Product Update Becton Dickinson UK Ltd Blood Collection Sets FNG85119, FNG85115, KFK580 and KFK581 (ICN 3157)

Change:

• The supplier Becton Dickinson UK Ltd has informed us of a discontinuation with its Blood Collection Sets.
• There are four products affected:
• • FNG85119 – Blood Collection Set Safety with Holder 21G Ultratouch push button 7inch tube Sterile
  • FNG85115 – Blood Collection Set Safety with Holder 25G Ultratouch push button 7inch tube Sterile
  • KFK580 – Blood Collection Set Safety with Holder 21G Disposable with 178mm tubing
  • KFK581 – Blood Collection Set Safety with Holder 23G Disposable with 178mm tubing.
• The supplier is pausing production of these lines to enhance the efficiency of their manufacturing facilities.

Impact:          

• FNG85119 and FNG85115 are no longer available and in the process of being delisted from our online catalogue.
• KFK580 and KFK581 are available while our remaining stocks last before being delisted.
• Potential indirect alternative products are available to order through our online catalogue.
• See our Downloads ▼ section to access the product listing below for further information on the affected product codes and potential alternatives and the customer letter.

Next Steps:              

• Customers are advised to log into our website to view the potential indirect alternative products.
• If you have any further questions, please contact your local NHS Supply Chain Customer Services Advisor.

Please note that due to the clinical nature of these alternative products, we advise you to consult your own clinical experts to ensure suitability for your organisations use of these products.