Olympus Scientific Solutions Americas Corporation ( OSSA ) Model: VANTA Analytical X-Ray System, X-Ray Fluorescence
Class I - DangerousWhat Should You Do?
- Check if you have this product: Models : VCR and VMR.
- 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:
- Olympus Scientific Solutions Americas
- Reason for Recall:
- Instruments may, under certain specific circumstances listed below, fail to stop when a test is initiated and no sample is present (proximity shut down fails to end test).
- Classification:
- Class I - Dangerous
Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.
- Status:
- terminated
Product Information
Full Description:
Olympus Scientific Solutions Americas Corporation ( OSSA ) Model: VANTA Analytical X-Ray System, X-Ray Fluorescence
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
Models : VCR and VMR.
Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:
View on FDA.govFDA Recall Number: Z-2760-2017
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