Entries by Charmaine Roson

Philippines’ FDA Issues Customs Clearance Guidance for Radiation Products

On June 3, 2022, the Philippines’ FDA issued Circular No.2017-013-A: amendment To FDA Circular No. 2017-013, titled, “Guidelines On The Issuance of Clearance for Customs Release (CFCR) of Radiation Devices by the Food And Drug Administration – Center For Device Regulation, Radiation Health, And Research (FDA-CDRRHR).” The amendment updates the guidance to align FDA Circular 2017-013 with DOH AO 2018-0002 and to help clarify the Clearance for Customs Release (CFCR) requirements for the industry and at the Bureau of Customs (BOC) for radiation products.

Philippines Announces New PEMDL Essential Medical Device List

Notification AO 2021-0038 was released on June 11th, 2021 with the goal of creating a standardized system for determining and maintaining a database of essential medical devices, hereby known as the Philippine Essential Medical Device List (PEMDL). Additionally, the Medical Devices and Supplies Price Reference Index (MDSPRI) will also be established to provide more price transparency when it comes to medical devices in the Philippines.