Class II U.S. Food and Drug Administration

American Contract Systems Inc. Medical convenience kits 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

A chemical contaminant is behind this recall. The official notice names the substance, and that name is what a clinician or Poison Control will want to hear.

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-0184-2026
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
AMEX26AA UDI-DI 191072207340 lot 7958811 bag serial number N/A; ANSH14AF UDI-DI 00191072214461 lot 8137411 bag serial numbers 68274173 68274192; EVAH76H UDI-DI 191072221858 lot 8367611 bag serial number 68566760; FDSA15M UDI-DI 191072185396 lot 8076011 bag serial number 68117299; GRTS90G UDI-DI 191072208262 lot 8532411 bag serial number N/A; HGHI26G UDI-DI 191072212559 lot 8161611 bag serial number N/A; HJTO25C UDI-DI 191072105684 lot 8071011 bag serial numbers 17505916 17506159; HNEX60L 191072193643 lot 8487711 bag serial number 68641794; IAHD53C UDI-DI 191072232564 lot 8128911 bag serial number 47395092; IASH65A UDI-DI 191072224477 lot 8058211 bag serial number N/A; IHUE40AI UDI-DI 191072234100 lot 8181611 bag serial number N/A; ILTJ47AA UDI-DI 197012208279 lot 8518611 bag serial number 68865822; LMHP14Z UDI-DI 191072202932 lot 8136111 bag serial number N/A; LMSN44AE UDI-DI 191072236265 lot 8450311 bag serial number N/A; MHHP25H UDI-DI 191072214983 lot 7986811 bag serial number N/A; MHTH90AJ UDI-DI 191072216120 lot 7982511 bag serial number N/A; MWAH32P UDI-DI 191072208538 lot 7974911 bag serial number N/A; MWTK13AH UDI-DI 191072225344 lot 8040111 bag serial number N/A; PLOR89H UDI-DI 191072225740 lot 8172511 bag serial numbers 47394380 47498107; RCUE81B UDI-DI 191072226266 lot 8065011 bag serial number 68137959; TSTH54D UDI-DI 191072229878 lot 8411811 bag serial number 68666214; UDEX85Y UDI-DI 191072216267 lot 8047611 bag serial number N/A; UDHD69U UDI-DI 191072216298 lot 7991811 bag serial number 17402072; UDKN68AH UDI-DI 191072226013 lot 8046511 bag serial number 68045970; UIHN18AW UDI-DI 191072228956 lot 8025311 bag serial number 68153870; UIHN18AX UDI-DI 191072234049 lot 8192211 bag serial number 68195746; UIKN28AR UDI-DI 191072228970 lot 8049011 bag serial number 68135550; UISO44I UDI-DI 191072205407 lot 8027311 bag serial number 68153822 * If bag serial number is listed as "N/A", then whole lot is affected
UPC codes
191072207340, 00191072214461, 191072221858, 191072185396, 191072208262, 191072212559, 191072105684, 191072193643, 191072232564, 191072224477, 191072234100, 197012208279, 191072202932, 191072236265, 191072214983, 191072216120, 191072208538, 191072225344, 191072225740, 191072226266

Products covered by this recall

Medical convenience kits Item Number/Description ANSH14AF SHOULDER PACK - 205962 EVAH76H ANTERIOR HIP PACK FDSA15M SHOULDER ARTHROSCOPY GRTS90G TOTAL SHPULDER PACK HGHI26G HIP PINNING PACK HJTO25C TOTAL HIP ACCESSORY PACK HNEX60L EXTREMITY PACK IAHD53C HAND PACK IASH65A SHOULDER PACK IHUE40AI UPPER EXTREMITY PK| STRL F G ILTJ47AA TOTAL JOINT PACK LMHP14Z ORIF HIP, ST LUKES METHODIS LMSN44AE SPINAL PACK MHHP25H HAND PACK - 206002 MHTH90AJ TOTAL HIP PACK - 206016 MWAH32P ANTERIOR HIP PACK MWTK13AH TOTAL KNEE PLOR89H ORTHO MINOR PACK RCUE81B UPPER EXTREMITY RCH 0247031 TSTH54D TOTAL HIP TRAY UDEX85Y DSC EXTREMITY - 206050 UDHD69U HAND PACK - 206055 UDKN68AH CUSTOM KNEE - 206061 UIHN18AW ACS HAND PACK (PS 020640) UIHN18AX ACS HAND PACK (PS 020640) UIKN28AR ASC KNEE PACK (PS 020641) UISO44I SFCH SMALL ORTHO PACK (PS 143213)

Check your product

The notice names 39 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.

  • 191072207340
  • 00191072214461
  • 191072221858
  • 191072185396
  • 191072208262
  • 191072212559
  • 191072105684
  • 191072193643
  • 191072232564
  • 191072224477
  • 191072234100
  • 197012208279
  • 191072202932
  • 191072236265
  • 191072214983
  • 191072216120
  • 191072208538
  • 191072225344
  • 191072225740
  • 191072226266

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.

  • 68274173 68274192
  • 68566760
  • 68117299
  • 17505916 17506159
  • 68641794
  • 47395092
  • 68865822
  • 47394380 47498107
  • 68137959
  • 68666214
  • 17402072
  • 68045970
  • 68153870
  • 68195746
  • 68135550
  • 68153822

Package size

Match the net weight or the piece count on the front of the pack.

  • 60 L

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. — A chemical contaminant is behind this recall. The official notice names the substance, and that name is what a clinician or Poison Control will want to hear.

  1. Stop using the product and keep it away from children and pets.
  2. If anyone has symptoms, call Poison Control on 1-800-222-1222 rather than guessing.
  3. Do not pour it down a drain or into a bin without checking local hazardous-waste rules, and never mix it with another cleaner.
  4. Ventilate the room if the product was sprayed or applied there.

Claiming your refund, repair or replacement

The recalling company decides the remedy and funds it. You should never pay for a recall repair or for return shipping.

  • Use the company contact on this page first. Most firms run a dedicated recall page with a claim form that is far quicker than their main support line.
  • If you bought it from a retailer rather than the brand, try both. Target, Walmart and Amazon often refund recalled goods from the order history.
  • If the company stops responding, escalate to the CPSC. Firms under a recall order have reporting duties to the agency.
  • Have the model number, the date code and your photos ready. Many companies issue store credit by default — ask for cash or a card reversal if you would rather have it.

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 191072207340, 00191072214461, 191072221858; 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?

Use the company contact on this page first. Most firms run a dedicated recall page with a claim form that is far quicker than their main support line.

Where was the recalled product sold?

It was distributed nationwide.

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