# FDA recall Z-1312-2025

> **Aesculap Inc** · Class II · device recall initiated 2025-01-31.

## Product

Numerous models of nonsterile hemostatic forceps:    (1) REF BH951R, Negus Tonsil Forceps HVY-CVD 190MM;  (2) REF BH952R, Negus Tonsil Forceps X-HVY-CVD190MM;  (3) REF BH957R, Schnidt Tonsil Forceps SLT-CVD185MM;  (4) REF BH959R, Schnidt Tonsil Forceps CVD 185MM;  (5) REF BH961R, Schnidt Tonsil FCPSOPEN-RINGCVD 185MM;  (6) REF BH963R, Schnidt Tonsil FCPSOPEN-RINGCVD185MM; and  (7) REF BH965R, Wilson Tonsil Forceps 190MM.

## Reason for recall

The forceps have been used in ways not covered by the design resulting in breakage of the clamps.

## Distribution

Distribution was made nationwide and to PR.  There was also government/military distribution.    Foreign distribution was made to Canada, Bermuda, Bahamas, and Qatar.

## Key facts

- **Recall number:** Z-1312-2025
- **Recalling firm:** Aesculap Inc
- **Classification:** Class II
- **Product type:** device
- **Status:** Ongoing
- **Initiation date:** 2025-01-31
- **Report date:** 2025-03-19

- **Voluntary/Mandated:** Voluntary: Firm initiated
- **Location:** Center Valley, PA, United States

## Primary source

FDA Enforcement Reports: https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/ires/index.cfm?Product=Z-1312-2025

## Citation

> AI Analytics. FDA recall Z-1312-2025. Retrieved 2026-07-20 from https://api.ai-analytics.org/recall/Z-1312-2025. Source: US FDA. Licensed CC0.

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