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The account reported finding pack has excessive moisture, and it was reported that there was a white, powdery residue on the sterilization pouch of a custom pack.Medline received 3 photos and a physical sample for 2 unopened packs, reviewed finished good production records, reviewed finished good pack build, and reviewed trending.The reported issue was confirmed because white powder was observed when the outside of the breather pouch was touched and the photos showed moisture build up inside of the pack.Based on the complaint details, the residue is due to "bloom," which is a normal occurrence for the pouch material caused when the additives or plasticizers in the material migrate to the surface of the film; the presence of the residue on the pouch is not harmful and does not affect the sterility of the pack or its contents.There were no reports of death, serious injury, medical intervention, or follow up care.It has been determined that the reported event could cause or contribute to serious injury if it were to occur again.In an abundance of caution, this is a reportable event.If additional information becomes available this report will be reopened and reevaluated.This medical device report (mdr) is being submitted as part of retrospective review activities, which include review of historical data in accordance with regulations at 21 cfr part 803.The information included in this mdr reflects the information reasonably known to the manufacturer at the time of this retrospective review and submission.
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