01 Jul Quality Assurance: Vantage’s ICH Q7 and WHO GMP Certifications

Vantage Hemp Co. has become a global leader in the production of CBD extracts by setting new quality standards for the industry through its achievement of EU and North American compliance, and internationally recognized pharmaceutical Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) certifications.

Universal principles governing pharmaceutical products are some of the most meticulous and rigorous in the world. These global standards are designed to ensure that members of the pharmaceutical industry conform to a set of regulations that protect consumers and ensure quality through pharmaceutical production standards.

Pharmaceutical certifications

In order to obtain the pharmaceutical certifications known as, ICH Q7 and WHO (World Health Organization) GMP, a company would need to prove they have the processes and procedures in place to consistently produce products that meet predefined safety and quality standards for the global supply chain. ICH Q7 is one of the highest pharmaceutical accreditations that can be given to an extraction facility and ensures compliance with international regulatory standards.

The WHO GMP certification is universally accepted and recognized by more than 100 countries including Canada, the US, the UK, and Australia.* It involves guidelines that play an important part in defining national regulations for pharmaceutical products. Ultimately, manufacturers receive this certification in compliance with regulatory guidelines and quality control.

High-quality CBD extracts

With Vantage Hemp’s forward thinking and thought leadership, these certifications will drive the company to expand further into international CBD markets to pursue commercial opportunities. Through membership in the European Industrial Hemp Association (EIHA) and multi-facets of partnerships internationally; Vantage Hemp will be able to build momentum to supply clients from across the globe with high quality pharmaceutical API grade CBD oils, distillates and isolates.

As the industry continues to find consensus on defined quality standards, Vantage Hemp consistently delivers high-quality, pharmaceutical grade CBD extracts at an unparalleled scale for the industry to become the most compliant and accredited extractor in North America.

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Darcie Moran

With pharmaceutical experience and an impressive decade-long career in the cannabis and hemp sector, Darcie is a well-rounded expert in ensuring top-notch quality standards. Her extensive knowledge spans seed to sale, cultivation, extraction, testing, quality assurance, compliance, and pharmaceutical practices. Darcie's diverse background allows her to bring a unique perspective to her role at Vantage. In addition to her expertise in quality management, Darcie has showcased her knowledge and skills in pharmaceutical audits and as a result, has positioned Vantage as a trusted and reliable partner for pharmaceutical and clinical study customers. Darcie also played a pivotal role in developing Vantage's Quality Management System (QMS) and has successfully scaled it to an electronic system. Through her innovative thinking and expertise, she has introduced enhancements like automation, streamlining the company’s processes. Darcie's contributions to the cannabis and hemp industry extend beyond her role at Vantage. As a member of the ASTM subcommittee for D37.02 Cannabis and Hemp Quality Management Systems, she actively shapes the future of quality standards in the industry. Her expertise and commitment to quality make her an invaluable asset to the committee and the industry as a whole.