Absolutely not. Under Hong Kong law, all regulated medicines, whether Western medicines or proprietary Chinese medicines, must be stored at licensed premises specified on the licence and approved by the regulatory authority. The facilities at these premises, including temperature and humidity controls, security systems and fire prevention measures, are subject to rigorous scrutiny to ensure the quality and safety of the medicines. Unapproved external storage locations, such as offices, homes or mini-storage units, do not meet statutory storage requirements. Storing medicines at these locations is a serious breach.
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Can I store medicines somewhere other than the licensed address, for example in a mini-storage facility?
A complete explanation of the regulatory basis, Drew Tang’s recommendations and risk alerts. The original material dates from 2025; read it alongside the latest official requirements.
Original guide, 2025 edition: These FAQs are provided for topic-based reference and have not all been individually checked against current rules. Please confirm fees, personnel, renewal, changes and product requirements against the professional in-depth guide for the relevant licence type and the official requirements in force at the time.
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