What type of shelf life items may be extended only through the FDA/Department of Defense Shelf Life Extension Program (FDA/DOD SLEP)?

Type I items are specifically associated with the FDA/Department of Defense Shelf Life Extension Program (SLEP). These items typically include pharmaceuticals and certain medical supplies that have a defined shelf life based on their packaging and storage conditions. The SLEP allows for the extension of the shelf life of these items beyond their original expiration date, provided they maintain efficacy and safety.

This program relies on testing and evaluation by both the FDA and the Department of Defense to ensure that the items still meet the necessary quality standards after their stated expiration dates. The criteria for Type I items are stringent, making it crucial that they undergo this process for any possible extension. Other item types, like Type II and Type III, may have different handling or extension protocols and do not specifically fall under the purview of SLEP.