FDA-Drug2026-01-07Class IIPROCESSING DEFECT
BD ChloraPrep Triple Swabsticks recalled for sterility assurance issue
Stop using BD ChloraPrep Triple Swabsticks
CareFusion 213, LLC is recalling BD ChloraPrep Triple Swabsticks (a skin antiseptic swab) because the manufacturer cannot confirm the product was properly sterilized. The affected lot (#5086623, expiring 3/31/2028) was distributed nationwide. No injuries have been reported.
- Check if you have lot #5086623 of BD ChloraPrep Triple Swabsticks
- Stop using the product immediately
- Contact your supplier or the manufacturer for instructions on return or replacement
- Call your healthcare provider if the product was already used and you have concerns
Hazard
Lack of Assurance of Sterlity
Who it affects
Adults
Illnesses reported
None reported
Sold states
Nationwide within the United States
Affected count
106,400 units
Manufactured in
1550 Northwestern Dr, N/A, El Paso, TX, United States
Products
BD ChloraPrep" Triple Swabsticks (Chlorhexidine gluconate (CHG), 2% w/v and Isopropyl alcohol (IPA), 70% v/v), 5.25 mL Applicator, CareFusion 213, LLC, El Paso, TX 79912, NDC 54365-401-29
Official notice
https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/ires/index.cfm?Product=D-0243-2026More CareFusion recalls
- FDA-Drug2026-07-22BD ChloraPrep Clear skin antiseptic recalled for potential sterility packaging defect
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- FDA-Drug2026-07-08BD ChloraPrep Hi-Lite Orange recalled for lack of sterility assurance
- FDA-Drug2026-07-08BD ChloraPrep Scrub Teal recalled for lack of sterility assurance
- FDA-Drug2026-07-08BD ChloraPrep Hi-Lite Orange skin antiseptic recalled for lack of sterility assurance
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