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  • 1.  FEI required for sterilization testing?

    This message was posted by a user wishing to remain anonymous
    Posted 16-Aug-2022 10:02
    This message was posted by a user wishing to remain anonymous

    My company will be performing sterilization testing for a biologics manufacturer. Based upon the Identification of Manufacturing Establishments in Applications Submitted to CBER and CDER Questions and Answers, it is unclear to me if we are required to obtain an FEI? In addition, what are the obligations if we do request an FEI, are we required to follow GMP and/or does it open us up to FDA inspections? Thank you for your thoughts.


  • 2.  RE: FEI required for sterilization testing?

    Posted 22-Aug-2022 10:34
    What do you mean by sterilization testing?

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    Rachel Thornton
    Associate Director
    Smyrna GA
    United States
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  • 3.  RE: FEI required for sterilization testing?

    This message was posted by a user wishing to remain anonymous
    Posted 23-Aug-2022 08:59
    This message was posted by a user wishing to remain anonymous

    If the manufacturer detects a contaminant in their product, we will identify what the contaminant is to aid in troubleshooting and resolution of the source of contamination.


  • 4.  RE: FEI required for sterilization testing?

    Posted 23-Aug-2022 16:24
    No, I don't think so. That activity is not required to be identified in the Manufacturer section of the dossier, so I wouldn't think you would need to register. If you want to be certain you could email your question to edrls@fda.hhs.gov. I've found them to be pretty helpful.

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    Rachel Thornton
    Associate Director
    Smyrna GA
    United States
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