Sciensano

APRIL 18, 2023

In order to reduce the amount of packaging waste, the zero-waste trend (bying food in bulk) has recently developed. It is characterisez by the purchase, transport and storage of food using its own containers. Reducing packaging waste without compromising safety is possible thanks to your contribution! But is this trend safe?

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XTalks

JUNE 22, 2023

The Rethink Plastic alliance, in collaboration with a coalition of 81 organizations, is advocating for the integration of effective reuse systems into the European Union’s (EU’s) Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation. This push aims to mitigate waste produced by single-use plastic takeaway packaging.

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XTalks

SEPTEMBER 14, 2020

Aluminum is a popular choice for food packaging because of its superior recyclability and unique properties for product brands over other materials like plastics and glass – it is endlessly recyclable compared to plastic and paper, while being lighter and studier than glass. Availability. Environmental Sustainability. Versatility.

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Sciensano

MARCH 27, 2024

Investigations show that these counterfeit ivermectin tablets are systematically underdosed or seriously contaminated with bacteria. In 2021, a total of 12 529 counterfeit ivermectin tablets originating from postal packages were seized. These tablets are regularly found in postal packages to this day.

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XTalks

AUGUST 31, 2020

The study, “ Seeding of outbreaks of COVID-19 by contaminated fresh and frozen food ,” was published in the journal BioRxiv which circulates preliminary findings that have not been scrutinized by peer review. Related: Garden Gourmet’s Plant-Based Tuna Exploits Market ‘White Space’. “An

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XTalks

DECEMBER 20, 2021

Last Friday, The Coca-Cola Company issued a recall of some of its beverages because the affected products may contain pieces of metal bolts, washers or other foreign objects. Both the Minute Maid and Coca-Cola beverages are set to expire in 2022, which means consumers might still have products that contain the unspecified contaminants.

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XTalks

APRIL 11, 2024

Why Cinnamon is Prone to Higher Lead Levels Cinnamon can become contaminated with lead through various pathways. One primary source is environmental contamination. Additionally, the processing of cinnamon, including drying, grinding and packaging, can introduce lead if the equipment or materials are contaminated.

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FDA Law Blog

OCTOBER 31, 2021

It is made from plastic or fiber containing PFAS that have been intentionally added with a functional or technical effect or that measure above 100 parts per million total organic fluorine. Based on these data, CalRecycle must conduct and publish a report of material types and forms that are collected by solid waste facilities.

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Roots Analysis

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

A user can easily handle the container and pre-installed tube combinations without the need for additional tools, equipment, or validation. A user can easily handle the container and pre-installed tube combinations without the need for additional tools, equipment, or validation.

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The Pharma Data

DECEMBER 30, 2020

30, 2020 — A hand sanitizer has been recalled because it may contain methanol, a toxic chemical known as wood alcohol, according to the U.S. Using the contaminated mouthwash can result in “oral and, potentially, systemic infections requiring antibacterial therapy. WEDNESDAY, Dec. Food and Drug Administration.

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XTalks

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

The meal kits containing ground beef for this public health alert were shipped to consumers from July 2-21, 2022,” the FSIS stated in a public health alert. plastic vacuum-packed packages containing ‘GROUND BEEF 85% LEAN/15% FAT’ with codes ‘EST#46841 L1 22 155’ or ‘EST#46841 L5 22 155’ on the side of the packaging.”. “The

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XTalks

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Sustainable Packaging Solutions Bell Bowls’ Clamshell To-Go Container: Biodegradable Takeaway Bell Bowls tackles single-use waste with a biodegradable clamshell container, crafted from sugarcane-based material. This oven’s AI-driven features also offer insights into temperature regulation and nutrient preservation.

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XTalks

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

They obtained 64 samples of hamburgers, fries, cheese pizza, chicken burritos and chicken nuggets from various chains and found that over 80 percent contained the phthalate di-n-butyl phthalate (DnBP), while 70 percent contained di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP), both of which have been linked to reproductive health issues.

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Roots Analysis

APRIL 15, 2024

Additionally, the fill finish manufacturing of biologics is a critical step in the production of biopharmaceuticals as it requires well-equipped facilities with adequate sterile filling and packaging lines to ensure sterility of the product while filling into the final containers.

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Cloudbyz

APRIL 9, 2023

Here are some ways to bring sustainability into clinical trial management: Reduce waste: Clinical trials generate a significant amount of waste, including packaging materials, medical equipment, and biohazardous waste. For example, using reusable containers for shipping materials can reduce the amount of packaging waste.

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XTalks

AUGUST 25, 2023

The FDA established the Food Allergen Labeling and Consumer Protection Act of 2004 (FALCPA), which requires that food labels clearly identify the food source names of any ingredients that contain any protein derived from the nine most common food allergens. But how does this differ from government-set standards?

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The Pharma Data

DECEMBER 30, 2020

Adding to the list of sketchy hand sanitizers and mouthwashes, a hand sanitizer has been recalled because it may contain methanol, a toxic chemical known as wood alcohol, CBS News reported Tuesday. Using the contaminated mouthwash can result in “oral and, potentially, systemic infections requiring antibacterial therapy.

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Roots Analysis

JANUARY 17, 2024

They offer several advantages over traditional drug delivery systems ( such as vials and syringes ), including reduced chances of dosing errors, increased patient compliance and decreased risk of microbial contamination. However, this needle system does not contain a proper locking system, therefore, increased the chances of leakage.

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XTalks

OCTOBER 26, 2020

These days, it’s hard to find food, especially processed food, that isn’t encased in some form of packaging. Modern food packaging has allowed for safer, cleaner, more reliable, shelf-stable food – but at what cost? Discarded food, and the packaging it comes in, accounts for nearly 45 percent of waste in US landfills.

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XTalks

MAY 30, 2023

The patch itself is made of biodegradable nanocellulose and contains no plastic additives. Unfortunately, about 91 percent of this plastic waste from healthcare is not recycled and either ends up in landfills or contaminates natural environments. Plastic accounts for 20 to 25 percent of total waste generated by healthcare facilities.

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FDA Law Blog

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

coli contamination. On November 15, as part of the Agency’s implementation of the Food Safety and Modernization Act (FSMA), FDA released the f ood traceability final rule , which aims to reduce the occurrence of foodborne illnesses by enabling FDA to more efficiently identify and remove potentially contaminated food from the market.

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The Pharma Data

OCTOBER 19, 2020

Evidence is growing that humans regularly consume large amounts of micro- and nanoplastic particles, either via the food chain or through the direct release of particles from plastic packaging or storage materials into our food, the researchers said in background notes. Do not reheat prepared formula in plastic containers.

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Pharmaceutical Technology

MAY 11, 2008

Data has long been incorporated into drug packaging to accomplish these goals, but only to a partial degree with embossed lot numbers, expiry dates and even Braille identification in addition to linear bar codes. For example, Turkey will require track and trace by 1 January 2009 and California is requiring the technology by 1 January 2011.

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The Pharma Data

MAY 13, 2021

FACT: A recent study conducted by the Grocery Manufacturer’s Association states that OVER 80% of packaged foods eaten in the U.S. every day are contaminated with at LEAST ONE TOXIC ingredient. FACT: Food labels are NOT required to fully disclose the amounts of certain ingredients contained within foods you consume.

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XTalks

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

In 2022, Januvia was flagged for nitrosamine contamination , a potential carcinogen commonly produced as a byproduct during drug manufacturing. for a 2-pen package (0.6 & 1.2 for a 3-pen package (1.8 for a pack of three pens, each containing 1.5 While sales remain strong, they have been on the decline.

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Cloudbyz

AUGUST 19, 2024

Incident Response: Establishing a plan for responding to cybersecurity incidents, including detection, containment, eradication, and recovery. Facility Controls: Ensuring that manufacturing facilities are designed, maintained, and operated to prevent contamination, errors, and defects.

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Pharma in Brief

AUGUST 9, 2021

Requirements relating to biologics’ starting and auxiliary materials, controlling the contamination of biologics, and biologics’ storage and transportation requirements would be replaced with more flexible conditions which apply more broadly. The amendments contemplate labelling flexibilities for special containers.

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Pharmaceutical Technology

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

Compared to other dosage forms, tablets are simpler to manufacture, package, and transport. This heightens the risk of cross contamination, requiring effective containment solutions, especially when handling highly potent powders.

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Pharmaceutical Technology

JANUARY 12, 2023

That would not allow sufficient time to manufacture, package and distribute before half of the content was degraded. KB: Some formulations contain low concentrations of the active ingredient. Solid state reactions occur much more slowly than liquid interactions. A great example is aspirin. Why are bulking agents used in lyophilization?

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FDA Law Blog

DECEMBER 14, 2023

They observed that unregulated cannabis products have been found to contain fentanyl, high levels of heavy metals, contaminants, and even high delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol (“THC”) concentrations.

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XTalks

SEPTEMBER 14, 2020

“Vaccine Nationalism” Could Prove the Undoing of COVID-19 Containment. trillion) agreement reached in late July between leaders of the 27 countries in the European Union, a truly historic stimulus package designed to rescue flailing economies from COVID-19. And stimulus packages continue.

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