RecallDepth

Histochemical PAS (Periodic Acid Schiff) Reaction Set. in vitro diagnostic. Product size configuration: Set of 4 bottles including Schiff Reagent 225mL, Light Green SF Yellowish Stain 225mL, Sodium Carbonate Solution 225mL, and Periodic Acid Solution 225mL. Each kit provides reagents sufficient for a maximum of 100 tests.

This recall has been terminated (originally issued December 27, 2006).

Company
Emd Chemicals Inc
Recall Initiated
July 25, 2006
Posted
December 27, 2006
Terminated
October 6, 2008
Recall Number
Z-0305-2007
Quantity
74 kits
Firm Location
Gibbstown, NJ
Official Source
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Reason for Recall

Due to loose caps, the SO2 levels dropped significantly from release levels causing the product not to perform properly.

Distribution

Nationwide.

Lot / Code Info

Item Number 64945/93 Lot # 5341, Exp. Date: May 31, 2007.

Root Cause

Other

Action Taken

On July 27, 2006 EMD contacted its direct account customers via letter. The firm requested discontinue use of the product and contact EMD for return.

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