• 2026-05-27 01:54:19

Effective May 6, 2026, Administrative Order No. 2025-0030 establishes a mandatory Post-Marketing Alert System (PMAS) for medical devices in the Philippines, aligning national policy with the ASEAN Medical Device Directive. The order requires manufacturers, traders, and distributors to maintain strict traceability records, report adverse events within 48 hours to 30 days, and implement Field Safety Corrective Actions to mitigate risks. A one-year transition period for industry compliance has officially commenced.

• 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).

• 2024-10-10 10:03:44

The ASEAN region is rapidly emerging as a vital player in the global healthcare industry, offering immense opportunities for growth and expansion. For medical device companies looking to enter this dynamic market, partnering with Qualtech Consulting Corporation provides the expertise, support, and local knowledge necessary to navigate the complexities of regulatory approval and achieve success. Don't miss the chance to expand your business in one of the world's most exciting healthcare markets—let Qualtech guide you every step of the way.

• 2024-06-20 07:20:10

Considering expanding your medical device business to Brazil or Southeast Asia? Qualtech Consulting Corporation's recent webinar can help! This informative session explored navigating the regulatory landscapes in these rapidly growing markets.

• 2024-05-02 01:55:12

Join our FREE webinar on ASEAN Regulatory Updates & Brazil's Medical Device Regulations. Learn how to stay compliant and enter the Brazil market! Sign up today!

• 2024-04-03 09:34:09

The Medical Device Authority (MDA) published new Guidance Document, on “POST MARKET INFORMATION EXCHANGE FOR ASEAN MEMBER STATES”, on January, 2024. This document serves as guidance on exchange of post market information among AMS.
In order to maintain patient safety and public health, it is necessary that all medical devices that are placed in the market meet appropriate standards of safety, quality and performance, and that they are used safely.

• 2024-01-26 05:18:26

The Medical Device Authority (MDA) published a second edition guidance document on “Guidance on Harmonised Borderline Product in ASEAN" on December 23, 2023. This guidance document provides a list of borderline products, whether they are medical devices or non-medical devices, based on their intended purpose as claimed by the manufacturer, which is harmonised in ASEAN. This guidance document will be updated on a yearly basis to reflect the latest decisions of the ASEAN Medical Device Committee (AMDC).

• 2024-01-26 05:03:01

The Medical Device Authority (MDA) published Second edition Guidance Document, on “Guidance on Harmonised Classification of Medical Device in ASEAN”, on December 12, 2023. This guidance document provides the harmonised list of risk classification of medical devices including in-vitro diagnostic (IVD) medical devices based on their intended use/ purpose as claimed by the manufacturer.

• 2023-12-26 05:15:49

Qualtech's regional meeting united leaders from across ASEAN to collaborate, share knowledge, and shape the future of Qualtech in the region. The event focused on fostering unity, unwavering commitment to quality with ISO 13485 standards, and strategic planning for each country's unique needs. A cultural immersion tour of Chulalongkorn University provided inspiration and deeper understanding. The meeting concluded with a shared vision for the future of Qualtech in ASEAN.

• 2023-05-24 07:33:47

Qualtech's big topic article for this month's edition represents an overview of the recent and upcoming changes implemented in the ASEAN countries of Southeast Asia. We thereby cover 6 ASEAN countries and review the most critical and noteworthy changes, so that our readers remain up-to-date and can take required actions in a timeline manner.