Taiwan Medical Device Registration

Unlock the Taiwanese market with expert regulatory guidance, quality system oversight, and an independent Taiwan agent, with Cisema.

We help foreign manufacturers of Taiwan medical devices and IVDs in Taiwan successfully register their products with the Taiwan Food and Drug Administration (TFDA), meet all documentation and quality system documentation requirements, and maintain compliance across the device lifecycle. As your Taiwan Registration Holder (TRH), we manage your Taiwan medical device registration process from initial classification strategy through post-market surveillance.

With a presence in Taipei and a deep understanding of Taiwan’s Medical Devices Act, Cisema acts as your trusted in country regulatory representative. We provide complete support for device classification, technical reviews, quality system documentation QSD, and registration submission for Class I, Class II, and III devices.

Whether registering a new product, seeking amendments to your medical device permit license, or managing post-market obligations, Cisema gives you clarity, speed, and control.

From risk assessment and QMS alignment to TFDA application support and labeling compliance, we simplify your path to market. We also assist with documentation aligned to the Good Manufacturing Practice requirements and ISO 13485, ensuring conformity with Taiwan medical device expectations.

Taiwan Medical Device Registration
Medical Device Registration in Taiwan

IVD & Medical Device Registration in Taiwan Services

Cisema’s team manages your full medical device registration in Taiwan, aligning with the Taiwan Food and Drug Administration authority’s requirements and supporting a seamless market entry.

Regulatory Strategy & Classification

Classify your Taiwan medical device or IVD under Taiwan’s risk-based framework (Class I, Class II, or Class III)
Determine whether fast-track or pre market approval based on reference countries is applicable
Define the most effective regulatory pathway according to your primary intended actions

Quality System Documentation (QSD) Registration

Before submitting your product registration application to TFDA, most manufacturers must obtain a Quality System Documentation (QSD) certificate. This mandatory step verifies your compliance with ISO 13485 or an equivalent quality management system. We guide you in preparing and submitting your full QSD application and managing all interactions with TFDA until your certificate is issued.

QSD is required for all Class II and III devices, and many Class I products
Some Class I non-sterile, non-measuring devices may be exempt
QSD approval is performed as a remote, paper-based review by the Taiwan Food and Drug authority
Documentation includes ISO 13485 certificate, SOPs, quality manual and facility details
QSD and product registration can be submitted in parallel, but TFDA will issue the medical device permit license only after QSD approval
Typical QSD review time is around 6 months and the certificate is valid for 3 years.

Registration Application & TFDA Submission

Submit through the TFDA e-Portal and manage all administrative and technical reviews
Act as your regulatory contact for communication with the TFDA
Localize Instructions for Use (IFU), packaging, and labeling to meet Taiwan Food and Drug Administration standards
Coordinate submission fees and respond to authority feedback throughout the pre market approval process.

Post-Approval Services

Handle renewals, reclassification, and amendments to the medical device permit license
Manage adverse event reporting, serious adverse event follow-up, and Field Safety Corrective Actions (FSCA) coordination.

Taiwan Agent & Taiwan Registration Holder Services

Foreign manufacturers must appoint a Taiwan agent or in country regulatory representative as the legal license holder to register with the Taiwan Food and Drug Administration. Cisema acts as your compliant TRH, fulfilling all regulatory duties transparently.

What we do:

Serve as your legal license holder for all Taiwan medical device, IVD and combined product registrations
Submit and maintain your product license with TFDA
Issue Letters of Authorization to your preferred importers and distributors
Enable flexibility in changing distributors without re-registration
Monitor post-market updates and ensure compliance with the Medical Devices Act
Manage direct prevention actions like FSCA and recalls
Maintain your quality system, and support audits and inspections tied to ISO 13485

Medical Device Post-Market Surveillance & Vigilance Services

Cisema supports Taiwan Registration Holders with medical device post-market surveillance, safety reporting, corrective actions, and ongoing regulatory compliance.

Safety Surveillance & Reporting

Support serious adverse event reporting to TFDA within 15 days of discovery
Support investigations and corrective and preventive measures
Maintain required records for at least five years
Support safety surveillance plans and periodic safety reports

Corrective Action & Recall Support

Support immediate notification and corrective measures where required
Support alerts, testing, suspension of use, and medical device recalls
Manage recalls according to applicable classifications and deadlines

Distribution & Vigilance Records

Maintain required supply-source and distribution records
Maintain relevant post-market surveillance and regulatory records
Support ongoing traceability and compliance

Licence Renewal & Annual Declarations

Support medical device licence renewal before expiry
Submit Class I annual reports and notify TFDA of Class II/III QSD updates
Support ongoing Taiwan Registration Holder obligations

Quality Control Inspection Services in Taiwan

Cisema also provides tailored inspection services for Taiwan medical devices and IVDs to ensure compliance with local and international standards.

Incoming Goods Inspections

Verify packaging, labeling, and shipping conditions upon arrival
Review documentation including invoices, certifications, and declarations of conformity
Confirm product readiness for the Taiwanese market

In-Process Quality Monitoring

Inspect during repackaging or relabeling for hygiene, SOPs, and quality system control
Validate traceability and batch consistency

Final Product Release Inspections

Conduct AQL sampling and performance checks
Ensure conformity of labeling and IFU with Taiwanese regulatory requirements

Special Inspection Projects

Support Good Manufacturing Practice audits and TFDA site inspections
Collaborate with third-party bodies for tailored compliance audits
Conduct serial number validation and corrective action reviews.

Why Work with Cisema?

Local expertise with global reach

Our bilingual teams bridge international quality standards with local regulations

Proven track record

Over 20 years supporting market approvals and compliance in China and Asia Pacific

End-to-end solutions

From system setup to post-market surveillance, we ensure quality management and regulatory compliance throughout the product lifecycle

Industry breadth

Cross-sector expertise in life sciences, food, veterinary, consumer and industrial goods

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Cisema's Taiwan Office

Cisema (Taipei) Limited / 凱思瑪台北有限公司

7th Floor, No. 2-1 Wenhu Street
Neihu District, Taipei City 11445
Taiwan

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