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How does FedEx handle shipments that may conflict with the Act on Securing Quality, Efficacy and Safety of Pharmaceuticals, Medical Devices, Regenerative and Cellular Therapy Products, Gene Therapy Products, and Cosmetic Law?

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How does FedEx handle shipments that may conflict with the Act on Securing Quality, Efficacy and Safety of Pharmaceuticals, Medical Devices, Regenerative and Cellular Therapy Products, Gene Therapy Products, and Cosmetic Law? Please provide details about what I need to do.

First, you will need documentation to prove that the contents do not conflict with the law's goal of ensuring the Act on Securing Quality, Efficacy and Safety of Pharmaceuticals, Medical Devices, Regenerative and Cellular Therapy Products, Gene Therapy Products, and Cosmetic Law (hereinafter referred to as the Pharmaceutical Affairs Law).

If you are importing items that fall under the Pharmaceutical Affairs Law, you will need to take the necessary steps yourself and submit the required documents to us prior to customs clearance. For more details, please click here.