Wholesale Drug Distributors in North Dakota

North Dakota requires all entities engaged in wholesale distribution of prescription drugs to obtain a license from the North Dakota State Board of Pharmacy. This applies to both in-state distributors and out-of-state entities shipping drugs into North Dakota. The state follows a standardized licensing framework aligned with federal Drug Supply Chain Security Act (DSCSA) requirements.

The North Dakota State Board of Pharmacy (NDSBP) regulates wholesale drug distributors under North Dakota Century Code Chapter 43-15.3 (Wholesale Drug Distribution Licensing Act) and North Dakota Administrative Code Chapter 61-02-11 (Wholesale Drug Distributors). The Board operates from Bismarck and maintains authority over licensing, inspection, and enforcement for all pharmaceutical wholesale operations in the state.

Contact: North Dakota State Board of Pharmacy, 1906 East Broadway Avenue, Bismarck, ND 58501. Phone: (701) 328-9535. Website: www.nodakpharmacy.com.

Exemption criteria should be verified directly with NDSBP as they are subject to specific conditions and limitations.

1. Obtain application forms and instructions from the NDSBP website (www.nodakpharmacy.com) or by contacting the Board office at (701) 328-9535. Verify whether online submission is available or if paper applications must be mailed.

2. Complete all required application forms with accurate information.

3. Gather all supporting documentation (licenses, DEA registration, policies, surety bond).

4. Submit completed application packet with all supporting documents and application fee to the Board office in Bismarck.