Richard-Allan Scientific Paraffin Type 3 For in vitro diagnostic use. For use as an infiltration and embedding medium in histology. Thermo Scientific" Richard-Allan Scientific" Type 1, Type 3, Type 6, and Type 9 Paraffin is specifically designed for tissue processing and embedding of histological and cytological specimens. The product is a white solid at room temperature and a clear, colorless liquid when molten. The paraffin is highly quality controlled and can be used with both open and closed tissue processors. It is also compatible with all embedding centers and manual embedding techniques. The paraffin should be stored in a cool, dry place
Class I - DangerousWhat Should You Do?
- Check if you have this product: Product code: 8335 and lot code: 348248
- 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:
- Richard-Allan Scientific Company
- Reason for Recall:
- Multiple complaints were received from customers indicating that they ordered product 8335(Type 3 Paraffin) but when they opened the box, they found product 8336 (Type 6 Paraffin) inside.
- Classification:
- Class I - Dangerous
Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.
- Status:
- terminated
Product Information
Full Description:
Richard-Allan Scientific Paraffin Type 3 For in vitro diagnostic use. For use as an infiltration and embedding medium in histology. Thermo Scientific" Richard-Allan Scientific" Type 1, Type 3, Type 6, and Type 9 Paraffin is specifically designed for tissue processing and embedding of histological and cytological specimens. The product is a white solid at room temperature and a clear, colorless liquid when molten. The paraffin is highly quality controlled and can be used with both open and closed tissue processors. It is also compatible with all embedding centers and manual embedding techniques. The paraffin should be stored in a cool, dry place
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
Product code: 8335 and lot code: 348248
Distribution:
Distributed in: AZ, CA, FL, GA, IL, MI, MN, NM, NY, OH, TX, UT
Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:
View on FDA.govFDA Recall Number: Z-1319-2016
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