Pharmacy Act, 1974 (Act No. 53 of 1974)

An industrial pharmacist is a pharmacist registered with Council who specialises in inter alia the development, manufacturing, registration and distribution of medicines, medical devices and, in vitro diagnostics (IVDs) in the pharmaceutical industry (hereinafter referred to as “products”). The industrial pharmacist is responsible for developing, monitoring and maintaining compliance to the quality management system. The industrial pharmacist must ensure that the quality of products is maintained throughout the distribution chain.