Export Guidance
Breaking into international cannabis markets can be both lucrative and challenging. At CANNAGEN, our Export Guidance services help you navigate complex regulations, secure necessary certifications, and streamline logistics—so you can confidently ship products to markets like the EU, Germany, France, and beyond. With a deep understanding of GACP, GMP, and diverse legal frameworks, we ensure your export operations remain smooth, compliant, and cost-effective.
Why Expand Internationally?
What We Stand For
Access Rapidly Growing Markets
- Regions like the EU and select Asian markets offer significant demand for high-quality medical and recreational cannabis products.
- Diversify your revenue streams and mitigate the risks of relying on a single market.
- Regions like the EU and select Asian markets offer significant demand for high-quality medical and recreational cannabis products.
Elevated Brand Recognition
- Operating on a global stage enhances brand prestige and opens doors to potential investors, partnerships, and collaborations.
- Operating on a global stage enhances brand prestige and opens doors to potential investors, partnerships, and collaborations.
Regulatory Credibility
- Meeting international standards like GACP and GMP elevates your reputation, reinforcing trust among consumers and regulators alike.
Our Comprehensive Export Services
Areas of Expertise
1. Market Analysis & Feasibility
- Regulatory Assessment: Identify country-specific guidelines, import tolerances, and labeling requirements.
- Demand Forecasting: Evaluate market size, competition, and price points to ensure a viable export strategy.
2. GACP & GMP Compliance Support
- Certification Roadmap: Guidance on achieving and maintaining GACP or GMP certifications required by many global importers.
- Internal Audits & SOP Refinement: Align production processes with international standards before your first shipment.
3. Documentation & Permits
- Export Licensing: Help you secure export permits, health certificates, and phytosanitary documents.
- Product Labeling & Packaging: Ensure all materials comply with destination country rules on dosage, safety warnings, and ingredient listings.
4. Logistics & Distribution
- Freight Coordination: Choose the right carriers, optimize shipping routes, and maintain temperature-controlled environments (if needed).
- Customs Clearance: Collaborate with experienced brokers to prevent delays at borders, minimizing the risk of confiscations or penalties.
- Distribution Network: Connect you with reputable importers or distributors in target regions for smooth last-mile delivery.
5. Ongoing Compliance & Risk Management
- Post-Shipment Monitoring: Track consignments, manage documentation, and handle any regulatory updates that arise mid-transit.
- Regulatory Updates: Keep you informed of evolving legislation in key markets, adjusting your export strategy accordingly.
- Crisis Preparedness: Establish protocols for recalling or halting shipments if compliance issues or product quality concerns surface.
Special Focus: EU, Germany, and France
What We Stand For
- EU Regulatory Framework: Comply with EMA (European Medicines Agency) guidelines, novel food regulations (for CBD products), and country-specific laws.
- Germany: Understand the nuances of the German medical cannabis program, including product testing, distribution channels, and local licensing.
- France: Address emerging regulations as France expands its medical cannabis pilot program and readies for potential full legalization.
How CANNAGEN Sets You Up for Success
Areas of Expertise
Expert-Led Compliance
- Our team includes GACP and GMP specialists who ensure your products meet international quality benchmarks.
- Our team includes GACP and GMP specialists who ensure your products meet international quality benchmarks.
Global Network
- We’ve fostered relationships with logistics providers, customs brokers, and regulatory bodies around the world, streamlining your market entry.
- We’ve fostered relationships with logistics providers, customs brokers, and regulatory bodies around the world, streamlining your market entry.
Tailored Export Strategy
- Every operation is unique. We customize export plans to fit your product line, target markets, and growth objectives.
- Every operation is unique. We customize export plans to fit your product line, target markets, and growth objectives.
Full-Service Approach
- From initial feasibility studies to final customs clearance, we handle every detail—so you can focus on running your core business.
Client Success & Testimonials
CANNAGEN helped us achieve GACP compliance on our first inspection—I couldn’t be happier!
Their facility design expertise saved us time and money while ensuring top-notch quality.
We managed to successfully export to Germany without a single hiccup—thanks to their expert guidance!