Baxter recalls MiniCap Extended Life PD Transfer Sets with Twist Clamp (Part R5C4483) used in peritoneal dialysis due to potential PCB exposure risks. Affected units include all lots manufactured after H19J2:21062.
Baxter is aware of several recalls by other manufacturers related to the potential risk of exposure to non-dioxin-like (NDL) polychlorinated biphenyl acids (PCBAs) and NDL polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) when using certain peritoneal dialysis and hemodialysis devices.
Baxter is recalling a peritoneal dialysis transfer set that may expose users to PCBs, a type of chemical linked to health risks. This recall affects people using the device for peritoneal dialysis, as the chemicals could pose health risks with repeated use.
The device may contain non-dioxin-like PCBs and PCBAs, chemicals that can be released during peritoneal dialysis. These chemicals are linked to health risks with repeated exposure, though the risk level is not severe.
People using peritoneal dialysis with this specific Baxter transfer set are most at risk. The recall applies to all units manufactured after H19J21062.
Check for the part number R5C4483 on the device. The recall includes all units manufactured after H19J21062 with the UDI/DI code 00085412008783.
Look for the part number R5C4483 and UDI/DI code 00085412008783 on the device.
The recall involves potential exposure to PCBs, which are chemicals linked to health risks with repeated use, but the risk level is considered low.
Check for part number R5C4483 and UDI/DI code 00085412008783 on the device. The recall includes all units manufactured after H19J21062.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so no action is required beyond checking if you have the product.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Baxter to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0379-2025 — Baxter Baxter Hello, I own a Baxter that is covered by recall Z-0379-2025 from Baxter. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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