UK – Impact of extension of Medical Device Regulations transitional period and the validity of certificates in the EU

The European Parliament has voted to adopt an extension of the transition period for the EU Medical Device Regulations and to extend the validity of certain device certificates

The EU is introducing more time to certify certain medical devices under EU Medical Device Regulation (“EU MDR”). The proposal recognises the challenges in capacity across notified bodies.

Key changes include:

  • Extend the transitional period for higher-risk devices (class III and certain class IIb implantables) such as pacemakers to comply with EU MDR requirements until 31 December 2027, subject to certain conditions (including requirements for market surveillance, quality management systems, and engagement with notified bodies).
  • Extend the transitional period for medium and lower-risk devices (other class IIb devices, class IIa, class Im, Is and Ir devices) such as syringes to comply with EU MDR requirements until 31 December 2028, subject to certain conditions (including requirements for market surveillance, quality management systems, and engagement with notified bodies)…