BRIEFING
〈1660〉 Evaluation of the Inner Surface Durability of Glass Containers. This proposal is based on the version of the chapter official as of December 1, 2013. The Packaging and Distribution Expert Committee is proposing to revise this chapter to support the revision of Containers—Glass 〈660〉, also appearing in this issue of PF.
The revised and newly titled 〈1660〉 provides comprehensive guidelines on the formation, processing, and testing of glass containers used in pharmaceutical packaging. It covers various glass types, including aluminosilicate, borosilicate, quartz, and soda–lime–silica glass. Key topics include:
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Glass composition
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Formation processes
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Surface treatments
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Factors affecting inner surface durability
The chapter also introduces screening methods to detect glass particles and flakes, ensuring the durability and safety of glass containers. It emphasizes the importance of collaboration between pharmaceutical manufacturers and glass vendors to maintain high-quality standards throughout the glass supply chain.
Additionally, minor editorial changes have been made to update the chapter to current USP style.
(GCPD: D. Hunt)
Case ID—SUB-755