Medical Device Regulatory Requirements in China

Regulatory Authority National Medical Products Administration
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Device Classification I, II, III
Medical Device Regulations NMPA (CFDA) Regulation | Click Here
IVD Classification I,II,III
Device Classification Guidelines CFDA New Medical Device Classification Catalogue | Click Here
Registration Process Electronic regulated product submission (eRPS) | Click Here
Registration Timeline The timeframe of China NMPA medical device registration can vary from 12 to 22 months. The time length is dependent on the product, such as the classification, required testing, etc
Technical Documentation Format

Section IV Product Registration

(I) Product risk analysis data;

(II) Product technical requirements;

(III) Test report of the product;

(IV) Clinical evaluation materials;

(V) Product IFU and label sample;

(VI) Documents of quality management system related to product development and manufacturing;

(VII) Other materials necessary for demonstrating the safety and effectiveness of products.

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Requirement of Authorized Representative Yes
Language Requirement Labels must be in Chinese Language
Labeling Requirements

The applicant or filing entity shall prepare the instructions for use (IFU) and labels for medical device to be registered or filed.

The IFU and labels of product shall conform to the requirements specified in Article 39 of the Regulations on Supervision and Administration of Medical Devices and relevant provisions.

Clinical Trials Information

Section II   Clinical Evaluation

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Database Electronic regulated product submission (eRPS) | Click Here
Additional Information

The NMPA approval for medical devices is valid for 5 years

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The above information is last updated on 07/Oct/2025

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