MEDLINE recalls polyurethane foam bedside cleaning kits with microbial contamination risk. Affected kits have specific lot numbers. Consumers should check packaging for discoloration and contact MEDLINE for details.
Sporadic reports were received of discoloration on the foam sponge on certain lots of the product, which has been identified as microbial contamination.
MEDLINE is recalling polyurethane foam bedside cleaning kits due to reports of discoloration caused by microbial contamination. This could lead to health issues if the foam is used for cleaning. Affected kits have specific lot numbers on packaging.
Microbial contamination in the foam sponge can cause discoloration. While the hazard is not severe, it may indicate potential health risks if the foam comes into contact with skin or is used for cleaning.
Healthcare workers and others who use bedside cleaning kits are most at risk. The recall affects kits sold with specific lot numbers on packaging.
Check packaging for lot numbers in the format YYMMDD X. The last two digits of the year, month, and day of production are part of the lot number.
Look for lot numbers on packaging in the format YYMMDD X where YY is the last two digits of the year, MM is the month, DD is the day, and X is the raw material batch number.
The recall is due to reports of discoloration from microbial contamination, but the product is not unsafe for normal use. Consumers should check for discoloration and contact MEDLINE for details.
Check the packaging for a lot number in the format YYMMDD X, where YY is the last two digits of the year, MM is the month, DD is the day, and X is the raw material batch number.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact MEDLINE directly for further instructions.
We’ve drafted a message you can send MEDLINE to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1218-2022 — MEDLINE MEDLINE Hello, I own a MEDLINE that is covered by recall Z-1218-2022 from MEDLINE. 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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