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”The following FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) consist of recurring questions to IFA GmbH. They are grouped under a topic and followed by their answer. If your question is not mentioned, please do not hesitate to contact us directly.“ more

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IFA for Suppliers

”Are you looking for information on how to have your product data included in the IFA information services or for the assignment of a Pharmazentralnummer (PZN)? Or are your products already listed in the IFA database? Please choose accordingly among the following“ ... more

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”Are there special requirements for me when I use my PPNs as UDI-DIs? | No, because IFA guidelines already concur with the MDR. Please note that Appendix VI of the MDR calls for special issuing rules for UDI-DIs.“ more

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”Does the PZN have to be affixed onto the pack? | Yes, even if the pack bears the product code as PPN or NTIN, the PZN is mandatory in clear print with the label "PZN: " since 09.02.2019.“ more

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IFA information on PZN

”Detailed information on the structure of the PZN and for encoding the PZN in code 39 can be found in the following information and at Encoding of PZN in Code 39 Technical Information on PZN Coding – PZN in Code 39PZN Code technical specification“ more

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IFA GmbH

”IFA GmbH is an information service provider for the pharmaceutical market and provides information services including economic and legal information for goods sold in pharmacies in Germany.“ more

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”Does the Basic-UDI have to appear on the package? | No, the Basic-UDI does not appear in plain text or in the code. It is used in EUDAMED, certificates and documentation as a key for grouping products.“ more

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”Who assigns the UDI-PI? | The manufacturer assigns the UDI-PI in accordance with the requirements of the MDR regarding traceability (cf. IFA Specification UDI).“ more

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”Where on the pack does the PZN have to be affixed? | Generally the PZN may be affixed anywhere on the pack. For centrally authorised medicinal products, the PZN must be placed in the blue box.“ more

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”Here you will find notification order files guidelines contract documents and further information of IFA GmbH availale for download Please note Some IFA documents are only available in German“ more