Recall Z-1203-2009
Hamilton Co · initiated December 1, 2008
Product
300 microliter CO-RE tips for use with Microlab STAR series instruments, Part Number 235902, 5,760 tips per case, manufactured by Hamilton Company, Reno, NV. The products are a disposable product that are used with the Microlab STAR series instruments, which are microtiter diluting and dispensing devices.
Codes / lots: Lot Number: 2873900.
Reason for recall
Some tips may be occluded and are unable to aspirate or dispense liquid.
FDA-determined cause: Process control
Action taken
An "Urgent: Product Recall Letter" dated December 1, 2008 was issued to consignees via certified mail and e-mail. The letter described the problem and potential effects of use. Consignees were instructed to complete the enclosed "Hamilton Company Product Recall Questionnaire" and return it via e-mail or fax (775-856-7259) to the Hamilton Company. After receipt of the completed questionnaire, the firm's Customer Service Department will contact consignees to provide Returned Material Authorization information for returning affected product. Direct questions to the Hamilton Company at 775-858-3000, ext. 236.
Details
- Recall number
- Z-1203-2009
- Initiated
- December 1, 2008
- Posted by FDA
- April 17, 2009
- Terminated
- July 21, 2009
- Product code
- JTC – Device, Microtiter Diluting/Dispensing
- Quantity
- 28 cases
- Distribution
- Nationwide Distribution -- MA, CA, MN, CT, and NC.
- Recalling firm
- Hamilton Co, Reno, NV