ASTM D8229-19 - Standard Guide for Corrective Action and Preventive Action (CAPA) for the Cannabis Industry

1.1 This guide applies to all entities that cultivate, process, manufacture, test, and distribute cannabis products.

1.2 This guide defines corrective action and preventive action (CAPA) and the significance of an effective CAPA process and CAPA subsystem.

1.3 This guide defines instruction on the establishment of adequate processes and procedures for the identification, analysis, measurement, and correction of quality issues.

1.4 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

1.5 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.