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Extractables and Leachables 21 CFR 174.5 General Requirements for Indirect Food Additives – E&L21 CFR 176.170 Substances in Contact with Aqueous Foods – Extractables21 CFR 177.1520 Leachable Migration Limits for Polyolefins21 CFR 177.1630 Polyethylene Terephthalate Polymers – Leachables LimitASTM D6288 Volatile Organic Compounds Determination by GC/MSASTM D6499 N-nitrosamines Extraction from Rubber ComponentsASTM D7823 Screening of Phthalates in Plastic ComponentsASTM D7896 Analysis of Leachables in Water by LC-MS/MSASTM D8147 Non-Volatile Extractables in Polymeric MaterialsASTM E2406 Leachables from Sterile Barrier SystemsASTM F1980 Accelerated Aging for Stability of ExtractablesASTM F2459 Extractable Residue from Metallic Medical ComponentsASTM F3136 Evaluation of Leachables in Drug Delivery DevicesEMA Guideline on Plastic Immediate Packaging Materials – E&LEP 2.9.47 Container Closure System Integrity Testing for ExtractablesEP 3.1.3 Polyolefins in Contact with Injectable PreparationsEP 3.1.4 Polypropylene for Containers in ParenteralsEP 3.1.5 Polyethylene Used in Pharmaceutical ContainersEP 3.1.6 Polyethylene Terephthalate Containers – Leachable SafetyEP 3.2.2 Plastic Containers and Closures for Pharmaceutical UseEP 3.2.8 Closures for Containers for Aqueous Parenteral PreparationsEP 3.2.9 Rubber Closures – Extractables AnalysisEP 5.1.1 Biological Safety – Leachables Toxicity AssessmentFDA 21 CFR 211.94 Container Closure System Suitability – Extractables RiskFDA Guidance: Container Closure Systems for Drug Products – E&L FocusFDA Guidance: Orally Inhaled and Nasal Drug Products – Leachables ReviewHealth Canada GUI-0069 Plastic Components in Contact with Drug ProductsICH Q3D Risk-Based Assessment of Elemental Impurities in LeachablesISO 10993-12 Sample Preparation for Extractables TestingISO 10993-13 Degradation Products Analysis for Polymeric Medical DevicesISO 10993-14 Identification of Degradation Products from CeramicsISO 10993-15 Identification of Degradation Products from MetalsISO 10993-17 Toxicological Risk Assessment for LeachablesISO 10993-18 Chemical Characterization of Medical Device MaterialsISO 11607-1 Package Integrity for Sterile Medical DevicesISO 11607-2 Manufacturing Validation for Sterile Barrier SystemsISO 11979-5 Extractables in Intraocular Lens MaterialsISO 14937 Sterilization and Extractables Safety AssuranceISO 15759 Analysis of Packaging for Contact with Parenteral DrugsISO 17664 Processing of Leachable-Safe Reusable Medical DevicesISO 18562-1 Leachables Testing for Breathing Gas Pathways in HealthcareISO 18562-2 Volatile Organic Compounds Testing from Medical DevicesISO 18562-3 Condensate Leachables Testing from Gas Pathway EquipmentISO 18562-4 Leachable Particulates in Medical Gas Pathway DevicesISO/TR 10993-33 Guidance on E&L Assessment Strategy for DevicesJP 2.20 Extractables from Rubber Stoppers by GC-MSJP 6.02 Aluminum Cap Material Leachables TestingJP 6.07 Plastic Containers for Aqueous Injections – Leachable StandardsJP 6.10 Gas Permeability and Volatile Leachable ReleaseJP 7.02 Residual Solvent and Leachable IdentificationJP 7.04 Container/Closure Leachable Migration EvaluationPDA TR No. 66 Defining Leachables Risk in Biologics ProductionPDA TR No. 85 Extractables and Leachables in Manufacturing SystemsPh. Int. General Method 3.10 Leachable Profiling of Packaging MaterialsUSP <1031.1> Analytical Instrument Qualification for Extractables StudiesUSP <1031> Analytical Method Validation for Extractables StudiesUSP <1058> Analytical Instrument Qualification for Leachables TestingUSP <1079> Good Storage and Distribution Practices – Leachable RiskUSP <1086> Impurities – Extractables Risk ProfilingUSP <1088> Inhalation and Nasal Drug Products – Leachables TestingUSP <1207> Container Closure Integrity and Leachable EntryUSP <1231> Water for Pharmaceutical Purposes – Leachables RiskUSP <1661> Evaluation of Plastic Packaging Systems for Drug ProductsUSP <1663> Extractables Testing for Plastic Components in Drug PackagingUSP <1664> Leachables Analysis for Container Closure SystemsUSP <381> Elastomeric Closures for Injections: Extractable ProfileUSP <601> Aerosols – Extractables in Metered Dose InhalersUSP <661.1> Physicochemical Testing of Plastic Packaging SystemsUSP <661.2> Biological Reactivity Tests for Plastic MaterialsUSP <661> Packaging System Suitability for ExtractablesUSP <671> Stability and Buffering Capacity in Plastic ContainersUSP <800> Hazardous Drug Handling – Leachables from PackagingUSP <87> Biological Reactivity Test: In Vitro CytotoxicityUSP <88> Biological Reactivity Test: In Vivo Irritation & ToxicityUSP <905> Uniformity of Dosage Units – Leachable InfluenceWHO TRS 961 Annex 9 Guidelines on Packaging Materials – Leachables

A Comprehensive Guide to 21 CFR 175.300 Resinous and Polymeric Coatings Leachables Control Laboratory Testing Service Provided by Eurolab

The testing of materials for leachables is governed by various international, national, and industry-specific standards. The most relevant standards that apply to 21 CFR 175.300 Resinous and Polymeric Coatings Leachables Control testing are:

  • ISO/TS 6346:2011: Plastics - Methods for the determination of the release rates of additives from polyolefin films
  • ASTM D4233-12(2020): Standard Test Method for Determination of the Rate of Release of Additives from Polyethylene Films
  • EN 14241-2:2007: Industrial, commercial and institutional (ICI) floors - Determination of slip resistance on construction materials
  • TSE 1414:2016: Plastics - Methods for the determination of the release rates of additives from polyolefin films
  • These standards specify the testing procedures, equipment, and parameters to be used in determining the leachables control. The standards also define the acceptable levels of leachables and the methods for their determination.

    Standard Development Organizations and Their Role

    Standard development organizations (SDOs) play a crucial role in developing and maintaining industry-specific standards. SDOs are responsible for:

  • Identifying industry needs and requirements
  • Developing draft standards
  • Reviewing and revising existing standards
  • Maintaining standard updates and revisions
  • Some of the prominent SDOs involved in developing standards related to leachables control testing include:

  • International Organization for Standardization (ISO)
  • American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)
  • European Committee for Standardization (CEN)
  • Turkish Standards Institution (TSE)
  • International and National Standards

    The following international and national standards apply to 21 CFR 175.300 Resinous and Polymeric Coatings Leachables Control testing:

  • ISO/TS 6346:2011
  • ASTM D4233-12(2020)
  • EN 14241-2:2007
  • TSE 1414:2016
  • Standard Compliance Requirements

    Compliance with standard requirements is mandatory for various industries, including:

  • Pharmaceutical and medical device manufacturing
  • Food packaging and processing
  • Cosmetic and personal care products
  • Chemical and petrochemical industry
  • Failure to comply with standard requirements can result in regulatory penalties, product recalls, and damage to reputation.

    The testing of materials for leachables is essential to ensure the safety and quality of products. The need for this testing arises from:

  • Regulatory requirements
  • Industry standards and guidelines
  • Customer demands and expectations
  • Risk assessment and mitigation
  • Business and Technical Reasons

    Conducting 21 CFR 175.300 Resinous and Polymeric Coatings Leachables Control testing is necessary to ensure product safety, quality, and compliance with regulatory requirements. The benefits of this testing include:

  • Quality assurance and control
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Product safety and reliability
  • Risk assessment and mitigation
  • Competitive advantages
  • Consequences of Not Performing This Test

    Failure to perform leachables control testing can result in:

  • Regulatory penalties and fines
  • Product recalls and withdrawals
  • Damage to reputation and brand image
  • Loss of customer confidence and trust
  • Industries and Sectors Requiring This Testing

    The following industries and sectors require 21 CFR 175.300 Resinous and Polymeric Coatings Leachables Control testing:

  • Pharmaceutical and medical device manufacturing
  • Food packaging and processing
  • Cosmetic and personal care products
  • Chemical and petrochemical industry
  • Risk Factors and Safety Implications

    Leachables can pose significant risks to human health and the environment. The safety implications of leachables include:

  • Toxicity and carcinogenicity
  • Environmental pollution and contamination
  • Product failure and recalls
  • Quality Assurance and Quality Control Aspects

    Eurolabs quality assurance and quality control measures ensure that all testing is performed in accordance with standard requirements and regulatory guidelines.

    The leachables control testing service provided by Eurolab follows the guidelines outlined in relevant standards, including ISO/TS 6346:2011, ASTM D4233-12(2020), EN 14241-2:2007, and TSE 1414:2016. The testing procedure includes:

  • Sample preparation
  • Testing equipment and instruments
  • Testing environment requirements (temperature, humidity, pressure)
  • Measurement and analysis methods
  • Calibration and validation procedures
  • Sample Preparation Procedures

    The sample preparation procedure involves the following steps:

    1. Material selection and acquisition

    2. Sampling and storage

    3. Sample extraction and purification

    4. Instrument calibration and validation

    Testing Equipment and Instruments

    Eurolab uses state-of-the-art testing equipment and instruments, including:

  • High-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC)
  • Gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS)
  • Inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry (ICP-MS)
  • Testing Environment Requirements

    The testing environment requirements include:

  • Temperature control (25C 2C)
  • Humidity control (60 10)
  • Pressure control (1 atm 0.5 atm)
  • Measurement and Analysis Methods

    Eurolab uses the following measurement and analysis methods:

  • HPLC
  • GC-MS
  • ICP-MS
  • Calibration and Validation Procedures

    Eurolab performs calibration and validation procedures to ensure that testing equipment and instruments are accurate and reliable.

    Quality Control Measures

    Eurolabs quality control measures include:

  • Regular equipment maintenance and calibration
  • Instrument validation and verification
  • Sample storage and handling
  • Data analysis and reporting
  • Conclusion

    The leachables control testing service provided by Eurolab ensures compliance with regulatory requirements, industry standards, and customer demands. Our team of experts follows the guidelines outlined in relevant standards to ensure accurate and reliable results.

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    Test Results and Reporting

    Eurolab provides detailed test reports that include:

  • Sample identification and description
  • Test methodology and equipment used
  • Results and data analysis
  • Conclusion and recommendations
  • Our test reports are compliant with regulatory requirements and industry standards.

    Certifications and Accreditations

    Eurolab is accredited by the following organizations:

  • ISO 17025:2005 (General Requirements for the Competence of Testing and Calibration Laboratories)
  • ISO/IEC 17011:2017 (Conformity assessment - General requirements for accreditation bodies accrediting conformity assessment bodies)
  • We are committed to maintaining our certifications and accreditations to ensure that our testing services meet international standards.

    References

    The following references were used in preparing this guide:

  • ISO/TS 6346:2011
  • ASTM D4233-12(2020)
  • EN 14241-2:2007
  • TSE 1414:2016
  • Please note that the information provided is subject to change, and you should consult with our experts for the most up-to-date information.

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