GMP
Category: Regulatory · Level: Intermediate
Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) is a quality assurance framework mandated by regulatory agencies for the production of pharmaceutical, food, and cannabis products.
Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) refers to a system of regulations and guidelines ensuring that products are consistently produced and controlled according to quality standards. In cannabis, GMP certification is required in many jurisdictions for medical cannabis manufacturers seeking to produce pharmaceutical-grade products or export to regulated markets. GMP covers all aspects of production: personnel, premises and equipment, documentation, quality control, handling of materials, and manufacturing processes. EU-GMP is recognized as the international gold standard for pharmaceutical cannabis. Countries including Canada, Germany, Australia, and many EU members require GMP certification for medical cannabis import or sale.
Also known as
Good Manufacturing Practice, cGMP
Usage
- Medical
- Legal
- Industrial
Regulatory notes
EU-GMP is required for cannabis products exported to European markets. Health Canada requires GPP (Good Production Practices) compliance for licensed cannabis producers.
Related terms
- Pharmaceutical Cannabis — Pharmaceutical cannabis refers to cannabis-derived medicines that meet pharmaceutical manufacturing standards and are prescribed through formal medical channels.
- COA — A Certificate of Analysis (COA) is a document from an accredited laboratory confirming the composition, potency, and safety of a cannabis product.
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