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Burlington Medical Frontal Aprons Recalled for Attenuation Degradation in 2026 (14,323 Units)

Burlington Medical recalled 14,323 Frontal Aprons sold worldwide after regulators flagged attenuation degradation over time. The aprons use Xenolite 800 shielding material. Healthcare providers should stop using the devices immediately and await instructions from Burlington Medical.

Quick Facts at a Glance

Recall Date
February 11, 2026
Hazard Level
HIGH
Brand
Burlington Medical
Category
Health & Personal Care
Sold At
Multiple Retailers
Geographic Scope
1 states
At-Risk Groups
GENERAL

Hazard Information

Potential for attenuation degradation over time, decreasing the lifespan.

What You Should Do

Patients and healthcare providers should stop using this device immediately. Follow the recall instructions provided by the manufacturer. Contact Burlington Medical, LLC or your healthcare provider for instructions. Notification method: Letter

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About This Product

Frontal aprons are radiation-shielding garments worn by healthcare workers during X-ray procedures to protect vital organs.

Why This Is Dangerous

Over time, the Xenolite 800 attenuation material may degrade, reducing shielding effectiveness and potentially increasing radiation exposure risk.

Industry Context

This recall is not described as part of a broader industry pattern in the provided data.

Real-World Impact

Hospitals and clinics may need to halt use of affected aprons and coordinate replacements, potentially impacting workflow and safety budgets.

Practical Guidance

How to identify if yours is affected

  1. Check model numbers listed in the recall against your inventory.
  2. Review manufacturing dates to see if your aprons fall within 2025-01-16 to 2026-01-21 window.
  3. Inspect UDI-DI codes if available on labels (e.g., FRONTALC18-C8F17-2XM, FRONTALC8-R8601-LF, etc.).

Where to find product info

UDI-DI labels, product tags, and device documentation.

What timeline to expect

Remedy details will be issued by Burlington Medical; expect replacement or repair guidance to follow recall notices.

If the manufacturer is unresponsive

  • Escalate to hospital compliance or safety officer.
  • Document your outreach attempts and keep records of replies.

How to prevent similar issues

  • Verify shielding material quality during procurement.
  • Ask for documentation of shielding material integrity and certification.
  • Establish a recall tracking process for all protective garments.

Documentation advice

Keep a record of the recall notice, model numbers, date codes, correspondence with the manufacturer, and any replacement shipments.

Product Details

Model numbers include C8F17 and the R8601 family, with multiple UDI-DI codes listed. Distributed worldwide, including US nationwide and international markets (Canada, Australia, Bangladesh, Chile, Hong Kong, India, Mexico, Malaysia, Panama, Singapore, Thailand, Taiwan, Uruguay, Vietnam). Manufactured with Xenolite 800 attenuation material from 2025-01-16 to 2026-01-21. Quantity: 14,323 units. Sold through worldwide distribution to healthcare facilities.

Reported Incidents

No injuries or incidents have been reported.

Key Facts

  • 14,323 units recalled
  • Worldwide distribution and nationwide US distribution
  • Two model families affected: C8F17 and R8601
  • Manufacture date range affected: 2025-01-16 to 2026-01-21
  • AXIAL shielding material Xenolite 800 used in affected units
  • High hazard level (attenuation degradation)

Safety Guide

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Safety Assessment

Risk LevelHIGH
Severity Score
8/ 10
Affected Groups
GENERAL
Injury Types
OTHER

Product Classification

Product Details

Model Numbers
C8F17
FRONTALC18-C8F17-2XM
FRONTALC8-C8F17-LF
FRONTALC8-C8F17-LM
FRONTALC8-C8F17-MF
+15 more
Affected States
ALL
Report Date
April 8, 2026
Recall Status
ACTIVE

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