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Medical Device - Product Classification

Navigating FDA Classification: Defining Your Product's Regulatory Pathway with Confidence

Determining the FDA classification of your medical device or product is a crucial first step in defining its regulatory pathway to market. The classification not only dictates the type of regulatory submission required—such as a 510(k) premarket notification, Premarket Approval (PMA), or De Novo classification request—but also establishes the necessary testing, documentation, and review processes for obtaining FDA clearance or approval.

At RQMIS, our team of seasoned regulatory consultants provides comprehensive guidance throughout the classification process. We conduct in-depth regulatory assessments, analyze predicate devices, and help you determine the most efficient and compliant pathway for your product. If your device’s classification is uncertain or falls into a gray area, we assist in preparing and submitting a Request for Designation (RFD) to the FDA, ensuring a well-supported argument for your product’s appropriate classification.

By leveraging our expertise, you can navigate regulatory complexities with confidence, avoid unnecessary delays, and position your medical device for successful market entry.

Key Questions to Determine Your Product's FDA Classification:

Intended Use of the Product

  • What is the medical purpose of the product?
  • Is it designed for diagnosis, prevention, treatment, or monitoring of a condition or disease?

Indications for Use

  • What specific conditions or patient populations is the product intended for?

Mechanism of Action

  • How does the product achieve its intended use?
  • What is its Primary Mode of Action (PMOA)? Is it mechanical, chemical, or biological?

Risk Classification

  • What are the potential risks associated with product failure or misuse?

Market Comparison

  • Are there similar products currently available?
  • What classification has the FDA assigned to comparable products?

Software and Digital Components

  • Does the product incorporate software or digital elements?
  • Is it classified as Software as a Medical Device (SaMD) or part of a combination product?

How RQMIS Can Help:

  • Classification Analysis: Evaluate your product’s technology, intended use, and PMOA to determine the most appropriate regulatory classification.
  • Regulatory Strategy: Develop a roadmap tailored to your classification to streamline approval timelines.
  • Request for Designation (RFD): Prepare and submit RFDs to the FDA to clarify product classification and lead review center.
  • Pre-Submission Support: Assist with FDA pre-submission meetings to align on expectations before formal submission.

Our expertise ensures your product is accurately classified, minimizing delays and regulatory hurdles while paving a clear and efficient pathway to market approval. Let us guide you through the complex FDA classification process with clarity and confidence.

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