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EMA vs TGA: Medical Device Regulatory Comparison

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

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

TGA

Therapeutic Goods Administration (Australia)

Australia

The TGA regulates medical devices in Australia under the Therapeutic Goods Act 1989. Australia uses a risk-based classification system aligned with GHTF/IMDRF. The TGA is an MDSAP participating author

CLASSES

Class I, IIa, IIb, III, AIMD

PATHWAY

ARTG inclusion via conformity assessment

KEY FUNCTIONS
  • ARTG registration
  • Conformity assessment
  • MDSAP participation
  • Adverse event reporting
  • Post-market surveillance

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