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Medium RiskFDA Vet
Pets & Animals/Pet Medications

Fritz Industries, Inc: Mardel Coppersafe Parasite Treatment Recalled for Incorrect Dosage Labels

Agency Publication Date: March 9, 2016
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Summary

Fritz Industries, Inc. is recalling 368 gallons of Fritz Aquatics Mardel Coppersafe, a veterinary treatment used to provide relief from parasites in aquatic environments. The recall was initiated because the product labels contain incorrect dosage instructions that would result in a 217% increase in the active ingredient concentration when followed. This significant overdosing could harm the aquatic life being treated. The affected products include 1-gallon and 16-ounce bottles sold in several states including Texas, Florida, and New York.

Risk

The incorrect instructions lead to a 217% increase in the active ingredient concentration, which creates a high risk of toxicity and potential death for fish and other aquatic organisms due to accidental over-medication.

What You Should Do

  1. Identify your product by checking the label for 'Fritz Aquatics Mardel Coppersafe Provides Relief From Unwelcome Parasites' in either 1 Gallon (3.8L) or 16 FL OZ (473mL) sizes.
  2. Check the bottle for specific lot numbers and expiration dates: Lot 2824FID101 (Expiration: 10/9/2016) or Lot 3244FID101 (Expiration: 11/20/2016).
  3. Immediately stop using any product from these affected lots to treat your aquarium or pond.
  4. Contact your veterinarian or a fish health professional for guidance regarding aquatic life that may have already been exposed to the incorrect dosage.
  5. Return any unused product to the place of purchase for a refund or contact Fritz Industries, Inc. at their Mesquite, Texas location for further instructions.
  6. For additional questions, contact the FDA Center for Veterinary Medicine at 240-402-7002.

Your Remedy Options

💰Full Refund

Veterinary product refund/guidance

How to: Contact your healthcare provider or pharmacist for guidance. Return any unused product to the pharmacy for a refund

Affected Products

Product: Fritz Aquatics Mardel Coppersafe Provides Relief From Unwelcome Parasites (1 Gallon / 3.8L)
Model:
NDC: 53745-013-38
V-406-2016
Lot Numbers:
2824FID101 (Exp 10/9/2016)
3244FID101 (Exp 11/20/2016)
Date Ranges: Expiration: 10/9/2016, Expiration: 11/20/2016
Product: Fritz Aquatics Mardel Coppersafe Provides Relief From Unwelcome Parasites (16 FL OZ / 473mL)
Model:
NDC: 53745-013-38
V-406-2016
Lot Numbers:
2824FID101 (Exp 10/9/2016)
3244FID101 (Exp 11/20/2016)
Date Ranges: Expiration: 10/9/2016, Expiration: 11/20/2016

Additional Information

Agency: Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Event ID: 72680
Status: Resolved
Manufacturer: Fritz Industries, Inc
Sold By: specialty retailers; aquarium supply stores
Manufactured In: United States
Units Affected: 368 gallons
Distributed To: Illinois, Texas, California, Washington, New Jersey, Florida, Indiana, New York, Kentucky, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Oklahoma

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AI-Enhanced Content: The summary, action steps, and risk assessment on this page were generated by AI from official government recall data to improve readability. This is not legal or medical advice. Always refer to the official agency sources below for authoritative information.

Sources: FDA iRES · Raw API Response