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Documentation Requirements

Prepare product descriptions, safety and performance evidence, and manufacturing-site quality records as connected evidence sets.

Volume is less important than consistency. Model names, intended use, configuration, test conditions and manufacturing-site information should describe the same product throughout the application.

Evidence-readiness checklist

For initial assessment, not a complete statutory submission list or a universal list of mandatory documents.

Product information to review first

Product information to review first
EvidenceReview points
Product and modelsList the product, model differences and included components.
Intended use and mechanismExplain who uses the device, its purpose and how it works.
Construction, materials and instructionsGather product descriptions, materials information and instructions for use.

Evidence requiring an applicability review

Evidence requiring an applicability review
EvidenceReview points
Safety and performanceCompare applicable standards with reports and relate tested models to the proposed application.
Clinical evidenceReview product characteristics and differences from existing devices before determining clinical-evidence requirements.
Manufacturing and qualityIdentify sites and product groups, then separately review applicable quality-assessment scope and available records.

Reference: MFDS technical documents and approval process

Check consistency between documents

A practical review aid, not a complete statement of statutory duties, required submissions or contractual responsibilities. Confirm product-specific rules and agreements.
AreaPoints to confirm
Product identityCompare product/model names, manufacturer and site across documents.
Intended use and performanceCompare labeling claims with the scope, methods and results of test evidence.
Versions and historyCheck dates, revisions and changes to identify the current document set.

Frequently Asked Questions

What should we prepare for an initial discussion?

Product information, intended use, manufacturing details, approvals and available testing evidence.

When can timing be estimated?

After likely classification and material evidence gaps have been reviewed.

Reference basis

MFDS medical-device regulations · MFDS medical-device approval process · Content baseline · Check current requirements for the specific product

NEXT GUIDETesting & KGMP RequirementsCompare existing international test evidence with Korean requirements before commissioning additional work.View next step
CONSULTATION

Clarify the Korean regulatory pathway for your product.

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