### Question
How is the "commercial container" defined?


### Answer
The term **commercial container** is defined in *21 CFR § 1300.01* as follows -

> any bottle, jar, tube, ampule, or other receptacle in which a substance is held for distribution or dispensing to an ultimate user, and in addition, any box or package in which the receptacle is held for distribution or dispensing to an ultimate user. 

#### Citation:
  - *21 CFR § 1300.01*
  - Heading: **Title 21-Food and Drugs > PART 1300—DEFINITIONS**

