When it comes to selling medical devices in Europe, most people assume that CE marking is the manufacturer’s responsibility alone. While it’s true that the manufacturer plays the lead role, distributors are not off the hook.
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Expanding into the European Union (EU) or the United Kingdom (UK) is a big step for any medical device manufacturer. The markets are highly regulated — and for good reason. Patient safety, product quality, and regulatory compliance are at the core of the EU Medical Device Regulation (MDR), In Vitro Diagnostic Regulation (IVDR), and the UK Medical Device Regulations (UK MDR).
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Under the EU Medical Device Regulation (MDR) and In Vitro Diagnostic Regulation (IVDR), compliance isn’t just the manufacturer’s responsibility. Importers, distributors, and suppliers are now considered economic operators — and that means you are legally liable for specific obligations. From verifying CE marking and language requirements to registering devices in EUDAMED and maintaining long-term traceability, your role in the supply chain is critical.
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When medical device manufacturers hear about ISO 13485 certification, it’s often described as a requirement — a hurdle to market entry. But treating ISO 13485 as nothing more than a checkbox misses its true value.
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Under the EU Medical Device Regulation (MDR) 2017/745, your technical file is not just a collection of documents—it’s the complete evidence package that proves your device is safe, effective, and compliant. Without a well-prepared and well-maintained technical file, your CE marking approval is at risk, along with your access to the European market.
In the fast-paced and highly regulated medical device industry, risk management is not simply a compliance checkbox — it is a continuous, proactive process that underpins device safety, performance, and regulatory success. From the initial concept to post-market monitoring, effective risk management ensures that devices meet safety requirements, protect patient health, and maintain compliance with international standards such as ISO 14971:2019.
This article explores the role of risk management throughout the device lifecycle, explaining why it matters, how it is applied at each stage, and what best practices manufacturers can follow to remain competitive and compliant.
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Medical device compliance in the UK and EU has become more complex following Brexit. With both the European Union Medical Device Regulation (EU MDR) and the UK Medical Devices Regulations 2002 (as amended) (UK MDR) now operating in parallel, manufacturers must understand how to comply with both regimes to maintain market access.
This guide provides a practical overview of how to approach compliance, highlighting key similarities and differences between the two frameworks and offering tips to streamline your regulatory strategy.
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Navigating the European medical device regulatory landscape can be complex—especially with the introduction of the EU Medical Device Regulation (EU MDR 2017/745) and the In Vitro Diagnostic Medical Device Regulation (EU IVDR 2017/746). One critical player in helping manufacturers, notified bodies, and regulatory authorities interpret and implement these regulations is the Medical Device Coordination Group (MDCG).
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ISO/IEC 27001 is the internationally recognised standard for Information Security Management Systems (ISMS). It helps organisations identify information security risks, implement appropriate controls and protect sensitive information from cyber threats, data breaches and unauthorised access. Learn how ISO 27001 works, how certification is achieved and why it is increasingly important for medical device manufacturers, healthcare organisations and software developers.
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The cosmetics industry is growing fast, with thousands of new products hitting the European market each year. But while creativity in beauty is exciting, safety must always come first. That’s where EU cosmetics regulation comes in.
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