73 FR 236 pg. 74523 - Importer of Controlled Substances; Notice of Registration
Type: NOTICEVolume: 73Number: 236Page: 74523
FR document: [FR Doc. E8-28987 Filed 12-5-08; 8:45 am]
Agency: Justice Department
Sub Agency: Drug Enforcement Administration
Official PDF Version: PDF Version
DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE
Drug Enforcement Administration
Importer of Controlled Substances; Notice of Registration
By notice dated February 20, 2008, and published in the Federal Register on February 29, 2008 (73 FR 11149), Supernus Pharmaceuticals, 1550 East Gude Drive, Rockville, Maryland 20850, made application to the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) to be registered as an importer of the basic classes of controlled substances listed in schedule II:
| Drug | Schedule |
|---|---|
| Oxycodone (9143) | II |
| Morphine (9300) | II |
The company plans to import controlled substances for clinical trials and analytical testing.
No comments or objections have been received. DEA has considered the factors in 21 U.S.C. 823(a) and 952(a) and determined that the registration of Supernus Pharmaceuticals to import the basic classes of controlled substances is consistent with the public interest and with United States obligations under international treaties, conventions, or protocols in effect on May 1, 1971, at this time. DEA has investigated Supernus Pharmaceuticals to ensure that the company's registration is consistent with the public interest. The investigation has included inspection and testing of the company's physical security systems, verification of the company's compliance with state and local laws, and a review of the company's background and history. Therefore, pursuant to 21 U.S.C. 952(a) and 958(a), and in accordance with 21 CFR 1301.34, the above named company is granted registration as an importer of the basic classes of controlled substances listed.
Dated: November 26, 2008.
Joseph T. Rannazzisi,
Deputy Assistant Administrator, Office of Diversion Control, Drug Enforcement Administration.
[FR Doc. E8-28987 Filed 12-5-08; 8:45 am]
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