Class II — Potential Health Hazard

Potential health hazard — use of or exposure to this product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences.

Fisherbrand Sterile Swabs Recalled by Fisher Scientific Co Due to A customer reported the presence of an organism...

Date: February 5, 2014
Company: Fisher Scientific Co
Status: Terminated
Source: FDA (Device)

What You Should Do

Stop using this product immediately. Do not consume, use, or distribute it.

Return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund. If you have questions, contact Fisher Scientific Co directly.

Affected Products

Fisherbrand Sterile Swabs, Calcium Alginate Fiber Tipped Aluminum Applicator Swab, .025 and .035 in Diameter, all lots, 100 per pack Fisherbrand Sterile Swabs, Calcium Alginate Fiber Tipped Plastic Applicator Swab, all lots, 100 per pack Fisherbrand Sterile Swabs, Calcium Alginate Fiber Tipped Wood Applicator Swab, all lots, 100 and 200 per pack culture collection and industrial surfaces

Quantity: 7430

Why Was This Recalled?

A customer reported the presence of an organism in a lot of Calcium Alginate Fiber Tipped Wood Applicator Swab.

Where Was This Sold?

This product was distributed nationwide across all 50 states.

Affected (51 states)Not affected

About Fisher Scientific Co

Fisher Scientific Co has 2 total recalls tracked by RecallDetector.

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Data sourced from the FDA (Device). Last updated March 26, 2026. View original report