Standard Operating Procedure for Microbial Testing of Aerosol Products

1) Purpose

The purpose of this SOP is to outline the procedures for microbial testing of aerosol products in the pharmaceutical industry. This ensures the safety and quality of aerosol products by assessing microbial contamination levels.

2) Scope

This SOP applies to the Quality Control (QC) department at [Company Name], responsible for conducting microbial testing on aerosol products according to regulatory requirements and company standards.

3) Responsibilities

QC Manager: Oversees microbial testing procedures and ensures compliance with SOP.
Microbiologists: Perform microbial tests and interpret results.
Production Personnel: Provide samples and support testing activities.

4) Procedure

4.1 Sampling:
4.1.1 Collect representative samples from each batch of aerosol products.
4.1.2 Ensure samples are aseptically collected to prevent contamination.

4.2 Microbial Limits Testing:
4.2.1 Perform tests to determine total aerobic microbial count.
4.2.2 Conduct tests for specific pathogens as per regulatory requirements.

4.3 Sterility Testing (if applicable):
4.3.1 Use appropriate methods to test for sterility of aseptic aerosol products.
4.3.2 Follow procedures for incubation, observation, and interpretation of results.

4.4 Environmental Monitoring:
4.4.1 Conduct environmental monitoring of production areas and equipment.
4.4.2 Document findings and take corrective actions if environmental monitoring results are out of specification.

4.5 Identification and Reporting:
4.5.1