Supply Issues Richardson Healthcare Ltd National Procedure Packs EVH011 (ICN 3442)

• The supply issue with national procedure pack from Richardson Healthcare is continuing.
• One product code remains suspended and unavailable to order:
  • EVH011 – Dressing sheet water repellent sterile 50 x 50cm crepe sheet single wrap in peel pouch.
• A potential indirect alternative product is available to order through our online catalogue:
• • EJA046 – Latex free pack sterile woundcare 1 x propylene tray (12cm x 10cm x 2.5cm) to accommodate all components with 1 x pair examination gloves cuffed medium.
• See our Downloads ▼ section to access the product listing for further information on the affected product code and potential alternative.
• The supply issue is now anticipated to be resolved by 9 November 2026.

Change:

• The supplier Richardson Healthcare Ltd has informed us of a supply issue with its national procedure packs.
• There is one product code affected:
  • EVH011 – Dressing sheet water repellent sterile 50 x 50cm crepe sheet single wrap in peel pouch.
• The supply issue is due to challenges in meeting demand and effectively managing shipments.

Impact:

• The affected product is currently suspended and unavailable to order.
• A potential indirect alternative product is available to order through our online catalogue:
  • EJA046 –Latex free pack sterile woundcare 1 x propylene tray (12cmx10cmx2.5cm) to accommodate all components with 1 x pair examination gloves cuffed medium.
• See our Downloads ▼ section to access the product listing for further information on the affected product code and potential alternative.
• We have no anticipated resolution date, but we aim to update the ICN by 14 September 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 alternative.
• We will update the ICN when we have further information.
• 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.