China NMPA Product Recall - Blood/Fluid Warmer Device for Single Use

The National Medical Products Administration (NMPA) announced a voluntary product recall initiated by 3M Company, specifically its 3M Health Care division. Reported on December 16, 2022, by Minnesota Mining Manufacturing (Shanghai) International Trading Co., Ltd., the recall pertains to a Blood/Fluid Warmer Device for Single Use. The core issue driving this action is a manufacturing problem impacting the automatic air vent/defoamer component within specific models and batches of the product. This defect necessitates the voluntary removal or correction of the affected devices to ensure patient safety. Operating under the NMPA's regulatory framework in China, 3M Health Care proactively undertook this recall. While the specific recall level was not detailed in the provided notice, the company's initiative, under registration certificate number 20163142341, reflects a commitment to addressing product deficiencies and preventing potential risks. Further details on affected products are available in the accompanying Medical Device Recall Event Report Form.