CLASS II Device recall · Reported 10 Feb 2016 · FDA Enforcement Report
MediChoice Cohesive Bandages recalled by Owens & Minor Distribution
Owens & Minor Distribution is recalling MediChoice Cohesive Bandages, One roll of cohesive bandage per, thirty-six bags [all, distributed nationwide in the US. The recall was initiated on 17 Nov 2015 and the FDA has classified it as Class II.
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-0733-2016
- FDA event ID
- 72910
- Recalling firm
- Owens & Minor Distribution, Mechanicsville, VA
- Classification
- Class II
- Status
- Terminated
- Recall initiated
- 17 Nov 2015
- FDA classified
- 30 Jan 2016
- Reported
- 10 Feb 2016
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Customers notified by
- Letter
- Reason category
- Sterility
- Device type
- Other Medical Devices
Timeline
| 17 Nov 2015 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 30 Jan 2016 | Classified by FDA | +74 days |
| 10 Feb 2016 | Published in enforcement report | +11 days |
Companies usually start a recall weeks before the FDA classifies and publishes it; the gap above is that lag.
Reason for recall
MediChoice sterile cohesive bandages imported and sold under a private brand by Owens & Minor were tested and found to have microbial contamination.
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
MediChoice Cohesive Bandages, One (1) roll of cohesive bandage per bag, thirty-six (36) bags per case [all model numbers have equivalent packaging]. General Hospital Use.
Where it was distributed
Nationwide Distribution.
Questions about this recall
Is MediChoice Cohesive Bandages, One roll of cohesive bandage per, thirty-six bags [all recalled?
Yes. Owens & Minor Distribution recalled MediChoice Cohesive Bandages, One roll of cohesive bandage per, thirty-six bags [all on 17 Nov 2015. The recall is Class II and its status is Terminated. Recall number Z-0733-2016.
Why was it recalled?
MediChoice sterile cohesive bandages imported and sold under a private brand by Owens & Minor were tested and found to have microbial contamination.
Which lots are affected?
Item No. Lot No. Expiration Date: CBN1103 12113H08A Oct-15, CBN1103 13033H08A Feb-16, CBN1103 13053H08A Apr-16, CBN1103 14013H08A Dec-16, CBN1103 14043H08A Mar-17, CBN1103 14053H08A Apr-17, CBN1103 14083H08A Jul-17, CBN1103 14063H08A May-17, CBN1103 15013H08A Dec-17, CBN1103 14123H08A Nov-17, CBN1103 14113H08A Oct-17, CBN1103 15023H08A Jan-18, CBN1103 15033H08A Feb-18, CBN1103 15043H08A Mar-18, CBN1103 15053H08A Apr-18, CBN1103 15063H08A May-18, CBN1103 15073H08A Jun-18, CBN1103 15083H08A Jul-18.
Where was it sold?
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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