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Burlington Medical Half Aprons Recalled for Attenuation Degradation Risk (2026)

Burlington Medical recalled 402 Half Aprons sold worldwide after potential attenuation degradation. Attenuation material Xenolite 800 may degrade over time, reducing shielding lifespan. Patients and healthcare providers should stop using the aprons immediately and contact Burlington Medical for recall instructions.

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

Radiation shielding half aprons are used during radiology procedures to protect patients from scatter radiation.

Why This Is Dangerous

Attenuation material degradation over time could reduce shielding effectiveness and lifespan, potentially increasing radiation exposure risk.

Industry Context

This recall is not part of a broader industry pattern.

Real-World Impact

With 402 units distributed worldwide, patients and healthcare providers face potential exposure risk if shielding degrades. Immediate cessation of use is advised until remedies are provided.

Practical Guidance

How to identify if yours is affected

  1. Check model numbers against the affected list: R8HALF1B, R8HALF1H, R8HALF2B, R8HALF2H, R8HALF3B, R8HALF3H, R8HALF4B, R8HALF4H, R8HALF5B, R8HALF5H, R8HALF6B, R8HALF6H, R8HALFSETB, R8HALFSETH, S8HALF1H, S8HALF2B, S8HALF2H, S8HALF3B, S8HALF3H, S8HALF4B
  2. Identify Xenolite 800 material on units and verify manufacture dates 01/16/2025 to 01/21/2026.
  3. Check UDI-DI codes where available on the label.

Where to find product info

UDI-DI on product label, packaging, or documentation; recall notice provides model list.

What timeline to expect

4-8 weeks for refund or replacement processing once a remedy is issued by Burlington Medical.

If the manufacturer is unresponsive

  • Document all communications with Burlington Medical.
  • Escalate to the FDA CDRH or the local regulatory authority if the supplier remains unresponsive.
  • Consider legal counsel for unresolved cases involving potential exposure risk.

How to prevent similar issues

  • Inspect shielding materials for wear or fading; avoid using older shielding with known material degradation trends.
  • Ask suppliers for clear material specifications and shielding integrity testing results.
  • Follow storage guidelines to minimize wear and tear on shielding aprons.

Documentation advice

Keep recall letter, model numbers, UDI-DI codes, and all correspondence. Photograph the labels and packaging for records.

Product Details

Model numbers affected include R8HALF1B, R8HALF1H, R8HALF2B, R8HALF2H, R8HALF3B, R8HALF3H, R8HALF4B, R8HALF4H, R8HALF5B, R8HALF5H, R8HALF6B, R8HALF6H, R8HALFSETB, R8HALFSETH, S8HALF1H, S8HALF2B, S8HALF2H, S8HALF3B, S8HALF3H, S8HALF4B. UDI-DI codes corresponding to each model are provided in the recall notice. Manufactured with Xenolite 800 attenuation material from 01/16/2025 to 01/21/2026. Quantity: 402 units. Distribution: Worldwide with US distribution and international distribution to Canada, Australia, Bangladesh, Chile, Hong Kong, India, Mexico, Malaysia, Panama, Singapore, Thailand,Taiw

Reported Incidents

No injuries or incidents have been reported.

Key Facts

  • 402 units recalled
  • Worldwide distribution
  • Models affected span R8HALF1B through S8HALF4B
  • Xenolite 800 attenuation material used
  • Manufacture dates 01/16/2025 to 01/21/2026
  • No reported injuries to date

Safety Guide

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Safety Assessment

Risk LevelHIGH
Severity Score
7/ 10
Affected Groups
GENERAL
Injury Types
OTHER

Product Classification

Product TypeRadiation Shielding Apron (Half Apron)
Sold At
Multiple Retailers

Product Details

Model Numbers
R8HALF1B
R8HALF1H
R8HALF2B
R8HALF2H
R8HALF3B
+15 more
Affected States
ALL
Report Date
April 8, 2026
Recall Status
ACTIVE

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