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FDA Devices Moderate Class II Terminated

Dual Chamber Container fill with gravity/attached transfer sets, 250 mL / 1250 mL, 300 mL / 1700 mL, 500 mL / 2500 mL, 500 mL / 3500 mL

Reported: August 3, 2016 Initiated: June 23, 2016 #Z-2263-2016

Product Description

Dual Chamber Container fill with gravity/attached transfer sets, 250 mL / 1250 mL, 300 mL / 1700 mL, 500 mL / 2500 mL, 500 mL / 3500 mL

Reason for Recall

An issue was identified after a redesign of the auto compounding device. The compounder cannot meet the designed accuracy specification when dispensing into bags. After reviewing the initial design of the device, it was determined the dispensing volume validation was not properly done and none of the compounders on the market can meet the stated specifications.

Details

Recalling Firm
The Metrix Company
Units Affected
18,474 case
Distribution
Product distributed to medical facilities in the following US states: AL, AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, IA, IL, KS, LA, MA, MD, MN, NC, OH, PA, PR, TN, TX, UT, and WA. Product was also distributed internationally to the following countries: Australia, Canada, Dominican Republic, Malaysia, Turkey, and United Kingdom
Location
Dubuque, IA

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Dual Chamber Container fill with gravity/attached transfer sets, 250 mL / 1250 mL, 300 mL / 1700 mL, 500 mL / 2500 mL, 500 mL / 3500 mL. Recalled by The Metrix Company. Units affected: 18,474 case.
Why was this product recalled?
An issue was identified after a redesign of the auto compounding device. The compounder cannot meet the designed accuracy specification when dispensing into bags. After reviewing the initial design of the device, it was determined the dispensing volume validation was not properly done and none of the compounders on the market can meet the stated specifications.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on August 3, 2016. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-2263-2016.