Mechanical Filter with Connector Small, Tethered Cap, Item Code 351/5979 - Product Usage: indicated for single use on anesthetized patients and respiratory care patients who require a breathing circuit with ISO standard 15mm or 22 mm connectors.

Class I - Dangerous

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    GTIN Primary Package: 20884522033234 GTIN Secondary Package: 10884522033237 Lot Number: 20J0699FAX
  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.

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

Recall Details

Company:
Covidien, LP
Reason for Recall:
The company was notified by their supplier of sterilization services for airway products in Italy of potential deviations from validated parameters for ethylene oxide sterilization.
Classification:
Class I - Dangerous

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

Status:
ongoing

Product Information

Full Description:

Mechanical Filter with Connector Small, Tethered Cap, Item Code 351/5979 - Product Usage: indicated for single use on anesthetized patients and respiratory care patients who require a breathing circuit with ISO standard 15mm or 22 mm connectors.

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

GTIN Primary Package: 20884522033234 GTIN Secondary Package: 10884522033237 Lot Number: 20J0699FAX

Official Source

Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:

View on FDA.gov

FDA Recall Number: Z-1867-2021

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