BD ChloraPrep Clear 3 mL Applicators (2% w/v chlorhexidine gluconate (CHG) and 70% v/v isopropyl alcohol (IPA)) Sterile Solution, 25 Applicators in carton, CareFusion 213, LLC, El Paso, TX 79912, subsidiary of Becton, Dickinson and Company, NDC 54365-400-32

Class I - Dangerous

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    Lot #: 0065386 Exp. 2/28/2023; 0091666 Exp. 3/31/2023
  2. Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
  3. Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
  4. Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
  5. Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.

⚠️ Emergency: If you experience severe symptoms after consuming this product, call 911 or Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222.

Recall Details

Company:
CareFusion 213, LLC
Reason for Recall:
Non-Sterility: Product is being recalled due to presence of Aspergillus Penicilloides
Classification:
Class I - Dangerous

Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.

Status:
terminated

Product Information

Full Description:

BD ChloraPrep Clear 3 mL Applicators (2% w/v chlorhexidine gluconate (CHG) and 70% v/v isopropyl alcohol (IPA)) Sterile Solution, 25 Applicators in carton, CareFusion 213, LLC, El Paso, TX 79912, subsidiary of Becton, Dickinson and Company, NDC 54365-400-32

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

Lot #: 0065386 Exp. 2/28/2023; 0091666 Exp. 3/31/2023

Official Source

Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:

View on FDA.gov

FDA Recall Number: D-1509-2020

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Lack of Assurance of Sterility: The affected product may exhibit an open seal on the packaging of the applicator.

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Non-Sterility: contamination of Aspergillus penicillioides, due to breach in package lidding.

Feb 14, 2025 Compounded Drugs Nationwide View Details →

Stability data does not support expiry: Shelf-life of the impacted lots of BD ChloraPrep" Clear 1 mL Applicator cannot be substantiated beyond 12-months although labeled with 36-month expiry. Stability studies indicate that the impacted lots, if stored at 30¿C/75% relative humidity continuously beyond 12 months, may exhibit growth of Aspergillus penicillioides.

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