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Type of Product	Medical Device
TGA Recall Reference	RC-2013-RN-00244-1
Product Name/Description	Kimguard Container Filters 7.5in (19cm) round & 9x9in (23x23cm) square (Used for wrapping medical devices prior to sterilisation) Product code: 68507 Lot numbers: MF1284XXX, MF1287XXX, MF1294XXX, MF1316XXX, MF2012XXX, MF2055XXX, MF2086XXX, MF2098XXX, MF2115XXX, MF2146XXX, MF2178XXX, MF2188XXX, MF2196XXX, MF2210XXX, MF2228XXX, MF2243XXX, MF2264XXX, MF2271XXX, MF2285XXX,MF2328XXX, MF2338XXX Product code: 68509 Lot numbers: MF1279XXX, MF1287XXX, MF1288XXX ARTG Number: 127021
Recall Action Level	Hospital
Recall Action Classification	Class II
Recall Action Commencement Date	21/03/2013
Responsible Entity	Kimberly Clark Aust Pty Ltd
Reason/Issue	These products may have thin areas which could potentially compromise the ability of the filter to maintain a sterile barrier.
Recall Action	Recall
Recall Action Instructions	Customers are requested to inspect their stock and quarantine any affected lots. Kimberly Clark Australia will arrange for the return of all affected units.
Contact Information	1800 812 255 - Kimberly Clark Australia