Devices

Device Recall Fisherbrand

Model / Serial
all lots of article nos. 14-959-77, 14-959-78, 14-959-79, 14-959-81, 14-959-82, lots 60151, 61513, 61933, 62768, 63055, 60752, 61324, 62195, 63224, 60752, 62195, 61866, 62546, 8710, with expiration dates August 2014 through October 2015
Product Classification
General Hospital and Personal Use Devices
Device Class
1
Implanted device?
No
Distribution
Nationwide Distribution
Product Description
Fisherbrand Sterile Swabs, Calcium Alginate Fiber Tipped Aluminum Applicator Swab, .025 and .035 in Diameter, all lots, 100 per pack || Fisherbrand Sterile Swabs, Calcium Alginate Fiber Tipped Plastic Applicator Swab, all lots, 100 per pack || Fisherbrand Sterile Swabs, Calcium Alginate Fiber Tipped Wood Applicator Swab, all lots, 100 and 200 per pack || culture collection and industrial surfaces
Manufacturer
Fisher Scientific Co
1 Event
- Recall of Device Recall Fisherbrand

Manufacturer

Fisher Scientific Co

Manufacturer Address
Fisher Scientific Co, 300 Industry Dr, Pittsburgh PA 15275-1001
Manufacturer Parent Company (2017)
Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc
Source
USFDA

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Device Recall Fisherbrand Sterile Swabs

Model / Serial
Product code # 14-959-81, lot #61513, expiration date: 2014-08, and lot 8710, expiration date 2014-08.
Product Classification
General Hospital and Personal Use Devices
Device Class
1
Implanted device?
No
Distribution
Nationwide and the country of Canada.
Product Description
Fisherbrand Sterile Swab, Calcium Alginate Fiber Tipped, Wood Applicator Swab 100 pouches/boxes, 10 boxes/case. || Used in applying medications to or take specimens from a patient.
Manufacturer
Fisher Scientific Co

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