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Navigating DSCSA compliance

Everything you need to know about the Drug Supply Chain Security Act (DSCSA) and resources to help you naviagate compliance

Announcements

ICYMI: Watch our DSCSA webinar on-demand

Missed our webinar on navigating DSCSA compliance for dispensers? Watch the 30-minute session, led by Gregg Gorniak, VP of Manufacturer Operations & Data Services at Cencora, to learn about the final DSCSA exemption deadline on November 27, 2025. The webinar covers compliance requirements, options for accessing serialized data, and resources to help you avoid disruptions.

Dispenser resources

Dispenser impact checklist

ABC Order

Log in to ABC Order to access the DSCSA report, join our DSCSA focused training webinars, and find additional DSCSA training materials

Understanding the Drug Supply Chain Security Act (DSCSA)

DSCSA frequently asked questions - updated FAQ coming soon!

Understanding the updated returns and claims process

Waivers, Exception, Exemption (WEE) and the small dispenser exemption

Suspect v. Illegitimate product

Understanding GLN requirements

Sample DSCSA Standard Operating Procedure Template

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assistance related to DSCSA?

 
Announcements and resources from the FDA

DSCSA updates as of October 9, 2024

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued an exemption to any product transacted by all eligible trading partners. Read the announcement below. 

Waivers and exemptions beyond the stabilization period

On June 12, 2024, the FDA announced exemptions for small dispensers from certain requirements of section 582 of the FD&C Act until November 27, 2026, while those who do not meet this exemption can request a waiver, exception, or exemption if they have concerns about readiness or patient access.

Stabilization period of DSCSA until November 2024

The FDA has announced it will not enforce DSCSA until November 27, 2024, allowing an additional year for manufacturers, distributors, dispensers, and trading partners to refine their systems and processes while continuing to show progress and prepare for compliance.

Drug Supply Chain Security Act

List of DSCSA policy documents

DSCSA requirements for pharmacists

DSCSA dispenser checklist


DSCSA support for manufacturers

By streamlining packaging and logistics guidelines for our manufacturer partners, we ensure sites of care receive their products quickly and safely. We have created additional resources to help our
manufacturer partners prepare for the enhanced unit level tracking requirements effective November 2023.


How we are helping you prepare

Navigating DSCSA compliance

DSCSA: Are you ready for November 2024?

3 ways your distributor can help you prepare for DSCSA compliance

Matt Sample, SVP, Manufacturer
Operations,
discusses DSCSA requirements for dispensers


DSCSA in the news

Drug Supply Chain Security Act: How Cencora supports compliance

The drug distributor is helping manufacturers tackle compliance with the long-awaited law’s implementation

HDA presents Cencora’s Matt Sample with DMA for industry leadership

Healthcare Distribution Alliance (HDA) interview with Matt Sample, SVP, Manufacturer and Replenishment Operations

Pharma industry shifts toward full activation

In the fourth part of her Pharma Commerce video interview, Heather Zenk, Cencora’s president of US supply chain, explores how public-private collaboration, smarter sourcing strategies, and long-term manufacturer support are helping to fortify pharmaceutical supply chains against future crises.

Understanding the FDA's exemption for DSCSA compliance 

The Pharmaceutical Commerce podcast featuring Matt Sample, SVP, Manufacturer and Replenishment Operations

The DSCSA clock is ticking

Medicine Maker interview with Matt Sample and Gregg Gorniak ahead of the fast-approaching implementation date

Pharmacy organizations raise alarms on DSCSA preparedness

Gregg Gorniak meets with Pharmacy Practice News to discuss the importance of knowing exactly who is responsible for DSCSA compliance in your organization

Prioritizing DSCSA adherence to protect patient safety

The FDA announces that it will delay its enforcement of DSCSA until November 2024

DSCSA delay: No time to take foot off the gas

Regulatory Focus interview with Matt Sample, SVP, Manufacturer and Replenishment Operations

What you need to know about the Drug Supply Chain Security Act before November’s deadline

Q&A with Matt Sample, SVP, Manufacturer and Replenishment Operations

Manufacturers an essential part of the DSCSA relay race

Regulatory Focus interview with Gregg Gorniak, Senior Director, Manufacturing Operations

The DSCSA overview

The Pharmaceutical Commerce podcast featuring Gregg Gorniak, Senior Director, Manufacturing Operations

Have additional questions or need assistance related to DSCSA?