Wholesale Drug Distributors in Oregon

Wholesale drug distributors operating in or shipping into Oregon must obtain registration from the Oregon State Board of Pharmacy. Both resident and non-resident distributors are subject to state registration requirements under ORS Chapter 689 and OAR 855-019. Oregon requires a Designated Representative with verified experience and aligns state requirements with federal Drug Supply Chain Security Act (DSCSA) standards.

The Oregon State Board of Pharmacy (OSBP) regulates wholesale drug distributors in Oregon under statutory authority granted by ORS 689.005 (definitions), ORS 689.151 (registration requirements for drug outlets, including wholesale distributors), ORS 689.155 (application requirements), and ORS 689.225 (prohibited acts). Administrative rules governing wholesale distributors are codified in OAR 855-019, with specific registration requirements in OAR 855-019-0200, Designated Representative requirements in OAR 855-019-0220, and supply chain security provisions in OAR 855-080.

OSBP website: https://www.oregon.gov/pharmacy

The following entity types require an Oregon wholesale drug distributor registration:

Wholesale drug distributor registration applications must include:

1. Create an account in the OSBP online licensing system (if applying online). Paper applications may be accepted — verify current options with OSBP.

2. Complete the wholesale drug distributor registration application form.

3. Designate at least one qualified Designated Representative and submit the DR application.

4. Submit required supporting documentation: licenses, facility information, standard operating procedures, and other materials listed above.