Quick Facts at a Glance
- Recall Date
- March 11, 2026
- Hazard Level
- HIGH
- Brands
- SODIUM CHLORIDE, Becton Dickinson and Company
- Category
- Health & Personal Care
- Sold At
- Multiple Retailers
- Geographic Scope
- 1 states
- At-Risk Groups
- GENERAL, PREGNANT, INFANTS
What to Do Now
Use this page like a recall checklist: verify the product first, then act on the official remedy.
Immediate steps
- 1Stop using the product until you confirm whether it is included in the recall.
- 2Compare the product label, model number, UPC, color, size, and purchase location against the identifiers below.
- 3Follow the official remedy from FDA - Drug Safety; save photos, receipts, labels, and correspondence before contacting the company.
- 4If the product could harm a child, older adult, pet, or patient, move it out of reach immediately.
Check these identifiers
- Brand
- SODIUM CHLORIDE, Becton Dickinson and Company
- Product type
- Intravenous (IV) saline solution
- Model numbers
- Batch# 6402153, Exp Date: 11/30/2026, Batch# 6402297, 6402298, Exp Date: 01/31/2027, Batch# 6402377, 6402378, 6402379 +12 more
- UPC codes
- 17271-701, 17271-701-02, 17271-701-03, 17271-701-05, 17271-701-06, 17271-701-07
- Sizes
- 100 mL
- Sold at
- Multiple Retailers
- Where affected
- ALL
Recall Timeline
Key dates and source checks for this recall record.
Recall announced
March 11, 2026
Reported by FDA DRUG
April 15, 2026
RecallRadar source check
April 22, 2026
Consumer action
Use the official remedy and keep documentation.
Hazard Information
Lack of Assurance of Sterility
What You Should Do
Consumers and healthcare providers should stop using this product immediately. Contact Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC or your healthcare provider for guidance. Notification method: Letter
About This Product
0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection is a sterile IV solution used for fluid and electrolyte management in medical settings. It is packaged in 100 mL single-dose freeflex bags.
Why This Is Dangerous
Lack of assurance of sterility means the solution may be contaminated, posing infection or sepsis risk when administered IV.
Industry Context
This recall is not part of a broader industry pattern in the provided data.
Real-World Impact
Healthcare facilities must identify affected lots and quarantine them. The recall carries a high safety urgency due to potential infection risk.
Practical Guidance
How to identify if yours is affected
- Verify NDC 17271-701-03 on the product label.
Where to find product info
NDC and batch numbers on label; recall notice via FDA enforcement page
What timeline to expect
Refund or replacement details to be provided by manufacturer; expect communications by letter or facility channels
If the manufacturer is unresponsive
- Escalate with facility risk management
- File a MedWatch adverse event if needed
- Consult purchasing vendor for replacement stock
How to prevent similar issues
- Verify sterility status before use
- Source IV solutions from reputable suppliers with traceability
- Maintain updated recall communications in facility risk logs
Documentation advice
Document lot numbers, expiry dates, and dates of notification; keep correspondence with Fresenius Kabi and facility records
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Product Details
Product: 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection, USP, 900 mg per 100 mL (9 mg per mL) 100 mL in a single-dose freeflex bag. Manufacturer: Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC. Distributor: BD Beckton Dickinson and Company. Sold in: United States nationwide, including Alaska and Puerto Rico. NDC: 17271-701-03. Classification: Class II. Recall date: 2026-03-11. Status: ACTIVE. Units affected: Not specified in provided data.
Reported Incidents
No specific injuries or incidents are mentioned in the provided data.
Key Facts
- High hazard level
- Unit sizes: 100 mL single-dose freeflex bags
- Expirations listed include 11/2026 to 05/2027
- Bases: 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection, USP
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