Packaging, Labeling, and Distribution Systems

Increased use of single-use systems has led to a need to redefine safe, stable and integral systems for shipping biopharmaceuticals around the world. This article provides qualification data under international ASTM D4169 norms.

Single-use technologies have become increasingly prevalent in final fill/finish operations for biologics.

Aseptic fill/finish is crucial in biopharma manufacturing and is optimized through automated technology.

In adding a Vanrx Pharmasystems aseptic filling isolator, FUJIFILM adds fill/finish for gene therapies and viral vaccines.

The company will build a high-volume manufacturing facility for their glass packaging product in Durham County, NC.

RGtimeline/Shutterstock.comParenteral product quality is improving.

Keystone Folding Box has added a new line of secondary packaging systems for injectable pharmaceutical products.

Sensors and devices being developed by nGageIT Digital Health Solutions can track patient use of oral solid-dosage or injectable drugs.

The company aims to add the additional analytical services in the European Union throughout 2018.

As closure integrity testing moves from a probabilistic to a deterministic basis, designs are promoting improved control and reduced operator contact.

Conducting stability testing on APIs/finished drug product helps ensure shelf-life storage.

The recall was initiated due to a product complaint in which white particulate matter, identified as mold, was discovered in a flexible bag from one batch.

Bormioli Rocco Pharma offers new packaging solutions for powdered oral drugs, parenteral drugs, pediatric syrups, and protein-based drugs.

Despite GxP and data-management challenges, pharma is moving toward new models for clinical trial logistics.

SCHOTT began production of glass ampoules, vials, and cartridges at a new facility at the SCHOTT Xinkang headquarters in Zhejiang, China.

Europe updates the guideline on excipients information in labeling and packaging.

Manufacturers introduce innovations in glass and plastic packaging for injectables.

Bormioli Rocco Pharma, an Italian supplier of glass and plastic packaging, has launched its Delta-molded, type 1 glass vials in North America.

Choosing a suitable material for fill/finish containers begins during the product development stage.

Corning and Gerresheimer have been working together to accelerate innovations for pharmaceutical glass packaging.

A Merck, Pfizer, and Corning collaboration resulted in development of Corning Valor Glass for improved drug storage and delivery and will create US jobs.

Robotic fill/finish systems reduce human intervention, improve flexibility, and allow more gentle handling of containers.

The ready-to-fill packaging solutions for vials are based on Ompi EZ-fill packaging design.

Vetter expanded visual inspection facilities and controlled-temperature storage at its Ravensburg Vetter West facility in Germany.

Primary packaging and container design reflects a move to patient-friendly formulations and delivery systems.

The company expanded its commercial packaging facility in response to a growing demand for pediatric drugs.

PMMI, The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies, released a report on trends opportunities in packaging of pharmaceuticals and medical devices that predicts increased spending on capital equipment for processing and packaging.

Constantia Flexibles acquired a flexible packaging business from Lamp San Prospero SPA.

GenPak Solutions is cited by FDA for cGMP violations at its Hilliard, Ohio facility.

Recent trends in raw materials packaging may impact manufacturing, quality, and cost of biopharmaceuticals.