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      "address_1": "2917 Weck Dr.",
      "address_2": "N/A",
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      "voluntary_mandated": "Voluntary: Firm initiated",
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      "reason_for_recall": "The products are being recalled because they did not meet minimum needle attachment strength requirements.",
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      "center_classification_date": "20140325",
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