MDCG Guidelines On Master UDI-DI Implementation Timelines For Contact Lenses And Spectacles

INTRODUCTION The Unique Device Identification (UDI) system under the EU Medical Device Regulation (MDR) aims to revolutionize how medical devices are tracked, enhancing patient safety and device traceability. For manufacturers of highly individualized devices like contact lenses, spectacle frames, spectacle lenses, and ready-to-wear reading spectacles, the Master UDI-DI system has been introduced to improve the […]

MDA 2027: NEW ENFORCEMENT TIMELINE FOR MEDICAL DEVICE IMPORT PERMITS IN MALAYSIA

The Medical Device Authority (MDA) has officially postponed the mandatory enforcement of the Medical Device Import Permit to July 1, 2027. This update provides manufacturers and importers with an extended transition period to adapt to the new ePermit system. MDA, 31 DECEMBER 2025 – In a significant regulatory update, the Medical Device Authority (MDA) of […]

FDA FINDS INSUFFICIENT DATA TO DETERMINE SAFETY OF PFAS

December 29, 2025 The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has released a congressionally mandated report evaluating the safety of perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in cosmetic products. Released under the Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act of 2022 (MOCRA), the report concludes that toxicological data for the majority of the most frequently used PFAS are […]

UNDERSTANDING FSSAI REGULATIONS FOR NUTRIENT REQUIREMENTS AND RDA LIMITS IN INDIA

INTRODUCTION In the rapidly evolving landscape of the Indian food industry, the Nutraceutical sector is witnessing unprecedented growth. As consumers increasingly prioritize health and immunity, the demand for Health Supplements, Nutraceuticals, and Functional Foods has skyrocketed. However, for Food Business Operators (FBOs) and startups, the journey from “Concept to Shelf” is paved with complex regulatory […]