PHARMEXCIL – Pharmaceuticals Export Promotion Council of India

The Pharmaceuticals Export Promotion Council of India (PHARMEXCIL) is an official organization under the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Government of India. It promotes and supports the export of pharmaceutical and healthcare products from India.

📌 Established: 2004
📌 Headquarters: Hyderabad, India
📌 Website: https://www.pharmexcil.com

Functions of PHARMEXCIL

✔️ Issuance of RCMC (Registration Cum Membership Certificate) – Required for pharmaceutical exporters.
✔️ Export Promotion & Market Development – Organizes trade fairs, exhibitions, and B2B meetings.
✔️ Regulatory & Compliance Support – Helps exporters with FDA, WHO-GMP, CE, and other certifications.
✔️ Financial & Policy Support – Provides guidance on export incentives and government schemes.
✔️ Market Intelligence & Business Networking – Assists in connecting with global buyers and distributors.

Products Covered Under PHARMEXCIL

PHARMEXCIL supports the export of the following pharmaceutical and healthcare products:

1. Bulk Drugs & Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs)

💊 Penicillin, Paracetamol, Ibuprofen, Antibiotics

2. Formulations & Finished Dosage Forms

🩺 Tablets, Capsules, Syrups, Injections

3. Herbal & Ayurvedic Medicines

🌿 Herbal extracts, Ayurvedic formulations, Homeopathic products

4. Biotech & Biological Products

🧬 Vaccines, Recombinant proteins, Biosimilars

5. Medical Devices & Healthcare Equipment

🏥 Surgical instruments, Diagnostic kits, Orthopedic implants

6. Nutraceuticals & Dietary Supplements

🥦 Protein supplements, Vitamins, Omega-3 products

How to Register with PHARMEXCIL?

Exporters dealing in pharmaceutical and healthcare products must obtain an RCMC (Registration Cum Membership Certificate) from PHARMEXCIL.

Steps to Register

1️⃣ Visit PHARMEXCIL Website – https://www.pharmexcil.com
2️⃣ Fill the Online RCMC Application Form
3️⃣ Submit Required Documents

• IEC (Import Export Code)

• GST Certificate

• PAN Card

• Company Registration Proof

• Bank Details (Cancelled Cheque)

• Drug Manufacturing License (if applicable)
  4️⃣ Pay Registration Fee – Amount (including GST)
  5️⃣ Receive PHARMEXCIL RCMC Certificate – Issued within a few days.

📌 RCMC Validity: 5 Years

Benefits of PHARMEXCIL Registration

✅ Eligibility for Export Incentives – Access to duty exemptions, tax benefits, and government schemes.
✅ Participation in Global Pharma Trade Fairs – CPhI, Arab Health, Expomed, etc.
✅ Regulatory & Quality Assistance – Helps in obtaining WHO-GMP, USFDA, and CE certifications.
✅ Market Expansion & Networking – Connects exporters with global pharmaceutical buyers and distributors.
✅ Financial Assistance & Subsidies – Grants for clinical trials, R&D, and product development.