[Recalled] 3M Attest Super Rapid 5 Steam-Plus Steam Challenge Pack, REF 41482VF; designed to qualify and monitor dynamic-air removal steam sterilization processes — Specific lots of 3M Attest Super Rapid Readout Biological Indicators (1492V
Regulators flagged this product in an official safety action. Here is what the notice says and what it means for owners.
Recall details
| Product | 3M Attest Super Rapid 5 Steam-Plus Steam Challenge Pack, REF 41482VF; designed to qualify and monitor dynamic-air removal steam sterilization processes |
|---|---|
| Brand / manufacturer | 3M Company - Health Care Business |
| Category | device |
| Issuing authority | FDA_DEVICE |
| Reference | Z-2640-2023 |
| Country of notice | United States |
| Risk level | Class II |
| Hazard type | recall |
| Notice date | 22 August 2023 |
| EAN / barcode | 50707387787283 |
Why it was recalled
According to the FDA_DEVICE notice, the identified hazard is: Specific lots of 3M Attest Super Rapid Readout Biological Indicators (1492V), 3M Attest Super Rapid 5 Steam-Plus Challenge (41482V, 41482VF), and 3M Attest Super Rapid Readout Steam Challenge (1496V) may contain biological indicators with a cap that melts, deforms and/or cracks following a steam sterilization cycle of 132¿C and 135¿C.
This Class II recall concerns device products distributed in United States and was recorded by FDA_DEVICE. Recalls in this category are published so that owners, retailers, and importers can identify affected units and act quickly.
What to do if you own this product
Check whether your unit is affected and follow the authority's guidance before further use.
Read the full official notice →
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