Southmedic Sterile Disposable Scalpel Rx only Scalpels are intended to be used in various medical procedures for preparation, scraping and/or cutting of tissue.
- Company
- Southmedic, Inc.
- Recall Initiated
- November 6, 2017
- Terminated
- April 2, 2020
- Recall Number
- Z-1892-2018
- Quantity
- 3,300 scalpels
- Firm Location
- Barrie Canada
Reason for Recall
Scalpels lot contains non-sterile products labeled as sterile.
Distribution
US Distribution to the states of : IA, IL, NE, NY and TX
Lot / Code Info
Part Number 73-0115 Lot Number 092517
Root Cause
Process control
Action Taken
On November 6th, 2017 , Southmedic sent notification to all their customers stating that: Southmedic Inc. is conducting a voluntary recall of a specific lot number of the Southmedic Sterile Disposable Scalpel (73-0115) Lot#: 092517 due to an incorrect sterility status having been identified on the label. This may result in non-sterile products being labeled as sterile. After checking your inventory, please complete the attached Voluntary Recall Notification Confirmation Form and fax to (705) 728 9537. We apologize for any inconvenience this action may cause. Your immediate attention is appreciated. We apologize for any inconvenience this action may cause. Your immediate attention is appreciated. For product return questions please contact Customer Service at (800) 463- 7146 ext 307.