Tampax Tampax Pearl (UDI 00073010714472)Recalls & reported problems

Summary

The FDA's MAUDE database contains 5 adverse event reports that list this exact device (DI 00073010714472), received between Jan 24, 2025 and Sep 16, 2026 — classified as 5 malfunctions.

The most frequently reported specific device problem is “Material Integrity Problem” (3 reports).

Reports come from manufacturers, hospitals and patients and are not verified by the FDA. A report does not prove the device caused the event, and counts can't be used to compare devices or estimate failure rates. What reports can and can't tell you · How this data works · Data updated Oct 18, 2026.

Most reported problems

Recent adverse event reports

The 5 most recent of 5 reports, in the reporter's own words as published by the FDA.

• MalfunctionSep 16, 2026Product Quality Problem; Material Integrity Problem

  I'm reporting a recurring product-quality issue with Tampax Pearl tampons. I have usedthe same product from Tampax for years. Over at least three recent boxes, I'verepeatedly encountered malformed applicator tips but initially assumed it was singleincidents. However in the most recent box, I opened three tampons in a row and allthree were visibly defective: two had applicator petals already spread open with thecotton exposed, and one had a petal folded inward, attempting to insert the openapplicators was really painful. I am attaching photos of the defective applicators andthe package. Product: Tampax Pearl Light/Regular/Super Triple-Pack, 47 count. Reference Reports MW6002396, MW6002397. Annex A: 1506, 2978.Annex E: 4582.Annex F: 2199.Annex G: 3030.This report reflects tampon #3.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 50789566 ↗
• MalfunctionSep 16, 2026Product Quality Problem; Material Integrity Problem

  I'm reporting a recurring product-quality issue with Tampax Pearl tampons. I have usedthe same product from Tampax for years. Over at least three recent boxes, I'verepeatedly encountered malformed applicator tips but initially assumed it was singleincidents. However in the most recent box, I opened three tampons in a row and allthree were visibly defective: two had applicator petals already spread open with thecotton exposed, and one had a petal folded inward, attempting to insert the openapplicators was really painful. I am attaching photos of the defective applicators andthe package. Product: Tampax Pearl Light/Regular/Super Triple-Pack, 47 count.Refer to additional documents in I2K.Reference Reports MW6002396 MW6002398.Annex A: 1506, 2978.Annex E: 4582.Annex F: 2199.Annex G: 3030.This report reflects tampon #2.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 50789484 ↗
• MalfunctionSep 16, 2026Product Quality Problem; Material Integrity Problem

  I'm reporting a recurring product-quality issue with Tampax Pearl tampons. I have usedthe same product from Tampax for years. Over at least three recent boxes, I'verepeatedly encountered malformed applicator tips but initially assumed it was singleincidents. However in the most recent box, I opened three tampons in a row and allthree were visibly defective: two had applicator petals already spread open with thecotton exposed, and one had a petal folded inward, attempting to insert the openapplicators was really painful. I am attaching photos of the defective applicators andthe package. Product: Tampax Pearl Light/Regular/Super Triple-Pack, 47 count. Reference Reports MW6002397 MW6002398.Annex A: 1506, 2978.Annex E: 4582.Annex F: 2199.Annex G: 3030.This report reflects tampon #1.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 50789477 ↗
• MalfunctionMay 23, 2025Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem; Insufficient Device Problem Information; Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem; Insufficient Device Problem Information

  OUTER LAYER CAME OFF & STUCK INSIDE OF ME-TAMPON [FOREIGN BODY IN REPRODUCTIVE TRACT]. OUTER LAYER CAME OFF & STUCK INSIDE OF ME WHEN PULLING THE TAMPON OUT [COMPLICATION OF DEVICE REMOVAL]. OUTER LAYER CAME OFF-TAMPON [DEVICE BREAKAGE]. CASE NARRATIVE: CONSUMER REPORTED VIA EMAIL THAT THE OUTER LAYER OF THE TAMPON CAME OFF WAS STUCK INSIDE OF HER. NO SERIOUS INJURY WAS REPORTED.

  Patient problems: Foreign Body In Patient

  MAUDE report 22077531 ↗
• MalfunctionJan 24, 2025No Apparent Adverse Event; No Apparent Adverse Event

  TAMPON WAS ORIENTED HORIZONTALLY (SIDEWAYS) WITH THE CORD COMING FROM THE MIDDLE [DEVICE PHYSICAL PROPERTY ISSUE]. CASE NARRATIVE: CONSUMER REPORTED VIA EMAIL THAT THE TAMPON CORD WAS COMING FROM THE MIDDLE. NO INJURY WAS REPORTED.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 21230329 ↗