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FDA Devices Moderate Class II Ongoing

3M Attest Super Rapid Readout Biological Indicator, REF 1492V; used to qualify or monitor dynamic-air-removal steam sterilization cycles

Reported: October 4, 2023 Initiated: August 22, 2023 #Z-2637-2023

Product Description

3M Attest Super Rapid Readout Biological Indicator, REF 1492V; used to qualify or monitor dynamic-air-removal steam sterilization cycles

Reason for Recall

Specific lots of 3M Attest Super Rapid Readout Biological Indicators (1492V), 3M Attest Super Rapid 5 Steam-Plus Challenge (41482V, 41482VF), and 3M Attest Super Rapid Readout Steam Challenge (1496V) may contain biological indicators with a cap that melts, deforms and/or cracks following a steam sterilization cycle of 132¿C and 135¿C.

Details

Units Affected
79500 devices
Distribution
Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide and the countries of Argentina, Australia, Belgium, Canada, China, Colombia, Hong Kong, Italy, Japan, Peru, Poland, South Korea, Spain, Taiwan.
Location
Saint Paul, MN

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
3M Attest Super Rapid Readout Biological Indicator, REF 1492V; used to qualify or monitor dynamic-air-removal steam sterilization cycles. Recalled by 3M Company - Health Care Business. Units affected: 79500 devices.
Why was this product recalled?
Specific lots of 3M Attest Super Rapid Readout Biological Indicators (1492V), 3M Attest Super Rapid 5 Steam-Plus Challenge (41482V, 41482VF), and 3M Attest Super Rapid Readout Steam Challenge (1496V) may contain biological indicators with a cap that melts, deforms and/or cracks following a steam sterilization cycle of 132¿C and 135¿C.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on October 4, 2023. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-2637-2023.