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| Level: | Consumer |
|---|---|
| Class: | III |
| Reference: | R2003/543 |
| Date agreed: | 30 May 2003 |
| Product: | U by KOTEX tampons Super and Regular packs |
| ARTG number: | AUST L 93341 |
| Batch number: | All batches with a product date prior to 23/05/2003 |
| Sponsor: | Kimberley Clark Aust Pty Ltd |
| Contact: | 1800 625 364 Customer Service |
| Reason: | The products have failed to comply with the relevant mandatory requirement for absorbency (AS/NZS 2869:1998 Tampons - Menstrual). |
Recall letters were dispatched on 30 May 2003.
Recall notices will appear in national newspapers on Monday 2 June 2003.
Classification system:
Class I defects are potentially life-threatening or could cause a serious risk to health.
Class II defects could cause illness or mistreatment, but are not Class I.
Class III defects may not pose a significant hazard to health, but withdrawal may be initiated for other reasons.
Class I & II recalls are considered to be safety related recalls.