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Overseas API Manufacturing Identified As Key Vulnerability In US Supply Chain

AAM Supports Biden-Harris Administration’s 100-Day Review

 
• By Akriti Seth

After US President Joe Biden launched a review of the country’s API supply chain, the task force has reported back with key vulnerabilities that contribute to drug shortages and supply risks during a global public health emergency. According to the report, the lack of geographic diversity and dependence on foreign nations and anti-competitive actions by foreign nations are key areas of concern.

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The task force has already launched the second phase of the supply chain review • Source: Alamy

The internal task force established by the Biden-Harris administration to review the critical US supply chain for key products, including pharmaceuticals and active pharmaceutical ingredients, has submitted its 100-Day Supply Chain Review report. The review comes after US President Joe Biden earlier this year signed an executive order directing a comprehensive review of the US supply chain. Also see "AAM Welcomes Biden Moves To Strengthen Supply Chain" - Generics Bulletin, 1 March, 2021.

According to the report, shortages of critical generic drugs and APIs have plagued the US for years. Outlining issues around...

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