FDA 21 CFR 820: Quality System Regulation * Free *

Date Published:
Thu, 04/01/2010

21 CFR 820, the Quality System Regulation, sets forth the current good manufacturing practice (cGMP) requirements that govern the methods used in, and the facilities and controls used for, the design, manufacture, packaging, labeling, storage, installation, and servicing of all finished devices intended for human use. The requirements in this part are intended to ensure that finished devices will be safe and effective and otherwise in compliance with the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act. This part establishes basic requirements applicable to manufacturers of finished medical devices.

Sections commonly cited in software deficiencies include:

820.30 Design Controls 

820.70(i) Automated Processes 

820.75 Process Validation 

820.100 Corrective and Preventive Action 

820.140 Handling 

820.150 Storage 

820.180(b) Record Retention

820.198 Complaint Files

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