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ER (Establishment Registration) and NDC (National Drug Code) XML submissions are specific regulatory requirements in the United States pharmaceutical industry, managed by the FDA (Food and Drug Administration).
Purpose: The ER process involves registering a pharmaceutical establishment with the FDA. This registration is mandatory for facilities engaged in the manufacturing, processing, packing, or holding of drugs for commercial distribution in the United States.

Who Needs to Register: Any domestic or foreign establishment that manufactures or processes drugs or biologics that are distributed commercially in the United States must register with the FDA. This includes manufacturers, repackers, relabelers, and establishments engaged in the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

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  • Submission: The registration is typically done electronically through the FDA Unified Registration and Listing System (FURLS).
  • Information Required: Basic information about the establishment, including its name, address, type of operation, and details about the drugs produced or handled.
  • Renewal: Registration must be renewed annually between October 1 and December 31 each year.
  • NDC (National Drug Code) XML Submissions:
  • Purpose: The NDC is a unique identifier assigned to each drug product marketed in the United States. It serves as a universal product identifier for drugs in commercial distribution.
  • Components of NDC:
  • Labeler Code: Assigned by the FDA to the manufacturer, repackager, or distributor of the drug product.
  • Product Code: Specific to each strength, dosage form, and formulation of the drug product.
  • Package Code: Identifies the package size and type.
  • XML Submission:
  • Format: NDC information is submitted to the FDA in XML format.
  • Contents: Includes detailed information about the drug product, such as labeler name, product details, packaging information, and marketing status.
  • Components of NDC: Labeler Code: Assigned by the FDA to the manufacturer, repackager, or distributor of the drug product.
  • Product Code: Specific to each strength, dosage form, and formulation of the drug product. Package Code: Identifies the package size and type.
  • XML Submission: Format: NDC information is submitted to the FDA in XML format. Contents: Includes detailed information about the drug product, such as labeler name, product details, packaging information, and marketing status. Submission Method: Typically done electronically through the FDA’s Electronic Submissions Gateway (ESG) or other specified electronic submission systems. Use and Requirements: NDC submissions are required for new drug products, updates to existing products, and for maintaining accurate drug listings with the FDA.
  • Regulatory Compliance: Both ER and NDC submissions are critical for regulatory compliance with FDA requirements. They ensure that drug establishments are properly registered, and drug products are accurately identified and listed for distribution in the United States.
  • Electronic Submission: Both ER and NDC submissions are managed electronically to streamline the process and ensure accuracy and efficiency in regulatory reporting.