Supply Issues KCI Medical Ltd Barrier Film ELY040 (ICN 3268)

• The supply issue with barrier film from KCI Medical Limited is now resolved.
• ELY040 is now available to order through our online catalogue without restrictions.
• This ICN is now closed.

Change:

• The supplier KCI Medical Ltd has informed us of a supply issue with its Barrier film.
• There is one product code affected:
  • ELY040 – Barrier film spray no sting sterile 28ml Pump Action.
• The supply issue is due to increased demand and lead times.
• The supplier has advised that increased demand is prompting a review of their production capacity and delivery lead times and hope to resolve this situation in the near future.
• Due to this ongoing supply issue this product is now being threshold managed as it is subject to Protect Demand Management.

Impact:

• The affected product 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 and for a full list of product codes subject to Protect Demand Management.
• The supply issue is anticipated to be resolved by 24 April 2026.

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.
• 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.