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  • 1.  sterilization

    This message was posted by a user wishing to remain anonymous
    Posted 20-Nov-2019 07:52
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    ​What is FDA's requirement on EO sterilization for mixed loads?


  • 2.  RE: sterilization

    Posted 20-Nov-2019 09:19
    The requirement is in Title 21 of the CFR.  PART 820 -- QUALITY SYSTEM REGULATION.
    Subpart G--Production and Process Controls
    Sec. 820.75 Process validation. 

    (a) Where the results of a process cannot be fully verified by subsequent inspection and test, the process shall be validated with a high degree of assurance and approved according to established procedures. The validation activities and results, including the date and signature of the individual(s) approving the validation and where appropriate the major equipment validated, shall be documented.

    (b) Each manufacturer shall establish and maintain procedures for monitoring and control of process parameters for validated processes to ensure that the specified requirements continue to be met.
    (1) Each manufacturer shall ensure that validated processes are performed by qualified individual(s).
    (2) For validated processes, the monitoring and control methods and data, the date performed, and, where appropriate, the individual(s) performing the process or the major equipment used shall be documented.

    (c) When changes or process deviations occur, the manufacturer shall review and evaluate the process and perform revalidation where appropriate. These activities shall be documented.


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    Anne LeBlanc
    Manager, Regulatory Affairs
    United States
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  • 3.  RE: sterilization

    This message was posted by a user wishing to remain anonymous
    Posted 22-Nov-2019 09:15
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    FDA recognizes ISO 11135 and other standards related to EO sterilization. I would encourage you to review the standards to see how the mixed load should be validated.