Biocon Limited has announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has classified its biologics manufacturing site in Johor Bahru, Malaysia, as “Voluntary Action Indicated” (VAI). This decision follows a cGMP inspection conducted by the FDA between September 15 and September 27, 2024.

Key Highlights:

  • Inspection Scope: The FDA inspection covered multiple manufacturing and quality control units, including:
    • One Drug Substance Unit
    • One Drug Product Manufacturing Unit
    • One Medical Device Assembly Unit
    • One Analytical Quality Control Laboratory
    • Two Microbiological Control Laboratories
    • Two Warehouses
  • Outcome: The VAI classification indicates that while there were observations during the inspection, they are not significant enough to merit regulatory or enforcement actions.
  • Commitment to Compliance: Biocon Biologics reaffirmed its dedication to adhering to global quality and compliance standards, emphasizing its commitment to producing safe and effective biologics.
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