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FDA conducted third highest number of inspections on Biologics companies in Massachusetts during 2024

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Mark Raza Principal Deputy Chief Counsel - FDA | Official Website

Mark Raza Principal Deputy Chief Counsel - FDA | Official Website

In 2024, 24 Biologics companies received 24 FDA inspections in Massachusetts, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

This was the third highest number of inspections per type of company made by the FDA in Massachusetts, equalling 15.6% of all inspections in 2024.

Of all the Massachusetts companies involved in the Biologics sector, Patrick Y. Wen, M.D. received the most citations from the FDA in 2024.

The FDA routinely inspects facilities across the nation to determine if the workplace and their products are compliant with FDA-regulated laws and regulations implemented to improve overall public health. Inspection results are then disclosed publicly.

According to its website, the FDA is a government agency that is primarily responsible for monitoring the production and distribution of human and animal drugs, biological products, medical supplies and tobacco products for safety quality.

Top 10 FDA Inspections by Number of Actions Indicated in Massachusetts During 2024
Project AreaNo Action IndicatedVoluntary Action IndicatedOfficial Action Indicated
Bioresearch Monitoring254
Blood and Blood Products101
Compliance: Devices9163
Drug Quality Assurance31
Food Composition, Standards, Labeling and Econ11
Foodborne Biological Hazards46232
Human Cellular, Tissue, and Gene Therapies7
Postmarket Assurance: Devices1751
Radiation Control and Health Safety Act12
Technical Assistance: Food and Cosmetics21

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