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REPUBLIC OF KENYA

MINISTRY OF HEALTH

PHARMACY AND POISONS BOARD 

Importation of Healthcare Products: Individuals and organizations seeking to import healthcare products, including medicines and medical devices, must comply with the Kenya Pharmacy and Poisons Act and related regulations. The government of Kenya mandates specific requirements, such as temperature and humidity monitoring, import/export authorization permits, and advance notification for certain consignments. Regulated items include: (1) Sample and donated consignments; (2) medicines, including those for personal use; (3) Body parts for transplants and scientific purposes; (4) Finished pharmaceuticals and chemical products; and (5) vaccines and medical devices.

Not only is the importation of expired products strictly prohibited, but the government of Kenya requires that products must still possess at least two-thirds of their original shelf life (i.e., time between the manufactured date and the expiration date) at the time of importation.  All products require market authorization from the Kenya Pharmacy and Poisons Board for legal importation. Non-compliant items are subject to seizure, and importers may face criminal and civil penalties.

Inquiries and applications for import authorizations should be directed to the Kenya Pharmacy and Poisons Board via info@ppb.go.ke or drug_reg@ppb.go.ke.

Location: Local Laws and Special Circumstances: https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Kenya.html

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