FDA Advises Companies To Pay Close Attention to Raw Materials In Cell Therapy Manufacture
Executive Summary
FDA officials attempt to clear up questions on regulatory expectations for qualifying raw materials for cell and gene therapy products. FDA officials advise manufacturers to conduct risk assessments, use the highest-grade materials they can find and avoid using animal-derived raw materials. Industry officials describe complexities in making these products.
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