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Regulatory

Borderline Product Classification Across FDA, EU MDR, ANVISA, and COFEPRIS

How to classify hand sanitizer, mouthwash, personal lubricants, and data recorders as medical devices or non-devices across FDA, EU MDR, Brazil ANVISA, and Mexico COFEPRIS.

Regulatory

Combination Products (Drug-Device): Complete FDA & EU MDR Regulatory Guide (2026)

Guide to FDA and EU regulation of drug-device combination products, covering OCP jurisdiction, RFDs, 21 CFR Part 4, EU MDR Article 117, CGMPs, and post-market duties.

EUDAMED

EUDAMED Day Zero Playbook: Role-Specific Actions Before May 28, 2026

Role-by-role playbook for the May 28, 2026 EUDAMED deadline, covering actor registration, UDI/device data, certificates, surveillance duties, and final readiness steps.

CE Marking

Global CE Mark Reliance Map for Medical Device Manufacturers

See where CE marking supports device approvals across 25+ markets, including full reliance, abridged review, evidence acceptance, and remaining local steps.

EU MDR / IVDR

Missed the 2024 MDR Notified Body Deadline? Legacy Device Options

What manufacturers should do after missing the 2024 MDR Notified Body deadlines, including legal status, withdrawal timing, fresh MDR applications, and sell-off rules.

Digital Health & AI

EU AI Act for Medical Devices: Compliance Guide for MedTech (2026)

Learn how the EU AI Act applies to AI-enabled medical devices, including high-risk classification, MDR/IVDR overlap, conformity assessment, and 2026 deadlines.

Regulatory

France Medical Device Registration and Market Access Guide 2026

Register and commercialize medical devices in France with EU MDR, ANSM, EUDAMED, French labeling, LPPR reimbursement, CNEDiMTS, and CEPS requirements.

Regulatory

Germany Medical Device Registration and Market Access Guide 2026

Market medical devices in Germany with EU MDR, BfArM, PEI, MPDG, EUDAMED, DMIDS, German labeling, clinical investigations, and DiGA strategy.

Regulatory

Italy Medical Device Registration Guide (2026): BD/RDM, Repertorio, Requirements

Guide to Italy medical device market access in 2026, including EU MDR, BD/RDM Repertorio registration, EUDAMED deadlines, Italian labeling, and HTA.

Regulatory

Netherlands Medical Device Registration and Market Access Guide (2026)

Register and market devices in the Netherlands under EU MDR, including IGJ oversight, CIBG Farmatec, NOTIS, Dutch labeling, EUDAMED, CCMO trials, notified bodies, and PMS.

Regulatory

Spain Medical Device Registration Guide 2026: AEMPS, CE Marking & Market Access

Guide to marketing medical devices in Spain in 2026, covering EU MDR, AEMPS registration, Royal Decree 192/2023, EUDAMED deadlines, Spanish labeling, and regional notifications.

CE Marking

How Much Does CE Marking Cost for Medical Devices? Complete 2026 Budget Breakdown

Plan a realistic 2026 CE marking budget under EU MDR, including notified body fees, clinical evaluation, technical documentation, ISO 13485, and ongoing compliance.

EU MDR / IVDR

EU Authorized Representative (EC REP): Guide for Device and IVD Manufacturers

Guide to EU Authorized Representative requirements under MDR and IVDR, including Article 11 mandates, PRRC duties, EUDAMED registration, costs, and selection.

EU MDR / IVDR

EU MDR and IVDR Transition Timeline: Legacy Device Deadlines (2026-2029)

Guide to EU MDR and IVDR transition deadlines for legacy devices, including Articles 120 and 110, class-specific dates, eligibility conditions, EUDAMED, and market access.

Commercialization

How to Choose a Medical Device Regulatory Consultant: Complete 2026 Evaluation Guide

Evaluate medical device regulatory consultants with selection criteria, interview questions, red flags, pricing benchmarks, RAC/RAPS signals, and a stage-based decision framework.

EU MDR / IVDR

EU IVDR Classification Rules: The Complete Guide to IVD Risk Classes A–D

Practical guide to IVDR Annex VIII classification rules for IVD Classes A-D, with device examples, software guidance, IVDD-to-IVDR changes, and the 2025 EU simplification proposal.

EU MDR / IVDR

EU MDR Notified Bodies and Conformity Assessment Guide

Guide to EU MDR Notified Bodies and conformity assessment, including NB selection, routes by device class, audits, timelines, costs, and 2025-2026 regulatory context.

EU MDR / IVDR

EUDAMED Registration Guide for Medical Device and IVD Manufacturers

Step-by-step EUDAMED registration guide covering SRN actor registration, UDI/device data, Notified Body certificates, market surveillance, May 2026 deadlines, and legacy devices.

EU MDR / IVDR

Medical Device Technical File: EU MDR Documentation Guide

Prepare EU MDR technical documentation for medical devices, including Annex II and III content, FDA DHF comparisons, STED format, ISO 13485 files, and practical assembly steps.

Clinical Evidence

EU MDR PMCF Guide: Plans, Studies, Reports, and Implementation

Guide to PMCF under EU MDR, including PMCF plans, study design, evaluation reports, PMS integration, clinical evaluation updates, and implementation.