Supply Issues Molnlycke Health Care Ltd Surgical Gloves (ICN 3019)

Change:

• The supplier Molnlycke Health Care Ltd has informed us of a supply issue with its surgical gloves’ products.
• Seven products in total are affected.
  • FTE503, FTE697, FTE698, FTE700, FTE703, FTE704, FTE705.
• The supply issue is due to raw material shortage.

 Impact:          

• All the affected products are available whilst our current stock lasts. Once the stock is depleted, the products will be unavailable to order.
• Potential indirect alternative products are available to order through our online catalogue.
• Alternatives offered within the product listing contain an over glove and under glove option.
• The supply issue is anticipated to be resolved by 1 September 2025.

 Next Steps:               

• See our Downloads ▼ section to access the product listing for further information on the affected product codes and potential alternatives.
• The supply issue is being monitored in conjunction with the supplier. We will continue to monitor 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.