This document summarizes the ANVISA GMP guidelines for Brazil. It begins with an introduction noting that Brazil incorporates WHO pharmaceutical quality assurance guidelines into national legislation. The guidelines cover initial provisions, quality management, sterile products, computer information systems, and herbal medicines. For each section, the document compares the Brazilian guidelines to WHO guidelines, noting areas where Brazil has additional or stricter requirements. The conclusion states that in addition to generally applicable GMP stipulations, the Brazilian guidelines also address sterile products, biological and herbal products, water for pharmaceutical use, and qualification and validation.