American Contract Systems Medical Kits Recall
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American Contract Systems Inc is recalling 160 medical procedure kits distributed to MN, MO, and IA due to potential endotoxin variability.
What this FDA recall tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by FDA on September 8, 2026 and geographically references Minnesota, Missouri, Iowa. The FDA classifies this as a Class II recall, with the stated reason "The recall notice was initiated due to a Medicom Urgent Medical Device Recall. Medicom is recalling specific lots of Ritmed¿ Neurological Sponges Non-Sterile Models 55992C to 55998C due to potential for unexpected variability of endotoxin levels on the products.", distributed us distribution to states of: mn, mo, ia. FDA recall classes run from I (reasonable probability of serious harm) to III (unlikely to cause harm), so the class number is the fastest way to gauge severity here. The category it belongs to - FDA Recalls - determines the consumer-protection framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, repairs, or the recall itself) are available to affected consumers and which agency holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.
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What Happened
American Contract Systems Inc initiated a voluntary recall of certain medical procedure kits and trays after a Medicom Urgent Medical Device Recall for specific lots of Ritmed Neurological Sponges Non-Sterile due to potential for unexpected variability of endotoxin levels.
Which Products Are Affected
The recall covers 160 kits distributed to the states of MN, MO, and IA. Affected products include:
- ANTERIOR CERVICAL PACK - 205988, Model Item Number MHAC65AH (UDI/DI 191072211910), Lot Numbers 42-8606211, 42-8687611, 42-8847511
- SPINE PACK - 206013, Model Item Number MHSP99AF (UDI/DI 191072214782), Lot Numbers 42-8423411, 42-8470411, 42-8527611, 42-8601311, 42-8731511, 42-8795311
Recall number Z-2990-2026. Classification: Class II. Recall initiation date: 20260519.
What You Should Do
Consumers should stop using the affected kits and contact American Contract Systems Inc regarding the recall.
Why This Matters
The recall addresses potential variability in endotoxin levels in included sponges across 160 kits distributed in three states.
Source
FDA recall Z-2990-2026, report date 20260826.
Original source: FDA Official Notice ↗
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