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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XTalks

DECEMBER 14, 2020

AvKARE, a generics pharmaceutical manufacturer based in Pulaski, Tennessee, has issued a recall on one lot each of its sildenafil 100 mg tablets and trazodone 100 mg tablets due to a packaging “mix-up” in which both drugs were filled into the same bottle. According to AvKARE, the error occurred at a third-party bottle filling facility.

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XTalks

FEBRUARY 5, 2021

There are a variety of materials that are used for food packaging, and they serve some very important functions in the food industry. Many of the foods purchased by consumers today are contained in packaging made from materials such as paper, plastic, metal or glass. One of the hallmarks of food packaging is the single-use design.

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Pharma Packaging Solutions

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

That’s why the drug packaging process is so important, and must be carried out correctly. Primary packaging is the first step in the drug packaging process. Packing materials that come in direct contact with pharmaceutical products—such as blister packs, bottles, vials, and ampules—are all examples of primary packaging.

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Pharma Packaging Solutions

AUGUST 3, 2023

Medical device packaging plays a vital role in the public health sector, ensuring that medical devices make it to consumers without being damaged or compromised. With such an important job to do, medical device packaging must meet several strict requirements. We look forward to assisting with all of your packaging needs.

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Scienmag

JUNE 27, 2022

At the same time, the World Health Organization estimates that foodborne illness from microbial contamination causes about 420,000 deaths per year […].

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BioSpace

FEBRUARY 3, 2021

From packaging errors and contaminants to serious adverse effects, there are many reasons why products in the life sciences industry get recalled. Here’s a look at some of the latest drug and medical device recalls.

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STAT News

AUGUST 15, 2022

communities. Although researchers have known about the impact of these chemicals for years, there has been little guidance available for clinicians.

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XTalks

MAY 3, 2024

Approximately one in every 25 chicken packages at grocery stores is contaminated with Salmonella. Other food products can also be contaminated with Salmonella. For example, last month, Trader Joe’s recalled specific fresh basil packages from 29 states following a Salmonella outbreak that affected 12 individuals.

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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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The Pharma Data

FEBRUARY 19, 2022

The impacted products originated from the company’s distribution facility in West Memphis, Arkansas, where an FDA inspection found insanitary conditions, including a rodent infestation, that could cause many of the products to become contaminated. Families rely on stores like Family Dollar for products such as food and medicine. 29 and Sep.

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Roots Analysis

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Further, the cold chain storage process involves the cold chain storage, cold chain transportation, and monitoring temperature controlled packaging products. Therefore, the pharmaceutical, biotech, food and chemical industries usually rely on cold chain packaging for the transportation of their products.

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XTalks

DECEMBER 14, 2020

AvKARE, a generics pharmaceutical manufacturer based in Pulaski, Tennessee, has issued a recall on one lot each of its sildenafil 100 mg tablets and trazodone 100 mg tablets due to a packaging “mix-up” in which both drugs were filled into the same bottle. According to AvKARE, the error occurred at a third-party bottle filling facility.

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XTalks

SEPTEMBER 17, 2020

Related: FDA Announces Slow Phase-Out of Certain PFAS Chemicals Used in Food Packaging. Sprouts can carry a risk of foodborne illness if they are contaminated, and unlike other fresh produce, the warm, moist conditions required to grow sprouts are ideal for the rapid growth of bacteria, including Salmonella , Listeria , and E.

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XTalks

DECEMBER 20, 2021

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. coli , listeria or salmonella contamination in raw produce and meat, this is not the first beverage-related recall this year. While recalls tend to address E.

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Pharmaceutical Technology

JULY 14, 2022

Pharmaceutical companies regularly outsource different steps of drug manufacturing processes like parenteral manufacturing and packaging, solid dose, and small molecule or biologic active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) production, among others. Several companies have been charged with manufacturing different components of J&J’s vaccine.

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XTalks

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

The ability to rapidly test and detect these pathogens on food and processing equipment allows for immediate intervention and remediation that can reduce widespread contamination that results in loss of product, foodborne illness and subsequent devastating economic impact to the food producers associated with product recalls.”.

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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

JULY 26, 2024

These tiny particles, primarily from environmental contamination, can infiltrate the food supply. Plastics are ubiquitous in consumer and industrial products, ranging from packaging to automotive parts. Microplastics and nanoplastics primarily contaminate food through environmental exposure where crops and livestock are raised.

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XTalks

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

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 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.

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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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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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Roots Analysis

FEBRUARY 28, 2022

Considering patient’s health and safety, the drug products are expected to be free from microbial contamination and should be safe for use throughout the drug’s life cycle. One of the stages that require quality assurance is packaging of the drug product, as compromised packaging could have serious consequences.

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pharmaphorum

NOVEMBER 24, 2022

Cleanrooms are critical in the development of pharmaceuticals, offering a controlled environment free from contamination to test new drugs and therapeutic devices. Each room is developed to deliver a specific environment to unique ISO standards to avoid contamination. But with a single dedicated cleanroom environment costing around $2.5

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Pharmaceutical Technology

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

Two-Plasmid Packaging System for Recombinant Adeno-Associated Virus. Free Whitepaper Environmental monitoring for closed robotic workcells used in aseptic processing Recognising that human operators are a major potential source of contamination in aseptic processing, a global study was set up to examine the use of closed robotic workcells.

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XTalks

AUGUST 15, 2024

These tiny particles, primarily from environmental contamination, can infiltrate the food supply. In this episode of the Xtalks Food Podcast, Sydney talks about how microplastics and nanoplastics primarily contaminate food through environmental exposure where crops and livestock are raised.

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XTalks

DECEMBER 1, 2021

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) estimates that nearly 48 million people are sickened by food contaminated with harmful germs each year, with produce being the culprit in many cases. Proper produce washing methods may not be pressing to most outside of professional kitchens, but the PD100 is making the case that it should be.

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Sciensano

APRIL 18, 2023

In order to reduce the amount of packaging waste, the zero-waste trend (bying food in bulk) has recently developed. Sciensano, as a center of excellence in evaluating potential risks of known and emerging contaminants in food contact materials ( FCM ), designed a survey to address this gap. But is this trend safe?

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FDA Law Blog

OCTOBER 31, 2021

Under SB 343, a product or packaging is not recyclable in California if: It includes components, inks, dyes, adhesives, or labels that prevent its recyclability; It contains intentionally added chemicals identified pursuant to regulations implementing section 42370.2(g)(4) g)(4) of the California Public Resources Code; or.

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XTalks

AUGUST 25, 2023

MenuTrinfo’s certification scheme covers an exhaustive list of over 100 manufacturing points for a consumer packaged goods (CPG) brand to earn the seal for their products. Mitigating Cross-Contamination with MenuTrinfo One of the most pertinent concerns for anyone with allergies is the potential for cross-contamination.

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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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XTalks

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

It also found detectible levels of phthalates in food handling gloves, which researchers said could be a source of contamination. Related: FDA Announces Slow Phase-Out of Certain PFAS Chemicals Used in Food Packaging. What are Phthalates?

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The Pharma Data

DECEMBER 30, 2020

Made in China, the recalled products are packaged in a white opaque or clear plastic bottle with either a blue, clear, or black cap and are labeled as IMC Wash-Free Hand Sanitizer, Wash-Free Hand Sanitizer, and Thrifty White Pharmacy Hand Sanitizer. ” The recall covers 4-ounce and 1-pint (16-ounce) bottles, NDC Nos.

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XTalks

APRIL 18, 2024

Cinnamon can become contaminated with lead through various pathways. One primary source is the processing of cinnamon, including drying, grinding and packaging, which can introduce lead if the equipment or materials are contaminated.

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XTalks

APRIL 6, 2023

Raw flour is prone to contamination in the field by birds and animals as well as during harvest, transportation and processing. Flour doesn’t seem like a raw food, but most bagged flour that can be purchased from the grocery store is actually raw, meaning that it hasn’t been treated to kill the germs that cause food poisoning.

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The Pharma Data

NOVEMBER 10, 2020

coli O157:H7 strain found by Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) in Tanimura & Antle brand packaged single head romaine lettuce. brand packaged single head romaine lettuce with a pack date of Oct. recalled packaged single head romaine lettuce with a pack date of Oct. SILVER SPRING, Md. ,

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XTalks

MAY 18, 2023

In certain dry manufacturing plants where water cannot be used to sanitize equipment, lead researcher Dr. Abigail Snyder, an assistant professor of food science, has been investigating the effectiveness of superheated steam in cleaning these environments and preventing contamination. Instances of E.

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