Supply Issues Vygon UK Ltd Needlefree Extension Set FSW489 (ICN 3227)

• The supply issue with Needlefree Extension Sets from Vygon UK Ltd is continuing.
• One product remains suspended and unavailable to order:
  • FSW489 – Needlefree extension set Octopus extension set quad lumen with 3 anti reflux valves and 4 integral Bionectors 1.5 x 2.5mm x 0.28ml 6cm PUR.
• One product remains 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 do not currently have a resolution date for this supply issue, and we aim to update this ICN by 30 April 2026.

• The supply issue with Needlefree Extension Sets from Vygon Uk Ltd is continuing.
• One product is now suspended and unavailable to order:
  • FSW489 – Needlefree extension set Octopus extension set quad lumen with 3 anti reflux valves and 4 integral Bionectors 1.5 x 2.5mm x 0.28ml 6cm PUR.
• One product is now affected in total.
• Potential indirect alternative products are available to order through our online catalogue for the affected product. 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.  We will update this ICN as soon as we have further information.
• The supply issue is now anticipated to be resolved by 5 April 2026.

Change:

• The supplier Vygon UK Ltd has informed us of a supply issue with its Needlefree Extension Set.
• One product code is affected:
  • FSW489 – Needlefree extension set Octopus extension set quad lumen with 3 anti reflux valves and 4 integral Bionectors 1.5 x 2.5mm x 0.28ml 6cm PUR.
• The supply issue is due to supplier manufacturing issues.

Impact:

• The affected product is currently available whilst stock lasts, once the stock is depleted the product code will be unavailable to order.
• Potential indirect alternative products are available to order through our online catalogue:
  • FSB2288 – Needlefree extension set 15 cm (6 inches) Appx 0.79 ml Smallbore Quadfuse Ext Set w/4 Nuitiv 4 Clamps Rotating Luer
  • FSB1002 – Needlefree extension set Quad fused minibore Clave extension set
  • FSW1512 – Needlefree extension set Quadruple Lumen priming volume 0.8ml length 14cm NON-RETURNABLE
  • FSW1150 – Needlefree extension set Secureconnect needle free access extension set four lumen 10cm four slide clamps PF 25.
• 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 28 February 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.
• 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.