# FDA recall Z-2496-2019

> **Aesculap Implant Systems LLC** · Class II · device recall initiated 2019-08-07.

## Product

CAIMAN DISP.INSTR.ARTICULAT.D:12/240MM  REF: PL730SU - Product Usage: Instrument intended for use in general surgery and gynecologic procedures where ligation and division of vessels is desired.

## Reason for recall

possibility of the sterility batch being insufficiently sterilized

## Distribution

US Nationwide distribution in the state of CA.

## Key facts

- **Recall number:** Z-2496-2019
- **Recalling firm:** Aesculap Implant Systems LLC
- **Classification:** Class II
- **Product type:** device
- **Status:** Terminated
- **Initiation date:** 2019-08-07
- **Report date:** 2019-09-18
- **Termination date:** 2020-05-12

- **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-2496-2019

## Citation

> AI Analytics. FDA recall Z-2496-2019. Retrieved 2026-06-05 from https://api.ai-analytics.org/recall/Z-2496-2019. Source: US FDA. Licensed CC0.

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