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FDA Devices recall · Reported September 12, 2012

100 ft roll of tubing inside a cardboard box. Medical devices are sealed into the tubes prior to ethylene oxide sterilization. Tube maintains sterility of the enclosed medical devices until opened.

On 7/20/2012 the firm became aware that a lot of tubing was distributed by the supplier after it was rejected by Steris due to failing process indicators.

Recall #
Z-2325-2012
Affected scope
77 packs
Initiated
August 2, 2012
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Steris Corporation recalled 100 ft roll of tubing inside a cardboard box. Medical devices are sealed into the tubes p… - a low-severity action.

100 ft roll of tubing inside a cardboard box. Medical devices are sealed into the tubes p… was recalled by Steris Corporation in September 12, 2012. Reason: On 7/20/2012 the firm became aware that a lot of tubing was distributed by the supplier after it was rejected…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-2325-2012 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

Steris Corporation issued this low-severity FDA Devices recall-On 7/20/2012 the firm became aware that a lot of tubing was distributed by the supplier after it was rejected….

Low
severity level
Class III
classification
September 12, 2012
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-2325-2012 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This FDA Devices action (record #Z-2325-2012) was formally reported on September 12, 2012, with the manufacturer initiating the action on August 2, 2012. It is classified under Low severity (Class III), with a current status of Terminated. Steris Corporation is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Mentor, OH. Federal records list the affected scope as 77 packs.

The documented reason for this recall is: On 7/20/2012 the firm became aware that a lot of tubing was distributed by the supplier after it was rejected by Steris due to failing process indicators. Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Worldwide Distribution--USA (nationwide) including the states of AL, AZ, CA, FL, IL, IN, KY, LA, MO, MS, NJ, OH, PA, SD, TX, and VA., and the countries of Japan, Peru, and Suriname.. 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

Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified low severity.

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Severity

Low

Affected scope

77 packs

Related Recalls

6

3 from same agency

Product description

100 ft roll of tubing inside a cardboard box. Medical devices are sealed into the tubes prior to ethylene oxide sterilization. Tube maintains sterility of the enclosed medical devices until opened.

Reason for recall

On 7/20/2012 the firm became aware that a lot of tubing was distributed by the supplier after it was rejected by Steris due to failing process indicators.

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-2325-2012
Date reported September 12, 2012
Date initiated August 2, 2012
Recalling firm Steris Corporation
Firm location Mentor, OH
Affected scope 77 packs
Distribution Worldwide Distribution--USA (nationwide) including the states of AL, AZ, CA, FL, IL, IN, KY, LA, MO, MS, NJ, OH, PA, SD, TX, and VA., and the countries of Japan, Peru, and Suriname.

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

What to do with this recall

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

  • Check the recall number (Z-2325-2012) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
  • Confirm the current status with FDA Devices before acting, recall details can be updated.
  • 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?
100 ft roll of tubing inside a cardboard box. Medical devices are sealed into the tubes prior to ethylene oxide sterilization. Tube maintains sterility of the enclosed medical devices until opened.. Recalled by Steris Corporation. Units affected: 77 packs.
Why was this product recalled?
On 7/20/2012 the firm became aware that a lot of tubing was distributed by the supplier after it was rejected by Steris due to failing process indicators.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on September 12, 2012. Severity: Low. Recall number: Z-2325-2012.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Worldwide Distribution--USA (nationwide) including the states of AL, AZ, CA, FL, IL, IN, KY, LA, MO, MS, NJ, OH, PA, SD, TX, and VA., and the countries of Japan, Peru, and Suriname..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (Z-2325-2012) 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 September 12, 2012. 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.