In the Philippines, the sale of products falling under any of the following categories is regulated by the Bureau of Food and Drugs:
a. Processed Food
b. Drugs
c. Medical Devices
d. Diagnostic Reagents
e. Cosmetics
f. Household Hazardous Substances
All entities that wish to export, import, market and distribute products falling under any of the foregoing categories in the Philippine consumer market are required to undergo an application process known as Establishment Licensing in order to secure a License to Operate.
In turn, these entities or establishments are required to secure a Certificate of Product Registration for each product they wish to export from the Philippines or import, market, and distribute within the Philippines.
License to Operate
Our Firm assists clients in obtaining their License to Operate and Certificate of Product Registration in the most practical and cost-efficient manner possible by providing advice on different compliance and regulatory requirements which will facilitate Establishment Licensing and Product Registration:
Establishment Licensing
Our Firm assists establishments involved in the importation, exportation, manufacturing, packaging, and distribution of processed food, drugs, medical devices, diagnostic reagents, cosmetics, and household hazardous substances in securing a License to Operate.
Product Registration
Our Firm assists establishments involved in the importation, exportation, manufacturing, packaging, and distribution of processed food, drugs, medical devices, diagnostic reagents, cosmetics, and household hazardous substances in securing the necessary Certificates of Product Registration for each of their products.
Contact Person
Patricia A. O. Bunye
Downloadable Materials
BFAD Product Registration Requirements for:
- Processed Food
- Drugs
- Medical Devices
- Diagnostic Reagents
- Cosmetics
- Household Hazardous Substances