Supply Issues BSN Medical Ltd Fibreglass Casting Tape, Non-Fibreglass Casting Tape, Kit Traction, Finger Splint and Accessories and Sling Products (ICN 1999)
Important Customer Notice Supply Issues
Ref: 2023/1999
ICN Number: 1999
- The supplier BSN Medical Ltd has informed us that the supply issue is still ongoing.
- Four product codes are now available to order through our online catalogue.
- One new product code is unavailable to order.
- There are seven affected product codes in total.
- 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 7 April 2023.
Change:
- The supplier BSN Medical Ltd has informed us of a supply issue with its Fibreglass Casting Tape, Non-fibreglass casting tape, Kit traction, Finger Splint and Accessories and Sling products.
- There are 10 product codes affected.
- The supply issue is due to shipping delays and raw material shortages.
Impact:
- The affected product codes are currently suspended and unavailable to order until the end of February 2023.
- We advise customers to monitor their current stock levels and adjust their usage where possible and view the potential alternatives.
- 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 potential alternatives.
- The supply issue is anticipated to be resolved by 27 February 2023.
Next Steps:
- Customers are advised to log into our website to view the 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.