Germicidal wand Recall: BigTree BT-GERMWAND-LRG-WHT
The FDA is recalling a handheld ultraviolet-C germicidal wand distributed in the United States by BigTree Sales Inc. because it emits unsafe UVC radiation that reaches the Risk Group 3 exposure level in about 2.2 minutes. The emissions are not needed for the wand's primary purpose of disinfection and pose a risk of skin and eye injuries. The recall involves SKU BT-GERMWAND-LRG-WHT and testing occurred September 8-10, 2020; no corrective action is listed.
| Brand | BigTree Sales Inc. |
|---|---|
| Product | The product is a handheld ultraviolet-C germicidal wand and contains a narrow-diameter, tubular lamps with a peak emission wavelength in the 254 nm range. |
| Reason | 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. |
| Severity | moderate |
| Units affected | N/A |
| Distribution | U.S.A |
| Agency | FDA |
WHAT YOU SHOULD DO
- Stop using the product immediately and keep it away from eyes and skin.
- Contact BigTree Sales to arrange return, disposal, or refund per the recall notice.
- Check for updates from the FDA or the retailer on further instructions.
How to identify the recalled item
| Lot / date codes | SKU BT-GERMWAND-LRG-WHT and Testing: September 8-10, 2020 |
|---|---|
| Lot / date codes | SKU BT-GERMWAND-LRG-WHT and Testing: September 8-10, 2020 |
These are the identifiers FDA published for this recall. Most recall notices list no UPC or model number at all — if the code on your item is not shown here, that does not mean the item is excluded. Check the official notice, or contact the company.
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