RecallDepth

Ansell, Derma Prene Ultra, Powder-Free, Smooth Surgical Gloves, REF 8515, Size 7 1/2, 4 boxes of 50, Sterile, Distributed by Ansell Healthcare, 1635 Industrial Road, Dothan, AL, 36303, USA, Made in Sri Lanka. The device is made of synthetic rubber and is intended to be worn by operating room personnel to protect a surgical wound from contamination and for use in handling chemotherapy drugs.

This recall has been terminated (originally issued July 24, 2009).

Company
Ansell Healthcare Products Llc
Recall Initiated
May 1, 2009
Posted
July 24, 2009
Terminated
April 12, 2010
Recall Number
Z-1586-2009
Quantity
560,000 total units--all lots.
Firm Location
Dothan, AL
Official Source
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Reason for Recall

Premature degradation which could result in tearing during use.

Distribution

Nationwide Distribution and Canada.

Lot / Code Info

Lot Numbers: 0810003405, 0810014405, 0810007905 and 0810015805.

Root Cause

Process control

Action Taken

The firm initiated the recall on May 1, 2009 by letter to Health Canada and by letter dated May 4, 2009 to its US and Canadian consignees. The letters described the affected product, issue and actions for customers. The recall was extended to the hospital and clinic level requesting that the product be returned. Direct questions to your Ansell Healthcare Products LLC representative.

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