Supply Issues Becton Dickinson UK Ltd Safety Blood Collection Set KFK349 (ICN 3315)

Change:

• The supplier Becton Dickinson UK Ltd has informed us of a supply issue with its safety blood collection set.
• There is one product affected:
  • KFK349 – Blood Collection Set Safety with Holder 23G light blue needle 30cm tube with safety lock
• The supply issue is due to supplier manufacturing constraints in the production process.
• Due to this ongoing supply issue this product is now being threshold managed as it is subject to Protect Demand Management.

Impact:

• KFK349 is available to order through NHS Supply Chain. However, trusts are allocated a maximum daily quantity or “threshold” to ensure fair supply of available stock across the NHS.
• 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 supply issue is anticipated to be resolved by 18 May 2026.

Next Steps:              

• Customers are advised to log into our website to view the potential indirect alternative products and to view the product codes currently subject to Protect Demand Management.
• The continuing supply issue is being monitored in conjunction with the supplier, and we will continue to monitor the stock situation to minimise further disruption and 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.