• 2025-03-10 02:22:15

Join Qualtech's webinar on March 26, 2025, for key insights into Australia's medical device market and TGA regulations. Learn about the registration process, Sponsor responsibilities, post-market requirements, and get answers to common questions. Register now here to secure your spot!

• 2025-02-21 05:38:28

Qualtech hosted a webinar providing key insights into the evolving European medical device regulations. The discussion covered essential updates, including the MDR transition period extension, Article 10A supply notification requirements, the gradual rollout of EUDAMED, the implications of the European AI Act, and regulatory changes in the UK and Switzerland. Attendees gained valuable guidance on compliance strategies and proactive measures to navigate these regulatory shifts.

• 2025-02-21 05:10:50

The Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) has updated its application audit guidance for medical devices and in-vitro diagnostics (IVDs), to streamline regulatory processes and focus on high-risk devices. Additionally, the transition from the EU In Vitro Diagnostic Directive (IVDD) to the In Vitro Diagnostic Regulation (IVDR) introduces stricter requirements and extended transition periods for compliance. Medical device manufacturers must ensure thorough documentation and timely submissions to meet these evolving standards.

• 2025-02-21 03:51:47

Indonesia's Ministry of Health has reclassified Filter Paper, specifically Dried Blood Spot (DBS) Filter Paper, as a Medical Device. This significant change, effective December 9, 2024, requires manufacturers to register their products as medical devices through the Online Single Submission (OSS) system. This reclassification necessitates compliance with specific regulations and quality standards, impacting product registration and market access in Indonesia.

• 2025-01-22 06:13:50

Administrative Order No. 2024-0016 sets a new schedule of fees and charges by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) of the Philippines for all regulated products, including medical devices, drugs, food, and cosmetics. The updated fees aim to simplify compliance for manufacturers and distributors while keeping pace with the growing demands of the healthcare industry. This change ensures more efficient processes for licensing, product registration, and market access.

• 2025-02-20 11:17:07

From January 4, 2025, onwards, Thai FDA has tightened medical device advertising rules to prevent misleading claims. Advertisements must align with approved product information, specify target audiences, and include required disclaimers. Stricter enforcement measures target misleads advertising, especially for dermal fillers. Likewise Consumers shall verify approved products on the Thai FDA's website, updated on a weekly bases.

• 2025-02-20 11:06:06

The Thai FDA has launched a priority track for 6 types of medical devices targeting Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs), enabling faster approval for essential healthcare solutions. This initiative is designed to ensure quicker access to vital healthcare solutions, providing medical device companies with faster market entry for devices targeting public health challenges.

• 2025-02-20 10:48:19

In 2025, the Thai FDA reinstated the auto approval system for specific Class 1 medical devices with additional conditions. The new "Positive List" identifies eligible devices by their GMDN generic names, expediting approvals while others require manual review.

• 2025-01-20 06:54:39

Register our FREE Webinar on 2025 Updates & Forecast for European Medical Device Regulations. Keep your medical device compliance in Europe up-to-date!

• 2025-01-22 03:13:13

On January 1st, 2025, the Vietnam Ministry of Health issued Decree No. 04/2025/NĐ-CP, extending the validity of import licenses for medical devices until June 30, 2025. This decree updates Clause 2, 3, and 4 of Article 76 in Decree No. 98/2021/ND-CP, as amended by Decree No. 07/2023/ND-CP. These changes aim to allow businesses to continue operations without interruption and ensure smooth operations in medical device management.