FDA-Device2026-10-07Class IIPROCESSING DEFECT
Opportunity Pro blue nitrile examination gloves recalled for defects including tears and missing fingers
What this means
American Nitrile Operations' Opportunity Pro blue nitrile examination gloves may have defects such as tears, missing fingers, and debris. Defective gloves could expose healthcare workers and patients to infectious pathogens or chemical agents.
- Stop using affected glove lots immediately if you have them in your facility or home.
- Check the model number (72-50800 through 72-50804) and lot number on your glove boxes against the FDA recall list.
- Contact your supplier or the manufacturer for replacement or a refund.
- Switch to an alternative approved examination glove for patient care or protection.
The agency's original wording
Hazard
Gloves may exhibit defects such as tears, missing fingers, and debris. Use of defective gloves may lead to healthcare personnel and patient exposure to infectious pathogens leading to infection or cross-contamination, or exposure to chemical agents leading to irritation or systemic toxicities.
Intended for
All ages
Illnesses reported
None reported
Sold states
US Nationwide distribution.
Affected count
17,481,000
Manufactured in
3500 Southwest Blvd, Grove City, OH, United States
Products
Brand Name: Opportunity Pro Product Name: Opportunity Pro Model/Catalog Number: 72-50800, 72-50801,72-50802,72-50803,72-50804 Product Description: Blue Nitrile patient examination glove
Official notice
https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/ires/index.cfm?Product=Z-3291-2026More American Nitrile Operations recalls
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