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FDA Devices recall · Reported June 7, 2017

Nutrient Gelatin, Acumedia Part Number 7471 A Product Usage: Nutrient Gelatin is used for the differentiation of microorganisms on the basis of gelatinase production. Identifying fermentative and non-fermentative Gram-negative bacilli include testing for gelatin liquefaction. If the proteolytic enzyme gelatinase is present, gelatin is hydrolyzed and loses its gelling characteristic.

Incorrect expiration date was listed on the label. Correct expiration date was November 30, 2016. Product was labeled with expiration date of April 30, 2018.

Recall #
Z-2213-2017
Affected scope
5 units
Initiated
March 23, 2016
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Acumedia Manufacturers, Inc. recalled Nutrient Gelatin, Acumedia Part Number 7471 A Product Usage: Nutrient Gelatin is used… - a low-severity action.

Nutrient Gelatin, Acumedia Part Number 7471 A Product Usage: Nutrient Gelatin is used… was recalled by Acumedia Manufacturers, Inc. in June 7, 2017. Reason: Incorrect expiration date was listed on the label. Correct expiration date was November 30, 2016. Product was…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-2213-2017 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

Acumedia Manufacturers, Inc. issued this low-severity FDA Devices recall-Incorrect expiration date was listed on the label. Correct expiration date was November 30, 2016. Product was….

Low
severity level
5 units
affected scope
Class III
classification
June 7, 2017
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-2213-2017 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This FDA Devices action (record #Z-2213-2017) was formally reported on June 7, 2017, with the manufacturer initiating the action on March 23, 2016. It is classified under Low severity (Class III), with a current status of Terminated. Acumedia Manufacturers, Inc. is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Lansing, MI. Federal records list the affected scope as 5 units.

The documented reason for this recall is: Incorrect expiration date was listed on the label. Correct expiration date was November 30, 2016. Product was labeled with expiration date of April 30, 2018. Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Worldwide - US Nationwide in the state of ME; in the country of ECUADOR. 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 its category - 40,322 medical devices recalls on record

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Where this recall sits in the database

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Severity

Low

Affected scope

5 units

Related Recalls

6

3 from same agency

Product description

Nutrient Gelatin, Acumedia Part Number 7471 A Product Usage: Nutrient Gelatin is used for the differentiation of microorganisms on the basis of gelatinase production. Identifying fermentative and non-fermentative Gram-negative bacilli include testing for gelatin liquefaction. If the proteolytic enzyme gelatinase is present, gelatin is hydrolyzed and loses its gelling characteristic.

Reason for recall

Incorrect expiration date was listed on the label. Correct expiration date was November 30, 2016. Product was labeled with expiration date of April 30, 2018.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the FDA Devices recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Severity class Low (Class III)
Status Terminated
Recall number Z-2213-2017
Date reported June 7, 2017
Date initiated March 23, 2016
Recalling firm Acumedia Manufacturers, Inc.
Firm location Lansing, MI
Affected scope 5 units
Distribution Worldwide - US Nationwide in the state of ME; in the country of ECUADOR

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

Scale of Impact

5 units 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.

What to do with this recall

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

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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?
Nutrient Gelatin, Acumedia Part Number 7471 A Product Usage: Nutrient Gelatin is used for the differentiation of microorganisms on the basis of gelatinase production. Identifying fermentative and non-fermentative Gram-negative bacilli include testing for gelatin liquefaction. If the proteolytic enzyme gelatinase is present, gelatin is hydrolyzed and loses its gelling characteristic.. Recalled by Acumedia Manufacturers, Inc.. Units affected: 5 units.
Why was this product recalled?
Incorrect expiration date was listed on the label. Correct expiration date was November 30, 2016. Product was labeled with expiration date of April 30, 2018.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on June 7, 2017. Severity: Low. Recall number: Z-2213-2017.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Worldwide - US Nationwide in the state of ME; in the country of ECUADOR.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (Z-2213-2017) 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 June 7, 2017. 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.