# FDA recall Z-2206-2023

> **MEDLINE INDUSTRIES, LP - Northfield** · Class II · device recall initiated 2023-05-12.

## Product

Medline O.R. Scissors, S/B, Sterile, 5.5, Model #DYND04000

## Reason for recall

The scissors were manufactured without a tip protector resulting in the scissors breaking through the semi-rigid plastic tray compromising sterility.

## Distribution

US Nationwide distribution. There was government distribution but no military or foreign distribution.

## Key facts

- **Recall number:** Z-2206-2023
- **Recalling firm:** MEDLINE INDUSTRIES, LP - Northfield
- **Classification:** Class II
- **Product type:** device
- **Status:** Ongoing
- **Initiation date:** 2023-05-12
- **Report date:** 2023-07-26

- **Voluntary/Mandated:** Voluntary: Firm initiated
- **Location:** Northfield, IL, United States

## Primary source

FDA Enforcement Reports: https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/ires/index.cfm?Product=Z-2206-2023

## Citation

> AI Analytics. FDA recall Z-2206-2023. Retrieved 2026-07-03 from https://api.ai-analytics.org/recall/Z-2206-2023. Source: US FDA. Licensed CC0.

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