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    1–2 Mar 2027

    City / country

    Mexico City, MX

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    Event overview

    Overview

    BePharma is a significant networking event that brings together pharmaceutical companies from around the world. Scheduled for March 1 and 2, 2027, in Mexico City, this event facilitates B2B meetings, enabling participants to establish valuable business relationships.

    Attendees will include key players in the healthcare sector, such as manufacturers and distributors, making it an essential platform for industry engagement. BePharma takes place in Mexico City, MX.

    TL;DR

    1. 1Dates and Venue: BePharma takes place from March 1 to 2, 2027 in Mexico City.
    2. 2Scale and Focus: This event is a key networking opportunity for the pharmaceutical industry in Latin America.
    3. 3Organiser: BePharma is organized by a dedicated team focused on B2B meetings.
    4. 4Buyer Authority: Attendees include pharmaceutical manufacturers and distributors from various countries.
    5. 5Entry: Registration is required, with different pricing tiers based on participation.

    Why visit

    Attending BePharma provides unique opportunities to connect with leading pharmaceutical companies and explore new business ventures. This event is a key networking opportunity for the pharmaceutical industry in Latin America. Attendees include pharmaceutical manufacturers and distributors from various countries.

    Why exhibit

    Meet qualified buyers and partners including Finished-dose pharmaceutical manufacturers. Attendees include pharmaceutical manufacturers and distributors from various countries.

    Attendees, exhibitors & solutions

    Who this event is for

    Visitor profile

    Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.

    Business development and licensing directors at Mexican pharmaceutical manufacturers scouting in-licensed products, dossiers and pipeline assets
    Owners and category managers at national and regional distributor networks evaluating new lines to carry in Mexico and Central America
    Regulatory affairs leads who need to understand COFEPRIS sanitary registration pathways and NOM GMP requirements before committing to a supply deal
    Procurement and supply chain managers sourcing APIs, excipients, packaging and contract manufacturing capacity
    CDMO, CRO and contract packaging commercial leads looking for Mexican sponsor companies to serve
    Private label and branded generic marketers comparing suppliers for the Mexican retail and institutional channels
    Investors and family-office analysts tracking Latin American pharma assets and manufacturing capacity
    Consultants and legal advisors working on technology transfer, licensing and market-entry structures in Mexico

    Exhibitor profile

    Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.

    Finished-dose pharmaceutical manufacturers presenting portfolios, dossiers and manufacturing capacity to distributors and licensees
    CDMOs and contract manufacturers offering tableting, sterile fill-finish, packaging and tech transfer services
    API and excipient suppliers and traders serving Mexican formulators
    CROs and bioanalytical labs selling clinical, bioequivalence and stability study capacity
    Packaging, labelling and serialisation suppliers targeting Mexican GMP lines
    Cold chain, freight forwarding and customs brokers specialised in pharmaceutical imports and controlled storage
    Laboratory, cleanroom and process equipment vendors supplying pharma production and QC teams
    Regulatory, pharmacovigilance and market-access consultancies supporting COFEPRIS filings and product launches

    Product categories

    Key solution areas showcased across the event.

    Pharmaceutical products and medications
    Medical devices and equipment
    Nutraceuticals and dietary supplements
    Healthcare technology solutions
    Diagnostic tools and services
    Pharmaceutical packaging solutions

    Location & Facilities

    Venue

    Hotel Marquis Reforma

    Mexico City, MX

    Facilities

    Parking

    1 in Mexico City typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.

    Food options

    On-site catering

    On-site dining

    Parking: 1 in Mexico City typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.

    Gate: Follow organiser signage to the main visitor entrance at 1 for badge collection; allow extra time for security screening during peak morning arrival.

    Attend

    Entry & tickets

    • General admission

      For the first participant, plus 16% VAT.

      $1,850.00
    • General admission

      For each additional participant sharing the same agenda, plus 16% VAT.

      $1,650.00
    • General admission

      For suppliers of goods or services to the pharmaceutical industry, includes participation for 2 people sharing the same agenda, plus 16% VAT.

      $4,500.00
    • General admission

      For sponsoring companies, includes participation for 5 people, plus 16% VAT.

      $12,000.00
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    Intelligence

    Market context

    Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.

    Mexico City, MX

    Why it matters

    On 2027-03-01 to 2027-03-02, BePharma in Mexico City covering Pharmaceutical products and medications, Medical devices and equipment, Nutraceuticals and dietary supplements, Healthca gives packaging buyers a single calendar window to compare suppliers, validate specs on the stand, and book follow-ups before the next buying cycle - especially when your roadmap matches the published exhibitor profile.

    Industry trends

    Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.

    01

    Digital buyer journeys

    What digital buyer journeys means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.

    02

    Sustainability in procurement

    What sustainability in procurement means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.

    03

    Automation and labour efficiency

    What automation and labour efficiency means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.

    04

    Regional supply-chain resilience

    What regional supply-chain resilience means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.

    05

    Hybrid engagement models

    What hybrid engagement models means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.

    Plan your trip

    Travel & logistics

    Local currency · MXN

    Arrival airports

    Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.

    MEX

    Benito Juárez International Airport

    The main airport for international arrivals into Mexico City and the default choice for delegates staying in Centro, Reforma or Polanco. Use authorised taxi counters inside the terminal or app-based ride-hail from the designated pickup zone; metro Line 5 serves Terminal 1 for daytime budget transfers

    TBA

    to venue

    Closest airport to the central districts; transfer time varies heavily with traffic - confirm before booking a tight arrival

    by car

    NLU

    Felipe Ángeles International Airport

    Opened to relieve MEX and used by a growing number of international carriers. Check your airline's arrival airport carefully before booking a hotel, and arrange a transfer in advance because ground transport options around the airport are more limited than at MEX

    TBA

    to venue

    Sits outside the urban core to the north; allow substantial extra transfer time and pre-book transport

    by car

    TLC

    Toluca International Airport

    Mostly used by domestic and some international carriers, with fewer services than MEX. If a cheaper fare routes you through TLC, price the ground transfer into Mexico City before booking, because the distance and tolls change the total cost

    TBA

    to venue

    West of Mexico City with a longer transfer into the centre; confirm whether your carrier actually uses TLC

    by car

    Hotel tiers

    A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.

    Hotel MX más centro CDMX, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

    midscale
    Mexico City centre (Centro)

    USD 150–190 / night

    3-star hotel per Google Travel listing; free breakfast, free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, business centre, airport shuttle, parking, kitchen in some rooms; guest rating 4.5 from about 1.3K reviews.

    City Express by Marriott Ciudad De México La Raza

    midscale
    La Raza, Mexico City

    USD 150–190 / night

    3-star hotel per Google Travel listing; free breakfast, free Wi-Fi, paid parking, air conditioning, fitness centre, restaurant, full-service laundry, accessible rooms.

    City Express by Marriott Ciudad De Mexico Alameda

    midscale
    Alameda / historic centre, Mexico City

    USD 150–190 / night

    3-star hotel per Google Travel listing; guest rating 4.1; free breakfast, free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, fitness centre, parking, restaurant, room service; Google showed an 18% lower-than-usual rate at capture time.

    Local transport

    Get around the city with these convenient transport options.

    Airport taxi / ride-hail (MEX to Reforma district)

    Estimated costApprox. MXN taxi/rideshare from MEX to venue (estimate; confirm before travel)
    Best forBenito Juárez International Airport (MEX) to 1

    Captured route listings give roughly 11 km and about 11 minutes by car between MEX and the Reforma hotel district; use authorised airport taxi counters or app-based ride-hail.

    Metro / Metrobús

    Estimated costMXN 2-8 typical single public transport journey (confirm before travel)
    Best forCitywide metro and Metrobús network

    Mexico City metro and Metrobús guides were captured for this mission; buy a rechargeable card for metro and Metrobús trips between hotel districts and the venue.

    Airport bus / shared transfer

    Estimated costMXN 2-8 typical single public transport journey (confirm before travel)
    Best forMEX terminals to city centre

    Captured airport transport guides list bus and shared-ride options alongside taxi and metro for reaching central Mexico City.

    taxi

    Estimated costApprox. MXN taxi/rideshare from NLU to venue (estimate; confirm before travel)
    Best forFelipe Ángeles International Airport (NLU) to 1

    Sits outside the urban core to the north; allow substantial extra transfer time and pre-book transport.; Opened to relieve MEX and used by a growing number of international carriers. Check your airline's arrival airport carefully before booking a hotel, and arrange a transfer in

    taxi

    Estimated costApprox. MXN taxi/rideshare from TLC to venue (estimate; confirm before travel)
    Best forToluca International Airport (TLC) to 1

    West of Mexico City with a longer transfer into the centre; confirm whether your carrier actually uses TLC.; Mostly used by domestic and some international carriers, with fewer services than MEX. If a cheaper fare routes you through TLC, price the ground transfer into Mexico City

    Weather

    Mexico City in early March sits in the dry season, with the rainy afternoons of summer still months away. Expect bright, warm days around 23-26 C, sharply cooler nights around 8-11 C, and low rainfall in the days around 1-2 March 2027. The city sits at roughly 2,240 m, so the sun is strong even when the air is mild: sunscreen, a hat and water matter more than an umbrella. Meeting rooms and evening restaurants are often air conditioned, so pack a light jacket or overshirt for indoor sessions. This is a climatological band for planning, not a forecast - check the five-day outlook in the week before travel.

    Plan for the climate

    Check temperatures and pack accordingly

    Venue connectivity

    Confirm mobile roaming or local SIM options for business visitors to MX.

    Ride-hailing

    Taxis

    Public transit

    Car rentals

    Cultural notes

    Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.

    Altitude and pace

    Mexico City sits at roughly 2,240 m. Most visitors feel fine, but the first day can bring headaches and breathlessness on stairs, so schedule lighter activity on arrival day, drink water through the event and take it easy with alcohol the first evening. Hotels and venues are used to international delegates and will advise on altitude if asked.

    Business language and greetings

    Spanish is the working language of Mexican pharmaceutical companies, and English is common but not universal in commercial meetings. Open with a handshake and a formal greeting (Buenos dias, followed by titles where known), keep small talk brief but warm, and avoid launching straight into pricing before introductions are done. A Spanish-speaking colleague or interpreter is worth arranging if your counterparties are local.

    Meal rhythm and meeting hours

    The Mexican working day often runs later than in northern Europe or the US, with a substantial lunch in the early afternoon and business dinners that start around 20:00 or later. Build buffer time into your agenda rather than stacking meetings back to back, and confirm in writing whether a meeting is at the venue, a hotel lobby or a restaurant, because venue changes are common.

    Money, tipping and taxis

    The currency is the Mexican peso (MXN). Cards are widely accepted in hotels and business districts, but carry pesos for taxis, tips and small purchases. Tipping is customary in restaurants and for hotel staff. Use authorised taxi counters or app-based ride-hail rather than hailing unlicensed cabs, and agree or confirm the fare in the app before departure.

    Safety and local transport

    Mexico City's central business districts are busy and generally straightforward for delegates during the day, but standard big-city precautions apply: keep phones and laptops out of sight on crowded metro carriages, use ride-hail at night, and take the hotel's recommended route rather than an unfamiliar shortcut. The metro and Metrobús are cheap and fast in daylight; traffic is heavy at peak hours, so leave extra time for airport transfers.

    Documents and follow-up etiquette

    Mexican counterparts expect a formal written follow-up after a meeting, ideally within a day or two, referencing what was discussed and stating the proposed next step. Send documents in Spanish or with a Spanish summary where you can, and confirm commercial terms in writing before committing to regulatory timelines, since COFEPRIS registration effort is usually assessed locally.

    Practical guides

    Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials

    Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.

    Flights

    Destination: MEX

    Compare flights to the nearest international gateway serving Mexico City; confirm ground transport on the organiser site.

    Transport

    Get to the venue and around the city with these options.

    Airport → venue: Primary gateways: Benito Juárez International Airport (MEX): Closest airport to the central districts; transfer time varies heavily with traffic - confirm before booking a tight arrival; Felipe Ángeles International Airport (NLU): Sits outside the urban core to the north; allow substantial extra transfer time and pre-book transport; Toluca International Airport (TLC): West of Mexico City with a longer transfer into the centre; confirm whether your carrier actually uses TLC. Allow road or rail ti

    Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Hotel Marquis Reforma: Mexico City centre (Centro): Hotel MX más centro CDMX, Trademark Collection by Wyndham; La Raza, Mexico City: City Express by Marriott Ciudad De México La Raza; Alameda / historic centre, Mexico City: City Express by Marriott Ciudad De Mexico Alameda.

    Ride-hail: Ride-hailing apps are commonly used in Mexico City; confirm local availability before travel.

    Public transit: Mexico City's metro and Metrobús cover the main hotel and business districts; captured guides recommend a rechargeable transit card, and airport-to-centre bus or shared transfers run from MEX terminals.

    Parking: On-site parking is available at Hotel Marquis Reforma; confirm daily rates and hall access on the organiser or venue site.

    Weather

    Plan and pack for the event climate.

    Month: March 2027

    Temperature: Daytime highs typically around 23-26 C (73-79 F) in early March, with nights dropping to roughly 8-11 C (46-52 F). Mexico City is mild by day and genuinely cold after sunset, so plan layers rather than a single coat.

    Seasonality: Early March is part of Mexico City's dry season, with rain uncommon around 1-2 March and low humidity compared with the summer months. The main environmental factors are intense high-altitude sun and cool evenings rather than rain, so pack sunscreen, sunglasses and a light jacket instead of an umbrella. Confirm the current forecast in the week before travel.

    Packing: March is high-altitude dry-season weather in Mexico City; pack layers for cool mornings and warm afternoons, sunscreen and a light rain layer. Air-quality forecasts at capture time were moderate (US AQI around 45), so sensitive travellers should check local advisories.

    Plan your trip

    Planning

    Best day to visit: Day 2 (mid-show)

    Mid-show days at BePharma usually combine full exhibitor attendance with scheduled B2B meetings, before early pack-down on the final day.

    T-1

    T-14 days - Confirm your registration tier on bepharma.org and check whether your invoice needs an RFC tax number for the 16% IVA charge to be deductible.

    T-2

    T-14 days - Ask the organiser for the partnering platform or delegate list and shortlist 8-12 Mexican manufacturers, distributors or suppliers you want bilateral meetings with.

    T-3

    T-13 days - Verify passport validity for the full trip and, if your nationality requires a Mexican visa, secure a consulate appointment now rather than after flights are booked.

    T-4

    T-12 days - Book a refundable hotel in the Centro, Reforma or La Raza area once the venue address is confirmed on the organiser site.

    T-5

    T-11 days - Compare flights into MEX against NLU and TLC; favour a morning arrival on 28 February or 1 March so a delay does not cost you the opening agenda slots.

    T-6

    T-10 days - Prepare a two-page company profile, product list and the specific licensing, supply or distribution asks you will table in each meeting.

    T-7

    T-9 days - Assemble regulatory documents: GMP certificates, site inspection history, dossier summary and any COFEPRIS correspondence you can share.

    T-8

    T-8 days - Email your shortlisted counterparties before the event, because pre-booked agendas fill first and open slots are hard to obtain on site.

    T-9

    T-7 days - Arrange travel insurance and check whether your policy covers business travel and the altitude of Mexico City (roughly 2,240 m).

    T-10

    T-5 days - Download the metro and ride-hail apps you intend to use and set up a payment card that works in Mexico; notify your bank of travel dates.

    T-11

    T-4 days - Print or download the agenda, venue address and organiser contact details, and save them offline for arrival.

    T-12

    T-3 days - Check the Mexico City forecast and pack layers for 23-26 C afternoons and 8-11 C nights, plus sunscreen for the high-altitude sun.

    T-13

    T-2 days - Confirm meeting times with your counterparties and reconfirm the venue entrance and badge collection process with the organiser.

    T-14

    T-1 day - Exchange pesos or plan an ATM withdrawal at the airport, charge devices, and review your priority meetings so you can go straight to your first slot.

    Sample visitor itinerary

    Route-optimised day
    Day 1 · morning

    Registration and hall orientation at 1

    Day 2 · core sessions

    Supplier meetings and product demos

    Day 3 · wrap-up

    Final negotiations and follow-up

    Networking spots

    2

    BePharma registration concourse

    1

    Central meeting point before and between hall appointments during show days.

    Organiser B2B lounge (if offered)

    1

    Hosted matchmaking and buyer programmes when published by the organiser.

    Budget

    Costs & budget

    Build your working budget

    Adjust the inputs below to create a directional event budget.

    Estimated budget
    Live estimate
    • Hotel × 2 nightsMX$190.00
    • Per diem × 2MX$150.00
    Estimated totalMX$340.00

    This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.

    Cost reference

    Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.

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    visitor · General admission

    USD 1850 / per person

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    Decision

    Visit, exhibit, or skip?

    Should you go?

    Use this quick check to decide whether BePharma fits your visit, exhibit or skip plan.

    QUESTION 1 OF 6

    For BePharma, what is your primary role on the show floor?

    Decision matrix

    Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.

    visit

    Your category focus and target suppliers align with the official exhibitor profile.

    Best for

    Buyers, engineers, and delegates sourcing Pharmaceutical products and medications and Medical devices and equipment solutions and benchmarking suppliers at BePharma in Mexico City.

    Min. budget

    $216,035.00

    Timeline

    4-8 weeks before opening day for registration, hotels, and travel.

    Risks

    Session times and ticket tiers may change - confirm the official agenda before booking.

    exhibit

    You have a defined lead-generation or distributor recruitment goal for this market.

    Best for

    Brands and manufacturers launching Pharmaceutical products and medications and Medical devices and equipment products who need qualified meetings with the event's trade audience.

    Min. budget

    $500,000.00

    Timeline

    3-6 months for stand booking, freight, staffing, and pre-show marketing.

    Risks

    Booth pricing and corner premiums vary by hall - confirm with the organiser sales team.

    skip

    Audience, geography, or commercial goals do not justify travel and stand costs this cycle.

    Best for

    Teams with weak category fit, budget constraints, or overlapping commitments during the Mexico City show week.

    Timeline

    N/A

    Risks

    Skipping may mean missing buyer meetings if competitors exhibit or attend the same week.

    FAQs & glossary

    Answers

    Frequently asked

    What is BePharma and when does the 2027 edition take place?
    BePharma is a pharmaceutical industry business and partnering event held in Mexico City, with the 2027 edition scheduled for 1-2 March 2027. The official site is bepharma.org, where registration, the agenda format and venue details are published. Check the site before booking travel, because the specific venue address and daily start times are set by the organiser.
    Where exactly is BePharma held in Mexico City?
    The venue is confirmed by the organiser on bepharma.org and is not fixed in third-party listings. Mexico City's business events cluster around the Reforma, Polanco and Centro districts, all served by metro, Metrobús and ride-hail. Confirm the address on the organiser site before choosing a hotel, and pick accommodation within walking distance or on a direct transit line once the venue is known.
    How do I register and what does participation cost?
    Registration runs through bepharma.org. The published participation tiers are USD 1,850 for the first participant, USD 1,650 for each additional participant sharing the same agenda, USD 4,500 for suppliers of goods or services to the pharmaceutical industry (including two people sharing one agenda), and USD 12,000 for sponsoring companies (including five participants), all plus 16% VAT. Confirm current rates, invoice requirements and the registration cut-off with the organiser before paying.
    Is BePharma open to the general public or is it trade only?
    It is a trade event. Participation is sold per delegate to pharmaceutical industry professionals and to suppliers serving the sector, with agendas shared among colleagues from the same company, which is consistent with a scheduled meeting format rather than a public exhibition. If you are press, academic or a student, ask the organiser directly about observer access before travelling.
    Who will I meet as a delegate?
    Expect a mix of Mexican and international pharmaceutical manufacturers, national and regional distributors, CDMOs, CROs, API and excipient suppliers, packaging and cold-chain providers, regulatory consultancies and investors. Which companies actually attend in 2027 is set by the organiser, so request the delegate list or partnering platform access once your registration is confirmed and build your target shortlist from it.
    What regulatory questions come up in Mexican pharma deals?
    The recurring themes are COFEPRIS sanitary registration for the product, evidence of compliance with Mexican NOM good-manufacturing standards at the manufacturing site, import permits and customs classification for finished goods and samples, and pharmacovigilance obligations once the product is marketed. Bring your GMP certificates, site inspection history and a regulatory dossier summary, and involve a local regulatory specialist before agreeing timelines.
    Which airport should I fly into for Mexico City?
    Benito Juárez International Airport (MEX) is the main international gateway and the closest to the central business districts where most delegates stay. Felipe Ángeles International (NLU) and Toluca International (TLC) also serve the metropolitan area but sit further out, so allow extra transfer time and pre-book transport if your airline uses them. Compare arrival times against the event start day rather than the day itself, because Mexico City traffic is unpredictable.
    How do I get from the airport to the hotel and venue?
    Use authorised airport taxi counters inside the terminal or an app-based ride-hail with pickup at the designated zone, and avoid unlicensed curbside offers. The metro and Metrobús are the cheapest option for daytime travel once you have a rechargeable transit card, but they are crowded with luggage at peak hours. Approximate single-journey public transport fares are a few dozen pesos - confirm live fares and your route on arrival.
    Where should I stay and what will a hotel cost?
    Midscale three-star hotels in the Centro, Reforma and La Raza areas were showing roughly USD 150-190 per night (approximately MXN 2,800-3,500) for the March 2027 window at the time of capture, including breakfast and Wi-Fi at the properties sampled. Rates move with demand and the event dates, so book a refundable rate early and only after the venue is confirmed.
    What is the weather like in Mexico City in early March?
    March falls in the dry season: expect bright, warm afternoons around 23-26 C, cold nights around 8-11 C, low rainfall and very strong sun at roughly 2,240 m altitude. Pack layers for the evening and a light jacket for air-conditioned meeting rooms, plus sunscreen and water for the altitude. Confirm the forecast in the week before travel.
    Do I need a visa to attend from abroad?
    It depends on nationality. Mexico admits passport holders from the United States, Canada, the European Union, the United Kingdom and many Latin American countries for short business visits without a pre-arranged visa, while other nationalities must apply at a Mexican consulate in advance. Carry a passport valid for the duration of your stay and keep your entry record safe. Verify your own case with a Mexican consulate or the airline before booking.
    What language are the meetings in?
    Spanish is the working language of Mexican pharmaceutical businesses, and organiser materials for Mexico City events are frequently Spanish-first. Ask the organiser whether BePharma sessions and bilateral meetings are run bilingually in Spanish and English, and arrange an interpreter or a Spanish-speaking colleague if your counterparties work in Spanish.
    What should I bring to the meetings?
    Bring a short company profile with product families and therapeutic areas, GMP certificates and site inspection status, indicative pricing or licensing terms you are authorised to discuss, and business cards. If you plan to show samples, check Mexican import requirements for pharmaceutical products in advance, because samples usually need documentation and can be held at customs.

    Glossary

    1
    Partnering / one-to-one meetings
    Pre-scheduled bilateral meetings between two companies at a fixed time slot, the working format implied by BePharma's per-delegate pricing where additional colleagues 'share the same agenda'. Meetings are typically booked in advance through the organiser's agenda platform, so delegate profiles are submitted early.
    2
    In-licensing
    Acquiring the rights to market or manufacture another company's product inside a territory, usually Mexico or Latin America in the context of this event. The licensee typically takes on COFEPRIS registration, pharmacovigilance and commercial launch obligations.
    3
    Out-licensing
    The counterpart action: an owner of a dossier, patent or brand grants commercial or manufacturing rights to a partner in a defined territory, often in exchange for upfront, milestone and royalty payments.
    4
    COFEPRIS
    Mexico's federal regulator for health risk protection (Comisión Federal para la Protección contra Riesgos Sanitarios). It issues sanitary registrations for medicines, medical devices and supplements, and inspects manufacturing sites, so any distribution or licensing deal in Mexico ultimately depends on a COFEPRIS filing.
    5
    Sanitary registration (registro sanitario)
    The COFEPRIS authorisation that allows a medicine, device or supplement to be sold in Mexico. Timelines and dossier requirements should be confirmed with a local regulatory affairs specialist before a licensing deal is priced.
    6
    NOM (Norma Oficial Mexicana)
    Mandatory Mexican official standards. For pharmaceutical manufacturing the relevant NOMs set good manufacturing practice expectations, and compliance is usually the first technical question a Mexican partner asks a foreign supplier.
    7
    CDMO
    Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisation - an outsourced partner for formulation, scale-up and production. CDMOs attend supplier-side to win contract work from Mexican brand owners and distributors.
    8
    CRO
    Contract Research Organisation, providing clinical trials, bioequivalence studies, bioanalysis and regulatory dossiers on an outsourced basis. Bioequivalence capacity is particularly relevant to Mexican generics registration.
    9
    API
    Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient - the pharmacologically active substance in a finished dose. Sourcing and qualifying API suppliers is a core procurement task for Mexican formulators and a common agenda topic at partnering events.
    10
    FMM / entry record
    The Mexican immigration form (Forma Migratoria Múltiple, now often handled electronically) issued to foreign visitors on arrival. Keep the record with your passport; business visitors should confirm with the airline or Mexican consulate which record applies to their nationality and trip purpose.
    11
    Nearshoring
    Moving supply closer to the end market. In Mexican pharma it shows up as buyers seeking regional contract manufacturing, regional warehousing and shorter import lead times instead of long-haul supply from Asia or Europe.
    12
    IVA (VAT)
    Mexico's value added tax, currently 16% on the participation tiers published for this event. Confirm with the organiser whether your invoice must carry an RFC tax number to be deductible.

    Also known as

    Alternate names and search phrases for this event.

    • BePharma 2027
    • BePharma Mexico City 2027
    • Mexico City MX
    • Pharmaceutical products and medications
    • Medical devices and equipment
    • Nutraceuticals and dietary supplements
    • Healthcare technology solutions
    • Trade show B2B Trade Show Mexico City
    • digital transformation expo
    • Mexico City technology expo 2027

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