CVM GFI #255 Elemental Impurities in Animal Drug Products Questions and Answers November 2020

GUIDANCE DOCUMENT

• Docket Number: FDA-2018-D-0943
• Issued by: Center for Veterinary Medicine

The submission of information regarding components and composition, as well as manufacturing methods, facilities, and controls is required under 21 CFR 514.1(b)(4) and (5) for new animal drug applications and under section 512(n)(1)(G) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act for abbreviated new animal drug applications. The submission of manufacturing changes to an approved application is required under 21 CFR 514.8(b)(1)(i).

This guidance is intended to assist sponsors of animal drug products in addressing changes in the United States Pharmacopeia (USP) requirements for the control of elemental impurities in drug products marketed in the United States.  This document provides recommendations to sponsors regarding the control of elemental impurities in animal drug products, including all dosage forms and routes of administration. The information to be maintained on-site and information to be submitted to CVM is also clarified.

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