Evolve Cell Culture Bags, part numbers: EV1000N and EV3000N The Evolve bag is made of Ethyl Vinyl Olefin (EVO) and contains no BPA or latex. The bag can be supplied with tubing sets that can include, but are not limited to, the following components: EVA/PVC coextruded tubing, PVC tubing, Yconnectors, needle-free valves, female luers, male luers and/or caps

Class I - Dangerous

What Should You Do?

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  2. Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
  3. Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
  4. Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
  5. 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:
OriGen Biomedical, Inc.
Reason for Recall:
It was identified that tissue culture bags were incorrectly labeled as free of phthalates.
Classification:
Class I - Dangerous

Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.

Status:
terminated

Product Information

Full Description:

Evolve Cell Culture Bags, part numbers: EV1000N and EV3000N The Evolve bag is made of Ethyl Vinyl Olefin (EVO) and contains no BPA or latex. The bag can be supplied with tubing sets that can include, but are not limited to, the following components: EVA/PVC coextruded tubing, PVC tubing, Yconnectors, needle-free valves, female luers, male luers and/or caps

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

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Distribution:

Distributed in: US, TX, LA, IA, NC, OH, NY, MA, MD, IL, PA, CA, KS, TN, RI, OR, FL, NJ, CT

Official Source

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FDA Recall Number: Z-1409-2021

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