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Drug Mailback Program

DEA registrants wishing to become controlled substances “mail-back collectors” must obtain authorization from the DEA prior to conducting a mail-back program. They must also have the ability to destroy the returned substances onsite. DEA-registered mail-back collectors must also obtain an authorization from the USPS director, Product Classification prior to the implementation of any mail-back program.

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For more information please see PUB 52 Section 453 Controlled Substances and Drugs

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Sharps and Regulated Medical Waste

Regulated medical waste and sharps medical waste as defined in 346.12f and 346.12g and containing materials classified as Category B infectious substances are permitted for mailing provided that all applicable requirements specified in 346.322 are met. For packaging instructions for medical professional packages, refer to 346.322b–d.

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Required prior written Authorization must be obtained from:

  • Director, Product Classification
    USPS Headquarters
    475 L’Enfant Plaza SW, Room 4446
    Washington, DC 20260
  • productclassification@usps.gov

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