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Label reconciliation is a practical defence against mix-ups and unexplained component loss. It should be simple enough to execute reliably and strong enough to detect meaningful discrepancies.
Issuance and control
Labels should be uniquely identified, counted, issued against an approved packaging order and protected from unauthorised access.
Line clearance
Before packaging starts, the line should be cleared of previous product, labels, documents and components. The check should be documented and independently verified where required.
Reconciliation logic
Issued, used, destroyed, sampled and returned quantities should balance within defined tolerances. Unexplained differences require investigation before batch disposition.
Electronic systems
Barcode and vision systems can reduce error but do not remove the need for validated master data, access control, challenge testing and exception handling.
ECI perspective
Strong cannabis quality systems connect scientific evidence, product knowledge, validated methods and controlled operations. Organisations should document the rationale for their decisions and update it as evidence, processes and regulatory expectations evolve.
References
- EU GMP Part I, Chapter 4 — Documentation
- EU GMP Part I, Chapter 5 — Production (packaging operations)
- Directive 2001/83/EC — Labelling and Package Leaflet Requirements
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