Philippines Product Registration, Importation and Exportation

Businesses involved in the importation, exportation, trading and distribution of food, drinks, drugs, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, or medical devices in the Philippines need to obtain a license to operate (LTO) and a certificate of product registration (CPR) from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). In preparation for your company's product market entry our company can assist you with obtaining the proper licensing and ensure legal compliance for importation, exportation and distribution of the product in and out of the Philippines. We assist in the following:

K&C will perform the following:

• Register company with SEC (Branch, Subsidiary, Domestic Corporation)
• Obtain a License to Operate (LTO)
• Obtain a Certificate of Registration from FDA
• Introductions to national distribution, warehouse and logistics companies
• Introductions to national retail chain outlets and stores

Registering a Product in the Philippines

When registering a product in the Philippines the local company in the Philippines must secure a License to Operate (LTO) from FDA before applying for product registration. All issuances and guidelines, checklists of requirements, and forms pertaining to licensing of establishments and product registration may be obtained through K&C.

Products required to apply for a License with FDA in the Philippines

K&C will handle the FDA registration of processed foods, pharmaceutical drugs, medical devices, in vitro diagnostic reagents, cosmetics, and household hazardous substance products which will be imported or exported to and from the Philippines.

Establishments Required to Apply for a License to Operate (LTO) with FDA in the Philippines

Establishments involved in the manufacturing, packaging, re-packaging, importation, exportation, distribution, and retailing of processed foods, drugs, medical devices, in vitro diagnostic reagents, cosmetics, and household hazardous substance products must secure a License to Operate from FDA.

Classification of Product and Laboratory Product Testing in the Philippines

K&C works with its clients to appropriately classify the product to be licensed, imported, exported and distributed throughout the Philippines. We can access laboratories recognized by FDA that can perform the required types of analysis, which need to be undertaken prior to submitting your product's application to the FDA.

Product Logistics, Warehousing & Distribution in the Philippines

K&C works directly with logistics companies in the Philippines so its clients can get their products into warehousing locations and distributed through Metro-Manila and the Philippines directly after importation. K&C will assist in forging relationships with Philippines national logistic companies whether warehousing and or distribution.

Product Launch and Media in the Philippines

Making an initial big splash with your product in the Philippines and getting that product to market is no different than any other country. K&C will introduce you to public relations (PR) and media consultants and companies to assist with your product launch to optimize your exposure in Metro-Manila and throughout the Philippines. These consultants will work with you on your market entry strategy.

Contact Kittelson & Carpo Consulting