Baxter recalls MiniCap Extended Life PD Transfer Sets with Twist Clamp (T5C4482) used in peritoneal dialysis due to potential PCB exposure. Affected units include all lots manufactured after H20F09053.
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 MiniCap Extended Life PD Transfer Sets with Twist Clamp (Part Number T5C:4482) used in peritoneal dialysis because they may expose users to PCBs. This recall is due to potential exposure to non-dioxin-like PCBs during dialysis procedures.
The device may expose users to non-dioxin-like PCBs (polychlorinated biphenyls) during peritoneal dialysis procedures. These chemicals are known to be harmful, but the specific risk level isn't clearly defined in the recall notice.
People using peritoneal dialysis with this specific Baxter MiniCap set are affected. Those with peritoneal dialysis equipment that uses this model are most at risk.
Check for the part number T5C4482 on the device. The product was sold with the UDI/DI 04987456422890 and manufactured after H20F09053.
Look for the part number T5C4482 and UDI/DI 04987456422890 on the device label.
The recall states there is a potential risk of exposure to PCBs, but the exact risk level isn't specified in the notice.
The recall does not provide a specific remedy, so no action is required beyond checking if you have the affected model.
Check for the part number T5C4482 and UDI/DI 04987456422890 on the device label. The product was manufactured after H20F09053.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Baxter to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0381-2025 — Baxter Baxter Hello, I own a Baxter that is covered by recall Z-0381-2025 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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