Key Takeaway

Dukal Corporation BZK Swab, First Aid Antiseptic, (Benzalkonium Chloride), 0.133% w/v, Item 854-1000 contains 1000 individually packaged swabs per box. Item 854 contains 200 individually packaged swab by Dukal Corp. was recalled on June 14, 2012. The hazard: Microbial contamination of Non Sterile Product; contamination with Burkholderia cepacia (manufacturer)

FDA Drug Class II Terminated

Dukal Corporation BZK Swab, First Aid Antiseptic, (Benzalkonium Chloride), 0.133% w/v, Item 854-1000 contains 1000 individually packaged swabs per box. Item 854 contains 200 individually packaged swab

Recalled: June 14, 2012 D-1676-2012

Description

Dukal Corporation BZK Swab, First Aid Antiseptic, (Benzalkonium Chloride), 0.133% w/v, Item 854-1000 contains 1000 individually packaged swabs per box. Item 854 contains 200 individually packaged swabs per box. Packaging labeled with Dukal Corporation, Hauppauge, NY 11788 --- NDC 65517-00031

Hazard / Reason

Microbial contamination of Non Sterile Product; contamination with Burkholderia cepacia (manufacturer)

Class II: Product that may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences.

Class II indicates the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health effects. The probability of serious harm is considered remote.

Products Affected

Drugs

Distribution

Nationwide

Related Recalls

FDA Drug Class II

ZEE Antiseptic Wipes, First Aid Antiseptic, Benzalkonium chloride 0.133% (effective concentration), over the counter; supplied in 10 (item 2633), 50 (items 0204 and 02040 [sold in Canada only]) and 10

June 14, 2012

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