EMA vs MFDS: Medical Device Regulatory Comparison
Compare the medical device registration pathways, classification, and regulatory requirements of EMA (European Union) vs MFDS (South Korea).
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…
Class I, IIa, IIb, III
CE marking via Notified Body
- ▸EU MDR / IVDR framework coordination
- ▸EUDAMED database oversight
- ▸Notified Body designation support
- ▸CE marking pathway
- ▸Vigilance and post-market surveillance
MFDS
Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (South Korea)
South Korea
MFDS regulates medical devices in South Korea using a four-class system. The Korean Good Manufacturing Practice (KGMP) standard is required for all manufacturers. South Korea is an MDSAP participating…
Class I, II, III, IV
MFDS registration
- ▸KGMP compliance
- ▸Technical documentation review
- ▸MDSAP participation
- ▸Clinical trial approval
- ▸Device registration
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