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Cardinal Health recalls Needle Counters; 11.5 x 6.5 x 3.3 cm; 20 Count/40 Capacity; Sterile; Removable Numbered Foam Block; Adhesive Area (Cat.
Recalled April 3, 2013 · FDA recall Z-0978-2013 · Cardinal Health
Hazard
Small holes (approximately 1 mm or less) found in device unit level packaging potentially compromising product sterility. · FDA Class II
Units
Cat. No. 3FA40SSA: 23,952; Cat. No. 3FM40SSA: 140,736
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Worldwide Distribution - USA (Nationwide) and the countried of Australia, Canada and Japan.
Description
Small holes (approximately 1 mm or less) found in device unit level packaging potentially compromising product sterility.
Product
Needle Counters; 11.5 x 6.5 x 3.3 cm; 20 Count/40 Capacity; Sterile; Removable Numbered Foam Block; Adhesive Area (Cat. No. 3FA40SSA) Needle Counters; 11.5 x 6.5 x 3.3 cm; 20 Count/40 Capacity; Sterile; Removable Numbered Foam Block; Magnetic Area (Cat. No. 3FM40SSA) Product Usage: Disposal system for counting of used surgical blades and needles.
Manufacturer(s)
Cardinal Health
Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Official recall notice on fda.gov →