Supply Issues Schulke and Mayr UK Ltd Shampoo Cap MRB938 (ICN 2890)

Change:

• The supplier Schulke and Mayr UK Ltd has informed us of a supply issue with its Shampoo Caps.
• One product code is affected:
  • MRB938 – Shampoo Cap Antimicrobial single use microwaveable.
• The supply issue is due to the manufacturer going into administration, the supplier is currently sourcing an alternative manufacturer.
• Due to this ongoing supply issue this product is now being threshold managed as it is subject to Protect Demand Management.

Impact:

• MRB938 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.
• A potential indirect alternative product is available to order through our online catalogue:
  • VJT266 – Shampoo cap, Antiseptic 2% chlorhexidine single use microwaveable.
• We are currently sourcing further alternatives and updates will be made to the product listing as soon as possible.
• See our Downloads ▼ section to access the product listing for further information on the affected product code and potential alternatives.
• We do not currently have a resolution date for the supply issue and will update this ICN as soon as we have further information.

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 and to view the product codes currently subject to Protect Demand Management.
• 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 organisations use of these products.