A list of recently updated articles regarding medical device regulatory updates from the TFDA and other governing bodies in Thailand.

THAILAND SUSPENDS PLAN TO REGULATE HAND SANITIZER AS MEDICAL DEVICE

In the wake of the COVID-19 outbreak, the Thai FDA announced on March 5, 2020 that they will cancel their plans to begin regulating alcohol gel sanitizers as medical devices.

THAI FDA ALLOWS SALES OF AT-HOME HIV TEST KITS

The Thai government has voiced their commitment to ending the epidemic by supporting preventative awareness, access to cost-effective tests and treatment resources through public investment and/or private partnerships.

CLIENT SUCCESS: ICECURE MEDICAL GROWS SALES IN ASIAN MARKETS

Asia Actual assists IceCure in achieving goals for continued expansion in Asia

Medical Device Shipments During the COVID-19 Pandemic

COVID-19 impacts medical device shipment logistics. Manufacturers will need to adapt their supply chain in order to meet demands and lower costs.

HONG KONG ADVANCES TOWARDS MANDATORY MEDICAL DEVICE REGISTRATION

Hong Kong’s Department of Health officially changed the name of the Medical Device Control Office (MDCO) to the Medical Device Division (MDD) at the end of 2019.

ASIA ACTUAL INTERVIEW: THE FUTURE OF MEDTECH IN ASEAN

Learn about the significant opportunities and challenges medical device companies can expect when accessing this dynamic and thriving market.

4 Product Development Decisions that Impact Sales Performance in Asia

US medical device manufacturers typically launch new products in Asia only after establishing success in the US and Europe. However, decisions made in the product development process have significant impact on regulatory costs, time to market and ultimately sales results in Asia. Address these four points to ensure fastest time-to-revenue in Asian markets.

THAILAND NOTIFIES ALCOHOL-BASED STERILIZATION PRODUCTS

The Thai FDA increased the regulatory status of alcohol-based sterilization devices from General to Class 2 Notified.