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Medline Convenience Kits Recall Due to Lidocaine Quality Issues

Source: FDA · United States

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Medline Industries, LP is recalling 967 convenience kits nationwide because they contain Huons Lidocaine HCL Injection USP 1% ampules subject to a separate quality recall.

What this FDA recall tells you, and what most readers miss

This notice was issued by FDA on August 8, 2026 and geographically references United States. Its severity classification of "medium" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken - "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. 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

Medline Industries, LP initiated a voluntary recall of certain convenience kits containing Huons Lidocaine HCL Injection USP 1% 10mg/ml 5mL Ampules. The action follows a recall notice issued by Huons Co., Ltd. due to quality issues identified during an FDA manufacturing inspection.

Which Products Are Affected

The recall covers 967 kits distributed nationwide under recall number Z-2536-2026. Affected products include 34 Medline Convenience Kit models such as:

  • MULTIMED, 7FR, 20CM, 3L, CVC BUNDLE (ECVC5995)
  • TRIPLE LUMEN CENTRAL LINE BUNDLE (ECVC2625)
  • INTROFLEX 6F, 1L, TB, US (STCVC26US)
  • AVA HIGH FLOW (ECVC3720)
  • CDP, MM, 3L, 7F, 16CM, H (3K16H1838)
  • CVC Insertion Bundle 3L 7FR 20CM (ECVC5610)
  • TRIPLE LUMEN CVC INSERTION BUNDLE (ECVC3810)
  • 16CM TRIPLE LUMEN 7FR INSERT BUNDLE (ECVC2555)
  • CENTRAL LINE BUNDLE W/7F, 20CM, 3L (ECVC2750)
  • TRIPLE LUMEN COMPLETE CATH KIT (ECVC5200)
  • TRIPLE LUMEN CVC 20CM BUNDLE W/O SUTURE (ECVC7290)
  • 7FR 3L 16CM CVC INSERTION BUNDLE (ECVC8215)
  • CENTRAL LINE INSERTION BUNDLE (ECVC2080)
  • 3L 7FR 16 CM CVC INSERTION TRAY (ECVC8165)
  • VANTEX 7FR 3L 20CM CVC BUNDLE (ECVC6505)
  • VANTEX 7FR, 16CM, 3L CVC BUNDLE (STCVC02)
  • O.R. CVC TRIPLE LUMEN BUNDLE (ECVC1377)
  • INTROFLEX 8.5FR. 1L CVC BUNDLE (CMPI851LBA)
  • INTROFLEX 5F, 1L, TB, US, BAS (STCVC49US)
  • CVC BUNDLE (ECVC8090)
  • TRIPLE LUMEN INSERTION KIT W/CATHETER (ECVC2885)
  • 3L 7FR 20CM CVC INSERTION BUNDLE (ECVC6845)
  • CVC BUNDLE TRIPLE LUMEN 16CM (ECVC5540A)
  • CVC INSERTION BUNDLE (ECVC1120)
  • VANTEX 7FR 3L 16CM CVC BUNDLE W/US (ECVC8075, ECVC7945)
  • CENTRAL LINE BUNDLE W/7F, 16CM, 3L (ECVC2745) Each kit carries specific lot numbers and UDI-DI codes as detailed in FDA records. The classification is Class II.

What You Should Do

Consumers and healthcare facilities should stop using the affected kits and contact Medline Industries, LP for return or further instructions.

Why This Matters

The recalled kits are used for central venous catheter insertions and contain lidocaine ampules that may not meet quality standards.

Source

FDA Enforcement Report, recall Z-2536-2026, Medline Industries, LP, Northfield, IL.

Original source: FDA Official Notice ↗

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Frequently Asked Questions

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What is this FDA recall about? ▾
Medline Industries, LP is recalling 967 convenience kits nationwide because they contain Huons Lidocaine HCL Injection USP 1% ampules subject to a separate quality recall.
Which agency issued this alert? ▾
This alert was issued by FDA. The original notice is available at the source link at the bottom of this article.
How severe is this alert? ▾
This alert is classified as "medium" severity. Stay informed and follow agency guidance.
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This alert affects United States. Check with FDA for the most current geographic scope.
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