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Supply Issues Becton Dickinson UK Ltd Blood Collection Needles and Blood Collection Sets KFK323, KFK347, KFK290 and KFK580 (ICN 2821)

Important Customer Notice Supply Issues

Ref: 2025/2821 ICN Number: 2821

Change:

  • The supplier Becton Dickinson UK Ltd has informed us of a supply issue with its Blood Collection Needles and Blood Collection Set products.
  • Four product codes are affected in total:
    • KFK323 – Blood Collection Set Safety 23G
    • KFK347 – Blood Collection Set Safety with Holder 21G
    • KFK290 – Blood Collection Needle Non Safety 22G
    • KFK580 – Blood Collection Set Safety with Holder 21G.
  • The supply issue is due to manufacturing issues.

Impact:          

  • The affected product codes are currently suspended and unavailable to order.
  • Potential indirect alternative products are available to order through our online catalogue.
  • However, some of these products may also be subject to intermittent supply.
  • 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 5 March 2025.

Next Steps:              

  • Customers are advised to log into our website to view the product listing for further information on the affected product codes and potential indirect alternatives.
  • However, as this is currently a disrupted market and supply is subject to rapid change, the alternatives offered may also be experiencing temporary supply issues.
  • We will update this ICN with the latest information as it becomes available.
  • 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.

 

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  • 2821 Becton Dickinson Product Listing with Alternatives 31 January 2025

    An Excel file showing the product listing with alternatives for ICN 2821.
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