Covidien LLC: Medical Device Recall in 2013 - (Recall #: Z-1304-2013)

Updated on March 25, 2026.

See the recall detail below. You can also see other recalls from the same firm in 2013.

Data Source: FDA.

Product Description:

Curity Staple Remover Kit; Product Code: 66701. Staple Remover Kit.

Product Classification:

Class III

Date Initiated: April 12, 2013

Date Posted: May 22, 2013

Recall Number: Z-1304-2013

Event ID: 64908

Reason for Recall:

On March 26, 2013 Covidien received a recall notice from one of their suppliers CareFusion. CareFusion is recalling a variety of OTC drug products including the 10% Povidone Iodine SEPP Applicator which is utilized in specific convenience kits.

Status: Terminated

Product Quantity: 52363 distributed

Code Information:

103387264, 117881264, 110983964, 214981164, 117488864

Distribution Pattern:

Worldwide distribution: USA (nationwide) and in the country of: Panama.

Voluntary or Mandated:

Voluntary: Firm initiated