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MFDS vs Medsafe: Medical Device Regulatory Comparison

Compare the medical device registration pathways, classification, and regulatory requirements of MFDS (South Korea) vs Medsafe (New Zealand).

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

CLASSES

Class I, II, III, IV

PATHWAY

MFDS registration

KEY FUNCTIONS
  • KGMP compliance
  • Technical documentation review
  • MDSAP participation
  • Clinical trial approval
  • Device registration

Medsafe

Medsafe — New Zealand Medical Device Regulatory Authority

New Zealand

Medsafe is the national regulatory authority responsible for medical device oversight in New Zealand. It manages device registration, market surveillance, and adverse event reporting within the Asia-P

CLASSES

Class I, IIa, IIb, III

PATHWAY

Medsafe registration

KEY FUNCTIONS
  • Device registration
  • Market surveillance
  • Adverse event reporting
  • Import/export control

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