Reported Jul 16, 2014 · Terminated

3M Attest Auto-reader. Model numbers 390, 390G,and 490. These devices incubate the biological indicators (BIs) to…

3M Company - Health Care Business

Moderate riskThis product could cause temporary or reversible health problems — stop using it.

What you should do

Stop using the affected lot and contact the recalling firm for the return or refund process. Check the FDA enforcement report for lot-level detail.

Firm contact: 3M Company - Health Care Business · 3M Center 2510 Conway Ave , B# 275-5-W-6 · Saint Paul, MN · 55144

Is this the product you have?

  • 3M Attest Auto-reader. Model numbers 390, 390G,and 490. These devices incubate the biological indicators (BIs) to determine a positive or negative result for the sterilization cycle.
Lot codes and dates
  • All serial numbers.
Amount recalled
5343 (2621 USA, 2722 OUS)

Where it was sold

Why it was recalled

Labeling on units shipped prior to May 16th, 2014 did not contain the statement "This product contains dry natural rubber" as required by the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for medical devices. The non-slip pads at the bottom of the unit contain dry natural rubber. One incident of an allergic reaction in a sensitized individual has been reported.

This product could cause temporary or reversible health problems — stop using it.

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Where this came from

Source: U.S. Food & Drug Administration (openFDA)

Read the FDA (openFDA device enforcement) notice

Notice updated Jun 3, 2015 · Data as of Sep 19, 5:19 PM UTC

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