Medline Industries Recalls Meijer Sterile Saline Wound Wash Over Sterility Concerns
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Medline Industries, LP is recalling 104,608 units of Meijer Sterile Saline Wound Wash because the product may not meet sterility assurance levels, posing a potential infection risk.
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What Happened
Medline Industries, LP has initiated a voluntary recall of Meijer Sterile Saline Wound Wash. The recall was issued after it was identified that the manufacturer may not have met the minimum required sterility assurance levels for the product. Consequently, the product may not be fully sterile, which is a requirement for first aid cleansing sprays.
Which Products Are Affected
The recall involves 104,608 units of the following product:
- Product Name: Meijer STERILE saline wound wash, First Aid Cleansing Spray, 0.9% USP SODIUM CHLORIDE
- Size: 7.1 FL OZ (210 mL)
- Model Number: MJSALINE7
- UDI-DI: 00708820657052 (unit), 10708820657059 (case)
- Lot Codes: All lots are affected.
Distribution was nationwide across the United States and included the Bahamas, Bermuda, and the Cayman Islands.
What You Should Do
Consumers should immediately stop using the affected Meijer Saline Wound Wash. Medline Industries, LP initiated the notification process via letter on January 5, 2026. Consumers seeking information regarding returns or specific instructions should contact Medline Industries, LP at their headquarters in Northfield, Illinois.
Why This Matters
Sterility is essential for products used to cleanse open wounds. If a product labeled as sterile does not meet sterility assurance levels, it may introduce contaminants to a wound, increasing the risk of infection and other health complications.
Source
Information provided by the FDA. Recall Number: Z-1435-2026.
Original source: FDA Official Notice ↗
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