China NMPA Product Recall - Aerobic microbial culture flasks

Becton, Dickinson and Company, the manufacturer, and its subsidiary, BD Medical Devices (Shanghai) Co., Ltd., have initiated a voluntary Class II recall of certain aerobic microbial culture bottles. The recall was publicly announced on October 7, 2023. The primary issue identified is the presence of duplicate barcode serial numbers on the affected product batches. This duplication could potentially lead to misidentification or improper tracking of samples in clinical settings. The regulatory oversight for this recall falls under the National Medical Products Administration (NMPA) in China, which registers these medical devices. As a required action, the company is voluntarily recalling the affected aerobic bottles, identified under National Medical Device Registration Certificate No. 20182400392. Detailed information regarding the specific models, specifications, and batch numbers impacted is available in the company's Medical Device Recall Event Report Form.