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21 CFR 820.250(b): Statistical techniques

PART 820-QUALITY SYSTEM REGULATION · Subpart O-Statistical Techniques

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Citation 21 CFR 820.250(b)
Section Statistical techniques
Part PART 820-QUALITY SYSTEM REGULATION
Subpart Subpart O-Statistical Techniques
Subchapter 21 CFR H Medical Devices
Product types cited Devices, Drugs, Food/Cosmetics, Other_Regulations
Regulation text (excerpt) (b) Sampling plans, when used, shall be written and based on a valid statistical rationale. Each manufacturer shall establish and maintain procedures to ensure that sampling methods are adequate for their intended use and to ensure that when changes occur the sampling plans are reviewed. These activities shall be documented.

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