Hong Kong Drug Licence Applications and Acquisitions · RGYS|Global Licensing and Compliance Service Provider
Hong Kong pharmaceutical compliance · applications / acquisitions / ongoing maintenance Independent Third-Party Service Provider
HONG KONG DRUG LICENSING

How can Hong Kong licence holders oversee the quality management systems of Mainland OEM manufacturers?

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.

Drug Office, Department of Health Chinese Medicines Board

Q455 · Category J: Cross-border pharmaceuticals and industry practice (Q451-Q500)
Hong Kong licence holders should establish a comprehensive supply chain management system and regularly audit and assess Mainland OEM manufacturers to ensure that their GMP systems meet international and Hong Kong standards. Licence holders are advised to enter into detailed quality agreements specifying each party’s responsibilities and quality standards, and to require manufacturers to provide batch production records, test reports and adverse event reports. Regular on-site audits and third-party testing are also effective oversight measures to ensure consistent product quality and compliance.

📘 Regulatory basis

Section 19 of the Pharmacy and Poisons Ordinance (Cap.138), GMP guidelines

📗 Drew Tang's recommendations

We recommend that licence holders establish a risk-management mechanism combining document review with on-site assessment to ensure that OEM manufacturers continue to meet regulatory requirements.

📕 Risk notice

Failure to address quality regulation may lead to product quality problems and, in turn, recalls, fines or even licence revocation.

Back to Category J: Cross-border Medicines and Industry Practice (Q451-Q500) Search more questions

YOUR NEXT STEP

Plan Your Hong Kong Pharmaceutical Licensing Project with Drew Tang

Business Manager Tang Shangyong (Drew Tang) will review your products, operating model, licence type and preparation requirements with you one-to-one. The precise service scope is confirmed in writing; pharmaceutical duties are carried out by legally qualified personnel, and approvals are determined by the competent authorities.

Book a Project Assessment ↗