Counterfeit COVID-19 antigen rapid test kits found in Ontario
Standard priority

What you should do
- 1Canadians are advised not to use any of the components contained in these counterfeit kits regardless of how much they may resemble components found in other licensed COVID-19 test kits sold in Canada.
- 2Health Canada has no evidence to suggest that additional counterfeit kits have been distributed in Canada.
- 3If you suspect you have a counterfeit kit, do not use it and dispose of it in household garbage.
- 4Report suspected counterfeit medical devices to Health Canada.
- 5You can also report suspected counterfeit BTNX test kits to BTNX Inc. by calling toll-free at 1-888-339-9964, or by email at covid19@btnx.com with the subject line "Suspected Counterfeit BTNX Tests."What companies should knowIt is illegal to sell or advertise counterfeit health productsWhen non-compliance is confirmed by Health Canada, a number of compliance and enforcement options are available to correct non-compliance and mitigate the risk to Canadians including, for example, on-site visits, recalls, public communications, and product seizures.
The issue
Product safety
Affected product
Counterfeit BTNX Rapid Response COVID-19 antigen rapid test kits (25-pack)
Where it was sold
ONReported in the official notice — confirm there.
Issued by
Health Canada
Read the official Government of Canada notice
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