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Unlocking Opportunities: Understanding Saudi Arabia’s Medical Device Approval

Introduction The Saudi Arabian Medical device registration and approval is governed by the Saudi Food and Drug Authority, also known as the SFDA. The procedure for the introduction of a medical device in the Saudi Arabian market is called Medical Device Marketing Authorization (MDMA). SFDA has published a guidance document, MDS-REQ-001, on Requirements for Medical Device Marketing Authorization. This guidance provides detailed information on the authorization process. Saudi Arabian Medical Devic...
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Mastering Medical Device Audits: A Roadmap to Preparedness and Compliance Excellence

Facing a medical device audit can be daunting, but with meticulous preparation and strategic responses, companies can turn this challenge into an opportunity for building a robust quality system. Tips for Mastering Medical Device Audits This article provides a detailed roadmap for mastering medical device audits, covering essential steps from internal audits to adeptly handling regulatory findings. 1. Demystifying Audits Understanding the fundamental concepts behind medical device audits is cruc...
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MDCG Position Paper on the Implementation of UDI Requirements for Contact Lenses, Spectacle Frames, Spectacle Lenses & Ready Readers 

The Medical Device Coordination Group (MDCG), which was founded in accordance with Article 103 of Regulation (EU) 2017/745, has approved this document. Every Member State is represented on the MDCG, which is presided over by an official from the European Commission.   The document cannot be regarded as representing the official stance of the European Commission because it is not a document from the European Commission. This paper does not contain any legally binding opinions. The only body tha...
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Beauty Beyond Borders: A Comprehensive Guide to Cosmetic Regulations in Saudi Arabia

In recent years, the beauty and cosmetics industry has witnessed exponential growth worldwide, breaking down geographical barriers and creating a global marketplace. One country that has embraced this transformative trend is Saudi Arabia, where the beauty industry has flourished, reflecting the changing cultural landscape. However, with growth comes the need for regulations to ensure consumer safety and product quality. Legal Framework for Saudi Arabia Cosmetic Regulations Saudi Arabia has estab...
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Saudi Arabia – Authorized Representative

Saudi Arabia – Authorized Representative The manufacturer or its authorized representative must submit the necessary documents demonstrating compliance with the Medical Device Regulations of at least one GHTF Founding Member jurisdiction for medical devices intended for the KSA market. Documents must be provided in English. If the original documents are in a language other than English, a summary or translation in English must be provided to the SFDA. Upon request from the SFDA,...
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Saudi SFDA Medical Device Classification 

The SFDA’s classification system generally follows international standards, such as those outlined by the Global Harmonization Task Force (GHTF), now succeeded by the International Medical Device Regulators Forum (IMDRF), and may also be influenced by the classification systems of other regulatory authorities.  While specific details of the SFDA’s classification criteria may not be readily available, it typically includes classes similar to those found in other regulatory frameworks...
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Saudi Arabia Drug Product Registration

Pharmaceutical /Medicine/Drug/OTC registration in Saudi Arabia MOH Ministry of Health MOH Website  https://www.moh.gov.sa/ Regulatory Authority Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA) Regulatory Website  https://www.sfda.gov.sa/ Local Representative Required  Yes NDA Approval Process  Application through SFDR Upload the product File Technical Validation Business Validation Assessment of Application • Evaluation / Inspection • Testing Pricing Product Licensing Drug Process Registration 1. Pr...
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Global Clinical Trials: Navigating South Korea’s Regulatory Landscape for Multinational Studies, from IND Application to NDA Approval

Regulatory Authority Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (MFDS) Link for Regulatory Authority https://www.mfds.go.kr/eng/index.do Local Authorized Yes Registration Timeline 12 to 24 months Registration Fee ₩3,000,000 (~$2,400) License Validity 5 Years Global Studies General pharmaceutical regulations concerning multinational clinical study There is no special regulation concerning multinational clinical studies. However, “Guidelines for an evaluation of bridging data” and other relate...
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Food Supplement Registration in Saudi Arabia

Regulatory Authority Saudi Food and Drug Authority Regulatory Website https://www.sfda.gov.sa/ Registration Timeline 10 Days License Validity 5 Years Registration Fee 5000 riyals Food supplements containing vitamins and/or minerals are primarily valuable nutritional supplements because of the minerals and/or vitamins they contain. Food supplements containing concentrated forms of vitamins and minerals, either alone or in combination, are available in a variety of forms, such as capsules, tablets...
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