Which DEA form must be used to document destruction of controlled substances, including breakage?

Which DEA form must be used to document destruction of controlled substances, including breakage?

• A. DEA Form 41
• B. DEA Form 106
• C. DEA Form 223
• D. DEA Form 222

Answer: (A)

Documenting the disposal of controlled substances is done with DEA Form 41. This form creates an official record that destruction—such as breakage, expiration, or other disposal—has occurred and that the substances were handled in a compliant, non-divertible manner. It captures key details: the substance name, strength, dosage form, and quantity; any relevant lot numbers; the date of destruction; the method used to destroy it; and the signatures of the person performing the destruction plus a witness. The original form is sent to the DEA, while copies are kept by the registrant for their records. This provides an auditable trail and helps ensure accountability and regulatory compliance. The other forms are used for different DEA processes and do not document destruction. For example, one form addresses reporting theft or loss, another handles ordering Schedule II substances, and another pertains to registration actions.

Documenting the disposal of controlled substances is done with DEA Form 41. This form creates an official record that destruction—such as breakage, expiration, or other disposal—has occurred and that the substances were handled in a compliant, non-divertible manner. It captures key details: the substance name, strength, dosage form, and quantity; any relevant lot numbers; the date of destruction; the method used to destroy it; and the signatures of the person performing the destruction plus a witness. The original form is sent to the DEA, while copies are kept by the registrant for their records. This provides an auditable trail and helps ensure accountability and regulatory compliance.

The other forms are used for different DEA processes and do not document destruction. For example, one form addresses reporting theft or loss, another handles ordering Schedule II substances, and another pertains to registration actions.