Life Technologies recalls Gibco MEM Non-Essential Amino Acids Solution (100X) for leaky bottles that compromise product sterility. Affected lots expire Dec 2019 and Jan 2020.
Leaky bottles due to a defect in the bottle cap compromising the sterility of the product
Life Technologies recalls Gibco MEM Non-Essential Amino Acids Solution (100X) because leaky bottles can compromise product sterility. This affects lab users who rely on sterile solutions for in-vitro diagnostics.
Defective bottle caps cause leaks that compromise sterility. This means the solution may not be safe for lab use where contamination could affect test results.
Lab researchers and technicians using this solution for in-vitro diagnostics are most at risk. The recall applies to specific lots sold between 2019 and 2020.
Check for lot numbers 1986670 (expires Dec 2019) or 1995631 (expires Jan 2020) on the bottle. The product is labeled as Gibco MEM Non-Essential Amino Acids Solution (100X) for in-vitro diagnostic use.
Look for lot numbers 1986670 (expires Dec 2019) or 1995631 (expires Jan 2020) on the bottle label.
No, the product may leak and compromise sterility, so it should not be used.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so check the lot number and contact Life Technologies for guidance.
Look for lot numbers 1986670 (expires Dec 2019) or 1995631 (expires Jan 2020) on the bottle label.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Life Technologies to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0171-2019 — Life Technologies Life Technologies Hello, I own a Life Technologies that is covered by recall Z-0171-2019 from Life Technologies. 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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