Ministerial Ordinance on Good Clinical Practice for Medical Devices
Defines GCP requirements for clinical studies and trials of medical devices. English translation provided for international reference.
Manufacturers and sponsors placing medical devices on the Japan market should review their current compliance documentation against this change. Assess whether your device class, labelling, registration status, or technical documentation is affected. Where gaps are identified, update your files and notify your local representative or importer. Refer to the official source below for the full regulatory text and any transitional arrangements.
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