Alcon Custom-Pak Surgical Packs Labeled Latex-Free But Contain Latex
Alcon recalls surgical procedure packs labeled 'latex free' that actually contain latex gloves. This could cause allergic reactions in sensitive users. Check product details to see if you have the affected items.
Lower-risk recall
Custom surgical procedure packs contain latex gloves but are labeled as "latex free".
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What happened, in plain English
Alcon is recalling surgical procedure packs labeled as 'latex free' that actually contain latex gloves. This poses a risk of allergic reactions for people sensitive to latex. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/57362-alcon-custom-pak-surgical-packs-labeled-latex-free-but-contain.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/57362-alcon-custom-pak-surgical-packs-labeled-latex-free-but-contain · Updated August 17, 2026 · FDA enforcement record: FDA #Z-0260-2024
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“Alcon Custom-Pak Surgical Packs Labeled Latex-Free But Contain Latex.” GovInfoNow, updated August 17, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/57362-alcon-custom-pak-surgical-packs-labeled-latex-free-but-contain. Based on FDA recall #Z-0260-2024 (https://api.fda.gov/device/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22Z-0260-2024%22&limit=1).
Why it’s dangerous
The packs are labeled 'latex free' but contain latex gloves. This can cause allergic reactions in individuals sensitive to latex, which may lead to skin irritation or more severe reactions.
Who’s affected
People who use these surgical packs for eye procedures, especially those with latex allergies. Medical professionals and patients undergoing cataract surgery are most at risk.
How to tell if you have this one
Check for the product name 'Alcon Custom-Pak, Surgical Procedure Pack REF 14057-09' with lot number 160NMU. These were sold near Virginia Eye Surgery Centers starting in 2023.
- Brand
Alcon- Product
Alcon Research, LLC recalls Alcon Custom-Pak, Surgical Procedure Pack REF 14057-09, 45K W/DUOVISC CATARACT, N VIRGINIA EYE SURG CTR- Category
Medical device
What to do — step by step
Check Product Details
Look for the product name and lot number on the packaging to confirm if it's affected.
Where it went and when
Where it was distributed
Distributed in Virginia.
FDA distribution: “US: VA OUS: None” States read from FDA’s own wording; “not listed” means the notice does not name it.
States: Virginia.
Recall timeline
FDA published this recall 2 months after the firm started it.
- Firm started the recall
- FDA classified it Class II
- Published in FDA’s Enforcement Report
Dates from the agency record only; steps without a date are left out.
Questions people ask
Do I need to stop using these packs immediately?
The recall does not require immediate stopping; you can check if your pack is affected before taking action.
Are there any risks to people without latex allergies?
No significant risk for people without latex allergies, as the hazard is specific to latex-sensitive individuals.
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Where this comes from
The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official FDA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: FDA Recall #Z-0260-2024 (September 7, 2023) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for Z-0260-2024 to see it in context.
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on August 17, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the FDA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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