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Johnson & Johnson Pulls Neutrogena and Aveeno Spray Sunscreens Over Benzene Contamination

XTalks

Johnson & Johnson is recalling sunscreens from two of its popular brands over concerns of carcinogenic benzene contamination. The company said that while benzene is not an ingredient in any of its sunscreen products, it was detected during routine internal testing in some samples of its aerosol sunscreen finished products.

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Some Talc Products Contain Asbestos: Study

The Pharma Data

30, 2020 – Nearly 15% of talc-based cosmetic products analyzed in a recent study contained asbestos. She noted that EWG’s online database has identified more than 2,000 personal care products that contain talc, including more than 1,000 loose or pressed powders that could pose an inhalation risk. MONDAY, Nov.

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Mars Recalls Select Skittles, Starbust and Life Saver Gummies over Possible Metal Contamination

XTalks

Mars Wrigley announced a voluntary recall of various candy products after consumers reported thin metal strands in the candy itself or loose in the bag. The products, which were recalled in the US, include Starburst, Skittles and Life Savers gummies. The Mars recall impacted 13 product stock keeping units (SKUs) ranging from 3.5-ounce

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Container Closure Integrity Testing: A Necessity for Pharmaceutical Industry

Roots Analysis

Considering patient’s health and safety, the drug products are expected to be free from microbial contamination and should be safe for use throughout the drug’s life cycle. Therefore, several quality checks are performed to ensure product’s sterility and stability. Expansion of Container Closure Integrity Testing Network.

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Cannabis may contain heavy metals and affect consumer health, study finds

Scienmag

. — Cannabis plants — which are used to produce industrial hemp, medical marijuana and cannabidiol (CBD) oil, among other products — have an inherent ability to absorb heavy metals from the soil, making them useful for remediating contaminated sites.

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Outsourcing Biologics Fill Finish Manufacturing : Streamlining the Production Process for Biopharmaceutical Companies

Roots Analysis

The production of biologics involves high degree of fragility and sensitivity involving the need for complex manufacturing capabilities, such as fermentation, aseptic fill finish , adequate storage with controlled temperatures and analytical testing to offer quality products.

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IN FOCUS: Northgate Technologies

Pharmaceutical Technology

RANKINGS 2022 Excellence Innovation Commended Excellence Product Launch Commended Excellence Safety Commended. The company is ranked in the 2022 Excellence Rankings in the INNOVATION , PRODUCT LAUNCH and SAFETY categories. The Verdict. Northgate Technologies Inc.