Public ID: PID-GOVQK9

Restriction of over-the-counter (OTC) medicine sales in Brazil

in Brazil

Trade barrier summary

Brazil currently restricts the sale of OTC medicines to pharmacies. Allowing OTC medicines to be sold in supermarkets and similar outlets will expand distribution channels and sales for UK pharmaceutical companies.

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Sectors affected

• Pharmaceuticals and biotechnology
• Consumer and retail

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Resolved

No

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Date reported

23 December 2022

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Last updated

5 January 2026

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Public ID

PID-GOVQK9

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