# FDA recall Z-1406-2023

> **Avanos Medical, Inc.** · Class II · device recall initiated 2023-02-03.

## Product

Avanos Ballard Oral Care Swab, Bulk Packed, Product Codes:  a) 12241, b) 12243, c) 12251

## Reason for recall

Incorrect expiration date.

## Distribution

Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide and the countries of Canada, Germany, Netherlands, France, Switzerland, Great Britain, Israel, and India.

## Key facts

- **Recall number:** Z-1406-2023
- **Recalling firm:** Avanos Medical, Inc.
- **Classification:** Class II
- **Product type:** device
- **Status:** Terminated
- **Initiation date:** 2023-02-03
- **Report date:** 2023-04-26
- **Termination date:** 2024-08-19

- **Voluntary/Mandated:** Voluntary: Firm initiated
- **Location:** Alpharetta, GA, United States

## Primary source

FDA Enforcement Reports: https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/ires/index.cfm?Product=Z-1406-2023

## Citation

> AI Analytics. FDA recall Z-1406-2023. Retrieved 2026-06-25 from https://api.ai-analytics.org/recall/Z-1406-2023. Source: US FDA. Licensed CC0.

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