Supply Issues Teleflex Medical Clips FFL118 and FFL119 (ICN 2333)

• The supply issue of Medical Clips from Teleflex Medical is continuing.
• FFL118 is available however it is subject to intermittent supply.
• FFL119 remains unavailable to order.
• Two product codes remain affected in total.
• Potential indirect alternative products are available to order through our online catalogue for the affected products. However, some of these products may also become subject to intermittent supply with the increase in demand.
• See our Downloads ▼ section to access the product listing for further information on the affected product code and potential alternatives.
• We will continue to review the stock to minimise further disruption and will update this ICN as soon as we have further information.
• The supply issue is anticipated to be resolved by 31 March 2024.

Change:

• The supplier Teleflex Medical has informed us of a supply issue with its Clips products.
• The two product codes affected are:
  • FFL118 – Ligation clip cartridge Small wide 6 clips per cartridge
  • FFL119 – Ligation clip cartridge Medium 6 clips per cartridge.
• The supply issue is due to supplier manufacturing issues.

Impact:          

• The affected codes are currently suspended and unavailable to order.
• Potential indirect alternative products are available to order through our online catalogue:
  • FGE5616 – Horizon Titanium Ligating Clips HORIZON SMALL WIDE CLIP 24 X 25
  • FGE5614 – Horizon Titanium Ligating Clips HORIZON MEDIUM CLIP 24 X 25.
• See our Downloads ▼ section to access the product listing for further information on the affected product codes and potential alternatives.
• The supply issue is anticipated to be resolved by 3 January 2024.

Next Steps:   

• Customers are advised to log into our website to view the potential indirect alternative products.
• The continuing supply issue is being monitored in conjunction with the supplier and we will continue to review the stock situation to minimise further disruption and update this ICN with the latest information as it becomes available.
• However, as this is currently a disrupted market and supply is subject to rapid change, the alternatives offered may also be experiencing supply issues 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.