In 2025, major global medical device markets show stricter regulatory trends. China Customs Announcement No. 63 shortensMedical Equipmentagency authorization periods for Class II devices to 14 months. The EUs new MDR certification introduces dynamic traceability mechanisms, while the US FDA strengthens UDI (Unique Device Identification) system application. According to IMDRF data, compliant agency services can reduce customs clearance time by 40% and lower administrative penalty risks by 25%.
22. Region | Authorization cycle | Core Requirements |
---|---|---|
China | 12-14 months | Clinical evaluation data localization |
European Union | 18-24 months | MDR Appendix XV change management |
United States | 9-12 months | UDI system three-level verification |
A case study of importing German CT equipment shows that the agency successfully reclassified the equipment originally under HS code 9022.14 to 9018.90, resulting in a tariff difference of 7.2%. Practical recommendations include:Pre - classification dispute resolution mechanismEstablishing a dynamic regulatory monitoring system (monthly update frequency)
Qualified agency companies should possess:
can improve commodity classification accuracy to 98.7%. Importers should pay special attention toIntelligent Classification Assistance Systemquality traceability clausesin authorization documents to avoid clearance delays caused by unclear supply chain responsibility allocation.Three core elements of medical equipment import agency authorization in 2025
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