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FDA signals unannounced inspections at foreign manufacturing facilities

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The FDA noted how foreign companies have been given advanced notice before facility inspections, while American manufacturers have not.

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced its intent to expand the use of unannounced inspections at foreign manufacturing facilities that produce foods, essential medicines, and other medical products intended for American consumers and patients.

The FDA noted that this change builds upon the agency’s Office of Inspection and

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