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NMPA vs CDSCO: Medical Device Regulatory Comparison

Compare the medical device registration pathways, classification, and regulatory requirements of NMPA (China) vs CDSCO (India).

NMPA

National Medical Products Administration (China)

China

China's NMPA regulates medical devices through CMDE (Center for Medical Device Evaluation) technical reviews. China uses a three-class risk-based system. Foreign manufacturers must appoint a Marketing

CLASSES

Class I, II, III

PATHWAY

NMPA Registration (CMDE review)

KEY FUNCTIONS
  • CMDE technical review
  • MAH (Marketing Authorization Holder) system
  • In-country testing requirements
  • Clinical trial oversight
  • NMPA registration certificates

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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