Supply Issues Schuco International (London) Ltd Dermatoscope Accessories FBF2731 (ICN 3498)

Change:

• The supplier Schuco International (London) Ltd has informed us of a supply issue with its dermatoscope accessories.
• There is one product affected:
  • FBF2731 – Dermatoscope Accessories – Biopsy Punch Disposable Sterile 5mm.
• The supplier is currently out of stock.

Impact:

• FBF2731 is currently suspended and unavailable to order.
• Potential indirect alternative products are available to order through our online catalogue:
  • FKF1048 Dermatoscope Accessories Biopsy Punch Disposable Sterile 5.0mm
  • FFF1144 Dermatoscope Accessories Biopsy Punch Disposable Sterile 5.0mm Single
  • FKF85077 Dermatoscope Accessories Disposable Biopsy Punch Sterile 5mm.
• All alternative products are supplied via eDirect.
• 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 13 November 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.
• 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 organisations use of these products.