Scorer, T*; Perkin, M; Buckley, M* (2004) Weighing in the pharmaceutical industry. Measurement Good Practice Guide. 70

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Abstract

This document is intended as a guide to the best practice to be adopted when carrying out weighings in the pharmaceutical industry. It includes a discussion of the current regulations applicable to pharmaceutical weighing, descriptions of the types, performance and validation of balances typically used, and introductions to the different weighing styles that may be used. In conclusion there is a description of several methods of data analysis and uncertainty calculation.

Item Type:	Report/Guide (Measurement Good Practice Guide)
Notes:	NPL made every effort to ensure all information contained in this Good Practice Guide was correct at time of publication. NPL is not responsible for any errors, omissions or obsolescence, and does not accept any liability arising from the use of these Good Practice Guides.
Keywords:	Mass, Weight
Subjects:	Engineering Measurements Engineering Measurements > Mass, Force, Pressure
Last Modified:	23 Feb 2026 09:31
URI:	https://eprintspublications.npl.co.uk/id/eprint/3027