FLEX. BIOPSY FORCEPS 5FR WL 550MM, Product Number 829.051

Class I - Dangerous

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    UDI/DI: 04055207009635; Lot Numbers: 4500377840, 4500377840, 4500377840, 4500376297, 4500371970, 4500363663, 4500363098, 4500361404, 4500353562, 4500349168, 4500347747, 4500338560, 4500333999
  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:
Richard Wolf GmbH
Reason for Recall:
Potentially unable to open forceps jaws when the endoscope shaft is bent by about 90 degrees. If, in addition, the proximal forceps shaft is bent, the forceps can no longer be opened or restrictions begin even with a slight bending of the endoscope.
Classification:
Class I - Dangerous

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

Status:
ongoing

Product Information

Full Description:

FLEX. BIOPSY FORCEPS 5FR WL 550MM, Product Number 829.051

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

UDI/DI: 04055207009635; Lot Numbers: 4500377840, 4500377840, 4500377840, 4500376297, 4500371970, 4500363663, 4500363098, 4500361404, 4500353562, 4500349168, 4500347747, 4500338560, 4500333999

Official Source

Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:

View on FDA.gov

FDA Recall Number: Z-1423-2023

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