Poison Prevention Packaging Information

The links contained on this page are to be used as a tool to help easily access an overview of poison prevention packaging information. Much more information and many additional links are available on the CPSC site and can be located by conducting a search.

Poison Prevention Packaging Act Regulations - Title 16 CFR parts 1700 through 1702

Part 1700 Poison prevention packaging

Part 1701 Statements of policy and interpretation

Part 1702 Petitions for exemptions from Poison Prevention Packaging Act requirements; petition procedures and requirements

Poison Prevention Act Regulatory Summary

PPPA Guidance Documents:

Regulated Products Handbook

Drugs dispensed for household use in clinical trials

Prescription Drugs and Physician Samples

Further Information on the PPPA:

Presentations from the Understanding the Poison Prevention Packaging Act workshop held on March 16, 2005

Poison Prevention Packaging: A Guide for Healthcare Professionals

Child Resistant and Senior-Friendly Packaging Guide

General Information on Poison Prevention

Poison Prevention Publications