Importance of Importers in the MDR/IVDR
Under the EU Medical Device Regulation (MDR) and In Vitro Diagnostic Regulation (IVDR), an importer is defined as any natural or legal person established within the European Union who places a medical device from a third country onto the EU market. The key criteria for an importer, as specified in the regulations, are: Obligations of Importers The obligations ...
Classification Rationales
In the rapidly evolving European regulatory landscape, correct classification of medical devices and in vitro diagnostic medical devices (IVDs) under the Medical Device Regulation (MDR, EU 2017/745) and In Vitro Diagnostic Regulation (IVDR, EU 2017/746) is pivotal. Misclassification can lead to delays in market access, costly rework, compliance risks, and, most importantly, patient safety issues. ...
Guidance on Borderline Products
The Medical Device Regulation (MDR) and the In Vitro Diagnostic Regulation (IVDR) provide comprehensive and detailed definitions that clearly outline what qualifies as a Medical Device and an In Vitro Diagnostic Medical Device. These definitions are essential, as they serve as the foundation for determining the regulatory pathway for products within the European Union. The ...
MDCG 2024-13 – Regulatory status of ethylene oxide (EtO) intended for the sterilisation of medical devices
The regulatory status of ethylene oxide (EtO) for sterilizing single-use medical devices during manufacturing has been examined within the scope of the Review Programme under Regulation (EU) 528/2012 on biocidal products (BPR). EtO is widely used to sterilize various medical products, including medical devices, in vitro diagnostic medical devices (IVDs), medicinal products, and combination products. ...
UPDATE: MDCG 2022 – 5 Rev. 1 Guidance on borderline between medical devices and medicinal products under Regulation (EU) 2017/745 on medical devices
There has been an update to the guidance document MDCG 2022-5 concerning guidance on borderline between medical devices and medicinal products under Regulation (EU) 2017/745 on medical devices. The update includes the addition of products specifically intended for the cleaning, disinfection or sterilisation of medical devices in section 1.2.6.1 to the list of examples of ...
EU Parliament Vote to Revise MDR and IVDR
The EU Parliament has adopted a resolution to revise the MDR and IVDR to address the ongoing challenges regarding implementation and support patient access to essential medical devices by 2025. The EU Parliament’s proposed amendments to the Medical Device Regulation (MDR) and In Vitro Diagnostic Regulation (IVDR) are timely, balancing much-needed reform with a commitment ...
EU Publishes New Harmonised Standards for MDR and IVDR
To provide some context, a harmonized standard is a European standard developed by recognized European Standards Organizations such as: These standards are created based on a formal request from the European Commission. They are crucial for manufacturers, economic operators, and conformity assessment bodies, as they offer a recognized way to demonstrate compliance with relevant EU ...
Current State of Play for Medical Devices (MDR & IVDR)
We understand that the regulatory landscape of the MDR and IVDR is constantly changing, and in order to keep up to date with the changes, we have provided a current state of play with regards to some of the most important changes to the MDR and IVDR. MDR Extension Firstly, we would like to remind ...
EU Commission Release List of Notified Bodies with their Published Fees
In a significant move to promote transparency and fairness in the medical device market, the European Commission has released a comprehensive list of notified bodies along with their published fees for conformity assessments. This initiative is expected to bring much-needed clarity to the certification process, ensuring that manufacturers, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), can ...
UPDATE: MDCG 2021-5 Rev. 1 Guidance on standardisation for medical device
There has been an update in the guidance document MDCG 2021-5 concerning the standardisation for medical devices. The guidance document was initially released in 2021 to provide guidance on different aspects related to standards in the medical devices sector in support of the requirements laid down in the applicable EU legislation, taking into account its ...
