Blood Culture Prep Kit II containing 1 FREPP (70% isopropyl alcohol), Net 1.1 mL and 1 SEPP (iodine tincture 2% USP), Net 0.67 mL per kit, packaged in 20-count kits per carton, Cat. No 260307, NDC 54365-200-99, CareFusion, Leawood, KS 66211.
Class I - DangerousWhat Should You Do?
- Check if you have this product: All lots with expiry between 12/11 to 10/15.
- Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
- Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
- Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
- Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.
⚠️ Emergency: If you experience severe symptoms after consuming this product, call 911 or Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222.
Recall Details
- Company:
- CareFusion 213, LLC
- Reason for Recall:
- Labeling: Not Elsewhere Classified: This product is misbranded because the product is not sterile and the labeling is misleading in relation to sterility claims.
- Classification:
- Class I - Dangerous
Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.
- Status:
- terminated
Product Information
Full Description:
Blood Culture Prep Kit II containing 1 FREPP (70% isopropyl alcohol), Net 1.1 mL and 1 SEPP (iodine tincture 2% USP), Net 0.67 mL per kit, packaged in 20-count kits per carton, Cat. No 260307, NDC 54365-200-99, CareFusion, Leawood, KS 66211.
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
All lots with expiry between 12/11 to 10/15.
Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:
View on FDA.govFDA Recall Number: D-227-2013
Related Recalls
Lack of Assurance of Sterility: The affected product may exhibit an open seal on the packaging of the applicator.
Non-Sterility: contamination of Aspergillus penicillioides, due to breach in package lidding.
Stability data does not support expiry: Shelf-life of the impacted lots of BD ChloraPrep" Clear 1 mL Applicator cannot be substantiated beyond 12-months although labeled with 36-month expiry. Stability studies indicate that the impacted lots, if stored at 30¿C/75% relative humidity continuously beyond 12 months, may exhibit growth of Aspergillus penicillioides.