Olympus Corporation of the Americas recalls Olympus Single Use Biopsy Valve.
- Recalling company
- Olympus Corporation of the Americas
- Product
- Olympus Single Use Biopsy Valve. Model/Catalog Number: MAJ-1218. 20 units per box. The MAJ-1218 has been designed to be attached to the instrument channel port of compatible endoscopes to prevent leakage of body fluids.
- Reason
- Potential for rubber fragment detachment during use.
- Classification
- Class II – may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences
- Recall date
- Jan 29, 2026
- Reported
- Mar 11, 2026
- Distribution
- US Nationwide distribution.
- Status
- Ongoing
- Quantity
- 1,276 boxes (20 units per box)
- Lot / codes
- Model/Catalog Number: MAJ-1218. UDI-DI: 14953170154291. All Lot Numbers. 20 units per box.
- Company location
- Center Valley, PA
- Recall type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Recall number
- Z-1489-2026
- Agency
- U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
View official FDA notice ↗ Search recall number Z-1489-2026 in the FDA Enforcement Report. Also see FDA recall press releases.
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