Steris RAPICIDE PA Part A disinfectant recalled for pressurized bottle hazard
What this means
The vented cap on this high-level disinfectant bottle can become blocked, causing gas to build up inside. When the pressure increases, the bottle may swell, and opening it could release vapor or liquid that may expose users to the chemical if protective equipment is not properly worn.
- Check if you have RAPICIDE PA Part A (Model ML020115) with lot numbers 687046 or 688017.
- Do not open or use affected bottles.
- Contact Steris Corporation for instructions on how to return or dispose of your product safely.
- Wear appropriate PPE if you must handle the bottle before returning it.
The agency's original wording
If the vented cap becomes blocked, gas may accumulate and the bottle may swell due to increased internal pressure. In some cases, excess vapor or liquid chemistry may escape from the bottle when the cap is twisted during opening, which could result in user exposure if required personal protective equipment (PPE) is not properly used. Such exposure may result in injury to the user or others in close proximity.
Official notice
https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/ires/index.cfm?Product=Z-0154-2027More Steris recalls
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