EU Authorized Representative for medical device and IVD
MDRC
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About
**Who they are** EU Authorized Representative for medical device and IVD is a service provider that acts as a liaison between non-EU manufacturers and European regulatory authorities for medical devices and in vitro diagnostic devices. They are designated to represent manufacturers within the European Union.
**Expertise & scope** * Ensuring compliance with EU MDR 2017/745 and EU IVDR 2017/746. * Verifying the availability and currency of technical documentation and the EU Declaration of Conformity. * Confirming that appropriate conformity assessment procedures have been conducted. * Maintaining copies of technical documentation, EU Declaration of Conformity, and relevant certificates. * Fulfilling registration obligations within the EU. * Providing competent authorities with necessary information and documentation upon request. * Facilitating communication and cooperation with competent authorities regarding samples, device access, and preventive or corrective actions. * Notifying manufacturers of complaints and suspected incidents reported by healthcare professionals, patients, and users.
**Reputation / proof points** * The service is referred to by various acronyms including EUAR, EC REP, CE REP, EU REP, or EAR.
Additional information
The role of an EU Authorized Representative is critical for non-EU manufacturers seeking to place medical devices and IVDs on the European market. This representative acts as a point of contact for European authorities and Notified Bodies, ensuring devices meet the stringent requirements of the EU MDR and IVDR. The mandate between the manufacturer and the Authorized Representative must be clearly defined in writing, outlining the specific tasks the representative will undertake. Upon request, a copy of this mandate must be provided to the competent authority. This ensures transparency and accountability in the regulatory process for medical and IVD products entering the EU.
Key Highlights
Acts as the EU Authorized Representative for medical device and IVD companies.
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“EU Authorized Representative for medical device and IVD Companies”
Ensures technical documentation and EU Declaration of Conformity are available and up-to-date.
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“make sure that the EU declaration of conformity and technical documentation are available and kept up to date;”
Verifies that appropriate conformity assessment procedures have been carried out.
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“verify that an appropriate conformity assessment procedure has been carried out;”
Cooperates with competent authorities on any preventive or corrective actions.
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“cooperate with the competent authorities on any preventive or corrective actions;”
Certifications & Trust Signals
Serves as a point of contact for European authorities and Notified Bodies.
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“Specifically, Authorized Representatives play a pivotal role in ensuring the compliance of the devices and in serving as point of contact for the European authorities and Notified Bodies.”
Buyer Snapshot
Best for
Non-EU manufacturers of medical devices and IVDs
Companies seeking to comply with EU MDR and IVDR
How engagement typically works
Mandated representation
Liaison with EU authorities
Typical deliverables
Regulatory compliance assurance
Documentation management support
Communication channel with authorities
Incident and complaint reporting facilitation
Good to know
Requires a written mandate agreement
The representative acts on behalf of the manufacturer for specified tasks