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How the MHRA makes decisions on when a product is a medical device (borderline products), and which risk class should apply to a medical device.
How the MHRA makes decisions on what is a medicinal product (borderline products).
The product and service community is for anyone who wants to discuss and learn about managing products and services in government.
Product security factsheet accompanying the Product Security and Telecommunications Infrastructure Bill, outlining the problems the Bill will address and how.
The rules about product labelling - including special rules for retailers and manufacturers in different business sectors (like food, jewellery and toys)
Guidance for manufacturers, importers and distributors on the Product Security and Telecommunications Infrastructure Act 2022 and Regulations 2023.
How to submit a cosmetic product notification to the Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS).
How to display the legal name for your food product.
The guide, toolkit and further information for GB authorities with responsibility for consumer product safety.
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