CLASS III ONGOING Device recall · Reported 6 May 2026 · FDA Enforcement Report
Heraeus, Palamix duo recalled by Heraeus Medical GmbH (Dental
Heraeus Medical GmbH (Dental Division) is recalling Heraeus, Palamix duo, distributed nationwide in the US. The recall was initiated on 25 Mar 2026 and the FDA has classified it as Class III.
Check your package
Stop using the device if the notice says to, and contact the manufacturer or your healthcare provider for the correction or replacement.
Recall details
- Recall number
- Z-1998-2026
- FDA event ID
- 98608
- Recalling firm
- Heraeus Medical GmbH (Dental Division), Wehrheim
- Classification
- Class III
- Status
- Ongoing
- Recall initiated
- 25 Mar 2026
- FDA classified
- 29 Apr 2026
- Reported
- 6 May 2026
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Customers notified by
- Letter
- Reason category
- Potency & Assay
- Device type
- Other Medical Devices
Timeline
| 25 Mar 2026 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 29 Apr 2026 | Classified by FDA | +35 days |
| 6 May 2026 | Published in enforcement report | +7 days |
Companies usually start a recall weeks before the FDA classifies and publishes it; the gap above is that lag.
Reason for recall
Based on long-term stability testing, it was determined that in units older than 1.5 years (17 months) the mixing rod may, in rare cases, come loose from its lock during the mixing process. Notification is to reduce the shelf life from 3 years to 1.5 years (17 months).
Potency and specification recalls happen when a batch tests outside its approved limits for strength, purity or dissolution, which can mean the dose delivered is higher or lower than labelled.
Product as listed by the FDA
Heraeus, PALAMIX duo. Material Number: 66057897.
Where it was distributed
Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide and the countries of Aland Islands, Algeria, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil , Chile, China, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Ecuador, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, India, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Kosovo, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Malta, Mexico, Netherlands, Nigeria, Norway, Peru, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Puerto Rico, Rep. of Korea, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, United Kingdom, Uruguay, Utd.Arab Emir.;
Questions about this recall
Is Heraeus, Palamix duo recalled?
Yes. Heraeus Medical GmbH (Dental Division) recalled Heraeus, Palamix duo on 25 Mar 2026. The recall is Class III and its status is Ongoing. Recall number Z-1998-2026.
Why was it recalled?
Based on long-term stability testing, it was determined that in units older than 1.5 years (17 months) the mixing rod may, in rare cases, come loose from its lock during the mixing process. Notification is to reduce the shelf life from 3 years to 1.5 years (17 months).
Which lots are affected?
Material Number: 66057897; UDI-DI: 04260102133617; Batch: all batches with numbers below 520215;
Where was it sold?
Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide and the countries of Aland Islands, Algeria, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil , Chile, China, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Ecuador, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, India, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Kosovo, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Malta, Mexico, Netherlands, Nigeria, Norway, Peru, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Puerto Rico, Rep. of Korea, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, United Kingdom, Uruguay, Utd.Arab Emir.;
What should I do if I have it?
Stop using the device if the notice says to, and contact the manufacturer or your healthcare provider for the correction or replacement.
What does Class III mean?
Class III recalls are for products unlikely to cause any adverse health consequence, usually labelling or quality issues.
Read the official FDA notice · Source record retrieved 21 Sep 2026. The FDA describes openFDA data as unvalidated; the official notice takes precedence. This page reports the record and gives no medical advice.
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