21 CFR § 822.24 - What are my responsibilities once I am notified that I am required to conduct postmarket surveillance?

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title: "21 CFR § 822.24 - What are my responsibilities once I am notified that I am required to conduct postmarket surveillance?"
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# 822.24 What are my responsibilities once I am notified that I am required to conduct postmarket surveillance?

You must submit your plan to conduct postmarket surveillance to us within 30 days from receipt of the order (letter) notifying you that you are required to conduct postmarket surveillance of a device. The manufacturer shall commence surveillance not later than 15 months after the day the order was issued.

[88 FR 16880, Mar. 21, 2023]