CareFusion 213, LLC recalls BD ChloraPrep Clear, 2% w/v chlorhexidine gluconate (CHG) and 70% v/v isopropyl alcohol (IPA) Sterile Solution, 0.03mL (
Recalled September 27, 2023 · FDA recall D-1168-2023 · CareFusion 213
Hazard
Stability data does not support expiry: Shelf-life of the impacted lots of BD ChloraPrep" Clear 1 mL Applicator cannot be substantiated beyond 12-months although labeled with 36-month expiry. Stability studies indicate that the impacted lots, if stored at 30¿C/75% relative humidity continuously beyond 12 months, may exhibit growth of Aspergillus penicillioides. · FDA Class II
Units
398,160 cartons
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Distributed nationwide to 100 consignees. Please refer to consignee list.
Description
Stability data does not support expiry: Shelf-life of the impacted lots of BD ChloraPrep" Clear 1 mL Applicator cannot be substantiated beyond 12-months although labeled with 36-month expiry. Stability studies indicate that the impacted lots, if stored at 30¿C/75% relative humidity continuously beyond 12 months, may exhibit growth of Aspergillus penicillioides.
Product
BD ChloraPrep Clear, 2% w/v chlorhexidine gluconate (CHG) and 70% v/v isopropyl alcohol (IPA) Sterile Solution, 0.03mL (1 ml) each, 60 applicators in carton, applicator is sterile if package is intact. CareFusion 213, LLC, El Paso, TX 79912, subsidiary of Becton, Dickinson and Co., NDC 54365-400-31 REF 930480 Product is packaged in the following manner: There is one (1) sterile applicator (sponge) per pouch. Each inner carton contains sixty (60) pouches. There are four (4) inner cartons per shipping case (total of 240 pouches per case).
Manufacturer(s)
CareFusion 213, LLC
Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Official recall notice on fda.gov →