Brexit: New Rules Will Hit Parallel Trade From UK to EU

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From next year, owners of trademarks and other rights in the European Economic Area will be able to prevent the parallel export of medicines from the UK to the EEA. But those owning similar rights in the UK will not be able to stop parallel imports from EEA countries. 

Export of Great Britain. Freight container on a white surface with inscription "EXPORT" and images of the United Kingdom flag on the doors
The rules on parallel exports from the UK are changing • Source: Shutterstock

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