FDA Device recall Z-0017-2015
Richard-Allan Scientific Specimen Transportation System. 10% NBF is used to store and fixate tissue prior to grossing and histological exam…
- FDA Device
- Class I
- terminated
- Published 2014-10-15
On 2014-10-15 the FDA classified a Class I recall of Richard-Allan Scientific Specimen Transportation System. 10% NBF is used to store and fixate tissue prior to grossing and histological exam… by Richard Allan Scientific, citing the affected lots could have NBF concentrations that are lower or higher than the desired specifications.
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| Agency | FDA Device |
|---|---|
| Recall number | Z-0017-2015 |
| Classification | Class I |
| Status | terminated |
| Initiated | 2014-09-17 |
| Published | 2014-10-15 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-13 11:53 UTC |
| Company | Richard Allan Scientific |
| Distribution | US |
Product
Richard-Allan Scientific Specimen Transportation System. 10% NBF is used to store and fixate tissue prior to grossing and histological examination. It is a primary fixative that prevents autolysis (degradation) of tissue.
Reason
The affected lots could have NBF concentrations that are lower or higher than the desired specifications.
Identifiers
| code_info | Product Code: 53151 Lot Number: 300143 |
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Status history
No status changes recorded since RecallRadar first saw this recall on 2026-09-13 11:53 UTC. Current status: terminated.
Source
Official record: https://api.fda.gov/device/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22Z-0017-2015%22
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