The European Commission has issued market and compliance guidance on regulatory requirements for manufacturers of medical face masks.
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UK’s Guidance on 3D printing of medical devices or component parts during the pandemic
Different requirements apply for 3D-printed products, depending on their classification as MDDs or PPEs. Find out UK's Guidance in this article!
Personal protective Equipment and Medical Devices in the Covid-19 context –how can they be lawfully placed on the EU market?
The Covid-19 pandemic created a huge demand for PPEs and MDs, but how can you place them on the EU market lawfully? Read the detailed explanation here.
National MDR implementation – Germany’s establishment of NAKI
Germany established NAKI, the National Working Group for the Implementation of the new EU Regulations on MDR IVDR. Read all the details in this article!
Coronavirus: updated guidelines for verifying the compliance and suitability of surgical face masks
Find out in this article the latest guidelines concerning compliance of surgical and face masks, issued by the Belgian Competent Authority (FAMHP)
Guidance for placing hand sanitizing products on the UK market
In May 2020, the Office for Product Safety & Standards issued a guidance for the placement on the UK of hand cleaning and sanitising products.
The demand for these type of products has risen, as a consequence of the COVID-19 pandemic, and it is common for manufacturers and importers to be confused when it comes to which legislation these products fall under.
MHRA regulatory flexibilities resulting from coronavirus (COVID-19)
The government of the UK has published on its official website some regulatory flexibilities resulting from coronavirus.
UK’s new dedicated Yellow Card reporting site
To display full information for users of medical devices, the UK set up a new reporting site: the Yellow Card. Find out more about it in this article!
Belgium has identified a list of COVID-19 critical devices, which devices are on the list?
The Belgian FAMHP issued a guidance document listing critical devices for health systems during the Covid-19 pandemic. Find out what is on the list here!
In Vitro Diagnostic Devices: main steps to compliance and frequently asked questions
What is the path to EU compliance for IVDs? Find the answers to most common questions in this article and clear all your doubts!