The US Food and Drug Administration is calling for an accredited contract laboratory to assist in testing around 200 drug product samples for benzene contamination, according to a solicitation for quotes issued 27 July.
US FDA Seeks Benzene Testing Of 200 Drug Products By Contract Lab
The agency is calling for an ISO 17025-accredited or equivalent partner to screen selected drug products for benzene, following a rash of sunscreen, antiperspirant and other OTC drug product recalls which triggered a rush on testing laboratories, as well as class action filings across the US.
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