PALACOS recallZ-1082-2026 · Heraeus Medical GmbH (Dental Division) · initiated Dec 9, 2025
Open, Classified
Is my device affected?
- Compare the model, catalog and lot or serial numbers on your device or its packaging with the code information below. A recall usually covers only specific models or lots.
- If yours is listed, follow the instructions from Heraeus Medical GmbH (Dental Division) or your healthcare provider. The company's action is summarized under what the company is doing.
- Do not stop using a prescribed or implanted device on your own — talk to your healthcare provider first.
Where to find your model and lot numbers · What recall classes and statuses mean
Why it was recalled
increase of complaints regarding the breakage of the ampoules within their device systems. An extensive investigation revealed that multiple factors have an impact on the ampoule breakage. An unfortunate combination of these influence factors can lead to unbreakable ampoules. If none or not all ampoules break, the product cannot be used on the patient since no or no appropriate cement dough is formed.
FDA root cause category: Under Investigation by firm
What the company is doing
On December 9, 2025 Urgent Field Safety Notice emails were sent to customers. Actions to be taken: 1. Read this Field Safety Notice and ensure that all relevant hospital departments are informed about its content. 2. Please complete the attached customer reply form and send it to [email protected] within five (5) calendar days. This form must be returned even if you no longer use the device. 3. Keep a copy of the attached customer reply form with your records in the event of a compliance audit of your facility. 4. Heraeus Medical GmbH is fully cooperating with regulatory authorities and is committed to resolving this issue efficiently. For further details regarding this field safety notice, please contact your Heraeus Medical sales representative or distributor. We regret any inconvenience caused by this action and value your cooperation and commitment to patient safety. This field safety notice was submitted to the FDA in context of the correction authority report.
Recall details
- Recall number
- Z-1082-2026
- Status
- Open, Classified
- Initiated by the company
- Dec 9, 2025
- Posted by the FDA
- Jan 14, 2026
- Recalling firm
- Heraeus Medical GmbH (Dental Division)
- Product code
- LOD
- FDA submissions
- K210607
- Distribution
- International distribution in the countries of Aland Islands, Australia, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Liechtenstein, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, United Kingdom.
Product description
Brand Name: PALACOS Product Name: PALACOS MV+G pro 40; PALACOS MV+G pro 80 Model/Catalog Number: 5081290; 5081291 Software Version: N/A Product Description: Radiopaque, poly(methyl methacrylate)-based (PMMA) bone cement, pre-filled into a mixing and application system, suitable for use with or without vacuum (ready to mix). Component: N/A
Code information (models, lots, serial numbers)
Lot Code: UDI-DI: 04260102136243; 04260102136274
Devices named in this recall
2 devices in the FDA device registry whose identifier appears in the recall's code information.
- PALACOS® MV+G pro 40Heraeus Medical GmbH · Bone Cement, Antibiotic2 recalls0 reports
- PALACOS® MV+G pro 80Heraeus Medical GmbH · Bone Cement, Antibiotic2 recalls0 reports
Product lines
Other devices under the same FDA submission
4 devices cleared under K210607 are not named by identifier in this recall. One submission often covers many models, so they may or may not be affected.
- PALACOS® R pro 80Heraeus Medical GmbH · Bone Cement2 recalls1 report
- PALACOS® R pro 40Heraeus Medical GmbH · Bone Cement2 recalls0 reports
- PALACOS® R+G pro 40Heraeus Medical GmbH · Bone Cement, Antibiotic2 recalls0 reports
- PALACOS® R+G pro 80Heraeus Medical GmbH · Bone Cement, Antibiotic2 recalls0 reports
Other products in the same recall event
The FDA groups related products into one recall event (event 98078).
- Z-1080-2026 · Open, ClassifiedBrand Name: PALACOS Product Name: PALACOS R pro 40; PALACOS R pro 80 Model/Catalog Number: 5081286; 5081287 Software Version: N/A Product Description: Radiopaque, poly(methyl metha…
- Z-1081-2026 · Open, ClassifiedBrand Name: PALACOS Product Name: PALACOS R+G pro 40; PALACOS R+G pro 80 Model/Catalog Number: 5081288; 5081289 Software Version: N/A Product Description: Radiopaque, poly(methyl m…
- Z-1083-2026 · Open, ClassifiedBrand Name: PALACOS Product Name: PALACOS MV pro 40; PALACOS MV pro 80 Model/Catalog Number: 5150633; 5150635 Software Version: N/A Product Description: Radiopaque, poly(methyl met…
Sources and updates
- Recall record: FDA Medical Device Recalls, file dated Oct 16, 2026 · View the FDA recall notice ↗
- Devices: FDA GUDID, file dated Oct 13, 2026. Devices are linked when their identifier (with a valid check digit) appears in the recall's code information.
- Page last rebuilt: Oct 16, 2026. Text above is shown as published by the FDA.
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