Registration Procedure for Class A NS/NM Devices

The Class A Non-Sterile and Non-Measuring Medical Devices Rules, 2022 aims to simplify registration. The rules propose to alleviate the regulatory burden on the industry by allowing manufacturers and importers of these devices to perform selfcertification and self-attestation. The goal is to make bringing these medical devices to market easier.

Despite being low-risk, Class A NS/NM devices must still be registered with the CDSCO authorities. The registration process helps to ensure that the devices are properly labeled, packaged, and marketed in a way that is safe and compliant with the regulations.

1. The manufacturers and importers must register their medical devices through an online portal established for the purpose of registering Class A NS/NM devices.

2. The manufacturer/importer must upload the following information for registration: name and address of the manufacturing site, details of medical device and other required information.

3. After the information is uploaded, a registration number will be generated.

4. The manufacturer/importer must maintain records of manufacturing/import and sales/distribution and produce them upon request from Licensing Authorities.

5. The State/Central Licensing Authority may cancel or suspend the registration number if the registrant fails to comply with any of the above compliances.

Documentation/Compliance required for class A non-measuring non-sterile medical devices registration in India

1. Confirmation of Class A Medical Device Status: The proposed devices are categorized as Class A Medical Devices and are non-sterile and non-measuring.

2. Essential Principles Compliance: The Importer/Manufacturer must certify that the product conforms to the essential principles checklist for safety and performance.

3. MDR 2017 Compliance: The Importer/Manufacturer must also self-certify that the product conforms to MDR 2017.

4. Authenticity Guarantee: The Importer/Manufacturer must sign an undertaking to affirm that the information provided is accurate and authentic.

5. Registration Number: Upon submitting the required information online, a registration number will be provided to the Importer/manufacturer.

6. Manufacturing Site Documentation: The importer must additionally present a selfattested copy of the registration of the manufacturing site, establishment, or plant abroad, or a Free Sale Certificate issued by the National Regulatory Authority in the country of origin.

7. Responsibility: The Importer/Manufacturer must take full responsibility for the authenticity of the information provided and for ensuring compliance with all

Class A Non-Sterile and Non-Measuring Medical Devices (NS/NM), though having a low-risk class, these devices play an important role in a variety of medical procedures. It is important that importers/manufacturers follow the proper registration process ensuring that their devices are properly registered and compliant with the regulations. The simplified registration process for Class A Non-Sterile /NonMeasuring Devices is indeed a welcome move by the regulatory authorities for the medical devices industry.