Supply Issues Becton Dickinson UK Ltd Stock Oxford Administration Sets 2023 FKA848 (ICN 3082)

Change:

• The supplier Becton Dickinson UK Ltd Stock Oxford has informed us of a supply issue with its Extension sets.
• One product code is affected:
  • FKA848 – Extension set bore narrow male/female luer lock PVC 100cm narrow bore DEHP free extension line with built in anti-siphon valve.
• The supply issue is due to reduced manufacturing capabilities.

Impact:

• The affected product code is currently suspended and unavailable to order.
• Potential indirect alternative products are available to order through our online catalogue:
  • FKA040 – Extension set polyethylene lined PVC Low sorbing with anti syphon valve and pinch clamp 205cm 0.7mm id 0.9ml priming
  • FSB867 – Extension set bore micro male/female luer lock PVC 0.9mm id x 2.65mm od x 100cm with needlefree bolus port
  • FVK85011 – Vial opening device ROWESPIKE II 5um
  • FKA446 – Extension set bore narrow male/female luer lock PVC 150cm dehp free extension set line with built in anti-siphon valve.
• 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 17 October 2025.

Next Steps:               

• Customers are advised to log into our website to view the product listing for further information on the affected product code and potential alternatives.  
• The continuing supply issue is being monitored in conjunction with the supplier, and we will continue to review the stock situation to minimise further disruption and update this ICN with the latest information as it becomes available.
• 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 and therefore, customers may need to consider clinically reviewing all additional alternatives provided.
• 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.