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  • 1.  UKCA labelling requirements and meaning of "accompanying document".

    Posted 01-Jun-2021 04:01
    Hi All,
    I would like to get some guideance on what is acceptable as an "accompanying document" in relation to UKCA labelling requirements for non-medical devices (e.g. devices that need to complay with EMC Directive).

    Reference  www . gov.uk :
    Marking is required before 1 January 2022  but "Until 1 January 2023, ...... you have the option to affix the UKCA marking on a label affixed to the product or on an accompanying document."

    Will a statement in an Instruction manual (or a stand alone document) inside the packaging be acceptable (i.e not visible without opening box) ?
    Is there a requirement to have a label on the outside of the box?

    I would be very grateful for any information on this

    regards

    Mike





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    Mike Kilkelly
    Quality & Regulatory Affairs Manager
    Bio-Medical Research Limited
    Galway
    Ireland
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  • 2.  RE: UKCA labelling requirements and meaning of "accompanying document".

    Posted 23-Jun-2021 08:43
    If you haven't already, look at this site:
    https://www.gov.uk/guidance/using-the-ukca-marking
    I think the general rules section will be helpful to you.

    Depending on the type of device you manufacture, the accompanying document might be:
    Package insert
    Instructions for Use (maybe included in user interface of software)
    Surgical Technique Guide (used for orthopedic devices)
    User Manual (maybe included in user interface of software)
    After considering this list, review the list of similar types of documentation provided for your device and decide whether you should include in UKCA mark.

    I haven't dug up the legislation that defines "accompanying," but perhaps another responder will. https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2002/618/contents
    Jackie

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    Jackie Jaskula
    Regulatory Affairs Manager
    OrthoPediatrics
    Warsaw, IN
    USA
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  • 3.  RE: UKCA labelling requirements and meaning of "accompanying document".

    Posted 23-Jun-2021 09:00
    Hello Jackie,
    Thank you for taking the time to respond. Much appreciated.

    regards
    Mike

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    Mike Kilkelly
    Quality & Regulatory Affairs Manager
    Galway
    Ireland
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