E-708

Creating New Packaging Component Specifications

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1.0 Purpose 
 
 The purpose of this SOP is to describe the procedure used in maintaining and reviewing new
 incoming packaging component specifications documentation to ensure both required quality
 standards and regulatory requirements are met for safe food contact (Dietary Supplement),
 
 Cosmetic and OTC products. 
 
 2.0 Scope 
 
 This procedure applies to all packaging components /materials used to contain food related
 product/material or any other finished product material manufactured by Ion Labs, Inc.
 
 3.0 Responsibility 
 
 3.1 It is the responsibility of Purchasing, Process Engineers, Quality Control and Quality
 Assurance, or designee to manage and ensure overall compliance with this procedure.
 
 SZ It is the responsibility of Purchasing to send as well as notify the Process Engineer of
 any updates on vendor provided documentation associated with packaging components
 including: technical drawing specifications, regulatory information indicating the
 container is safe for food /product contact (Certificate of Compliance), and the PO
 containing the Packaging Component ID number based on the type of component.
 
 33 It is the responsibility of the Process Engineer or designee to create an internal
 packaging component specification sheet based off of the documentation provided for
 each component, and to ensure that this documentation is approved and signed by
 Quality. The Process Engineer will notify Quality Control Management when
 documentation is completed and approved. The Process Engineer will maintain all
 records of all packaging component specifications including the Packaging Component
 index. 
 
 3.4 It is the responsibility of the Quality Systems Manager or designee to ensure
 
 documentation submitted containing the data and specifications for each packaging
 component is approved by Quality and submitted electronically to Document Control.
 These approved documents will be made available to the Quality Control Supervisor and
 Incoming Inspection Department. 
 
 Sa It is the responsibility of Quality Assurance to ensure the completed packaging
 component specification meets all internal and regulatory requirements prior to approval.
 
 3.6 It is the responsibility of Production, Quality Systems, Quality Assurance and Document
 
 
 

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 Control management to ensure this procedure is implemented and followed.
 
 4.0 Definitions 
 
 4.] Packaging Component — any type of packaging component (bottles, caps, scoops,
 desiccants, etc.) used as a final packaging container that comes into contact with finished
 product. 
 
 4.2 PO - Purchase Order provided by Purchasing. 
 
 4.3 Packaging Component ID — an internal number assigned by Accounting to identify a
 type of packaging component. 
 
 4.4 Packaging Component Specification Form — an internal specification form listing
 component description, component dimensions, the packaging component ID, and
 manufacturer. 
 
 4.5 Certificate of Compliance - (C of C) - regulatory documentation used to ensure
 component coming into contact with finished product is safe for food use.
 
 4.6 Packaging Component Index — a reference document listing the Packaging Component
 ID and its description based on specification. 
 
 4.7 AVL — Approved Vendor List 
 
 5.0 References 
 
 5.1 E-101, SOP, Warehouse and Inventory Control 
 
 5.2 E-601, SOP, Vendor Qualification 
 
 5.3 C-502, SOP, Record Storage, Retention, and Destruction 
 
 6.0 Procedure 
 
 6.1 Purchasing will notify the Process Engineer or designee upon receiving a new packaging
 component. The Process Engineer will initiate the creation of a new packaging
 component specification sheet according to documentation provided consisting of: PO
 containing Packaging Component ID and product description, technical specifications
 and drawings for materials associated with the component, and CofC compliance
 documentation acknowledging if the component is safe for food use/intended use (i.e.
 
 meets FDA Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act Federal Regulations). 
 6.1.1 The Process Engineer will verify with Purchasing if the packaging component
 
 supplier is an approved vendor on the Approved Vendor List prior to proceeding
 with creating the specification. 
 
 

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 6.1.1.1 Ifthe vendor providing the component is not on the list, Purchasing will
 initiate a Vendor Evaluation Form (E-601-F2) and forward on to the
 Quality Specialist begin the vendor qualification process.
 
 6.1.1.2 Upon completion of the vendor qualification, the Quality Specialist will
 notify the Process Engineer and Purchasing of adding the new vendor to
 the Approved Vendor List. 
 
 6.2 Creation of the Packaging Component Specification Sheet 
 
 6.2.1 Create a new folder in Technical Drawing and Specifications located on the F:
 drive, naming the folder by Packaging Component ID assigned via PO and save
 all technical documents provided by Purchasing electronically into this folder for
 reference. (F'/Doc Control Only/Technical Drawings and Specifications).
 
 6.2.1.1 Print a hardcopy of all technical documentation received by Purchasing.
 Examine the required documentation is present including all regulatory
 (CofC) information. If not provided, request Purchasing to contact
 vendor to provide a copy. 
 
 6.2.1.2 Write the Packaging Component ID on all hardcopies of the
 documentation associated with the corresponding Packaging
 Component ID. (Example: Bottle — PB0050; Cap — PC0100; Scoop —
 PK0200). Highlight documentation indicating the component is safe
 for food / intended use for quick reference. 
 
 6.2.2 Open the corresponding template form (See Attachment 8.1) based on the type of
 packaging component to be completed and save into the newly assigned
 Packaging Component ID folder (Example: PC0244 Packaging Component
 Specification Form). 
 
 6.2.2.1 Enter all pertinent specification information for the component into the
 Packaging Component Specification Form using the technical and
 
 regulatory documentation provided. 
 
 Note: Review all fields for accuracy noting all dimensions (significant
 figures), units of measure (convert mm to inches if applicable),
 as well as all other fields agree with what is listed on the
 technical documentation. Should the documents not be in
 English or translatable, contact Purchasing for additional
 information. 
 
 6.2.2.2 The Process Engineer or designate will sign off on the Packaging
 Component Specification Form and attach all technical/regulatory
 documentation to present to Quality for final review. 
 
 6.3 Completing the Packaging Component Specification Review Process 
 
 6.3.1 Upon completion of the documentation, the Quality Specialist or designee will
 
 

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 verify if the packaging component was purchased from a qualified vendor as
 listed on the AVL, examine the documentation for accuracy and completeness of
 the Packaging Component Specification form, and assure that all other required
 regulatory information is provided to ensure the component is safe for food
 use/intended use. 
 
 6.3.2 Upon approval, the Quality Specialist or designee will sign and date the
 Packaging Component Specification form, returning all documentation to the
 Process Engineer or designate to file. 
 
 6.3.2.1 The Process Engineer or designee will ensure all documentation
 returned from Quality is approved with signature and date prior to
 creating an electronic file. 
 
 e The Process Engineer will scan the verified documentation and
 create an electronic file (PDF) including all required documentation
 and save it to the original Packaging Component ID folder.
 
 e The electronic copy of the data and specifications for this
 documentation will be forwarded to the Quality Systems Manager.
 
 e The original hardcopies of the approved documentation scanned
 will be retained by the Process Engineer and available for reference.
 
 6.4 Updating the Packaging Component Index for New Components 
 
 6.4.1 The Process Engineer or designee will update the Packaging Specification
 Component Index to reflect the new component (to include Item ID, Category,
 and description. 
 
 6.4.1.1 Based on the component type, the new component will be added and
 saved to the corresponding spreadsheet. (F:/Doc — Control
 
 Only/Technical Drawings and Specifications/Packaging Component
 Specification Index). 
 
 6.4.1.2 A hardcopy of the Packaging Component Specification Index will be
 updated, printed and stored in the designated Packaging Component
 Specification binder as a reference guide for Quality, Production and
 other departments (as applicable) each time a new packaging
 component is added to the library. 
 
 6.5 Records will be retained per SOP C-502 (Record Storage, Retention, and Destruction).
 
 

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 7.0 Revision History 

| Rev | Date | Description of Changes | CCR # | By |
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| 0 | 06/14/18 | New procedure. N/A L. Erickson 8.0 Attachments | - | - |

 8.1 Example of Packaging Component Specification Sheet — Bottle (PB) 
 8.2 Example of Packaging Component Specification Sheet — Cap (PC) 
 
 8.3. Example of Packaging Component Specification Sheet - Scoop (PK) 
 
 Attachment 1 - Example of Packaging Component Specification Sheet — Bottle (PB)
 
 Packaging Component Specification 
 400cc Cobalt Blue PET Packer Round 45/400 Bottle 
 
 Specification Item Value 
 Height: 5.125 + .050 
 
 Width: 2.875 + .030 
 
 Mouth Opening: 1.631 +.015 
 Weight (gr): 37.3 & 2 
 
 Chemical Composition: PET 
 Color: Cobalt Blue 
 
 Suitability of Material: Confirmed 
 
 *Technical Drawing Attached from Paradigm Packaging 
 
 Ref. No. PBO175 
 
 Reviewed and Approved By: 
 
 QC Manager / Designate Date 
 
 

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 Attachment 2 - Example of Packaging Component Specification Sheet — Cap (PC) 
 
 Packaging Component Specification 
 Black Ribbed Mold-Rite Cap 45/400 Lift and Peel 
 
 Specification Item Value 
 
 Height: 0.445" + .010 
 Width: 1.865” +.010 
 
 Weight (gr): 39 £15 
 Chemical Composition: Polypropylene 
 
 Color: Black 
 Type: Ribbed with Smooth Top Cap Lift and Peel 
 
 Suitability of Material: Confirmed. 
 “Technical Drawing Attached from Mold-Rite Plastics Inc. 
 
 Ref. No. PCO153 
 
 Reviewed and Approved By: 
 QC Manager/ Designate Date 
 
 

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 Attachment 3 - Example of Packaging Component Specification Sheet—Desiccant (PK)
 
 Packaging Component Specification 
 1.0 Gram Silica Gel Desiccant 
 
 Specification Item Value 
 Width: 0.9251" + .0787° 
 
 Length: 1.4960” +.0787 
 
 Net Weight 1.0gr + 10% 
 Packaging Type: Tyvek® 
 
 Composition: Silica Gel 
 Color: White 
 
 Suitability of Material: Confirmed 
 *Technical Drawing Attached from DryPak Industries 
 
 Ref. No. PKOLOS 
 
 Reviewed and Approved By: 
 
 Quality Managet/Designee Date