HIGH

Taizhou Kangping Medical 3.85 Million Cartons of BZK Antiseptic Towelettes Recalled for Sterility LQ

Taizhou Kangping Medical recalled 3.85 million cartons of BZK Antiseptic Towelettes for external use. The U.S. FDA listing cites lack of assurance of sterility as the reason for recall. Consumers and healthcare providers should stop using this product immediately and contact the manufacturer for guidance.

Quick Facts at a Glance

Recall Date
July 22, 2025
Hazard Level
HIGH
Brand
Taizhou Kangping Medical Science And Technology Co.
Category
Health & Personal Care
Sold At
Unknown
Geographic Scope
1 states
At-Risk Groups
GENERAL, PREGNANT, PETS

Hazard Information

Lack of Assurance of Sterility.

What You Should Do

Consumers and healthcare providers should stop using this product immediately. Contact Taizhou Kangping Medical Science And Technology Co., Ltd. or your healthcare provider for guidance. Notification method: Letter

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About This Product

BZK antiseptic towelettes are used for external antiseptic purposes in clinical or professional settings. They come in cartons of 100 and are intended for professional use.

Why This Is Dangerous

Lack of sterility assurance could lead to infection or contamination when used externally, especially in clinical environments.

Industry Context

This recall is not part of a broader industry pattern at this time.

Real-World Impact

High-risk for healthcare settings. Requires immediate cessation and switching to verified sterile products. Could disrupt infection-control protocols.

Practical Guidance

How to identify if yours is affected

  1. 1. Check NDC 71310-111-01 on carton.
  2. 2. Compare model numbers: 220583459, 230553459, 232743459, 110523, 031524, 052224, 247793459.
  3. 3. Confirm carton says 100 towelettes per carton and sterile, for external use only.

Where to find product info

FDA recall page with enforcement report D-0589-2025; manufacturer contact on recall notice.

What timeline to expect

Refunds or replacements typically processed within 4-8 weeks depending on supplier.

If the manufacturer is unresponsive

  • Document all contact attempts
  • Escalate to FDA recall with consumer complaint
  • File a store-level complaint if purchased via distributor

How to prevent similar issues

  • Verify sterility certifications before purchasing sterile products
  • Prefer U.S.-made or FDA-inspected suppliers when possible
  • Validate NDC and lot numbers before use

Documentation advice

Keep packaging, purchase receipts, and recall notices; record dates of communication with manufacturer.

Product Details

Model numbers: 220583459, 230553459, 232743459, 110523, 031524, 052224, 247793459. Distribution: New York. Quantity: 3.85 million cartons. NDC: 71310-111-01. Sold for professional use. Manufactured by Taizhou Kangping Medical Science And Technology Co. Ltd., Taizhou, Jiangsu, China. Recall date: 2025-07-22. Status: Active.

Reported Incidents

No specific injuries or incidents are listed in the provided data.

Key Facts

  • 3.85 million cartons recalled
  • NDC 71310-111-01
  • Manufactured in Taizhou, Jiangsu, China
  • Product: BZK Antiseptic Towelettes, benzalkonium chloride 0.13%
  • Hazard: Lack of Assurance of Sterility
  • Status: Active as of 2025-08-27

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Safety Assessment

Risk LevelHIGH
Severity Score
8/ 10
Affected Groups
GENERALPREGNANTPETS
Injury Types
POISONINGELECTRICAL

Product Details

Model Numbers
220583459
230553459
232743459
110523
031524
+2 more
Affected States
NY
Report Date
August 27, 2025
Source Agency
FDA - Drug Safety
Recall Status
ACTIVE

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