Supply Issues Johnson & Johnson Medical Ltd Trocars FGB046, FGB048, FGB049 and FGE3286 (ICN 3238)

Change:

• The supplier Johnson & Johnson Medical Ltd has informed us of a supply issue with its Trocar products.
• Four product codes are affected:
  • FGB046 – Trocar dilating Tip Dilating tip trocar 5mm diameter 75mm length stability sleeve
  • FGB048 – Trocar dilating Tip Dilating tip trocar 12mm diameter 100mm length stability sleeve
  • FGB049 – Trocar dilating Tip Dilating tip trocar 11mm diameter 100mm length stability sleeve
  • FGE3286 – Trocar optical Optiview dilating 5×1 stability.
• The supply issues are due to higher-than-expected consumption.

Impact:          

• The affected products are currently subject to intermittent supply.
• There are potential indirect alternatives for some of the products. These products are available to order through our online catalogue.
• However, some of these products may also be subject to intermittent
• We are currently sourcing further alternatives and updates will be made to the product listing as soon as possible.
• 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 31 March 2026.

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 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.
• 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.