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FDA Devices recall · Reported April 18, 2018

Latex Rebreathing Bags: Product Code Equivalent Code (a) 151174050 151174 (b) 153000005 153000005 (c) 153000010 153000010 (d) 153000020 153000020 (e) 153000030 153000030 (f) 153000050 153000050 (g) 210700050 2107050 (h) 210700102 2107102 (I) 210700202 2107202 (j) 210700302 2107302 (k) 210700402 2107402 (l) 210700502 2107502 (m) 210700602 2107602 Product Usage: Rebreathing Bag is indicated for manual patient ventilation or in connection with anaesthesia apparatus and/or patient

These products contain latex, but the following statement is not included on any level of product packaging: Caution: This Product Contains Natural Rubber Latex Which May Cause Al…

Recall #
Z-1367-2018
Affected scope
107962 units
Initiated
March 15, 2018
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Teleflex Medical Europe Ltd recalled Latex Rebreathing Bags: Product Code Equivalent Code (a) 151174050 151174 (b) 15300000… - a moderate-severity action.

Latex Rebreathing Bags: Product Code Equivalent Code (a) 151174050 151174 (b) 15300000… was recalled by Teleflex Medical Europe Ltd in April 18, 2018. Reason: These products contain latex, but the following statement is not included on any level of product packaging: …. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-1367-2018 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

Teleflex Medical Europe Ltd issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-These products contain latex, but the following statement is not included on any level of product packaging: ….

Moderate
severity level
108K units
affected scope
Class II
classification
April 18, 2018
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-1367-2018 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This FDA Devices action (record #Z-1367-2018) was formally reported on April 18, 2018, with the manufacturer initiating the action on March 15, 2018. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. Teleflex Medical Europe Ltd is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Athlone. Federal records list the affected scope as 107962 units, a scale large enough to require multi-state distribution tracking.

The documented reason for this recall is: These products contain latex, but the following statement is not included on any level of product packaging: Caution: This Product Contains Natural Rubber Latex Which May Cause Allergic Reactions. Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: US Nationwide Distribution. 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

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

107962 units

Related Recalls

6

3 from same agency

Product description

Latex Rebreathing Bags: Product Code Equivalent Code (a) 151174050 151174 (b) 153000005 153000005 (c) 153000010 153000010 (d) 153000020 153000020 (e) 153000030 153000030 (f) 153000050 153000050 (g) 210700050 2107050 (h) 210700102 2107102 (I) 210700202 2107202 (j) 210700302 2107302 (k) 210700402 2107402 (l) 210700502 2107502 (m) 210700602 2107602 Product Usage: Rebreathing Bag is indicated for manual patient ventilation or in connection with anaesthesia apparatus and/or patient ventilators.

Reason for recall

These products contain latex, but the following statement is not included on any level of product packaging: Caution: This Product Contains Natural Rubber Latex Which May Cause Allergic Reactions.

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-1367-2018
Date reported April 18, 2018
Date initiated March 15, 2018
Recalling firm Teleflex Medical Europe Ltd
Firm location Athlone
Affected scope 107962 units
Distribution US Nationwide Distribution

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

Scale of Impact

107962 units units affected - multi-state distribution scale.

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

What to do with this recall

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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?
Latex Rebreathing Bags: Product Code Equivalent Code (a) 151174050 151174 (b) 153000005 153000005 (c) 153000010 153000010 (d) 153000020 153000020 (e) 153000030 153000030 (f) 153000050 153000050 (g) 210700050 2107050 (h) 210700102 2107102 (I) 210700202 2107202 (j) 210700302 2107302 (k) 210700402 2107402 (l) 210700502 2107502 (m) 210700602 2107602 Product Usage: Rebreathing Bag is indicated for manual patient ventilation or in connection with anaesthesia apparatus and/or patient ventilators.. Recalled by Teleflex Medical Europe Ltd. Units affected: 107962 units.
Why was this product recalled?
These products contain latex, but the following statement is not included on any level of product packaging: Caution: This Product Contains Natural Rubber Latex Which May Cause Allergic Reactions.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on April 18, 2018. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-1367-2018.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: US Nationwide Distribution.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (Z-1367-2018) 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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