178-2014 130 items units

Lin-Zhi International Inc issued this FDA Devices recall on March 19, 2014. Classified as Moderate severity (Class II). Approximately 130 items units are affected. The recall was issued because: Product catalog #s 0007c Cannabinoid 37.5 ng/mL Control Level 1 and 0008c Cannabinoid 62.5 Control Level 2 of the lots…. This recall notice is sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Below you will find the complete product description, hazard information, remedy instructions, and related recalls from the same manufacturer or product category.

Recall Insight

This FDA Devices action (record #Z-1178-2014) was formally reported on March 19, 2014, with the manufacturer initiating the action on February 6, 2014. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. Lin-Zhi International Inc is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Sunnyvale, CA. Federal records indicate 130 items units are affected.

The documented reason for this recall is: Product catalog #s 0007c Cannabinoid 37.5 ng/mL Control Level 1 and 0008c Cannabinoid 62.5 Control Level 2 of the lots mentioned may give decreased concentration readings towards the end of their shelf life due to use… Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: US Distribution including the states of SC, NC, LA, FL, TX,, AL and GA and Internationally to Germany.. 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, NHTSA and USDA FSIS 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.

Recall Distribution by Severity Class

Severity1Class I (Critical)Class II (Moderate)Class III (Low)
Recall Distribution by Severity Class

Severity

Moderate

Units Affected

130 items

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product Description

Cannabinoids DAU Calibrator Control Level 1 (37.5 ng/mL) This solution is prepared from non-sterile urine and should be handled as potentially infectious. IVD; The Cannabinoids (cTHC also known as THC version c) DAU negative and positive controls are human urine-based liquids and ready to use. The constituent is a processed drug-free human urine matrix, containing buffers, stabilizers, and less than 0.09 % of sodium azide. The controls are prepared by spiking known concentrations of 11-nor-9-THC-9-COOH into the drug-free matrix. cTHC is referenced as an abbreviation for 11-nor-9-THC-9-COOH and it may be referred to simply as THC in the text of this report. The controls contain 37.5 ng/mL and 62.5 ng/mL of cTHC,¿ 10% by GC/MS or LC/MS analysis. Lin Zhi International inc. Sunnyvale, CA 94085 The Cannabinoid Drug of Abuse (DAU) negative and positive controls are used as assay quality control material to monitor the precision of the Lin-Zhi International, Inc. (LZI) Cannabinoid Enzyme Immunoassay (Ref # 0070c) on a number of automated clinical chemistry analyzers.

Reason for Recall

Product catalog #s 0007c Cannabinoid 37.5 ng/mL Control Level 1 and 0008c Cannabinoid 62.5 Control Level 2 of the lots mentioned may give decreased concentration readings towards the end of their shelf life due to use of dated but unexpired secondary stock used to create the products.

Details

Recalling Firm
Lin-Zhi International Inc
Units Affected
130 items
Distribution
US Distribution including the states of SC, NC, LA, FL, TX,, AL and GA and Internationally to Germany.
Location
Sunnyvale, CA

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 Terminated
Recall number Z-1178-2014
Date reported March 19, 2014
Date initiated February 6, 2014
Recalling firm Lin-Zhi International Inc
Units affected 130 items
Distribution US Distribution including the states of SC, NC, LA, FL, TX,, AL and GA and Internationally to Germany.

Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Devices enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

Scale of Impact

130 items units affected — limited or regional distribution scale.

Regional (<10K units) ✓ This recall
Multi-state (10K – 100K units)
Large-scale (100K – 1M units)
Massive (≥1M units)

Bracket cutoffs follow federal recall-disclosure conventions; bar widths scale linearly within each bracket. Source: PlainRecalls analysis of U.S. Food and Drug Administration filings.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Cannabinoids DAU Calibrator Control Level 1 (37.5 ng/mL) This solution is prepared from non-sterile urine and should be handled as potentially infectious. IVD; The Cannabinoids (cTHC also known as THC version c) DAU negative and positive controls are human urine-based liquids and ready to use. The constituent is a processed drug-free human urine matrix, containing buffers, stabilizers, and less than 0.09 % of sodium azide. The controls are prepared by spiking known concentrations of 11-nor-9-THC-9-COOH into the drug-free matrix. cTHC is referenced as an abbreviation for 11-nor-9-THC-9-COOH and it may be referred to simply as THC in the text of this report. The controls contain 37.5 ng/mL and 62.5 ng/mL of cTHC,¿ 10% by GC/MS or LC/MS analysis. Lin Zhi International inc. Sunnyvale, CA 94085 The Cannabinoid Drug of Abuse (DAU) negative and positive controls are used as assay quality control material to monitor the precision of the Lin-Zhi International, Inc. (LZI) Cannabinoid Enzyme Immunoassay (Ref # 0070c) on a number of automated clinical chemistry analyzers.. Recalled by Lin-Zhi International Inc. Units affected: 130 items.
Why was this product recalled?
Product catalog #s 0007c Cannabinoid 37.5 ng/mL Control Level 1 and 0008c Cannabinoid 62.5 Control Level 2 of the lots mentioned may give decreased concentration readings towards the end of their shelf life due to use of dated but unexpired secondary stock used to create the products.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on March 19, 2014. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-1178-2014.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: US Distribution including the states of SC, NC, LA, FL, TX,, AL and GA and Internationally to Germany..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (Z-1178-2014) 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.

Recall Context

Product recalls are issued when a manufacturer, distributor, or federal agency determines that a product poses a safety risk to consumers. This recall is classified as moderate severity, indicating the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences. Across PlainRecalls, we track 83,000+ recalls from FDA, CPSC, and NHTSA to help consumers stay informed and act quickly when safety issues arise.

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Data Sources

Data as of 2025. Source: FDA, CPSC, NHTSA, USDA FSIS federal recall databases.

  • 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)
  • Source: USDA FSIS — Food Safety and Inspection Service (meat, poultry, and egg product recalls)

Recall information is sourced from official federal agency databases. Always verify recall details with the issuing agency for the most current status. This information is for research and awareness purposes only.

All federal data sources used on this page

Source: Federal recall agencies (FDA, CPSC, NHTSA, USDA FSIS) Aggregated multi-agency recall feeds · 2024 Recall data normalized across federal agency feeds; severity classifications follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC, NHTSA, USDA FSIS).