A practical walkthrough for importers, distributors and government buyers on sourcing affordable, WHO-GMP certified generic medicines from India — from product selection to documentation and delivery.
India supplies a large share of the world’s affordable generic medicines. For importers, hospitals, NGOs and government buyers, sourcing directly from India can significantly reduce procurement costs while maintaining quality — provided you follow the right process. Here is a clear, step-by-step guide.
1. Define your product requirement
Start with a clear list of the molecules, strengths, dosage forms and pack sizes you need, along with estimated annual volumes. A well-defined requirement lets a supplier quote accurately and match you with the correct manufacturing partner.
2. Choose the right sourcing partner
Working with a merchant exporter gives you multi-manufacturer access from a single point of contact — the widest product range, competitive pricing and flexible quantities. Confirm the exporter sources only from WHO-GMP certified facilities and can provide complete regulatory documentation.
3. Verify quality and compliance
- Manufacturing standard: products should come from WHO-GMP, and where relevant EU-GMP or other stringent-regulator approved facilities.
- Documentation: Certificate of Pharmaceutical Product (COPP), Certificate of Analysis (COA), GMP certificate and Free Sale Certificate.
- Stability data suited to your climatic zone.
4. Handle product registration in your country
Most countries require medicines to be registered with the national regulatory authority before import. Your supplier should provide the dossier (typically in CTD format) and supporting documents. See our country-by-country market pages for the relevant authority and pathway.
5. Confirm pricing, Incoterms and lead times
Agree on pricing terms (FOB, CIF, etc.), minimum order quantities, production lead times and payment terms in writing before placing a purchase order.
6. Logistics, shipping and delivery
Temperature-sensitive products need validated cold-chain handling. A capable exporter arranges export documentation, packing, labeling to your market’s requirements and freight to your port.
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