• 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).

• 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.

• 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.

• 2025-09-24 08:22:59

The Medica Device Authority (MDA) of Malaysia and the Health Sciences Authority (HSA) of Singapore officially launched a 6-month pilot of the Medical Device Regulatory Reliance Programme to streamline approvals for Class B–D devices. The main purpose are to fast-track market access, cutting cost, reducing duplication and enhanced patient care.

• 2025-08-25 03:35:27

The Ministry of Health Malaysia (MOH) has announced an international regulatory collaboration with China National Medical Products Administration (NMPA). This collaboration aims for accelerate pre-market approvals, quicker market access, reduced costs and enhanced patient care while strengthens Malaysia's role as regional regulatory hub.

• 2020-10-28 02:13:28

With Overseas Medical Equipment Technical Assistants (OMETA), Qualteh has held an online seminar about regulatory updates in ASEAN on 27th October, where we covered major updates in the Philippines, Thailand, and Malaysia.

• 2020-02-14 07:29:47

Medical Device Authority (MDA), Malaysia has recently introduced a new initiative calling for e-mail notification subscription by all interested stakeholders. This new initiative by MDA aims to provide the latest information to stakeholders and general public who wish to subscribe to this service,