What is the EU UDI implementation timeframe under MDR and IVDR?

Modified on Wed, 28 Aug at 8:17 PM

May 2020 STATE OF PLAY. Please refer to the European Commission website for the latest information:https://ec.europa.eu/growth/sectors/medical-devices/regulatory-framework/getting-ready-new-regulations_en



EU MDR implementation timeframe:
26 May 2021: Assignment of UDI - all classes (Transition period until 26 May 2025)
26 May 2021: UDI labelling - Class 3 implantable devices
26 May 2023: UDI labelling - Class 2
26 May 2025: UDI labelling - Class 1
Deadlines +2 years for direct marking

EU IVDR implementation timeframe:
26 May 2022: Assignment of UDI - all classes
26 May 2023: UDI marking - Class D 
26 May 2025: UDI marking - Class B and C
26 May 2027: UDI marking - Class A

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