December 17, 2025

FACT and JACIE Publish the Standards for Hematopoietic Cellular Therapy (HCT), Version 9.1 and the Standards for Immune Effector Cells (IEC), Version  3.1

FACT and JACIE officially released the Standards for Hematopoietic Cellular Therapy (HCT), 9th Edition and the Standards for Immune Effector Cells (IEC), 3rd Edition in October, establishing the global benchmark for excellence in cellular therapy.

Following publication, a small number of clarifications and technical updates were identified to further enhance accuracy and consistency across the documents. These minor revisions have now been completed, and the updated Standards and Accreditation Manuals are available through the FACT store.  Individuals who purchased the HCT Ninth Edition and IEC Third Edition digital versions will receive the revised documents via email. Updated print editions will be distributed to complete all applicable printed orders.

The HCT and IEC Standards reflect FACT and JACIE’s enduring commitment to advancing quality, patient safety, and excellence in the medical and laboratory practice of cellular therapy worldwide.

For questions regarding the Standards, please contact FACT at standards@factglobal.org.