FDA Recall Terminated

Powder Free Latex , Non-sterile Medical Exam Gloves Cat #s: 22401 22402 22403 and 22404

Recall: Z-0909-06 · Initiated April 10, 2006

Recall

Recall Number
Z-0909-06
Event Number
35247
Firm
Gulf South Medical Supply Inc
FEI Number
3003119579
Product Code
LYY
Status
Terminated
Root Cause
Other
Initiated
April 10, 2006
Posted
May 25, 2006
Terminated
March 7, 2007
Address
4345 Southpoint Blvd, Jacksonville, FL, 32216-8013

Description

Powder Free Latex , Non-sterile Medical Exam Gloves Cat #s: 22401 22402 22403 and 22404

Reason

FDA's laboratory analysis found holes in the gloves that exceeded the allowable limit. Gloves with holes compromise the integrity of the latex barrier and have the potential to allow hazardous substances to come into contact with the user's skin.

Action

The recall is being conducted to the user level. All consignees will be notified by US postal Service letter dated April 10, 2006, first class mail, followed by a phone call. They will be instructed to check their inventory for the lot number of the recalled gloves. Customers who have the product on hand should call the firm at 904-332-4141 to make arrangement for pick up and replacement of the product.

Distribution

Distributed throughout the following states: PA, VA, MD, NJ, DE, NY, NH, WV, AZ and FL.

Quantity

815 cases, 100ea per box, 10 bx per case.