Supply Issues KCI Medical Limited (formerly 3M) Barrier Film Foam Applicator ELY038 (ICN 2725)
Important Customer Notice Supply Issues
Ref: 2024/2725
ICN Number: 2725
Change:
- The supplier KCI Medical Limited (formerly 3M) has informed us of a supply issue with its Skin Protectant products.
- One product code is affected in total:
- ELY038 – Barrier film foam applicator no sting sterile 1ml.
- Due to this ongoing supply issue this product is now being threshold managed as it is subject to Protect Demand Management.
- The supply issue is due to increased demand and lead times.
Impact:
- ELY038 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:
- ELY039, ELY532 and ELY533.
- See our Downloads ▼ section to access the product listing for further information on the affected product code and potential alternatives.
- This product is anticipated to be removed from Protect Demand Management by 30 November 2024.
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 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.