Wholesale Drug License in India — For Distributors, Stockists & C&F Agents
Get your wholesale drug license for pharmaceutical distribution — stockists, C&F agents, and distributors. DK Reg Compliance handles documentation, state FDA submissions, and approvals.
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What Is a Wholesale Drug License?
A wholesale drug license (issued in Form 20B and Form 21B under the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940) is required for anyone engaged in the wholesale trade of Schedule H, H1, G, and X drugs. This includes pharmaceutical distributors, C&F (Carrying and Forwarding) agents, super-stockists, and regional stockists who supply to retail pharmacies, hospitals, and other license holders without selling directly to patients.
Who Needs a Wholesale Drug License?
- Pharmaceutical distributors supplying to retail pharmacies
- C&F (Carrying & Forwarding) agents managing regional distribution for manufacturers
- Super-stockists and area distributors
- Hospital and institutional supply companies
- Franchise distribution operations for pharmaceutical brands
Wholesale Drug License Requirements
- Premises: Minimum area of 10 sq. metres (as per state norms), with proper storage and refrigeration for Schedule C and C1 drugs
- Competent Person: A registered pharmacist or person with a graduate degree in pharmacy/medicine must be in charge
- Storage Conditions: Adequate shelving, temperature control, pest-free environment
Documents Required
- Identity and address proof of proprietor/partners/directors
- Premises ownership or lease agreement (minimum 3-year lease)
- Site plan / layout plan of proposed premises
- Competent person details + qualification certificates + registration proof
- Drug list proposed to be stocked
- Constitution documents (Firm registration, GST, Partnership deed if applicable)
- Undertaking/affidavit in state-prescribed format
Application Process
- Premises readiness review and state-specific compliance check
- Preparation of Form 20B (Schedule H drugs) and Form 21B (Schedule C, C1 drugs)
- Submission on state drug licensing portal with correct fee
- Query handling and inspection coordination
- License issuance (Form 20B/21B, valid 5 years)
Wholesale Drug License for Pan-India Distribution
If you operate in multiple states, each state requires a separate wholesale drug license. DK Reg Compliance manages multi-state applications simultaneously, maintaining consistent documentation and reducing aggregate timelines.
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