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Technical libraryDOC TB-TL-005 · REV 01 · EFFECTIVE 2026-10-30

Visual inspection and when to discard

An incoming-inspection checklist and the conditions under which a vial should not be used.

1. On receipt

  1. Check the outer carton for damage or signs of leakage.
  2. Confirm the lot number on each vial matches the packing slip.
  3. Confirm the flip-off cap is present and the crimp seal is tight and undamaged.
  4. Check the glass for cracks or chips, particularly at the shoulder and base.
  5. Confirm the expiry date leaves enough time for your planned use.

2. Before each use

Inspect the solution under good light, first against a white background and then against a black one, gently swirling without creating bubbles. It should be clear, colorless and free of visible particles.

3. Discard the vial if

  • the solution is cloudy, discolored, or contains particles or fibers;
  • the cap was missing or the seal was broken on arrival;
  • the glass is cracked or chipped;
  • the vial has been frozen;
  • it is past the lot expiry date;
  • it is more than 28 days since first puncture, or the puncture date was not recorded.

4. Reporting a problem

Contact us with your order number, the lot number and, if possible, a photograph. Quality complaints are logged against the lot and reviewed, and we replace affected units. If a problem points to the lot rather than a single unit, our recall procedure notifies every customer who received it.

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