Supply Issues Becton Dickinson UK Ltd Ed Wokingham Needlefree Extension Set FKA742 (ICN 3084)

Change:

• The supplier Becton Dickinson UK Ltd Ed Wokingham has informed us of a supply issue with its Needlefree extension set products.
• One product code is affected:
  • FKA742 – Needlefree extension set Connecting Set Add-on Lock and Go with Texium.
• The supply issue is due to a Manufacturing constraint as there is a Texium Component Shortage.

Impact:

• FKA742 is currently suspended and unavailable to order.
• 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 code and potential alternatives.
• The online catalogue is in the process of being updated to reflect the product listing.
• The supply issue is anticipated to be resolved by 30 January 2026.

 Next Steps:               

• Customers are advised to log into our website to view the potential indirect alternative products.
• We will update the ICN when we have further information.
• 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.