Southmedic, Inc.: Medical Device Recall in 2022 - (Recall #: Z-0279-2023)

Updated on March 25, 2026.

See the recall detail below. You can also see other recalls from the same firm in 2022.

Data Source: FDA.

Product Description:

Southmedic SAFETY CARTRIDGE WITH SOUTHMEDIC PLUS SURGICAL BLADE, REF 73-8020, STERILE EO

Product Classification:

Class II

Date Initiated: October 27, 2022

Date Posted: November 30, 2022

Recall Number: Z-0279-2023

Event ID: 91129

Reason for Recall:

Upon review of its batch record, Southmedic identified that lot # W92761 was not sent out for sterilization, and was instead transferred directly to distribution where it was sold and distributed to customers as non-sterile product labelled as sterile.

Status: Ongoing

Product Quantity: 450 units

Code Information:

GTIN 620974002628, Lot number: W92761

Distribution Pattern:

US Nationwide distribution in the state of IL.

Voluntary or Mandated:

Voluntary: Firm initiated