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B Braun Medical Inc. Recalls 28,344 IV Administration Sets Linked to Backflow and Occlusion Risks (Z

B Braun Medical Inc. recalls 28,344 IV administration sets used with several BBMI infusion pumps after reports of backflow and occlusion risks. The recall covers a catalog number 470179 device distributed worldwide including the U.S., Canada, Germany, Guatemala and Singapore. The issue involves potential backflow from secondary IV containers into primary containers and the inability to prime the管.

Official notice
BBraun MedicalB Braun MedicalHealth & Personal CareMedical DevicesCatalog Number: 470179Primary UDI-DI: 04046964773181Unit of Dose UDI-DI: 04046964773174

Source-backed recall notice

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Official source
FDA DEVICE
Recall date
October 29, 2025
Status
ACTIVE
Severity
8/10

Quick Facts at a Glance

Recall Date
October 29, 2025
Hazard Level
HIGH
Brands
BBraun Medical, B Braun Medical
Category
Health & Personal Care
Sold At
Unknown
At-Risk Groups
GENERAL, PREGNANT, PREGNANT

What to Do Now

Use this page like a recall checklist: verify the product first, then act on the official remedy.

Immediate steps

  1. 1Stop using the product until you confirm whether it is included in the recall.
  2. 2Compare the product label, model number, UPC, color, size, and purchase location against the identifiers below.
  3. 3Follow the official remedy from FDA - Medical Devices; save photos, receipts, labels, and correspondence before contacting the company.
  4. 4If the product could harm a child, older adult, pet, or patient, move it out of reach immediately.

Check these identifiers

Brand
BBraun Medical, B Braun Medical
Product type
IV Administration Set
Model numbers
Catalog Number: 470179, Primary UDI-DI: 04046964773181, Unit of Dose UDI-DI: 04046964773174
Sizes
103 IN.
Sold at
Unknown

Recall Timeline

Key dates and source checks for this recall record.

  1. Recall announced

    October 29, 2025

  2. Reported by FDA DEVICE

    December 3, 2025

  3. RecallRadar source check

    April 18, 2026

  4. Consumer action

    Use the official remedy and keep documentation.

Hazard Information

Potential for backflow of medication from secondary (piggyback) IV containers into primary IV containers and the inability to prime (occlusion).

What You Should Do

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

About This Product

IV administration sets are used to deliver intravenous medications via gravity or pump systems. This recall targets sets used with BBMI infusion pumps including Infusomat Space Large Volume Pump, Outlook Pump, and Vista Basic Pump.

Why This Is Dangerous

Backflow can cause medication to flow into the wrong container and occlusion can prevent proper priming, risking incorrect dosing or contamination.

Industry Context

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

Real-World Impact

Hospitals and clinics must halt use of affected sets; facilities may need to inspect inventory and replace with safe alternatives, potentially impacting patient care timelines.

Practical Guidance

How to identify if yours is affected

  1. Check Catalog Number 470179
  2. Inspect packaging and labels for 470179 before use

Where to find product info

Recall details at FDA enforcement page Z-0688-2026

What timeline to expect

Remediation timelines not specified; expect supplier coordination for replacement within weeks

If the manufacturer is unresponsive

  • Escalate to hospital procurement
  • File a formal safety complaint with CPSC if consumer-level information becomes available

How to prevent similar issues

  • Verify catalog numbers and UDIs before installation
  • Maintain updated device records
  • Use only compatible IV sets with BBMI pumps

Documentation advice

Retain recall notice, document lot numbers, purchase dates, and correspondence with supplier

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Product Details

IV ADMIN SET W/ B/C VALVE, 103 IN. Catalog Number: 470179. Primary UDI-DI: 04046964773181. Unit UDI-DI: 04046964773174. Expiration: Earliest Exp of Component or 36 months. Sold worldwide, including US, Canada, Germany, Guatemala, Singapore.

Reported Incidents

No specific incident counts are provided in the filing. The recall is classified as HIGH hazard.

Key Facts

  • Distribution: Worldwide including US, Canada, Germany, Guatemala, Singapore
  • Recall date: 2025-10-29; Report date: 2025-12-03

Safety Guide

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Safety Assessment

Risk LevelHIGH
Severity Score
8/ 10
Affected Groups
GENERALPREGNANTPREGNANTPREGNANTINFANTSCHILDRENELDERLYPETS
Injury Types
ELECTRICALLACERATIONPOISONINGSUFFOCATIONOTHER

Product Details

Model Numbers
Catalog Number: 470179
Primary UDI-DI: 04046964773181
Unit of Dose UDI-DI: 04046964773174
Report Date
December 3, 2025
Recall Status
ACTIVE

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