Medical & Pharmaceutical Waste Disposal for Pharmaceutical Manufacturers

Why Waste Compliance Is Critical in Pharma Manufacturing

Drug manufacturers must comply with numerous regulatory bodies — including the DEA, EPA, FDA, and state environmental and pharmacy boards. Waste generated by these facilities may include:

• Expired, off-spec, or recalled products

• Raw API waste and batch samples

• Controlled substances (Schedules I–V)

• Packaging and labeling misprints

• Residual solvents and lab chemicals

• Sharps and contaminated disposables from testing labs

Without proper handling, manufacturers risk:

• DEA violations for mishandled controlled substances

• EPA penalties for RCRA hazardous waste mismanagement

• DOT violations for improper labeling or transport

• Failed audits from regulatory agencies

• Brand damage or product diversion risks

Easy RX Cycle ensures documented, traceable destruction for every waste stream — helping your QA, EHS, and compliance teams stay audit-ready.

What We Dispose Of for Pharmaceutical Manufacturers

Expired & Off-Spec Pharmaceuticals

• Expired Rx and OTC medications

• Batch samples, pilot runs, R&D lots

• Returned goods from distributors

• Recalled or defective drug products

DEA-Controlled Substances (Schedule I–V)

• Expired, unused, or contaminated Schedule II–V compounds

• Partial API or formulated drug waste

• DEA Form 41 documentation and destruction support

• Schedule I–II transfers with DEA Form 222

RCRA Hazardous Waste

• P- and U-listed chemicals (e.g., warfarin, epinephrine)

• Solvents, alcohols, and reagents

• Flammable liquids, cytotoxic drugs, and lab residuals

• Chemotherapy compounds and hazardous APIs

Regulated Medical Waste

• Sharps, syringes, pipettes, swabs, contaminated glassware

• Gowns, gloves, wipes from cleanrooms or labs

Packaging & Non-Hazardous Waste

• Misprinted or expired packaging

• Labels, blister packs, bottles, and branded cartons

• Waste packaging requiring certified destruction

Waste Disposal Options for Pharma Manufacturing Environments

Scheduled On-Site Pickup

• Ideal for manufacturers with high waste volume

• Manifested transport for all waste types

• Chain-of-custody documentation

• Flexible pickup frequency (weekly, monthly, on-demand)

• Multi-site logistics for enterprise or contract facilities

DEA-Compliant Destruction Services

• Witnessed destruction coordination

• DEA Form 41 preparation and submission

• Reverse distribution support (DEA Form 222 for Schedules I–II)

• Full traceability from pickup to Certificate of Destruction

RCRA & Hazardous Waste Management

• EPA-compliant packaging and profiling

• SDS review and material classification

• Waste labeling and manifesting

• Universal waste support for lamps, batteries, and aerosols

Who We Serve

Easy RX Cycle provides waste services for:

• Branded pharmaceutical manufacturers

• Generic drug manufacturers

• Biotech and specialty pharma companies

• Contract manufacturing organizations (CMOs/CDMOs)

• Research and formulation labs

• Sterile manufacturing and compounding facilities

• QA/QC and testing laboratories

• Packaging and labeling plants

Whether your site is FDA-registered, DEA-licensed, or state-regulated, we tailor our services to your facility's protocols.

Fully Compliant With Federal & State Regulations

Our pharma manufacturing waste services align with:

• DEA 21 CFR Part 1317 – Controlled substance disposal

• DEA Form 41 & 222 – Full preparation and audit support

• EPA RCRA Subtitle C – Hazardous waste treatment, storage, and disposal

• DOT 49 CFR – Regulated transport and manifesting

• OSHA BBP Standards (29 CFR 1910.1030) – Safe sharps handling

• FDA cGMP and CFR Part 211 – Product control and destruction

• State Board of Pharmacy and environmental regulations

We help your EHS and compliance teams prepare for audits, maintain documentation, and implement safe waste workflows across all facilities.

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