{"id":6717,"date":"2026-06-05T15:02:06","date_gmt":"2026-06-05T09:32:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/operonstrategist.com\/?p=6717"},"modified":"2026-06-05T15:27:53","modified_gmt":"2026-06-05T09:57:53","slug":"top-10-common-mistakes-in-medical-device-regulatory-submissions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/operonstrategist.com\/gb-en\/top-10-common-mistakes-in-medical-device-regulatory-submissions\/","title":{"rendered":"Top 10 Medical Device Regulatory Mistakes"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"6717\" class=\"elementor elementor-6717\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3b629327 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"3b629327\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e353bd8 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"e353bd8\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h1 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Top 10 Medical Device Regulatory Mistakes<\/h1>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5e3dd03d e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"5e3dd03d\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-49f3a0cd e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"49f3a0cd\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1b81714d elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"1b81714d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Medical Device Regulatory Submissions: 10 Mistakes That Can Delay Your Approval<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-35f04736 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"35f04736\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the competitive world of medical technology, regulatory submissions can make or break a product\u2019s time-to-market. Despite the high stakes, companies often overlook critical details that lead to delays, rejections, or worse \u2014 market access denials. If you\u2019re a manufacturer, quality manager, or regulatory affairs professional, avoiding these mistakes isn\u2019t just important \u2014 it\u2019s essential.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Understanding the common pitfalls in medical device regulatory submissions helps streamline your path to global compliance and commercial success.Here are the top 10 common mistakes, why they matter, and how to avoid them.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-43c404a9 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"43c404a9\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4f0528d9 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"4f0528d9\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-60538ef3 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"60538ef3\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h4 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Talk to our experts\n<\/h4>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7d2703b elementor-widget elementor-widget-wpforms\" data-id=\"7d2703b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"wpforms.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wpforms-container wpforms-container-full wpforms-render-modern\" id=\"wpforms-6203\"><form id=\"wpforms-form-6203\" class=\"wpforms-validate wpforms-form wpforms-ajax-form\" data-formid=\"6203\" method=\"post\" enctype=\"multipart\/form-data\" action=\"\/gb-en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6717\" data-token=\"a9cf6cd8d4000495d77213cf2045c3d0\" data-token-time=\"1780672278\"><noscript class=\"wpforms-error-noscript\">Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.<\/noscript><div id=\"wpforms-error-noscript\" style=\"display: none;\">Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.<\/div><div class=\"wpforms-field-container\"><div id=\"wpforms-6203-field_1-container\" class=\"wpforms-field wpforms-field-name\" data-field-id=\"1\"><label class=\"wpforms-field-label wpforms-label-hide\" for=\"wpforms-6203-field_1\" aria-hidden=\"false\">Name <span class=\"wpforms-required-label\" aria-hidden=\"true\">*<\/span><\/label><input type=\"text\" id=\"wpforms-6203-field_1\" class=\"wpforms-field-large wpforms-field-required\" name=\"wpforms[fields][1]\" placeholder=\"Name*\" aria-errormessage=\"wpforms-6203-field_1-error\" required><\/div>\t\t<div id=\"wpforms-6203-field_5-container\"\n\t\t\tclass=\"wpforms-field wpforms-field-text\"\n\t\t\tdata-field-type=\"text\"\n\t\t\tdata-field-id=\"5\"\n\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t<label class=\"wpforms-field-label\" for=\"wpforms-6203-field_5\" >Name Paragraph Email<\/label>\n\t\t\t<input type=\"text\" id=\"wpforms-6203-field_5\" class=\"wpforms-field-medium\" name=\"wpforms[fields][5]\" >\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div id=\"wpforms-6203-field_2-container\" class=\"wpforms-field wpforms-field-email\" data-field-id=\"2\"><label class=\"wpforms-field-label wpforms-label-hide\" for=\"wpforms-6203-field_2\" aria-hidden=\"false\">Email <span class=\"wpforms-required-label\" aria-hidden=\"true\">*<\/span><\/label><input type=\"email\" id=\"wpforms-6203-field_2\" class=\"wpforms-field-large wpforms-field-required\" name=\"wpforms[fields][2]\" placeholder=\"Email*\" spellcheck=\"false\" aria-errormessage=\"wpforms-6203-field_2-error\" required><\/div><div id=\"wpforms-6203-field_3-container\" class=\"wpforms-field wpforms-field-phone\" data-field-id=\"3\"><label class=\"wpforms-field-label wpforms-label-hide\" for=\"wpforms-6203-field_3\" aria-hidden=\"false\">Phone <span class=\"wpforms-required-label\" aria-hidden=\"true\">*<\/span><\/label><input type=\"tel\" id=\"wpforms-6203-field_3\" class=\"wpforms-field-large wpforms-field-required wpforms-smart-phone-field\" data-rule-smart-phone-field=\"true\" name=\"wpforms[fields][3]\" placeholder=\"Phone*\" aria-label=\"Phone\" aria-errormessage=\"wpforms-6203-field_3-error\" required><\/div><div id=\"wpforms-6203-field_4-container\" class=\"wpforms-field wpforms-field-textarea\" data-field-id=\"4\"><label class=\"wpforms-field-label wpforms-label-hide\" for=\"wpforms-6203-field_4\" aria-hidden=\"false\">Paragraph Text <span class=\"wpforms-required-label\" aria-hidden=\"true\">*<\/span><\/label><textarea id=\"wpforms-6203-field_4\" class=\"wpforms-field-medium wpforms-field-required\" name=\"wpforms[fields][4]\" placeholder=\"Message\" aria-errormessage=\"wpforms-6203-field_4-error\" required><\/textarea><\/div><script>\n\t\t\t\t( function() {\n\t\t\t\t\tconst style = document.createElement( 'style' );\n\t\t\t\t\tstyle.appendChild( document.createTextNode( '#wpforms-6203-field_5-container { position: absolute !important; 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Insufficient Understanding of Regulatory Requirements<\/span><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Why is it a mistake?<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Assuming regulatory requirements are the same across regions can result in incomplete or non-compliant submissions. Each authority \u2014 whether it\u2019s the<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/operonstrategist.com\/elevateplus\/us-fda-510k-qsmr-registration\/\">FDA<\/a>,<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/operonstrategist.com\/elevateplus\/ce-marking-eu-mdr-ivdr\/\">EU MDR<\/a>,<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or TGA \u2014 has distinct rules, timelines, and documentation standards.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to avoid it:<\/span><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Perform a region-specific regulatory gap analysis before submission.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stay current on evolving regulations through official guidance and industry updates.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Engage a local regulatory consultant who understands the nuances of each market.<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p>\u00a0<\/p><h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2. Incomplete or Disorganized Technical Documentation<\/span><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Why is it a mistake?<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Regulatory reviewers rely on clear, traceable documentation to assess your device\u2019s safety and performance. Missing or disorganized files lead to immediate questions or outright rejection.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to avoid it:<\/span><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Structure your documentation using the appropriate format (e.g., STED for GHTF, GSPR under EU MDR).<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ensure traceability from design inputs to risk management and validation.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use a document control system to manage versions and approvals.<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p>\u00a0<\/p><h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3. Neglecting Risk Management Integration<\/span><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Why is it a mistake?<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Risk management is not a one-time report \u2014 it\u2019s a lifecycle process. Regulators expect to see how risks are identified, mitigated, and monitored throughout the product\u2019s life.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to avoid it:<\/span><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Implement ISO 14971-based risk management processes from design to post-market.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Regularly update the risk file with <a href=\"https:\/\/operonstrategist.com\/what-should-trigger-a-capa\/\">CAPA<\/a> data, complaints, and PMS findings.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Include risk assessments in design and process validations.<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p>\u00a0<\/p><h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4. Overlooking Labeling and UDI Compliance<\/span><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Why is it a mistake?<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Non-compliant labeling or missing UDI data often results in product holds at customs or immediate submission rejection. Each region has specific language, content, and coding requirements.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to avoid it:<\/span><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Follow UDI systems like FDA\u2019s GUDID or EU\u2019s EUDAMED.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Validate label templates for accuracy, class-specific requirements, and regional languages.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cross-check labels with IFU and packaging during internal audits.<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p>\u00a0<\/p><h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5. Inadequate Clinical Evaluation or Evidence<\/span><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Why is it a mistake?<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Clinical evaluation is a cornerstone of regulatory review, especially under EU MDR. Weak or outdated data will fail to demonstrate safety and effectiveness.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to avoid it:<\/span><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Conduct a Clinical Evaluation Report (CER) aligned with MEDDEV 2.7\/1 Rev. 4 or MDR Annex XIV.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Supplement with literature reviews, real-world data, and Post-Market Clinical Follow-up (PMCF) where required.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Involve a qualified clinical expert early in your development cycle.<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p>\u00a0<\/p><h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6. Failure to Establish or Maintain a QMS<\/span><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Why is it a mistake?<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Without an<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/operonstrategist.com\/elevateplus\/quality-management-system-qms\/\"> ISO 13485-compliant QMS<\/a>,<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> many regulators won\u2019t even begin reviewing your submission. It also raises red flags about the overall quality of your product.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to avoid it:<\/span><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Build a QMS that meets ISO 13485 and applicable local regulations (e.g., <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/operonstrategist.com\/navigating-21-cfr-part-820-compliance-and-requirements-for-medical-device-manufacturers\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">FDA 21 CFR Part 820<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Document procedures for design controls, audits, CAPA, and supplier management.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use certification (like MDSAP) to gain access to multiple markets with one audit.<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p>\u00a0<\/p><h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7. Incorrect Device Classification<\/span><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Why is it a mistake?<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wrong classification leads to incorrect submission routes, testing requirements, or clinical demands \u2014 wasting time and budget.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to avoid it:<\/span><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Carefully assess device class using regulatory tools (FDA product codes, EU MDR classification rules).<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When uncertain, seek formal classification advice or pre-submission feedback.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don\u2019t guess \u2014 classification determines your regulatory path.<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p>\u00a0<\/p><h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8. Neglecting Regulatory Strategy in Product Design<\/span><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Why is it a mistake?<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Waiting until the product is developed to think about regulations causes redesigns and costly delays.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to avoid it:<\/span><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Involve Regulatory Affairs professionals during design planning.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use design reviews to align product features with regulatory expectations<\/span><\/li><\/ul><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Build regulatory checkpoints into your product development process.<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p>\u00a0<\/p><h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9. Weak Post-Market Surveillance (PMS) Plans<\/span><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Why is it a mistake?<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Regulators increasingly expect a proactive <a href=\"https:\/\/operonstrategist.com\/mastering-psur-compliance-for-medical-devices\/\">PMS<\/a> system. A weak or absent plan signals poor lifecycle management and raises safety concerns.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to avoid it:<\/span><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Develop and submit a PMS plan and PMCF (if applicable).<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Collect and analyze real-world data post-launch.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Incorporate feedback into ongoing risk and performance assessments<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p>\u00a0<\/p><h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10. Poor Communication with Regulatory Authorities<\/span><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Why is it a mistake?<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Miscommunication or a lack of transparency with regulators can lead to misunderstandings, delays, or even a negative relationship that affects one\u2019s reputation.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to avoid it:<\/span><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Engage in pre-submission meetings (e.g., FDA Q-sub) to clarify expectations<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Be concise, respectful, and thorough in all correspondence.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\">Document all interactions and respond promptly to requests.<\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-faa76ab elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"faa76ab\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Partner with Experts in Medical Device Regulatory Submissions<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ec4664d elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"ec4664d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether you\u2019re entering new markets or launching your first device, Operon Strategist delivers over a decade of proven expertise in navigating complex medical device regulatory pathways. Our team of seasoned consultants has successfully supported global manufacturers through <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/operonstrategist.com\/services\/regulatory-approvals\/fda-510k\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">FDA submissions,<\/span><\/a> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/operonstrategist.com\/elevateplus\/ce-marking-eu-mdr-ivdr\/\">CE Marking<\/a>,<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ISO compliance,<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and international approvals \u2014 minimizing risk and maximizing speed to market.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From accurate device classification and technical documentation to clinical evaluation, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/operonstrategist.com\/elevateplus\/quality-management-system-qms\/\">QMS implementation<\/a>,<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and post-market planning, we provide end-to-end solutions tailored to your product and region.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ae90432 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"ae90432\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><strong>Make Your Next Submission Your Best One.<\/strong><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-41d387c elementor-align-center elementor-widget elementor-widget-button\" data-id=\"41d387c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"button.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-button elementor-button-link elementor-size-sm\" href=\"https:\/\/operonstrategist.com\/contact-us\/\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-content-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-text\">Contact Us<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2b8ce959 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"2b8ce959\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-587ddcd5 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"587ddcd5\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">FAQ<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3cc0754b elementor-widget elementor-widget-n-accordion\" data-id=\"3cc0754b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;default_state&quot;:&quot;all_collapsed&quot;,&quot;max_items_expended&quot;:&quot;one&quot;,&quot;n_accordion_animation_duration&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;ms&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:400,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]}}\" data-widget_type=\"nested-accordion.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-n-accordion\" aria-label=\"Accordion. 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