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BD ChloraPrep FREPP Clear,(2% w/v chlorhexidine gluconate (CHG) and 70% v/v isopropyl alcohol (IPA)) 1.5 mL A… recall

CareFusion 213, LLC recalled BD ChloraPrep FREPP Clear,(2% w/v chlorhexidine gluconate (CHG) and 70% v/v isopropyl alcohol (IPA)) 1.5 mL A… on July 1, 2026 because of non-Sterility: Due to presence of Aspergillus penicillioides. It was sold nationwide.

Why it was recalled

Non-Sterility: Due to presence of Aspergillus penicillioides. And Lack of Assurance of Sterility: Due to wrinkles in the paper lidding which may breach the seal area.

What's recalled

BD ChloraPrep FREPP Clear,(2% w/v chlorhexidine gluconate (CHG) and 70% v/v isopropyl alcohol (IPA)) 1.5 mL Applicator, 20 Applicators, Sterile Solution, Care Fusion 213, LLC, El Paso, TX 79912, subsidiary of Beckton, Dickinson and Co., NDC 54365-400-30.

Quantity: 178,000 applicators

What to do

Check whether you have the product (match the lot numbers, dates or codes in the official notice). Stop using it, and return it or throw it away as the notice says.

Read the official FDA notice