BigTree Sales Inc. recalled a handheld ultraviolet-C germicidal wand on August 29, 2025, due to unsafe levels of UVC radiation. The product can cause skin and eye injuries to users and nearby individuals. Consumers must stop using the device immediately and follow the manufacturer's instructions.
The subject product emits unsafe level of UVC radiation (i.e., the product reaches the exposure limit for Risk Group 3 (high risk) in about 2.2 minutes). The product has a radiation safety defect, in that these radiation emissions are unnecessary to the accomplishment of the product s primary purpose of disinfecting objects and surfaces, and create a risk of skin and/or eye injuries to user and nearby persons.
Patients and healthcare providers should stop using this device immediately. Follow the recall instructions provided by the manufacturer. Contact BigTree Sales Inc. or your healthcare provider for instructions. Notification method: N/A
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The recall involves the handheld ultraviolet-C germicidal wand model SKU BT-GERMWAND-LRG-WHT. It was distributed in the U.S.A. The recall date is August 29, 2025.
The product emits unsafe levels of UVC radiation, reaching the exposure limit for Risk Group 3 in about 2.2 minutes. This radiation is unnecessary for the product's intended use of disinfecting surfaces.
There are no reported incidents or injuries at this time. However, the potential for skin and eye injuries exists.
Stop using the device immediately. Contact BigTree Sales Inc. or your healthcare provider for further instructions.
For more details, visit the FDA recall page or contact BigTree Sales Inc. directly. Further instructions will be provided by the manufacturer.
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