Supply Issues Williams Medical Supplies plc Swab Products FGR85000 (ICN 2981)

Change:

• The supplier Williams Medical Supplies plc has informed us of a supply issue with its Swab products.
• One product code is affected:
  • FGR85000 – Small tipped applicators wooden stem cotton top for endocervical sampling 15cm long (non-sterile).
• The supply issue is due to supplier manufacturing issues.

Impact:

• FGR85000 is currently suspended and unavailable to order.
• A potential indirect alternative product is available to order through our online catalogue:
• • FGR369 – Large gauze ball tipped applicators 23.5 long (sterile individually wrapped) – promotion 25 for the price of 20 (IF YOU REQUIRE A SAMPLE PRIOR TO ORDERING PLEASE CONTACT BUYER).
• 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 4 July 2025.

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 alternative.  
• 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.