Wholesale Drug Distributors in Wisconsin

Wholesale drug distributors operating in or shipping into Wisconsin must obtain licensure from the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services through the Pharmacy Examining Board. Both resident distributors with facilities in Wisconsin and non-resident distributors shipping prescription drugs into the state are subject to licensing requirements under Wis. Stat. § 450.071 and Wis. Admin. Code § Phar 17.

The Pharmacy Examining Board administers all wholesale drug distributor licensing, enforcement, and regulatory oversight. All applications, renewals, and compliance inquiries are directed to DSPS at 4822 Madison Yards Way, Madison, WI 53705 | Phone: (608) 266-2112.

Wisconsin requires wholesale drug distributor licensure for:

The following entities are typically exempt from Wisconsin wholesale distributor licensing requirements:

Entities claiming exemption status should verify eligibility directly with DSPS, as exemptions contain conditions and limitations.

All applicants for Wisconsin wholesale drug distributor licensure must provide:

Each wholesale drug distributor must designate a qualified individual responsible for pharmacy operations and regulatory compliance:

1. Pre-application preparation: Ensure facility meets all physical requirements for wholesale distribution, including proper storage, security, and temperature control systems

2. Obtain application form: Download current application from DSPS website or request by phone

3. Complete application: Fill out all sections with accurate information