Overview:

The pharmaceutical manufacturing industry refers to the sector where raw materials undergo physical or chemical changes to become pharmaceutical products. It encompasses seven major categories: manufacturing of raw drugs for chemical medicines, manufacturing of pharmaceutical preparations, processing of Chinese herbal decoctions, manufacturing of Chinese patent medicines, manufacturing of veterinary drugs, manufacturing of biological and biochemical products, and manufacturing of hygiene materials. It falls under the category of high-tech industries (manufacturing). 

This industry is an important foundational sector of the health and wellness system, covering the production of both traditional and modern medicines, the research and development of veterinary drugs, and the processing of health-related materials. It is undergoing a transformation towards intelligent manufacturing, promoting the integration of digital production and regulatory processes.