Powder handling in pharmaceutical manufacturing demands precise control. Even trace-level releases of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) during transfer can lead to occupational exposure, cross-contamination, or batch failure, especially with high-potency compounds.
Manufacturers face increasingly stringent regulations, including defined Occupational Exposure Limits (OELs) and Occupational Exposure Bands (OEBs). These classifications guide containment strategies and the selection of appropriate engineering controls.
Let’s start with the fundamentals of pharmaceutical powder containment and explore how technologies like EZ PowderZip™ are setting new benchmarks for safety and efficiency.