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Timelines & Costs

Class alone cannot determine timing or cost; evidence gaps, testing and KGMP are material variables.

A reliable estimate follows product classification and evidence review. Planning should cover not only authority review time but also translation, manufacturer responses, laboratory scheduling and possible supplementary questions.

What changes a schedule or estimate

A fixed duration or cost cannot be confirmed before product-specific review.
Review variableSchedule and estimate considerations
Product variablesClass, category and technical-document review scope.
Evidence variablesSuitability of existing tests and the translation or remediation scope.
Operational variablesKGMP, manufacturer response time and local-applicant readiness.

Separate the cost components

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
Consulting and documentationClarify evidence review, translation, manufacturer questions and submission support.
Tests, assessments and feesCheck whether third-party testing, assessment and official fees are included.
Changes and extra workAgree how scope changes and additional review work affect the estimate.

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

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