Americot 20-01S (1/4" x 1/4") or 6mm x 6mm: Neurological sponges for use in the protection of neural tissue during surgery. Ref: 20-01S ¿ x ¿ inches or 6mm x 6mm) Component: N/A
Class I - DangerousWhat Should You Do?
- Check if you have this product: UDI-DI: 10749915000039 Lot Number Expiration Date: 2023/03 AQ 2028/03/31; 2023/06 AP 2028/06/30; 2023/10 BO 2028/10/31; 2023/12 AY 2028/12/31; 2024/05 AE 2029/05/31; 2024/06 AQ 2029/06/30
- Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
- Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
- Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
- 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:
- American Surgical Company, LLC
- Reason for Recall:
- Product defect where the X-ray detectable barium strip (aka radio-opaque marker) becomes detached from the sponge (pattie). May delay surgical process as the surgeon may require extra time to remove the markers from the surgical field.
- Classification:
- Class I - Dangerous
Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.
- Status:
- ongoing
Product Information
Full Description:
Americot 20-01S (1/4" x 1/4") or 6mm x 6mm: Neurological sponges for use in the protection of neural tissue during surgery. Ref: 20-01S ¿ x ¿ inches or 6mm x 6mm) Component: N/A
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
UDI-DI: 10749915000039 Lot Number Expiration Date: 2023/03 AQ 2028/03/31; 2023/06 AP 2028/06/30; 2023/10 BO 2028/10/31; 2023/12 AY 2028/12/31; 2024/05 AE 2029/05/31; 2024/06 AQ 2029/06/30
Distribution:
Distributed in: CA, IA, IL, MN, MO, NY, OH, VA, UK
Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:
View on FDA.govFDA Recall Number: Z-0287-2025
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