21 CFR Part 211 · Current Good Manufacturing Practice for Finished Pharmaceuticals

§ 211.86 Use of approved components, drug product containers, and closures

Subpart E - Control of Components and Drug Product Containers and Closures Official text on eCFR Amendment history

Components, drug product containers, and closures approved for use shall be rotated so that the oldest approved stock is used first. Deviation from this requirement is permitted if such deviation is temporary and appropriate.

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What FDA inspectors cite under § 211.86

Form FDA 483 observations citing this section, fiscal years 2009–2018 (Drugs).

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FDA guidance that cites § 211.86

Amendment history

Federal Register documents that created or amended this section.