Class II U.S. Food and Drug Administration

American Contract Systems Inc. Basic Biopsy Tray recall: Identified products were re-gassed (sterilized more than once) after

Recall published 1+ years ago

Identified products were re-gassed (sterilized more than once) after a nonconformance occurred during the initial Ethylene Oxide (EO) gas injection process. These products have not been validated for exposure to multiple sterilization cycles. Therefore, product quality, safety, and effectiveness cannot be confirmed for product that was re-gassed.

The hazard: Harmful chemical exposure

This notice concerns a chemical found in the product at a level regulators consider unsafe, which is usually caught by laboratory testing rather than by anybody noticing a problem.

What the notice says: Identified products were re-gassed (sterilized more than once) after a nonconformance occurred during the initial Ethylene Oxide (EO) gas injection process. These products have not been validated for exposure to multiple sterilization cycles. Therefore, product quality, safety, and effectiveness cannot be confirmed for product that was re-gassed.

Why it matters: A chemical that should not be present at this level was found in the product. Depending on the substance, the concern may be a burn or irritation on contact, or a long-term risk from repeated exposure.

Symptoms and when to call a doctor

For a splash or spill, rinse the skin or eyes with running water for 15 to 20 minutes and remove contaminated clothing. If the product was swallowed, or if there is any trouble breathing, call Poison Control on 1-800-222-1222, which operates free and around the clock — or 911 if the person is collapsing, struggling to breathe or unconscious. Take the container or a photo of the label with you to any appointment.

This page is general information, not medical advice. If you feel unwell, a clinician who can see you is the only person able to judge your case.

Recall details

Recall number
Z-0171-2026
Published
October 22, 2025
Risk level
Class II
Status
Ongoing
Issued by
U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Brand
American Contract Systems Inc.
Product type
Medical devices
Units affected
32,433 total
Distribution
Nationwide
Made in
United States
Lot / code info
AKRB26D UDI-DI 191072229366 Lot 7350411 Bag Serial Number 68236939; AMGL09AA UDI-DI 191072207357 Lot 8459111 Bag Serial Numbers 68678361 68678364; ANLC35AD UDI-DI 191072211477 LOT 8021911 Bag Serial Number n/a Lot 8173811 Bag Serial Numbers 17556328 17556374 17556376 17556393; ANLP25AJ UDI-DI 191072236333 Lot 8306311 Bag Serial Numbers 47862596 47862598; FYLA38E UDI-DI 191072203519 Lot 8134111 Bag Serial Number 17488260; IHDA88AH UDI-DI 191072226303 Lot 8096211 Bag serial number N/A Lot 8150511 Bag Serial number 68277361; IHLC11AE UDI-DI 191072226372 Lot 8107911 Bag Serial Number N/A Lot 8192711 Bag Serial Numbers 68195543 68196275; MHLP45AJ UDI-DI 191072236500 Lot 8527411 Bag serial number 68873222; MHRB88AO UDI-DI 191072236531 Lot 8322811 Bag serial number 68596086; RCLC51C UDI-DI 191072235930 Lot 8230311 Bag serial number N/A; SMLC53C UDI-DI 191072223029 Lot 8195611 Bag serial numbers 68198164 68198213 68198222 68198228 68198229; UDLC17AE UDI-DI 191072214072 Lot 8501711 Bag serial number 17744347; UIRU84AE UDI-DI 191072235565 Lot 8319311 Bag serial number 68244060 * If "N/A" for bag serial number, then whole lot is affected
UPC codes
191072229366, 191072207357, 191072211477, 191072236333, 191072203519, 191072226303, 191072226372, 191072236500, 191072236531, 191072235930, 191072223029, 191072214072, 191072235565

Products covered by this recall

Basic Biopsy Tray; Item Number/Description: AKRB26D ROBOTIC, AMGL09AA GENERAL LAPAROSCOPY, ANLC35AD LAP CHOLE PACK - 205956, ANLP25AJ LAPROSCOPY PACK - 205958, FYLA38E LAPCHOLAPPY PACK, IHDA88AH DIVINCI GYN URO, IHLC11AE LAP GENERAL PACK, MHLP45AJ LAPAROSCOPY PACK - 206005, MHRB88AO ROBOTIC PACK - 242561, RCLC51C LAP CHOLE RCH 0246969, SMLC53C LAP CHOLE PACK, UDLC17AE DSC LAP CHOLE PACK - 206062, UIRU84AE ROBOTIC UROLOGY PACK (PS 060571)

Check your product

The notice names 23 codes you can read straight off the package. Type the one printed on yours and the list below narrows to it.

UPC / barcode

Read the twelve digits under the barcode on the package.

  • 191072229366
  • 191072207357
  • 191072211477
  • 191072236333
  • 191072203519
  • 191072226303
  • 191072226372
  • 191072236500
  • 191072236531
  • 191072235930
  • 191072223029
  • 191072214072
  • 191072235565

Lot or batch code

Usually ink-stamped near the seam, the cap or the bottom of the pack.

  • is affected — 32
  • 433 total

Serial number

On the rating plate, often next to the date of manufacture.

  • 68236939
  • 68678361 68678364
  • 47862596 47862598
  • 17488260
  • 68873222
  • 68596086
  • 17744347
  • 68244060

Codes are lifted verbatim from the FDA — Device enforcement notice. A code that is missing here may still be covered — the official notice is the complete list.

What to do about Chemical

American Contract Systems Inc. — This notice concerns a chemical found in the product at a level regulators consider unsafe, which is usually caught by laboratory testing rather than by anybody noticing a problem.

  1. Stop using the product and keep it away from children and pets.
  2. Ventilate the room if the product was sprayed or applied there.
  3. Keep the container — the lot code on it is what a refund claim and any medical follow-up both depend on.
  4. If anyone has symptoms, call Poison Control on 1-800-222-1222 rather than guessing.

How the remedy works

CPSC recalls specify one of three remedies, and which one you get is not negotiable — but how smoothly it goes often is.

  • A refund means the purchase price back, sometimes prorated by age for durable goods. Ask how they calculated it if the figure looks low.
  • A repair kit is shipped free and is designed to be fitted at home; if you cannot fit it, ask whether they will arrange installation.
  • A replacement is usually the current model, not the recalled one. Confirm the replacement is not itself under recall.
  • Several recalls now ask you to destroy the item and send a photo as proof. Register the claim before you do that, never after.

Company contact: American Contract Systems Inc. — 1601 Se Gateway Dr Ste 120, Grimes, IA, 50111-5223

The official notice

This page summarises a notice published by U.S. Food and Drug Administration. The agency notice is the authoritative version — read it before you act, and treat it as the final word if anything here looks different.

Open the FDA — Device enforcement record U.S. Food and Drug Administration recalls

Questions people ask about this recall

Why was American Contract Systems Inc. medical devices recalled?

Identified products were re-gassed (sterilized more than once) after a nonconformance occurred during the initial Ethylene Oxide (EO) gas injection process. These products have not been validated for exposure to multiple sterilization cycles. Therefore, product quality, safety, and effectiveness cannot be confirmed for product that was re-gassed. Identified products were re-gassed (sterilized more than once) after a nonconformance occurred during the initial Ethylene Oxide (EO) gas injection process. These products have not been validated for exposure to multiple sterilization cycles…

How do I know if I have the recalled product?

Match the codes printed on your package against the notice: UPC 191072229366, 191072207357, 191072211477; lot code is affected — 32, 433 total. If the code on your package is not on that list, your unit is outside the recall.

What should I do with it right now?

Stop using the product and keep it away from children and pets.

Can I get my money back?

A refund means the purchase price back, sometimes prorated by age for durable goods. Ask how they calculated it if the figure looks low.

Where was the recalled product sold?

It was distributed nationwide.

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