Supply Issues Vernacare Ltd Ecolab Ltd Stock Patient Dry Wipes VJT687 VJT689 (ICN 2045)

Change:

• The suppliers Vernacare Ltd and Ecolab Ltd Stock have informed us of a supply issue with their Patient Dry Wipes products.
• The two product codes affected are:
  • VJT687 – Wipe patient dry Maceratable Cellulosic 50 GSM 270mm x 240mm 75 wipes per pack
  • VJT689 – Wipe patient dry Maceratable Cellulosic 50 GSM 240mm x 265mm 75 wipes per pack.
• The supply issue is due to an increase in demand.

Impact:          

• The affected codes are currently subject to intermittent supply.
• Potential indirect alternative products are available to order through our online catalogue:
  • VJT683 – Wipe patient dry Mixed Blend 70% Syenthetic 30% Cellulosic 46GSM 250 x 280mm 100 wipes per pack
  • VJT686 – Wipe patient dry Mixed Blend 80% Synthetic 20% Cellulosic 46 GSM 270mm x 240mm 100 wipes per pack
  • VJT688 – Wipe patient dry 100% Synthetic 33gsm 240 x 265mm 100 wipes per pack.
• 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 31 March 2023.

Next Steps:              

• Customers are advised to log into our website to view the potential indirect alternative products.
• 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.