CLASS II Device recall · Reported 11 Sep 2019 · FDA Enforcement Report

Integra Jarit Gemini Clamp 9 - used in vascular recalled

Integra LifeSciences is recalling Integra Jarit Gemini Clamp 9 - used in vascular and cardiothoracic procedures used for, distributed nationwide in the US. The recall was initiated on 7 Aug 2019 and the FDA has classified it as Class II.

Check your package

Lot, batch or date codesLot #AA1901
Quantity recalled237 units

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-2435-2019
FDA event ID
83418
Recalling firm
Integra LifeSciences, Plainsboro, NJ
Classification
Class II
Status
Terminated
Recall initiated
7 Aug 2019
FDA classified
30 Aug 2019
Reported
11 Sep 2019
Type
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Customers notified by
Letter
Reason category
Sterility

Timeline

7 Aug 2019Recall initiated by company
30 Aug 2019Classified by FDA+23 days
11 Sep 2019Published in enforcement report+12 days

Companies usually start a recall weeks before the FDA classifies and publishes it; the gap above is that lag.

Reason for recall

A small crack at the box lock corner may after multiple cleaning and sterilization cycles produce an increased risk of corrosion, weakening the instrument and resulting in premature need for replacement and/or breakage of the instrument

A sterility recall means a product that must be sterile, such as an injection or eye drop, may be contaminated. Using a non-sterile product can cause serious infection.

Product as listed by the FDA

Integra Jarit GEMINI CLAMP 9 1/4 inch - used in vascular and cardiothoracic procedures used for clamping and occluding vessels. Cat. #140-332

Where it was distributed

US Nationwide distribution.

Nationwide

Questions about this recall

Is Integra Jarit Gemini Clamp 9 - used in vascular and cardiothoracic procedures used for recalled?

Yes. Integra LifeSciences recalled Integra Jarit Gemini Clamp 9 - used in vascular and cardiothoracic procedures used for on 7 Aug 2019. The recall is Class II and its status is Terminated. Recall number Z-2435-2019.

Why was it recalled?

A small crack at the box lock corner may after multiple cleaning and sterilization cycles produce an increased risk of corrosion, weakening the instrument and resulting in premature need for replacement and/or breakage of the instrument

Which lots are affected?

Lot #AA1901

Where was it sold?

US Nationwide distribution.

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 II mean?

Class II means the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health problems, or the probability of serious harm is remote.

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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