VACUETTE Tube 2ml 9NC Coagulation Sodium Citrate 3.2%. Item no. 454322. Lot no. B1908355.
Class I - DangerousWhat Should You Do?
- Check if you have this product: Item no. 454322. Lot no. B1908355. DI no. (01)29120017574488 (17) 200809 (10)B1908355.
- 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.
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Recall Details
- Company:
- Greiner Bio-One North America, Inc.
- Reason for Recall:
- Concerned lot of VACETTE 2mL 9NC Coagulation Tubes were shown to have inconsistent amounts of the 2.3% sodium citrate.
- Classification:
- Class I - Dangerous
Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.
- Status:
- terminated
Product Information
Full Description:
VACUETTE Tube 2ml 9NC Coagulation Sodium Citrate 3.2%. Item no. 454322. Lot no. B1908355.
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
Item no. 454322. Lot no. B1908355. DI no. (01)29120017574488 (17) 200809 (10)B1908355.
Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:
View on FDA.govFDA Recall Number: Z-1714-2020
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