Last updated 19th June 2025

ISO 21976:2018 Packaging, Tamper verification features for medicinal product packaging 

ISO 21976:2018 describes requirements and guidance for tamper verification elements on medicinal product packaging. It aims to enable manufacturers to include packaging features that indicate whether a product has been opened or otherwise modified after manufacture. This standard is crucial in safeguarding patient safety, preventing the falsification of products, and ensuring regulatory compliance throughout the pharmaceutical supply chain.

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    ISO 21976:2018 Introduction

    ISO 21976:2018 was formed to ensure that the safety and integrity of pharmaceutical packaging are maintained from the external access that the package may be opened once reaching its destination, up until consumption, so as not to interfere with compromising how effective or safe it could have been intended for. ISO 21976:2018 specifies the requirements for implementing security checks in capsule wrappers. The standard explains the various types of tamper-evident seals and features that can be applied to packaging, including adhesive tapes, breakable caps, and shrink bands. It also outlines how these features are applied, used, and verified to ensure compliance with local laws and best practices for all other packaging types within the industry. 

    ISO 21976:2018 Framework 

    ISO 21976:2018 is a globally recognized standard that provides a unified approach to tamper verification across various markets. It draws on the knowledge and expertise gained from EN 16679, the Falsified Medicines Directive (2011/62/EU), and other European standards. This global perspective enhances pharmaceutical security by fostering the development of standard tamper-evidence practices.

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    ISO 21976:2018 Test Procedure 

    The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) published a standard in 2018 that provides a complete program for using, implementing, and validating anti-clotting signs on drug packages. It outlines various types of anti-support means, such as seals, bands, and caps, designed to signal. On medicinal product packaging, ISO 21976:2018 specifies multiple ways to ensure that any changes are detected. 

    ISO 21976:2018 Applications

    ISO 21976:2018 is used in the pharmaceutical sector to make packaging tamper-evident with a visible sign of unauthorized opening. It aids in meeting international drug safety legislations and prevents the use of counterfeit drugs. The standard directs the use of the proper tamper-verification techniques, including seals or breakable closures. It also assists in designing secure packaging that defends the consumer and improves supply chain integrity. Additionally, it is used in quality control to verify the effectiveness of tamper-evident characteristics.

    ISO 21976:2018 Related Tests

    ISO 21976:2018 is closely linked to EN 16679:2014, which specifies requirements for tamper verification, and ISO 11607:2019, which covers the requirements for materials, sterile barrier systems, and packaging. Understanding these interconnections is key to ensuring comprehensive compliance with all relevant standards.

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