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TGA vs MFDS: Medical Device Regulatory Comparison

Compare the medical device registration pathways, classification, and regulatory requirements of TGA (Australia) vs MFDS (South Korea).

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

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

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