Database updated: 27 October 2026
Safety Information
Medsafe Online Recall Database
Detail of Recall
| Type of Product: | Device |
| Medsafe Reference: | 24295 |
| Brand Name: | Coated VICRYL (Polyglactin 910) Suture |
| Model: | |
| Affected: | Product Code # J840D, Lot # MGK812 |
| Software version: | |
| Recalling Organisation: | Johnson & Johnson (New Zealand) Limited 507 Mt Wellington Highway Mt Wellington AUCKLAND 1060 |
| Contact Information: | 0800 922 638 |
| Manufacturer: | Ethicon Inc |
| Issue: | The manufacturer has identifierd that one product code and lot of VICRYL Suture may contain product that does not match the sales unit carton and foil label. The mixed suture may be a different size or type than indicated on the label. The physical product inside the suture tray matches the product noted on the lid of the tray inside the foil pouch. |
| Recall action type: | Recall |
| Recall action: | Product to be returned to supplier |
| Level of recall: | Hospital/Pharmacy/Laboratory |
| Date Commenced: | 12/3/2019 |
