Inter-Med recalls 12-count 3mL pre-filled bleach syringes with potential latex-free rubber bung that may degrade over time, causing safety risks.
The affected lots may be packaged in syringes which include an incorrect bung. The incorrect bung is made of a latex-free isoprene rubber material. After prolonged storage and exposure to contained solutions, the rubber bung may degrade due to chemical interaction with the bleach solution.
Inter-Med is recalling 12 pre-filled 3mL bleach syringes that may have a bung made of a material that degrades over time. This could lead to leaks or improper use of the bleach solution.
The bung is made of a latex-free isoprene rubber that may degrade after prolonged storage with the bleach solution. This degradation could cause leaks or improper sealing, potentially leading to spills or ineffective disinfection.
Dental professionals and others using these syringes for cleaning or disinfection. Those who have the specific lot numbers listed in the recall are most at risk.
Check for the product name 'Vista Dental Products Sodium Hypochlorite - 6%', 12-count 3mL pre-filled syringes, and lot numbers 20190197, 20190723, 20190834, 20190862, or 20190952.
Look for the product name, quantity, and lot numbers listed in the recall notice to confirm if your syringes are affected.
The bung in the syringes may degrade over time due to chemical interaction with the bleach solution, potentially causing leaks or improper sealing.
Check for the product name 'Vista Dental Products Sodium Hypochlorite - 6%', 12-count 3mL pre-filled syringes, and lot numbers 20190197, 20190723, 20190834, 20190862, or 20190952.
The recall notice does not specify a remedy, so check with Inter-Med for further instructions.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Inter-Med to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0014-2020 — Inter-Med Inter-Med Hello, I own a Inter-Med that is covered by recall Z-0014-2020 from Inter-Med. 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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