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EMA vs CDSCO: Medical Device Regulatory Comparison

Compare the medical device registration pathways, classification, and regulatory requirements of EMA (European Union) vs CDSCO (India).

EMA

European Medicines Agency

European Union

The EMA coordinates the EU regulatory framework for medical devices under EU MDR 2017/745 and IVDR 2017/746. While Notified Bodies conduct conformity assessments, the EMA and European Commission set p

CLASSES

Class I, IIa, IIb, III

PATHWAY

CE marking via Notified Body

KEY FUNCTIONS
  • EU MDR / IVDR framework coordination
  • EUDAMED database oversight
  • Notified Body designation support
  • CE marking pathway
  • Vigilance and post-market surveillance

CDSCO

Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (India)

India

India's CDSCO regulates medical devices under the Medical Devices Rules 2017 (amended 2020). India uses a four-class system (A, B, C, D). India is the fastest-growing major medical device market globa

CLASSES

Class A, B, C, D

PATHWAY

CDSCO registration / import license

KEY FUNCTIONS
  • Medical device registration
  • Import license (Form MD-14)
  • Clinical investigation approval
  • Quality management system audit
  • Adverse event reporting

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