Recall Z-3045-2011

Steris Corporation · initiated March 16, 2011

Terminated

Product

Verify SixCess Indicator Strips, Model #: PCC005, PCC006, PCC007, PCC008, PCC031, PCC033, PCC034, PCC037 & PCC038, Mfr. By: Albert Browne, LTD, Chancery House 190 Waterside Rd. Hamilton Industrial Park, Leicester, Leicester, LE5QZ, United Kingdom. Verify SixCess Indicator Strips are used to confirm that the parameters of sterilization have been reached within packs, pouches and wrapped items processed through a steam sterilization process. Each indicator strip is specific to a sterilization temperature and type (i.e. 250F 30 minute Gravity Cycle).

Codes / lots: Model #: PCC005, PCC006, PCC007, PCC008, PCC031, PCC033, PCC034, PCC037 & PCC038,

Reason for recall

During an inspection the firm was notified that language contained in labeling and promotional literature directs Customers that the products can be used to replace biological indicators and/or release loads containing implants.

FDA-determined cause: Labeling False and Misleading

Action taken

STERIS sent a Customer Notification letter dated March 16, 2010, to all affected customers. The letter identified the product, the problem, and the action to be taken by the customer. Customers were instructed to review and follow the Challenge Packs' revised instructions for use enclosed as Attachment A (270-4) and Attachment B (275F 3). For any questions regarding this recall customers were instructed to contact their STERIS Account Manager or call 440-392-7421.

Details

Recall number
Z-3045-2011
Initiated
March 16, 2011
Posted by FDA
August 22, 2011
Terminated
March 19, 2013
Product code
JOJ – Indicator, Physical/Chemical Sterilization Process
Quantity
2,500 (one per customer)
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution - USA (nationwide) and the countries of Lebanon and Qatar.
Recalling firm
Steris Corporation, Mentor, OH

Official FDA recall record

Other products in the same recall event

RecallProductInitiated
Z-3046-2011 Verify SixCess Challenge Pack, Model #'s: LCC003, LCC005, LCC014 & LCC310, Mfr. By:…During an inspection the firm was notified that language contained in labeling and promotional literature… 03/16/2011Terminated