BD ChloraPrep Clear (CareFusion) – Non-Sterility Risk (2021)
Class I: A situation in which there is a reasonable probability that the use of, or exposure to, a violative product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death
Class I recall indicates potential for serious health consequences.
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Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Product
BD ChloraPrep Clear, 2% w/v chlorhexidine gluconate (CHG) and 70% v/v isopropyl alcohol (IPA) Sterile Solution, 0.10 fl. oz. (3 ml) each, 25 Applicators in carton, applicator is sterile if package is intact. CareFusion 213, LLC, El Paso, TX 79912, subsidiary of Becton, Dickinson and Co, NDC 54365-400-32 REF 930400
Brand
CareFusion 213, LLC
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Lot and Exp Date: 0065386, 2/28/2023, 0085419, 3/31/2023, 0091666, 3/31/2023, 0149328, 4/30/2023, 0151977, 5/31/2023, 0161217, 5/31/2023, 0175874, 6/30/2023, 0176660, 6/30/2023, 0188805, 6/30/2023, 0211068, 7/31/2023
Products Sold
Lot and Exp Date: 0065386, 2/28/2023; 0085419, 3/31/2023; 0091666, 3/31/2023; 0149328, 4/30/2023; 0151977, 5/31/2023; 0161217, 5/31/2023; 0175874, 6/30/2023; 0176660, 6/30/2023; 0188805, 6/30/2023; 0211068, 7/31/2023;
CareFusion 213, LLC is recalling BD ChloraPrep Clear, 2% w/v chlorhexidine gluconate (CHG) and 70% v/v isopropyl alcohol (IPA) Steril due to Non-sterility.Product is being recalled because at labeled storage conditions of 30*C/75% Relative Humidity, growth of Aspergillus penicillioides, a t. This is a Class I recall, indicating a high risk of serious health consequences. Based on FDA drug enforcement report.
Summary derived from FDA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by FDA
Non-sterility.Product is being recalled because at labeled storage conditions of 30*C/75% Relative Humidity, growth of Aspergillus penicillioides, a type of fungus, resulted in a breach of the package integrity.
Recommended Action
Per FDA guidance
Consumers should stop using the product and contact the recalling firm, their healthcare provider, or return it to the place of purchase.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) directly.
View official FDA recall noticePage updated: Jan 7, 2026