• 2023-02-23 02:33:41

Qualtech, in cooperation with Mr. Arkan Zwick of Austrian Manufacturer Croma-Pharma GmbH, have organized a webinar on the important updates pertaining to the EU MDR on February 7, 2023. Topics discussed include the European Commission's Proposal to extend the MDR transition period as well as the validity of MDD certifications, and our suggestions regarding the critical steps to be taken in order to smoothly obtain approval under the MDR. The content of the webinar has been briefly summarized in this article.

• 2023-02-23 01:28:49

A consultation window for framework and implementation of the Cybersecurity Labelling Scheme for Medical Devices [CLS(MD)] was announced to be open for the public from January 23 to March 3, 2023.

• 2023-01-19 06:29:59

Qualtech's internal Southeast Asia regulatory training and our End of the Year Party 2022 have been successfully completed. As the borders have gradually reopened and travel restrictions have been lifted, Qualtech has invited its members from the various ASEAN countries as well as from Japan to gather in our headquarter in Taipei. The accomplishments of the gathering include the exchange of regulatory information, the fostering of better communication, and the strengthening of our teamwork across the various Qualtech branch offices.

• 2023-01-19 06:20:26

Most medical devices included in the Australian Register of Therapeutic Goods (ARTG) are supported by an obtained EU MDD certification and may need to transition to the new EU MDR in order to continue to be supplied in Australia.

Yet, many manufacturers are currently dealing with challenges regarding the switch from the EU MDD to the EU MDR. This includes additional requirements for the quality management systems (QMS) of the manufacturer, requiring higher standards in the clinical report to support the patient safety when using the medical device, classification rules changes, and other detailed technical document requirements.

• 2023-01-19 05:55:29

Two regulations for medical devices have been implemented in the month of December 2022. One is a common specification for the groups of products without an intended medical purpose, the other are rules regarding reclassification of groups of certain active products without an intended medical purpose.

• 2023-01-19 05:49:15

It is announced that the MDA amended the terms of the establishment license granted under section 15 of Act 737 in accordance with Act 20's provisions. At least 90 days before the license expires, the establishments must submit an application to the Authority for a renewal.

• 2022-12-27 10:11:55

A Quality Management System (QMS) is used by a company or manufacturer as a set of policies, procedures, and processes. It provides a constructive handling and coordination of a business by continual improvements in effectiveness and efficiency. In this article, the QMS requirements for medical device manufacturer, company or organization on different countries will be explored.

• 2022-12-27 08:57:20

The Center for Medical Device Evaluation (CMDE) has issued the “List of Mandatory Standards Applicable to Medical Devices” for applicants to determine the mandatory standards which apply to a specific product.

• 2022-12-27 08:46:16

This guidance is written for AR, manufacturers and other economic operators and provides clarification on relevant requirements under the Regulations.

• 2022-12-27 07:40:22

Indonesia Halal Assurance Agency have issued Decree of Head of BPJPH Regulation Number 133 of 2022 concerning Procedures for Requesting Data Amendment on Halal Certificates. This regulation outlines the types of amendment allowed and the procedures for amendment application in Halal certificates.