Lack of enforcement of pharmaceuticals regulations affecting UK exports to South Africa
Trade barrier summary
The lack of enforcement of registration rules and regulations for medicines and medical devices is affecting UK exporters in this sector to South Africa; the lack of enforcement, combined with the country’s procurement process allows for cheaper, unregulated products to enter the market, creating unfair competition for UK businesses.
Sectors affected
- Healthcare services
Resolved
No
Date reported
25 August 2020
Last updated
18 December 2020
Public ID
PID-JGYZE9
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