Vetter has received the status of Authorized Economic Operator Full (AEO-F) from the European Union (EU), which will facilitate the import of drugs in third countries. The certificate confirms the compliance of high safety requirements throughout the entire supply chain of a company. Customs procedures of consignments will be simplified and accelerated, all of which results in shortened transport durations, as well as improved fulfillment of pharmaceutical requirements for transit times. Another advantage is the facilitation of regulatory proceedings for security reviews and audits.

“With the recognition afforded by the granting of the AEO-F certificate, we can enable our customers not only a fast and smooth international customs clearance, but more importantly, a very high standard of safety,” said Carsten Press, senior vice president supply chain management, Vetter. “The certification is important for Vetter, and at the same time, it is also further evidence of the high service and product quality we offer to our customers.” With the extended certificate, the benefits of the previous AEO-C status for the European movement of goods also apply at the global level.

The AEO-F certificate is currently accepted by the U.S. and Japan, the EU member states, Switzerland, Norway and China.