Medline Convenience Kits Recall Over BD ChloraPrep Applicator Seal Issue (Jul 20, 2026)
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Medline Industries, LP is recalling 222,653 units of convenience kits containing BD ChloraPrep Clear - 1mL Applicators due to potential open or incomplete seals on applicator packaging.
FDA recall: what the record actually shows
This notice was issued by FDA on September 15, 2026 and geographically references United States. The FDA classifies this as a Class II recall, with the stated reason "Downstream recall - manufacturer recalled specific lots of BD ChloraPrep Clear - 1mL Applicators. Affected product may exhibit an open or incomplete seal on the packaging of the applicator. Use of potentially contaminated applicator may lead to localized skin or soft tissue infection, or systemic infection or infectious complications.", distributed us nationwide distribution.. 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
Medline Industries, LP initiated a voluntary recall of certain Medline Convenience Kits containing BD ChloraPrep Clear - 1mL Applicators. The action follows a downstream recall by the manufacturer of specific lots of the applicators, which may exhibit an open or incomplete seal on the packaging.
Which Products Are Affected
The affected product is BLOOD CULTURE KIT 2 W/CONNECT DYNDH1487A, with UDI-DI 10193489484311. Affected lots are 25AMD225, 25BMA495, 25GMD834, 25HMJ685, 26AMD781, 26DMI370, 26FMG952, and 26FMJ739. A total of 222,653 units were distributed nationwide in the United States. The FDA recall number is Z-3072-2026.
What You Should Do
Use of potentially contaminated applicators may lead to localized skin or soft tissue infection, or systemic infection or infectious complications. Consumers should follow guidance from their healthcare provider regarding affected kits.
Why This Matters
The recall addresses a Class II risk of infection from use of applicators with compromised packaging seals distributed across the United States.
Source
FDA Enforcement Report, recall number Z-3072-2026, recalling firm Medline Industries, LP.
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