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Medical Devices · 6 weeks

Class II Device IFU Translation for FDA 510(k)

Translated IFU, labels and packaging copy for a Class II device US export aligned with 510(k) timeline.

Result FDA consultant confirmed warning and UDI language meets 21 CFR expectations
  • Official Seal Code 3101150909750
  • TAC Institutional Member
  • ISO 17100 Certified Quality
  • Strict Enterprise NDA
Class II Device IFU Translation for FDA 510(k) Anonymized case
📈 Key Measurable Outcomes
Languages
2
IFU pages
48
Weeks
6
FDA consultant review rounds
2

Background

Industry: Medical Devices Timeline: 6 weeks Languages: Chinese, English Services: IFU translation, Label translation, 510(k) support, etc.

The client is in medtech and life sciences, where filings must align with FDA, EU MDR, NMPA and similar frameworks. “Class II Device IFU Translation for FDA 510(k)” demands higher precision, traceability and confidentiality than typical business translation.

A first-time 510(k) submitter needed Chinese IFU and labels in FDA-appropriate English—warnings, contraindications and UDI aligned with source and US label artwork.

Linguist assigned industry linguists, reviewers and a dedicated PM. Scope included IFU translation, Label translation, 510(k) support, etc.. Within 6 weeks, we delivered and QA’d 2 languages—achieving: FDA consultant confirmed warning and UDI language meets 21 CFR expectations

◆ IFU Section Structure
📋 Instructions for Use (IFU) Structure
Medical device laboratory

Vascular Interventional Catheter IFU

Indications for Use · Contraindications & Precautions

ISO 15223-1 GB/T 191 MedDRA Terms
Bilingual Warning Symbols & Terminology Alignment
⚠️ Warning Symbols & Storage Conditions Multilingual Alignment
⚠ Warning & Sterilization Instructions:

Source: Single use only. Do not resterilize. Ethylene oxide sterilized (STERILE EO)
Regulatory target: Strictly aligned with ISO 15223-1 & ISO 7000-1051.

Storage Conditions & Handling:

Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight (15°C–25°C). Do not use if package is damaged.

DEMO: MEDICAL IFU STRUCTURAL LAYOUT & WARNING SYMBOLS
⚠️ Challenge

Project challenges

◆ Challenge 01

Warning conventions

Warning hierarchy and symbols per FDA practice.

◆ Challenge 02

UDI & models

Model and lot rules unchanged.

◆ Challenge 03

Figure alignment

Illustrated steps mapped line by line.

◆ Challenge 04

Filing window

Final lock before 510(k) submission date.

⚙️ Engineered Workflow

Our approach

Phased delivery balancing quality, compliance and timeline.

01

Regulatory alignment

Confirm target markets, doc types and authority expectations.

02

Medical glossary

IFU/label/clinical glossary and do-not-translate lists.

03

Med TEP + DTP

Medical linguists, second review and layout fidelity.

04

Submission packaging

Organized deliverables per filing templates and change logs.

📦 Deliverables & Language Assets Package

Deliverables

✓ English IFU
✓ Label copy
✓ 510(k) summary annex
✓ Terminology matrix

Project highlights

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510(k) experience

Common IFU structures and review focus areas.

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Warnings

Professional warning hierarchy handling.

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Label sync

UDI and packaging copy aligned.

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Final lock

Version tied to submission package.

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