• 2026-08-25 08:37:14

Thailand has updated its operational framework for Class 2-4 medical device change notification. Revised processing timelines and fee structures have been established for both standard and expert review pathways. Medical device manufacturers and importers marketing products in Thailand must review the updated criteria, evaluation periods, and associated fees prior to submitting change requests to ensure full regulatory compliance.

• 2026-06-26 06:31:01

The FDA's Electronic Medical Device Reporting (eMDR) program requires medical device manufacturers and importers to submit Medical Device Reports (MDRs) electronically for adverse events, malfunctions, and other reportable incidents. The eMDR system improves the efficiency, accuracy, and timeliness of post-market surveillance by enabling electronic submission, processing, and tracking of reports through FDA systems. Manufacturers should establish robust procedures to ensure compliance with eMDR requirements and maintain effective post-market monitoring of device safety and performance.

• 2024-12-16 09:17:34

The updated Therapeutic Goods regulations in Australia, effective October 19, 2024, introduce streamlined documentation for medical devices assessed by the US FDA. By aligning with international standards, the changes simplify compliance for Class IIa and Class III devices, reducing burdens while ensuring safety and quality, offering manufacturers faster market access.

• 2024-10-10 08:07:48

The FDA launched the Voluntary Malfunction Summary Reporting (VMSR) program in 2018 to streamline the malfunction reporting process for medical device manufacturers. This initiative enhances the FDA's capacity to effectively monitor a diverse array of devices.

• 2024-09-17 02:22:43

The Thai FDA has announced significant regulatory changes to accelerate the approval process for medical device manufacturing and importation. Effective June 6, 2024, these changes aim to reduce redundancy in documentation without compromising product safety or quality. This streamlined approach is expected to foster innovation, attract foreign investment, and enhance Thailand's position as a regional healthcare hub.

• 2023-12-26 02:01:02

FDA is issuing a guidance in relation to Section 506J of Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act. In which manufacturers are required to promptly notify the FDA, whether during or prior to a Public Health Emergency (PHE), of any permanent discontinuance or interruption in the production of specific devices.

• 2023-09-27 05:49:24

The FDA has introduced the Customer Relation Management Information System (CRMIS), a digital platform that enables stakeholders and the public to submit inquiries and follow-ups. The system began on August 28, 2023, and will run until November 30, 2023, as part of the FDA's commitment to improving public health services and IT infrastructure.

• 2023-03-27 08:22:41

The US FDA starts to launch the so-called "eSTAR" Pilot with Health Canada. The eSTAR is an interactive medical device submission process and is expected to likely become the main path regarding medical device submissions for 510(k) and De novo registrations in the near future.

• 2022-09-27 07:17:48

Utilization of Remote Regulatory Assessments (RRA) as a critical examination of an FDA-regulated establishment and/or its records. FDA has published the draft guidance to let more people understand its value and what FDA expectations for RRA are.

• 2022-08-30 03:43:54

PFDA issues the updated regulation for Medical Radiation Devices that aims to provide guidelines for the importation of radiation devices used for both medical and non-medical applications in accordance to AO 2018-0002.