Pharmaceutical substance (API)
A pharmaceutical substance (active ingredient, API) is a substance with pharmacological activity used to manufacture medicinal products. Its import and circulation are subject to separate regulation and quality confirmation.
Substances are imported by manufacturers of finished forms; confirmation of quality compliance and inclusion in the register are required. The composition also determines the HS classification.
We will advise you on importing substances and on classification.
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