Supply Issues Reliance Medical LTD Surgical Face Mask BWM85088 (ICN 3537)

Change:

• The supplier Reliance Medical LTD has informed us of a supply issue with its surgical face mask.
• There is one product affected:
  • BWM85088 – Surgical Face Mask Type IIR with Ties and Wire Nose Strip.
• The supply issue is due to supplier manufacturing issues.

Impact:

• BWM85088 is currently suspended and unavailable to order.
• Potential indirect alternative products are available to order through our online catalogue:
  • BWM85007 – Face mask Surgical Type IIR Blue with Tie Backs
  • BWM85043 – Mask face surgical splash resistant FLUIDSAFE Standard EN14683 Type IIR with Ties Blue.
• See our Downloads ▼ section to access the product listing for further information on the affected product code and potential alternatives.
• The supply issue is anticipated to be resolved by 1 February 2027.

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.
• 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 organisation’s use of these products.