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MALAYSIA: MDA Regulatory Updates - Publication of Third Edition Guidance on Import and/or Supply of Unregistered Medical Devices Under Special Access Exemption Application – April/May 2026

MALAYSIA: MDA Regulatory Updates - Publication of Third Edition Guidance on Import and/or Supply of Unregistered Medical Devices Under Special Access Exemption Application – April/May 2026

  • 2026-05-27 09:53:25

The Medical Device Authority (MDA) has published the latest edition of Import and/or Supply of Unregistered Medical Devices Under Special Access Exemption Application, MDA/GD/0043, which outlines the eligibility of personnel authorized to apply for the exemptions, specifies the procedures for notification, applicant responsibilities, and use of unregistered medical devices. The document is intended to facilitate timely access to medical devices for specific needs in healthcare settings.

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MALAYSIA: Joint Announcement for Full Implementation of Medical Devic Regulatory Reliance Programmed Between MDA (Malaysia) and Thai FDA (Thailand) – April/May 2026

MALAYSIA: Joint Announcement for Full Implementation of Medical Devic Regulatory Reliance Programmed Between MDA (Malaysia) and Thai FDA (Thailand) – April/May 2026

  • 2026-05-22 06:47:10

The Medical Device Authority (MDA) of Malaysia and the Thailand Food and Drug Administration (Thai FDA) have officially announced the successful completion of a three-month pilot phase, which took place from 1 February 2026 to 30 April 2026. Following this pilot phase, the full implementation of the MDA–Thai FDA Medical Device Regulatory Reliance Programme will now apply to the registration of Class B, Class C, and Class D medical devices.

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Malaysia: MDA Regulatory Updates – Publication of Second Edition Guidance on Definition of Medical Device – March/April 2026

Malaysia: MDA Regulatory Updates – Publication of Second Edition Guidance on Definition of Medical Device – March/April 2026

  • 2026-04-28 08:33:22

The Medical Device Authority (MDA) has published the latest edition of the guidance document Definition of Medical Device which provides additional clarification on the definition and regulatory interpretation of medical devices, including accessories, components, and spare parts. The document is intended to assist industry stakeholders in the proper identification of device classifications and ensuring compliance with the Medical Device Act 2012 (Act 737).

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Malaysia: MDA Regulatory Updates – Publication of First Edition Application for Confirmation Status of Obsolete and Discontinued Medical Device – March/April 2026

Malaysia: MDA Regulatory Updates – Publication of First Edition Application for Confirmation Status of Obsolete and Discontinued Medical Device – March/April 2026

  • 2026-04-28 08:14:56

The Medical Device Authority (MDA) has published the new guidance document, Application for Confirmation Status of Obsolete and Discontinued Medical Device (MDA/GD/0071). This publication was to assist establishments and healthcare professionals in understanding the applicable regulatory framework and in implementing appropriate control measures for obsolete and discontinued medical devices.

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MALAYSIA: MDA Regulatory Updates – Requirement of Labelling Guidance Document & HSA Verification Approvals – February/March 2026

MALAYSIA: MDA Regulatory Updates – Requirement of Labelling Guidance Document & HSA Verification Approvals – February/March 2026

  • 2026-04-01 07:01:44

The Medical Device Authority (MDA), Malaysia, announces two key updates for medical device registration. The latest labelling guidance introduces e-labelling requirements, while conformity assessments conducted by Singapore's Health Sciences Authority (HSA) are now recognized through a verification-based process. These updates aim to streamline registration and ensure compliance for medical devices in Malaysia.

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Thailand: Malaysia MDA - Thai FDA Pilot Project - January/February 2026

Thailand: Malaysia MDA - Thai FDA Pilot Project - January/February 2026

  • 2026-02-26 07:44:34

The Thai Food and Drug Administration (Thai FDA) and the Medical Device Authority (MDA) of Malaysia have initiated the Pilot Reliance Project, a joint effort to facilitate medical device registration by recognizing each othe's regulatory approvals. The pilot project is effective from February 2026 until 30 April 2026.

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MALAYSIA: Updated in Conformity Assessment Body (CAB) and establishment guide to medical device registration submission in MeDC@St for Conducting Assessment By Way of Verification (MDA/GD/0068) and (MDA/GD/0070) – September/October 2025

MALAYSIA: Updated in Conformity Assessment Body (CAB) and establishment guide to medical device registration submission in MeDC@St for Conducting Assessment By Way of Verification (MDA/GD/0068) and (MDA/GD/0070) – September/October 2025

  • 2025-10-27 03:24:28

The Malaysia Medical Device Authority (MDA) has published the latest Conformity Assessment Body (CAB) guide and establishment guide to medical device registration submission in MeDC@St for Conducting Assessment by Way of Verification process, which includes updates on additional recognized regulatory authorities and revised verification procedures to help establishments streamline registration and ensure regulatory compliance.

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MALAYSIA : Updated in Harmonised Borderline Products in ASEAN (MDA/GD/0063) and Harmonised Classification of Medical Devices in ASEAN (MDA/GD/0062) – June/July 2025

MALAYSIA : Updated in Harmonised Borderline Products in ASEAN (MDA/GD/0063) and Harmonised Classification of Medical Devices in ASEAN (MDA/GD/0062) – June/July 2025

  • 2025-07-10 10:02:10

The Malaysia Medical Device Authority (MDA) has published the latest edition of Harmonised Borderline Products in ASEAN which provides an updated classifications list for products that may fall under medical device regulations across ASEAN member states. This update helps establishments to determine their products classification (medical device or non-medical device).

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MALAYSIA: MDA Issue New Guidance Document on Importation of Medical Device for Re-Export (IRE) – May/June 2025

MALAYSIA: MDA Issue New Guidance Document on Importation of Medical Device for Re-Export (IRE) – May/June 2025

  • 2025-05-29 09:42:50

Malaysia Medical Device Authority (MDA) authority issues the new guidance documents of Importation of Medical Device for Re-export (IRE), MDA/GD/0069 in March 2025. This guidance document outlines the procedure for importing medical devices into Malaysia for re-export purposes. It is particularly beneficial for importers and manufacturers by providing clear regulatory steps, approval requirements, and compliance guidelines to facilitate smooth procedure.

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