{"id":17147,"date":"2026-07-24T12:26:15","date_gmt":"2026-07-24T06:56:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/operonstrategist.com\/?p=17147"},"modified":"2026-07-25T13:32:15","modified_gmt":"2026-07-25T08:02:15","slug":"register-a-medical-device-in-saudi-arabia","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/operonstrategist.com\/sa-en\/register-a-medical-device-in-saudi-arabia\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Register a Medical Device in Saudi Arabia"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"17147\" class=\"elementor elementor-17147\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-39104896 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"39104896\" 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-1e06527d elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"1e06527d\" 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\">How to Register a Medical Device in Saudi Arabia<\/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-71564a11 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"71564a11\" 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-bd1daba e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"bd1daba\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3796c8be elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"3796c8be\" 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;\">Saudi Arabia, the largest and most populous country in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), has a population exceeding 37 million and a GDP of over $1.1 trillion. The demand for healthcare services and medical devices is rising, driven by several key factors:\u00a0<\/span><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A growing and aging population\u00a0<\/span><\/li><\/ul><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Increasing public awareness of health and wellness\u00a0<\/span><\/li><\/ul><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Government initiatives to enhance healthcare quality and accessibility<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As a result, Saudi Arabia\u2019s medical device market is experiencing significant growth, projected to expand from $2.0 billion in 2022 to $3.3 billion by 2032, at a CAGR of 5.9%.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, manufacturers must navigate the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/operonstrategist.com\/sa-en\/elevateplus\/sfda-saudi-arabia-registration\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA)<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> approval process before entering this lucrative market. Let\u2019s explore how you can get your medical device registered and start selling in Saudi Arabia.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This guide provides a step-by-step process for registering a medical device in Saudi Arabia. It highlights the role of Operon Strategist, a trusted regulatory consulting firm, in facilitating compliance.<\/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-fbf3116 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"fbf3116\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-50a48237 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"50a48237\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-61f58d1f elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"61f58d1f\" 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\">Register a Medical Device in Saudi Arabia<\/h4>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-78fa4f65 elementor-widget elementor-widget-wpforms\" data-id=\"78fa4f65\" 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=\"\/sa-en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/17147\" data-token=\"1b42533a17504d16921b0f7de9063425\" data-token-time=\"1785047391\"><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-type=\"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\" >Text Name 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-type=\"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-type=\"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-type=\"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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The SFDA has also implemented its own classification system for medical devices. Unlike many other markets, prior approval in the country of origin is not a prerequisite for registration in Saudi Arabia. Additionally, reference country approval is not mandatory for Medical Device Marketing Authorization (MDMA) registration. However, any existing approvals from other markets may be requested as supporting documentation during the registration process. <\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-01d1bab elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"01d1bab\" 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\">Regulatory Framework for Medical Device Registration in Saudi Arabia<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-562fe98 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"562fe98\" 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>The SFDA regulates medical devices through the Medical Devices Interim Regulation, which aligns with international standards such as those from the International Medical Device Regulators Forum (IMDRF) and Global Harmonization Task Force (GHTF). Registration is mandatory for all medical devices before they can be marketed in Saudi Arabia.\u00a0<\/p><p>Step-by-Step Process to Register a Medical Device in Saudi Arabia\u00a0<\/p><h4>1.Determine Device Classification<\/h4><ul><li>Medical devices are classified based on risk, following the IMDRF classification system:\u00a0<\/li><li>Class A (Low risk)\u00a0<\/li><li>Class B (Low to moderate risk)\u00a0<\/li><li>Class C (Moderate to high risk)\u00a0<\/li><li>Class D (High risk)\u00a0<\/li><li>The classification determines the level of scrutiny required during the registration process.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><h4>2. In Vitro Diagnostic (IVD) Device Classification:<\/h4><ul><li>IVD medical devices are classified based on their intended use and associated risk:\u00a0<\/li><li>Class A \u2013 Low individual and public health risk (e.g., general laboratory equipment)\u00a0<\/li><li>Class B \u2013 Moderate individual risk and low public health risk (e.g., pregnancy tests)\u00a0<\/li><li>Class C \u2013 High individual risk and\/or moderate public health risk (e.g., blood glucose monitoring systems)\u00a0<\/li><li>Class D \u2013 High individual and public health risk (e.g., HIV or hepatitis diagnostic tests)<\/li><\/ul><h4>3. Appoint a Local Authorized Representative (AR)<\/h4><p>International manufacturers must appoint a Saudi-based Authorized Representative (AR) to liaise with SFDA. The AR is responsible for submitting applications, handling communications, and ensuring compliance with local regulations.\u00a0<\/p><h4>4.Obtain a Medical Device Marketing Authorization (MDMA)<\/h4><ul><li>MDMA is a crucial approval issued by SFDA, which ensures the device meets safety and performance requirements. The process includes:\u00a0<\/li><li>Submitting a Technical File with details on design, risk management, and quality assurance\u00a0<\/li><li>Providing evidence of compliance with international standards (ISO 13485, CE marking, FDA approval, etc.)\u00a0<\/li><li>Demonstrating clinical data and safety information for high-risk devices\u00a0<\/li><li>Register with the GHAD System<\/li><\/ul><p>The SFDA uses an online portal called GHAD for medical device registration. The manufacturer or AR must create an account and submit the required documentation electronically.\u00a0<\/p><h4>5. <a href=\"https:\/\/operonstrategist.com\/sa-en\/elevateplus\/quality-management-system-qms\/\">Quality Management System Compliance<\/a><\/h4><p>Manufacturers must comply with <a href=\"https:\/\/operonstrategist.com\/sa-en\/elevateplus\/quality-management-system-qms\/\">ISO 13485:2016<\/a>, an international standard for quality management systems specific to medical devices. SFDA may conduct audits to ensure compliance.\u00a0<\/p><h4>6. Labeling and Post-Market Surveillance (PMS)<\/h4><p>All medical devices must have labeling in Arabic and English, including essential safety and usage information. Post-market surveillance, including reporting adverse events and recalls, is mandatory. HAD<\/p>\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-731377d2 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"731377d2\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a288d22 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"a288d22\" 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\">Role of Operon Strategist in Medical Device Registration<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2411883 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"2411883\" 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;\">Navigating SFDA regulations can be complex, and non-compliance can lead to delays or rejections. Operon Strategist, a leading regulatory consulting firm, plays a critical role in ensuring a smooth registration process. Their expertise includes:\u00a0<\/span><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Device Classification Assistance: Ensuring correct classification to avoid regulatory hurdles.\u00a0<\/span><\/li><\/ul><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Technical File Preparation: Assisting in compiling comprehensive documentation for SFDA submission.\u00a0<\/span><\/li><\/ul><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Local Representation Support: Connecting manufacturers with reliable Authorized Representatives.\u00a0<\/span><\/li><\/ul><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ghad System Registration: Streamlining the online application process.\u00a0<\/span><\/li><\/ul><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Quality Compliance Consultation: Ensuring adherence to ISO 13485 and other regulatory standards.\u00a0<\/span><\/li><\/ul><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Post-Market Compliance Management: Helping with surveillance, recalls, and reporting requirements.\u00a0<\/span><\/li><\/ul><h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our Key Services:<\/span><\/h4><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">SFDA Registration Assistance \u2013 Helping manufacturers navigate SFDA product registration.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">SFDA Authorized Representative Service Assistance \u2013 Providing AR services for seamless regulatory compliance.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/operonstrategist.com\/sa-en\/elevateplus\/quality-management-system-qms\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Quality Management System (QMS) Compliance<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 Ensuring adherence to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/operonstrategist.com\/sa-en\/elevateplus\/quality-management-system-qms\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ISO 13485<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and SFDA standards.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Technical File Preparation \u2013 Assisting in compiling SFDA-compliant technical documentation.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Turnkey Medical Device Project Solutions<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 From facility setup to regulatory approvals.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Regulatory Training &amp; Support \u2013 Educating manufacturers on evolving compliance requirements.<\/span><\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4aa05ef7 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"4aa05ef7\" 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-6b7aa58e elementor-widget elementor-widget-n-accordion\" data-id=\"6b7aa58e\" 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. Open links with Enter or Space, close with Escape, and navigate with Arrow Keys\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-1800\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"1\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-1800\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> How do I register a medical device in Saudi Arabia? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1800\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3100b229 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"3100b229\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-343d3c07 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"343d3c07\" 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 data-start=\"1900\" data-end=\"2280\">To register a medical device in Saudi Arabia, manufacturers must determine the device classification, appoint an authorized representative (if required), prepare the necessary technical documentation, implement an ISO 13485-compliant quality management system, and submit the registration application to the Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA) for review and approval.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-1801\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"2\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-1801\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> What documents are required for SFDA medical device registration? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1801\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-73d50d4b e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"73d50d4b\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6e5133c8 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"6e5133c8\" 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>The required documents typically include technical documentation, device specifications, ISO 13485 certification, risk management documentation, labeling, instructions for use, clinical or performance evidence where applicable, manufacturing information, and other records based on the device classification and applicable SFDA requirements.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-1802\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"3\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-1802\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> Is ISO 13485 mandatory for SFDA medical device registration? 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