Supply Issues Becton Dickinson UK Ltd Woking Mesh Multiple Products (ICN 1887)

• The supplier Becton Dickinson UK Ltd has informed us that the supply issue with its Mesh products has improved.
• 10 product codes are now available to order through our online catalogue.
• Two product codes remain unavailable to order:
  • FVQ1119 and FVQ1503.
• See our Downloads ▼ section to access the product listing for further information on the affected product codes and potential alternatives.
• The supply issue is anticipated to be resolved by 8 April 2023.

Change:

• The supplier Becton Dickinson UK Ltd Woking has informed us of supply issues with its Mesh products.
• There are 12 product codes affected.
• The supply issues are due to raw materials availability, causing delays in manufacturing.

Impact:          

• The affected product codes are currently unavailable to order.
• Some of the affected products are currently available to order while stocks last.
• Potential indirect alternative products are available to order through our online catalogue.
• See our Downloads Section to access the product listing for further information on the affected product codes and the potential alternatives.
• The supply issue is anticipated to be resolved by January 2023.

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.