As of May 1, 2021, notification of the insertion and removal of implantable devices will become mandatory in Belgium for stents, mechanical cardiac and ophthalmological implants, and some other implants
Industrial and mechanical
EU Chemicals Strategy: road to a toxic-free environment
The EU Chemical Strategy for Sustainability aims to build a zero-pollution environment in line with Europe’s new agreement towards a toxic-free Union: The Green Deal.
Brexit, what about UK-EU Trade?
The UK tax authority HMRC sent to businesses in GB a letter on how to prepare for new processes for moving goods between UK and EU from 01/01/21. Read more here!
New Motor Vehicle Regulation 2018/858 – Fully applicable from September 1, 2020
European Motor Vehicle Regulation 2018/858 entered full effect in September 2020. Talk to our EU regulatory experts about your vehicle or product's compliance.
Regulatory requirements for medical face masks – European Commission Guidance
The European Commission has issued market and compliance guidance on regulatory requirements for manufacturers of medical face masks.
UK’s Guidance on 3D printing of medical devices or component parts during the pandemic
Different requirements apply for 3D-printed products, depending on their classification as MDDs or PPEs. Find out UK's Guidance in this article!
Personal protective Equipment and Medical Devices in the Covid-19 context –how can they be lawfully placed on the EU market?
The Covid-19 pandemic created a huge demand for PPEs and MDs, but how can you place them on the EU market lawfully? Read the detailed explanation here.
Coronavirus: updated guidelines for verifying the compliance and suitability of surgical face masks
Find out in this article the latest guidelines concerning compliance of surgical and face masks, issued by the Belgian Competent Authority (FAMHP)
MHRA regulatory flexibilities resulting from coronavirus (COVID-19)
The government of the UK has published on its official website some regulatory flexibilities resulting from coronavirus.
How is the Belgian Federal Agency for Medicines and Health Products playing its part to combat COVID-19?
While Governments are decreasing protective measures, it's key to avoid shortage of Covid-19 related products. Find out the latest news on their regulation.