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UDI DI

UDI-DI On 5 May 2017, the EU published the new EU MDR 2017/745 and IVDR 2017/746 regulations in which they formally introduced the UDI system in the EU. The UDI comprises the following components The Basic UDI-DI is a technique introduced by the EU for linking medical devices to their regulatory documentation so that the model of the product can be uniquely identified throughout its entire lifecycle. The linked documentation may include the declaration of conformity, notified body certificates,...
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In Vitro Diagnostic Regulation (IVDR) (EU) 2017/746

The IVD medical devices Regulation (EU) 2017/746 (IVDR) brings EU legislation into line with technical advances, changes in medical science, and progress in law-making. The new Regulation creates a robust, transparent, and sustainable regulatory framework recognised internationally, improving clinical safety and creating fair market access for manufacturers.  In contrast to the previous Directive, the new Regulation is directly applicable and does not need to be transposed into na...
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Classification of Medical Devices Based on UK MDR 2002

The classification of medical devices in the UK market will be based on UK MDR 2002 from 1st January 2021. Medical devices are classified into a particular class based on the level of risk they pose to the patient and according to the intended purpose of use. The medical devices are classified based on the classification rules in Annex IX of Directive 93/42 into one of the following four classes: The medical devices are classified into the above-given classes based on 18 rules men...
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Switzerland Authorised Representative

Medical devices are regulated by: the Swiss Agency for Therapeutic Product Manufacturer Responsibility Mutual Recognition Agreement (MRA) between EU and Switzerland: Possible situations Depending on the terms of MRA, this situation will exempt the manufacturer from EU member states from the Swiss Authorized Representative(AR) requirement. European AR will be accepted as same as Swiss ARs and vice versa. Manufacturers outside the EU and Switzerland will still ne...
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EU Authorised Representative

Responsibilities of EU Authorised Representative • When a device manufacturer is established outside of the European Union, the manufacturer needs to appoint an authorised representative to place the medical device in one of the member states. An Authorized Representative is any person naturally or legally established in the European Community who can act on behalf of the manufacturer. • A written mandate/letter designating an authorised representative for a medical device manufacturer is ma...
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UK Medical Device Regulation

UK Medical Device Regulations UK Medical Device Regulation Role of MHRA UK Approved Bodies UK Approved Notified Bodies Update from NB’s Manufacturers Authorised Representatives Importer & Distributor Registrations in Great Britain Registration Timeline – UK Registration Data • Copy of Declaration of Conformity• E-copy of technical documentation• Device Certificate as granted by the Notified Body• Quality Management Certificate• Database information Manufacturing details• Lett...
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Switzerland Medical Device Regulations

Switzerland Market Situation Switzerland Market Situation – Downside Switzerland- Medical Device Regulations Medical devices are regulated by: the Swiss Agency for Therapeutic Product Manufacturers Outside Swiss – Proxy to the foreign manufacturer – Responsible for product safety – Liable for product defects – contact person for Swiss authorities – can be a legal entity or a natural person – must have access to PRRC Roles of Swiss AR’s PRRC Liability of a Swiss AR Manufacturer Re...
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Symbols used in Labelling

There are multiple symbols used in labelling, but what are the harmonised standards that are internationally accredited. ISO 15223-1: 2021 – Medical Device Symbols released in July 2021 provides standardised symbols recognised by the international community. European union has harmonised this under the MDR and has allowed a transition period of March 2022. However, FDA still hasn’t approved this but the previous version ISO 15223-1:2016 is approved by FDA. Some symbols that are not standardi...
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EU MDR – Language Requirements  

October 2021.   The EU MDR 2017/745 brings more safety to the device in the European market. As part of the Safety measure for the largest medical device market in the world EU Union has made measures to make sure the product sold in the EU market is accessible for everyone at the same time is safe and traceable at every stage of the product lifecycle. The new regulation has made measure that a professional user as well as a lay person can understand the correct usage of the devic...
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EU Declaration of Conformity

The Declaration of conformity (DoC) is one of the key documents within technical documentation. Technical documentation is necessary for manufacturers as this is a detailed record that provides essential information on the design, manufacture, and operation. EU Declaration of Conformity is signed by the manufacturer to declare that the products comply with the EU requirements. By signing it, the manufacturer takes full responsibility for the product’s compliance with the applica...
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