Lannett Company, Inc.
This drug manufacturing facility is registered with the FDA by Lannett Company, Inc.. ProPublica was able to identify at least 268 generic drugs that have been manufactured at this facility.
Facility Inspection History
The FDA is responsible for inspecting drug manufacturing facilities for violations of good manufacturing practices, such as a lack of documented drug quality testing or contaminated equipment. Below is a timeline of FDA inspections and outcomes for this facility assembled by ProPublica.
The inspections we were able to locate using available FDA data do not include inspections in advance of the release of a new drug product.
When issues are observed, inspectors usually file an FDA 483 form with citations. In more serious cases, the FDA can issue warning letters or even ban the import of drugs from the facility.
- Oct 21, 2022Oct 21, 2022Inspection With Issues
The FDA found issues but determined the facility can correct them voluntarily.
In some cases, inspectors may have recommended a different (potentially more serious) classification, but the agency declined to pursue further enforcement at the time.View Inspector NotesInspector’s notes summarizing deficiencies observed during an inspection.View Inspector NotesInspector’s notes summarizing deficiencies observed during an inspection. - Feb 2, 2018Feb 2, 2018Inspection With Issues
The FDA found issues but determined the facility can correct them voluntarily.
In some cases, inspectors may have recommended a different (potentially more serious) classification, but the agency declined to pursue further enforcement at the time.View Inspector NotesInspector’s notes summarizing deficiencies observed during an inspection.2 citations
Procedures not in writing, fully followedThe responsibilities and procedures applicable to the quality control unit are not in writing.Batch production and Batch Control Record RequirementsThe batch production and control records are deficient in that they do not include documentation of the accomplishment of each significant step in manufacturing.View Inspector NotesInspector’s notes summarizing deficiencies observed during an inspection. - Dec 16, 2014Dec 16, 2014Inspection With Issues
The FDA found issues but determined the facility can correct them voluntarily.
In some cases, inspectors may have recommended a different (potentially more serious) classification, but the agency declined to pursue further enforcement at the time.ProPublica was unable to locate a 483 form detailing issues found in this inspection. - Aug 15, 2013Aug 15, 2013Inspection With Issues
The FDA found issues but determined the facility can correct them voluntarily.
In some cases, inspectors may have recommended a different (potentially more serious) classification, but the agency declined to pursue further enforcement at the time.ProPublica was unable to locate a 483 form detailing issues found in this inspection. - Oct 31, 2012Oct 31, 2012Inspection With Issues
The FDA ruled the facility was in an “unacceptable state of compliance.”
Inspectors found serious issues at the facility, and the agency ultimately recommended official compliance action. In cases like this, the FDA typically pauses the facility’s pending drug approvals. There may be additional communications, including about issues being resolved, that are not reflected in our database because they have not been made public.6 citations
Procedures not in writing, fully followedThe responsibilities and procedures applicable to the quality control unit are not in writing.Equipment Design, Size and LocationEquipment used in the manufacture, processing, packing or holding of drug products is not of appropriate design, of adequate size, and suitably located to facilitate operations for its intended use.Calibration/Inspection/Checking not doneRoutine calibration of mechanical equipment is not performed according to a written program designed to assure proper performance.ProPublica was unable to locate a 483 form detailing issues found in this inspection. - Aug 29, 2012Aug 29, 2012Inspection With Issues
The FDA found issues but determined the facility can correct them voluntarily.
In some cases, inspectors may have recommended a different (potentially more serious) classification, but the agency declined to pursue further enforcement at the time.ProPublica was unable to locate a 483 form detailing issues found in this inspection. - May 13, 2011May 13, 2011Inspection With Issues
The FDA found issues but determined the facility can correct them voluntarily.
In some cases, inspectors may have recommended a different (potentially more serious) classification, but the agency declined to pursue further enforcement at the time.2 citations
Sanitation--buildings not clean, free of infestationBuildings used in the manufacture, processing, packing or holding of drug products are not free of infestation by rodents, birds insects, and other vermin.Identification of containers, lines, equipmentAll compounding and storage containers used during the production of a batch of drug product is not properly identified at all times to indicate contents.ProPublica was unable to locate a 483 form detailing issues found in this inspection. - May 12, 2010May 12, 2010Inspection With Issues
The FDA found issues but determined the facility can correct them voluntarily.
In some cases, inspectors may have recommended a different (potentially more serious) classification, but the agency declined to pursue further enforcement at the time.ProPublica was unable to locate a 483 form detailing issues found in this inspection. - Sep 2, 2009Sep 2, 2009Inspection With Issues
The FDA found issues but determined the facility can correct them voluntarily.
In some cases, inspectors may have recommended a different (potentially more serious) classification, but the agency declined to pursue further enforcement at the time.ProPublica was unable to locate a 483 form detailing issues found in this inspection.

