Understanding the National Drug Code (NDC): Relevance and Application in Pharmaceutical Products
The National Drug Code (NDC) is a unique identifier assigned by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to drugs intended for human use, facilitating tracking, reimbursement, and regulatory compliance. This white paper explains the purpose of the NDC, when it must appear on product labels, and why it is not required for Aquabiliti's bulk packaged water-based products, such as Water for Injection (WFI). Aquabiliti's products are designed exclusively for further manufacturing use – serving as components in biopharmaceutical production rather than finished dosage forms for direct parenteral administration. The absence of an NDC does not compromise the product's quality, safety, or suitability for its intended purpose, as these products adhere to stringent U.S. Pharmacopeia (USP) specifications, Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), and other regulatory standards. By clarifying these distinctions, this document aims to inform customers about appropriate NDC usage and reaffirm Aquabiliti's commitment to delivering high-purity, compliant solutions for the biopharmaceutical industry.
