Southmedic recalls safety cartridges with lot W92761 sold as sterile but were not properly sterilized. Consumers should check product labels for the lot number and contact Southmedic for details.
Upon review of its batch record, Southmedic identified that lot # W92761 was not sent out for sterilization, and was instead transferred directly to distribution where it was sold and distributed to customers as non-sterile product labelled as sterile.
Southmedic is recalling a specific safety cartridge model that was sold as sterile but was not properly sterilized. Using this non-sterile product could lead to infection risks during medical procedures.
The recalled cartridge was not sterilized properly and was distributed as sterile. This means it could carry harmful bacteria or contaminants that might cause infections during medical procedures if used.
Medical professionals and patients using the recalled safety cartridge model may be at risk of infection if the non-sterile product is used during procedures. The risk is primarily for those who have already purchased and used the product.
Check the product label for the lot number W92761. The product is identified as Southmedic SAFETY CARTRIDGE WITH SOUTHMEDIC PLUS SURGICAL BLADE, REF 73-8020, STERILE EO with GTIN 620974002628.
Look for the lot number W92761 on the product label to confirm if it is recalled.
The recalled product was not properly sterilized and may carry contaminants, so it is not safe to use as it was sold as sterile.
The recall record does not specify a replacement process or remedy.
The recall record does not provide specific instructions for disposal or return of the product.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Southmedic to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0279-2023 — Southmedic Southmedic Hello, I own a Southmedic that is covered by recall Z-0279-2023 from Southmedic. 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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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.
