Product testing and investigations

TGA Laboratories test therapeutic goods for quality. A risk-based process is applied to determine how products are tested.

Samples for testing are obtained from manufacturers, wholesalers, chemists, hospitals, retail outlets or the general public. On average, around 2000 samples of products are tested each year.

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TGA Laboratories: What we test and how to access the results

The TGA Laboratories perform a range of activities to ensure therapeutic goods are of an acceptable standard
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Testing of therapeutic goods

Information on the TGA Laboratories testing program for therapeutic goods.
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Laboratory test results

TGA Laboratory testing results are released in May and November each year.

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TGA Laboratories
Laboratories Branch - international affiliations
Post-market reviews

Test reports and publications

TGA laboratory testing reports
Test method: UPLCC01 - Cannabinoids
TGA Laboratories testing of ranitidine medicines
Findings from TGA's compliance review of sunscreens

COVID-19

Surrogate viruses for use in disinfectant efficacy tests to justify claims against COVID-19
Post-market review of face masks - Non-compliance notices and ARTG variations
Post-market review of face masks: Outcomes and actions
Testing of face masks and respirators

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TGA Laboratories: What we test and how to access the results

Testing of therapeutic goods

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