# China NMPA Product Recall - Trauma Surgical Tools

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> China NMPA product recall for Trauma Surgical Tools by Zimmer Medical (Shanghai) International Trading Co., Ltd. published May 09, 2020. Recall level: Level 2 Recall. Zimmer Medical (Shanghai) International Medical Trading Co., Ltd. initiated a voluntary Class II rec

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## Details

- Record Type: CHINA_PRODUCT_RECALL
- Title: Zimmer Medical (Shanghai) International Medical Trading Co., Ltd. has initiated a voluntary recall of its trauma surgery tools.
- Company Name: Zimmer Medical (Shanghai) International Trading Co., Ltd.
- Publication Date: 2020-05-09
- Product Name: Trauma Surgical Tools
- Recall Level: Level 2 Recall
- Recall Reason: The affected products failed the cleaning capability and sterilization tests for reusable devices.
- Discovering Company: Zimmer Medical (Shanghai) International Trading Co., Ltd.
- Manufacturing Company: Zimmer Medical (Shanghai) International Trading Co., Ltd.
- Summary: Zimmer Medical (Shanghai) International Medical Trading Co., Ltd. initiated a voluntary Class II recall of its trauma surgical instruments, as reported by the Shanghai Municipal Drug Administration on May 9, 2020. The recall was prompted by the company's finding that certain reusable devices, covered under Registration Certificate No.: 国械备20160666, failed essential cleaning capability and sterilization reviews. This issue indicates a potential risk related to the products' reusability after medical procedures. The National Medical Products Administration (NMPA) oversees this regulatory action, ensuring that medical devices adhere to established safety and quality standards in China. The company is required to provide detailed information on the specific models, specifications, and batches affected by this recall in a dedicated "Medical Device Recall Event Report Form." This action underscores the critical importance of device reprocessing protocols to prevent potential harm to patients. Zimmer Medical's proactive recall demonstrates its commitment to addressing product deficiencies and complying with NMPA's regulatory expectations for medical device safety.

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