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In Vitro Diagnostic Medical Devices: Tasks and Liabilities of the Swiss Authorised Representative
18 Jan 2023
International
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Foreign manufacturers of in vitro diagnostic devices medical devices must designate an authorised representative (CH-REP) to place their products on the Swiss market. To act on the manufacturer's behalf, the representative must perform various tasks and duties, including acting as the contact person for Swiss authorities and being jointly and severally liable with the manufacturer for damages caused by defective products. Follow this link to the main article for more information on the tasks and duties of the Swiss authorised representative of in vitro diagnostic medical devices.