Free Sale Certificate (Certificate for Exporter of Chinese Proprietary Medicines)

Overview

Some importing countries may require a certificate to show that a Chinese Proprietary Medicine (CPM) is approved for sale and distribution in Singapore.

To assist in such scenarios, companies may apply for a Certificate for Exporter of CPM, also known as a Free Sale Certificate (FSC).

Each certificate is specific to one product and allow the inclusion of up to five importing countries. 

With effect from 25 March 2026, HSA will be issuing verifiable electronic certificates for exporters (including Certificate of a Pharmaceutical Product and Free Sale Certificate) using GovTech’s FileSG digital platform. FileSG will replace TrustDocs for issuance of verifiable electronic documents. There will not be any changes to the application process, regulatory requirements and application fees for these certificates. For further information, please refer to the HSA Frequently Asked Questions on Migration of TrustDocs to FileSG.

Documents required

You will need to submit the following documents:

• Latest local sales invoice, if applicable.
• Master formula and manufacturing procedure of product (applicable for local manufacturers).
• Other supporting documents, if applicable.

Fees and turnaround time

Refer to Chinese Proprietary Medicine fees and turnaround time for more information.