ANVISA and the ICH: How Regulatory Harmonization Strengthens the Brazilian Pharmaceutical Sector
Brazil’s participation in the ICH (International Council for Harmonization of Technical Requirements for Pharmaceuticals for Human Use) marks a strategic milestone for the national pharmaceutical industry. This Blog explains what the ICH is, the importance of ANVISA’s presence in this global forum, and how regulatory harmonization drives innovation and access to new treatments in the country.
FDA Modernizes Inspections: Alternative Tools Accelerate Drug Approval
The FDA (Food and Drug Administration) has finalized its guidance on using alternative tools for routine inspections of drug manufacturing facilities. The measure aims to optimize the new product approval process by using remote methods to assess compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
Strengthening Health in Latin America: Brazil and Mexico Join Forces in Historic Agreements
In a strategic move to strengthen public health in Latin America, Brazil and Mexico are advancing negotiations to sign important bilateral agreements. Preliminary discussions, which took place in August, involved a Brazilian delegation led by Vice President Geraldo Alckmin and the Mexican government, led by President Claudia Sheinbaum. The main focus of these agreements is cooperation in key areas such as vaccines, medicines, and regulatory harmonization. The final agreements are expected to be signed in 2026.
FDA’s Updates on Dietary Supplement Regulation in 2025
The FDA regulates dietary supplements under the Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act of 1994 (DSHEA).
Unlike pharmaceuticals, supplements do not require FDA approval before being marketed.
However, manufacturers are responsible for ensuring the safety of their products and accurate labeling.
In 2025, the FDA announced a major reorganization by establishing the Human Foods Program (HFP), aiming to modernize and strengthen the evaluation of food ingredients and dietary supplements.
Mexico’s Patent Office, COFEPRIS Sign Agreement on Drug Patents
Officials with Mexico’s patent office and its pharmaceutical regulator have signed a new agreement aimed at preemptively clarifying patent protections for drugs in hopes of speeding the review process.
Integration of the Health Surveillance Fee into the Single Foreign Trade Portal: Timetable and Impacts for Brazilian Trade
Anvisa (the National Health Surveillance Agency), in partnership with the Foreign Trade Secretariat (Secex) and the Federal Revenue Service, has announced the integration of the payment of the Health Surveillance Fee into the Single Foreign Trade Portal (Siscomex). This change is part of a move to centralize and digitize foreign trade processes, offering more agility, transparency and simplicity for importers and exporters dealing with products subject to health surveillance.
Overview of Medical Device Anvisa Regulations in Brazil
The most important regulation for Medical Devices in Brazil is RDC 751/2022, which provides for the risk classification, notification and registration regimes, labeling requirements, and instructions for use of medical devices.
Brazil’s Anvisa Organization of the Common Technical Document (CTD) Copy
Organization of the Common Technical Document (CTD) outlined by Brazil’s Anvisa Regulations for format of Pharmaceutical dossiers.
Brazil’s Anvisa Organization of the Common Technical Document (CTD)
Organization of the Common Technical Document (CTD) outlined by Brazil’s Anvisa Regulations for format of Pharmaceutical dossiers.
How are Heath Products Regulated with Brazil’s ANVISA?
Product registration at Anvisa is the last stage of regularization and is where the product will be tested to ensure product safety and efficiency.
Import Declaration in Brazil : How to Prepare for your import
The import declaration is a fundamental step in importing goods into Brazil. Without it, customs clearance does not take place, and the goods transported do not reach the hands of the importer.
Brazil’s Anvisa Classification of Personal Hygiene Products, Cosmetics & Perfumes
Understand Brazil’s Anvisa criteria for the classification of personal hygiene products, cosmetics, and perfumes.