How to deal with uncertified API imports into the EU
This article was originally published in Scrip
Executive Summary
New EU rules on the quality certification of imported active pharmaceutical ingredients came into effect on 2 July, but in the short term there is still the chance that some API consignments may reach EU borders without the necessary documentation and therefore be refused entry.
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