Z-0153-2027 Class II Ongoing

Recalled by Ethicon, LLC — San Lorenzo, PR

FDA device recall Z-0153-2027 was initiated by Ethicon, LLC on Sep 8, 2026 and is designated Class II. Reason for recall: Silk sutures, indicated for use in cardiovascular, ophthalmic and neurological procedures, packaged with alcohol-based fluid, not part of product design, that if discovered prior to use may cause… The recall status is ongoing. Affected quantity: 1764.

Recall Details

Product Type
Devices
Report Date
Oct 21, 2026
Initiation Date
Sep 8, 2026
Voluntary/Mandated
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Product Quantity
1764

Product Description

PERMA-HAND Silk Black Braided Sterile Nonabsorbable Surgical Suture, 1X18" TF-5, Product Code: N271H

Reason for Recall

Silk sutures, indicated for use in cardiovascular, ophthalmic and neurological procedures, packaged with alcohol-based fluid, not part of product design, that if discovered prior to use may cause surgical delay. If used, fluid could cause reduced suture tensile strength or knot security, tissue irritation/inflammatory tissue response, and treatment failure, including wound dehiscence/bleeding.

Distribution Pattern

Worldwide - US Nationwide distribution in the states of SC, PA, TX, CA, ID, LA, MO, AL, NC, UT, IL, MA, OH, AZ, TN, OK, NE, ME, IN, WI, FL, CO, WY, NH, NY, NC, MN and the country of CA.

Code Information

UDI-DI:Box/Unit: 30705031047369/10705031047365. Lot: RLBDPJ. Expiration: SEPTEMBER 30, 2026

Source

Dataset
openFDA device recall enforcement reports
FDA record
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Enforcement Report
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openFDA file date
Oct 26, 2026
Loaded by RegDataLab
Oct 27, 2026

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