MEDLINE recalls polyurethane bedside cleaning kits with microbial contamination on foam sponges. Affected units have specific lot numbers. Consumers should check packaging for discoloration or lot codes.
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 bedside cleaning kits due to microbial contamination causing discoloration on foam sponges. This could lead to potential health risks if the contamination is not addressed.
Microbial contamination on the foam sponge can cause discoloration. While the hazard is not explicitly stated to cause injury or illness, the presence of microbial growth may pose a health risk if the contaminated sponge comes into contact with skin or is used for cleaning sensitive areas.
People who own or use MEDLINE Polyurethane Bedside Cleaning Kits with affected lot numbers are most at risk. The primary users are healthcare professionals and individuals in medical facilities.
Check the packaging for lot numbers in the format YYMMDD X. The lot number includes the last two digits of the production year, month, day, and a raw material batch number.
Look for lot numbers on the packaging that follow the format YYMMDD X.
Sporadic reports of discoloration on the foam sponge due to microbial contamination.
Check the packaging for lot numbers in the format YYMMDD X, where YY is the last two digits of the production year, MM is the month, DD is the day, and X is the raw material batch number.
The recall does not specify a need to stop using the product immediately; check the lot number to determine if it is affected.
We’ve drafted a message you can send MEDLINE to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1219-2022 — MEDLINE MEDLINE Hello, I own a MEDLINE that is covered by recall Z-1219-2022 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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