FDA Recall Terminated

STERRAD 50 Sterilization System, Product Code: 10050 The STERRAD 50 Sterilization System is a general purpose, low temperature sterilizer which uses the STERRAD 50 process to inactivate microorganisms on a broad range of medical devices and surgical instruments.

Recall: Z-0745-2014 · Initiated December 16, 2013

Recall

Recall Number
Z-0745-2014
Event Number
67043
Firm
Advanced Sterilization Products
FEI Number
3003662624
Product Code
FLF
Status
Terminated
Root Cause
Under Investigation by firm
Initiated
December 16, 2013
Posted
January 14, 2014
Terminated
March 27, 2014
Address
33 Technology Dr, Irvine, CA, 92618-2346

Description

STERRAD 50 Sterilization System, Product Code: 10050 The STERRAD 50 Sterilization System is a general purpose, low temperature sterilizer which uses the STERRAD 50 process to inactivate microorganisms on a broad range of medical devices and surgical instruments.

Reason

Advanced Sterilization Products (ASP) is recalling the STERRAD NX, STERRAD 50, and STERRAD 100S Sterilization Systems because some healthcare workers detected odors or smells possibly emanating from STERRAD Systems.

Action

Advanced Sterilization Products (ASP) sent an Urgent Medical Device Field Safety Notification dated December 16, 2013, to all affected customers. The letter identified the product, the problem, and the action to be taken by the customer. Customers were instructed to complete and return the customer response forms. Customers with questions were also instructed to contact ASP Professional Services directly at (888) 783-7723 and select option number 2. For questions regarding this recall call 949-453-6400.

Distribution

Nationwide Distribution

Quantity

233 units