Darex Container Products Div of W.R. Grace & Co. Sodasorb Carbon Dioxide Absorbent, Medical Grade (16%) Soda Lime USP-NF with an ethyl violet indicator which turns from white to violet as absorber is depleted; Manufactured by: W.R. Grace & Co. - Conn., 6050 West 51st St., Chicago, IL 60638; the product is packaged in pre-paks(pre-filled 2.5 lb. canisters, 12 per carton) and 5-gallon pails Recall
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Product
Sodasorb Carbon Dioxide Absorbent, Medical Grade (16%) Soda Lime USP-NF with an ethyl violet indicator which turns from white to violet as absorber is depleted; Manufactured by: W.R. Grace & Co. - Conn., 6050 West 51st St., Chicago, IL 60638; the product is packaged in pre-paks(pre-filled 2.5 lb. canisters, 12 per carton) and 5-gallon pails
Brand
Darex Container Products Div of W.R. Grace & Co.
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
pre-paks lot CR10-P115-14, exp. 10/2006, and 5-gallon pail lot CR09-P115-30, exp. 9/2006
Products Sold
pre-paks lot CR10-P115-14, exp. 10/2006, and 5-gallon pail lot CR09-P115-30, exp. 9/2006
Darex Container Products Div of W.R. Grace & Co. is recalling Sodasorb Carbon Dioxide Absorbent, Medical Grade (16%) Soda Lime USP-NF with an ethyl violet indicat due to Both lots were found to be out of specification due to an elevated level of small particles (fines).. Based on FDA medical device recall database.
Summary derived from FDA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by FDA
Both lots were found to be out of specification due to an elevated level of small particles (fines).
Recommended Action
Per FDA guidance
Recall letters dated 3/30/05 were sent to the accounts via DHL on 3/31/05, informing them that the two lots did not undergo final QC testing prior to shipment and do not meet finished product specifications. The accounts were requested to check their inventory for the affected lots, discontinue use and place it on hold pending return to W.R. Grace for replacement. Any questions were directed to the Sodasorb Recall Coordinator at 1-877-327-3987.
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As reported by FDA
CA, CT, ME, MA, MS, NH, NJ, NY, PA, VT, VA, WV
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