Supply Issues Teleflex Medical UK Open Ligation Clips FFL121 (ICN 3169)

• The supply issue with Open Ligation Clips from Teleflex Medical UK is continuing.
• One product is now subject to intermittent supply:
  • FFL121 – Open ligation clips Small (30 cartridges of 6 clips).
• One product remains affected in total
• A potential indirect alternative product is available to order through our online catalogue:
  • FGE5610 – Horizon Titanium Ligating Clips HORIZON SMALL CLIP 24 X 25.
• See our Downloads ▼ section to access the product listing for further information on the affected product code and potential alternative.
• 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 now anticipated to be resolved by 13 February 2026.

Change:

• The supplier Teleflex Medical UK has informed us of a supply issue with its Open Ligation Clips.
• One product code is affected:
  • FFL121 – Open ligation clips Small (30 cartridges of 6 clips).
• The supply issue is due to increased demand and lead times.

Impact:

• The affected product is available to order, once the remaining stock has depleted it will be suspended and unavailable to order.
• A potential indirect alternative product is available to order through our online catalogue:
  • FGE5610 – Horizon Titanium Ligating Clips HORIZON SMALL CLIP 24 X 25.
• We are currently sourcing further stocked 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 alternative.
• The supply issue is anticipated to be resolved by 30 January 2026.

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.
• 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.