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FDA Devices recall · Reported October 6, 2021

NAMIC Stopcocks: (1) NAMIC STOPCOCK, 200 psi (14 bar), REF 70015002, UPN H965700150021, Three-way Stopcock with Rotating Collar, Rx only, Sterile; (2) NAMIC STOPCOCK, 200 psi (14 bar), REF 70015003, UPN H965700150031, Three-Way Stopcock with Fixed Male Luer Lock, Rx only, Sterile; (3) NAMIC STOPCOCK, 200 psi (14 bar), REF 70015012, UPN H965700150121, Four-way Stopcock with Rotating Collar, Rx only, Sterile; (4) NAMIC STOPCOCK, 200 psi (14 bar), REF 70015013, UPN H965700150131, Four-

Potential for sterile barrier breach. Microscopic pinholes within the sterile pouch could potentially lead to non-sterile conditions.

Recall #
Z-2575-2021
Affected scope
816,420 manifolds and stopcocks
Initiated
August 6, 2021
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Medline Industries Inc recalled NAMIC Stopcocks: (1) NAMIC STOPCOCK, 200 psi (14 bar), REF 70015002, UPN H965700150021… - a moderate-severity action.

NAMIC Stopcocks: (1) NAMIC STOPCOCK, 200 psi (14 bar), REF 70015002, UPN H965700150021… was recalled by Medline Industries Inc in October 6, 2021. Reason: Potential for sterile barrier breach. Microscopic pinholes within the sterile pouch could potentially lead t…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-2575-2021 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

Medline Industries Inc issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-Potential for sterile barrier breach. Microscopic pinholes within the sterile pouch could potentially lead t….

Moderate
severity level
Class II
classification
October 6, 2021
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-2575-2021 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution scope (see Distribution below) 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, 6 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.

Medical Devices recalls over time

Where this recall sits in its category - 41,021 medical devices recalls on record

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Where this agency-classified recall sits among FDA Class I/II/III notices

Of 88,244 recalls with an agency hazard classification, 19,068 are high severity, 64,652 moderate, and 4,524 low. A further 16,179 CPSC/NHTSA recalls have no agency class and are excluded from this split. This recall is classified moderate severity.

Counts reflect market size and reporting activity, not inherent danger, we do not rank products by risk from raw recall volume.

Product description

NAMIC Stopcocks: (1) NAMIC STOPCOCK, 200 psi (14 bar), REF 70015002, UPN H965700150021, Three-way Stopcock with Rotating Collar, Rx only, Sterile; (2) NAMIC STOPCOCK, 200 psi (14 bar), REF 70015003, UPN H965700150031, Three-Way Stopcock with Fixed Male Luer Lock, Rx only, Sterile; (3) NAMIC STOPCOCK, 200 psi (14 bar), REF 70015012, UPN H965700150121, Four-way Stopcock with Rotating Collar, Rx only, Sterile; (4) NAMIC STOPCOCK, 200 psi (14 bar), REF 70015013, UPN H965700150131, Four-way Stopcock with Fixed Male Luer Lock, Rx only, Sterile; (5) NAMIC STOPCOCK, 200 psi (14 bar), REF 70015015, UPN H965700150151, One-way Stopcock with Collar, Rx only, Sterile; (6) NAMIC STOPCOCK, 400 psi (28 bar), REF 70035002, UPN H965700350021, Three-way Stopcock with Rotating Collar, Rx only, Sterile; (7) NAMIC STOPCOCK, 400 psi (28 bar), REF 70035003, UPN H965700350031, Three-way Stopcock with Fixed Male Luer Lock, Rx only, Sterile; (8) NAMIC STOPCOCK, 400 psi (28 bar), REF 70035008, UPN H965700350081, Three-way Stopcock with Rotating Adaptor, Rx only, Sterile; (9) NAMIC STOPCOCK, 400 psi (28 bar), REF 70035009, UPN H965700350091, Three-way Stopcock with Rotating Adaptor, Rx only, Sterile; (10) NAMIC STOPCOCK, 1050 psi (72 bar), REF 70055003, UPN H965700550031, Three-way Stopcock with Fixed Male Luer Lock, Rx only, Sterile; (11) NAMIC STOPCOCK, 1050 psi (72 bar), REF 70055008, UPN H965700550081, Three-way Stopcock with Rotating Adapter, Rx only, Sterile; (12) NAMIC STOPCOCK, 1050 psi (72 bar), REF 70055009, UPN H965700550091, Three-way Stopcock with Rotating Adaptor, Rx only, Sterile; and (13) NAMIC STOPCOCK, 1050 psi (72 bar), REF 70055017, UPN H965700550171, One-way Stopcock with Fixed Male Luer Lock, Rx only, Sterile.

Reason for recall

Potential for sterile barrier breach. Microscopic pinholes within the sterile pouch could potentially lead to non-sterile conditions.

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-2575-2021
Date reported October 6, 2021
Date initiated August 6, 2021
Recalling firm Medline Industries Inc
Firm location Northfield, IL
Affected scope 816,420 manifolds and stopcocks
Distribution Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide distribution and the countries of Canada, Australia, Japan, Latvia, Lebanon, Malaysia, Netherlands, Pakistan, People's Republic of China, Panama, Singapore, South Africa, South Korea, Thailand, and U…

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
NAMIC Stopcocks: (1) NAMIC STOPCOCK, 200 psi (14 bar), REF 70015002, UPN H965700150021, Three-way Stopcock with Rotating Collar, Rx only, Sterile; (2) NAMIC STOPCOCK, 200 psi (14 bar), REF 70015003, UPN H965700150031, Three-Way Stopcock with Fixed Male Luer Lock, Rx only, Sterile; (3) NAMIC STOPCOCK, 200 psi (14 bar), REF 70015012, UPN H965700150121, Four-way Stopcock with Rotating Collar, Rx only, Sterile; (4) NAMIC STOPCOCK, 200 psi (14 bar), REF 70015013, UPN H965700150131, Four-way Stopcock with Fixed Male Luer Lock, Rx only, Sterile; (5) NAMIC STOPCOCK, 200 psi (14 bar), REF 70015015, UPN H965700150151, One-way Stopcock with Collar, Rx only, Sterile; (6) NAMIC STOPCOCK, 400 psi (28 bar), REF 70035002, UPN H965700350021, Three-way Stopcock with Rotating Collar, Rx only, Sterile; (7) NAMIC STOPCOCK, 400 psi (28 bar), REF 70035003, UPN H965700350031, Three-way Stopcock with Fixed Male Luer Lock, Rx only, Sterile; (8) NAMIC STOPCOCK, 400 psi (28 bar), REF 70035008, UPN H965700350081, Three-way Stopcock with Rotating Adaptor, Rx only, Sterile; (9) NAMIC STOPCOCK, 400 psi (28 bar), REF 70035009, UPN H965700350091, Three-way Stopcock with Rotating Adaptor, Rx only, Sterile; (10) NAMIC STOPCOCK, 1050 psi (72 bar), REF 70055003, UPN H965700550031, Three-way Stopcock with Fixed Male Luer Lock, Rx only, Sterile; (11) NAMIC STOPCOCK, 1050 psi (72 bar), REF 70055008, UPN H965700550081, Three-way Stopcock with Rotating Adapter, Rx only, Sterile; (12) NAMIC STOPCOCK, 1050 psi (72 bar), REF 70055009, UPN H965700550091, Three-way Stopcock with Rotating Adaptor, Rx only, Sterile; and (13) NAMIC STOPCOCK, 1050 psi (72 bar), REF 70055017, UPN H965700550171, One-way Stopcock with Fixed Male Luer Lock, Rx only, Sterile.. Recalled by Medline Industries Inc. Units affected: 816,420 manifolds and stopcocks.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
Potential for sterile barrier breach. Microscopic pinholes within the sterile pouch could potentially lead to non-sterile conditions.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on October 6, 2021. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-2575-2021.
Where was the recalled product distributed? ▼
Distribution: Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide distribution and the countries of Canada, Australia, Japan, Latvia, Lebanon, Malaysia, Netherlands, Pakistan, People's Republic of China, Panama, Singapore, South Africa, South Korea, Thailand, and United Kingdom..
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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