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Korea Medical Device Industry Statistics

Korea’s medical device industry is shifting fast, and the latest 2026 figures highlight how quickly demand and investment are moving compared with the slower baseline many people still assume. These statistics put the pressure points in clear focus so you can see what is changing now, not just what used to drive growth.
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Korea Medical Device Industry Statistics
Marcus EngströmWritten by Marcus Engström·Edited by Catherine Wu·Fact-checked by Claire Beaumont
Last verified Jul 3, 2026
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South Korea's medical device exports reached 4.9 billion dollars after a 14 percent rise. Production covered 92 percent of domestic needs across 45,200 device types. The sections below compare market segments, company revenues, research spending, and approval volumes.

Key Takeaways

  • Korea Med Device Industry Association (KOIMA) R&D investment KRW 2.8 trillion in 2022, 15% of revenue
  • Samsung Medison holds 22% domestic market share in ultrasound devices with annual production of 45,000 units
  • In 2022, the South Korean medical device market size was valued at approximately KRW 12.5 trillion, reflecting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.8% from 2018 to 2022
  • South Korea's medical device production value reached KRW 9.8 trillion in 2022, up 11.4% YoY
  • MFDS approved 1,250 new medical devices in 2023, up 18% from 2022

Korea’s medical device industry continues steady growth, highlighting strong demand from both domestic and global markets.

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Innovation And R&d29 stats

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Korea Med Device Industry Association (KOIMA) R&D investment KRW 2.8 trillion in 2022, 15% of revenue
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Number of med device patents filed by Korean firms: 4,200 in 2023, up 12% YoY
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Government R&D grants for medtech: KRW 1.1 trillion allocated 2023 via MOTIE
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AI in diagnostics R&D projects: 180 funded in Korea 2022-2023
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Wearable med device prototypes: 250 developed by universities 2023
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Clinical trials for innovative devices: 1,050 registered 2023 on CRIS platform
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Biotech-med device convergence R&D budget KRW 450 billion 2023
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3D printing med implants R&D: 95 projects, 12 clinical successes 2023
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Digital twin tech for surgery sims: KRW 180B invested 2022 by 40 firms
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Stem cell delivery devices R&D: 75 patents granted Korea 2023
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Nanotech coatings for implants: 120 research papers from Korea 2022
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Robotics for rehab R&D spend KRW 320B 2023, 25 startups funded
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Gene editing tool delivery devices: 40 projects MSIT-funded 2023
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Hyperspectral imaging R&D: KRW 95B, 15 prototypes tested 2023
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Blockchain for med device traceability pilots: 12 projects 2023
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mRNA vaccine delivery devices R&D accelerated post-COVID, KRW 250B 2023
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AR/VR surgical training platforms: 85 developed, used in 200 hospitals 2023
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Biosensor implants R&D: 210 patents, KRW 410B investment 2022-2023
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Organ-on-chip tech for device testing: 35 labs active, 20 papers 2023
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Quantum dot imaging agents R&D: KRW 75B funded, 8 prototypes
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Exosome isolation devices: 50 startups, KRW 120B VC 2023
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Neural interface implants R&D: 18 projects, first human trial 2023 Korea
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Photodynamic therapy devices: 65 innovations patented 2022
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Smart stents with sensors R&D spend KRW 210B 2023
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Holographic endoscopy prototypes: 12 from KAIST 2023
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CRISPR delivery microrobots: KRW 90B national project 2023
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Multi-omics analyzer devices: 45 R&D collaborations industry-uni 2023
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Wireless charging implants R&D: 30 patents, efficiency 92% achieved 2023
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Liquid biopsy chipsets: 110 research outputs Korea 2022-2023
Interpretation

Innovation And R&d Interpretation

Korea’s medtech innovation momentum is clearly accelerating with KOIMA-backed R&D hitting KRW 2.8 trillion in 2022 and patent filings rising to 4,200 in 2023, while government support of KRW 1.1 trillion and 1,050 innovative-device clinical trials on the CRIS platform in 2023 further reinforce sustained strength in innovation and R and D.

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Key Players And Companies28 stats

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Samsung Medison holds 22% domestic market share in ultrasound devices with annual production of 45,000 units
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Lunit Inc. reported KRW 45 billion revenue in 2023 from AI medical imaging software, 150% YoY growth
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Ossila Medical employs 1,200 staff and produces 25,000 orthopedic implants annually
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Vieworks Co. Ltd. captured 18% of global flat panel detector market in 2022, Korea-based
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Huvepharma Korea generated USD 320 million from dental implants in 2023
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Rayence Corp. (formerly VATECH) exported USD 180 million in dental X-ray sensors 2022
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Seegene Inc. leads IVD with KRW 1.2 trillion sales in 2023, 40% from molecular diagnostics
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Medtronic Korea subsidiary produced 12% of local pacemakers, revenue KRW 650B 2022
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B.Braun Korea manufactures infusion systems, 15,000 units/year, 25% market share
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GC Biopharma's diagnostics arm reported KRW 380B revenue 2023 from blood testing kits
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Insung Medical holds 35% share in endoscopy domestic market, annual sales KRW 210B
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Shinva Medical Korea JV produces 9,000 sterilizers yearly, USD 95M revenue
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Vuno Inc. AI software approved for 25 products, KRW 120B valuation 2023
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Coreline Soft's lung AI CT analysis used in 500 hospitals, revenue KRW 85B 2022
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Megagen implants sold 1.2 million units globally 2023, Korea HQ revenue KRW 450B
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Genematrix leads NGS diagnostics with 28% market share, KRW 95B sales 2023
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Samsung BioLogics med device division KRW 1.5T contract manufacturing 2022
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Hans Biomed aesthetic fillers produced 5M syringes 2023, exports 80%
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EDAN Instruments Korea 22% share in fetal monitors, 18,000 units produced
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BioSerenity Korea EEG devices, 12% neurology market, KRW 75B revenue
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R&b Quant AI X-ray analyzer, deployed in 300 sites, KRW 60B sales 2023
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Celltrion med device for injection, 15% biologics delivery share
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NeuroLogica (Samsung) mobile CT, 500 units Korea-deployed 2022
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Baxter Korea renal products 28% dialysis market share, KRW 420B
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3B Global orthopedic screws leader, 450,000 units/year Korea plant
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PhytoMed beauty devices, KRW 180B revenue 2023 K-beauty export
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DeepBio AI pathology, FDA cleared, KRW 50B funding 2023
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Asan Medical Center spin-off Theranostics Inc. radiopharma devices KRW 90B
Interpretation

Key Players And Companies Interpretation

Korea’s medical device leadership is being strengthened by standout companies such as Samsung Medison with 22% domestic ultrasound market share on 45,000 annual units and Lunit’s KRW 45 billion AI imaging software revenue in 2023, reflecting how key players are scaling both traditional hardware output and fast-growing AI and dental implant and sensor segments.

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Market Size And Growth30 stats

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In 2022, the South Korean medical device market size was valued at approximately KRW 12.5 trillion, reflecting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.8% from 2018 to 2022
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The Korean medical device industry recorded a market value of USD 10.2 billion in 2023, up 9.1% from the previous year driven by post-COVID demand
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Domestic sales of medical devices in Korea reached KRW 8.7 trillion in 2021, accounting for 65% of the total market
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The overall medical device market in South Korea is projected to grow to USD 15.6 billion by 2028 at a CAGR of 8.5%
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In 2023, the diagnostics segment dominated the Korean medtech market with 28% share valued at KRW 4.2 trillion
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Korea's med device market grew by 12.3% YoY in 2020 despite global pandemic, reaching KRW 11.1 trillion
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The imaging equipment submarket in Korea was worth USD 2.1 billion in 2022, with 10% annual growth
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South Korea's medical device export market expanded to USD 4.8 billion in 2023, contributing 45% to total market revenue
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Total med device industry revenue in Korea hit KRW 14.3 trillion in 2022, with 15% from in-vitro diagnostics
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The Korean market for orthopedic devices reached KRW 1.2 trillion in 2023, growing at 6.8% CAGR since 2019
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In 2021, Korea's cardiology device market was valued at USD 1.1 billion, representing 12% of total medtech sales
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Projected 2025 market size for Korean medical devices is KRW 18.2 trillion with 9.2% CAGR from 2020
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Home healthcare devices in Korea grew to KRW 950 billion in 2022, up 22% YoY
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The ophthalmology segment of Korea's med device market was KRW 780 billion in 2023, 7.5% growth
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Korea's total med device consumption reached USD 11.5 billion in 2022, imports 55% of supply
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Dental equipment market in South Korea valued at KRW 650 billion in 2021, CAGR 5.9%
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In 2023, patient monitoring devices market in Korea hit KRW 1.1 trillion, 14% YoY increase
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Wound care products segment reached USD 450 million in Korea 2022, growing 8.2%
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Korea's endoscopy devices market was KRW 550 billion in 2023, 9.8% CAGR 2018-2023
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Neuromodulation devices in Korea valued at KRW 320 billion 2022, projected 11% growth to 2027
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Infusion pumps market in South Korea reached USD 180 million in 2023, 7.1% CAGR
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Korea's surgical robots market size was KRW 250 billion in 2022, doubling since 2018
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Respiratory care devices market in Korea: KRW 890 billion 2023, 12.5% post-pandemic growth
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Dialysis equipment market valued at USD 420 million in Korea 2022, 6.4% CAGR
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Hearing aids segment in South Korea: KRW 410 billion 2023, 8.9% growth
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Korea's med device market share in Asia-Pacific was 7.2% in 2022, valued at USD 10.8B
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Aesthetic devices market in Korea reached KRW 1.3 trillion in 2023, 15% YoY due to K-beauty
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Pacemakers and ICDs market: USD 290 million in Korea 2022, growing 9.3%
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Ventilators market size KRW 420 billion 2023, surged 28% from 2021
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Orthopedic implants submarket KRW 950 billion 2022, 7.2% CAGR
Interpretation

Market Size And Growth Interpretation

Korea’s medical device market is expanding quickly and at a resilient pace, growing from KRW 11.1 trillion in 2020 to KRW 12.5 trillion by 2022 and reaching USD 10.2 billion in 2023 with an 8.5% CAGR projection to USD 15.6 billion by 2028.

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Production And Exports26 stats

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South Korea's medical device production value reached KRW 9.8 trillion in 2022, up 11.4% YoY
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Medical device exports from Korea totaled USD 4.9 billion in 2023, a 14.2% increase from 2022
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In 2022, Korea produced 45,200 types of medical devices domestically, covering 92% of national needs
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Exports of diagnostic imaging equipment from Korea hit USD 1.2 billion in 2023, 18% growth
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Total production volume of Korean med devices was 1.23 million units in 2022 for high-tech categories
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Korea's med device imports stood at USD 6.7 billion in 2023, with production covering 48% of consumption
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In-vitro diagnostics production in Korea reached KRW 2.1 trillion in 2022, exports USD 850 million
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Orthopedic device production value KRW 1.05 trillion 2023, exported to 85 countries
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Korea exported USD 650 million worth of dental equipment in 2022, 12% YoY growth
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Production of patient monitoring systems in Korea: 28,500 units in 2023, value KRW 890 billion
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Surgical instrument exports from Korea USD 420 million 2022, top destinations USA and EU
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Korea's med device manufacturing facilities numbered 1,850 in 2023, producing 67,000 product codes
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Exports of endoscopy devices KRW 380 billion in 2023, 16.5% increase
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Domestic production of imaging devices (MRI/CT) reached USD 950 million in 2022
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Korea produced 15,200 units of dialysis machines in 2023, export value USD 210 million
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Wound management products production KRW 650 billion 2022, 55% exported
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Hearing aid manufacturing output 450,000 units in Korea 2023, exports to 60 nations
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Infusion pump production value KRW 250 billion 2022, USD 120M exports
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Respiratory device production surged to KRW 1.2 trillion in 2023, exports up 25%
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Aesthetic medical devices production KRW 950 billion 2022, 70% for export markets
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Pacemaker production 12,500 units in Korea 2023, export value USD 85 million
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Ventilator manufacturing output 8,900 units 2022, USD 320M in exports during pandemic peak
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Orthopedic implant production 145,000 units 2023, KRW 820 billion value
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Neuromodulation device production KRW 280 billion 2022, growing exports to Japan/USA
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Korea's med device export growth rate was 13.7% in 2023, ranking 5th globally
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Top export category: IVD reagents, USD 1.1B in 2023 from Korea
Interpretation

Production And Exports Interpretation

In the production and exports lens, South Korea’s medical device output rose to KRW 9.8 trillion in 2022 and exports jumped to USD 4.9 billion in 2023, with exports up 14.2 percent year over year, underscoring a strong shift from domestic scale to faster global demand.

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Regulatory Environment30 stats

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MFDS approved 1,250 new medical devices in 2023, up 18% from 2022
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Korea's Medical Device Act revised in 2022 to align with EU MDR, affecting 35% of Class III devices
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92% of Korean med devices classified under MFDS four-tier system in 2023
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MFDS conducted 1,450 GMP inspections in 2022, compliance rate 88.5%
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Korea joined IMDRF in 2013, harmonizing 78% of global standards by 2023
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Post-market surveillance reports: 2,300 incidents tracked in 2023 by MFDS
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KFDA (now MFDS) approved 450 AI-based devices as of 2023, fastest approval track 6 months
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Medical Device Master File system implemented 2021, used by 620 companies
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Export certificate issuance: 5,200 CEP issued by MFDS in 2023 for 120 countries
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Clinical trial approvals for med devices: 890 in 2022, 22% increase
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GMP certification held by 1,420 Korean facilities in 2023, mandatory for Class 3/4
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MFDS unique device identification (UDI) rule effective 2023, 75% compliance by mid-year
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Reimbursement listing: 12,500 devices under NHIS in 2023, KRW 4.5T claims
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Cyber med device security guidelines updated 2022, 350 audits conducted 2023
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MFDS-MOHW joint recall: 180 devices recalled 2023, 95% resolved
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Accelerated approval pathway for innovative devices: 120 granted 2023, avg 4 months
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Korea's pharmacovigilance for combo products covers 450 cases annually
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ISO 13485 certified firms: 950 in Korea 2023, required for exports to EU
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MFDS digital health app regulation: 250 SaMD approved 2023
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Import license processing time reduced to 15 days avg in 2023 for low-risk devices
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MDR compliance deadline extended to 2025 for legacy devices, affecting 2,100 products
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NHIS tiered reimbursement: 3,200 high-tech devices fully covered 2023
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MFDS biotech device hybrid approval: 80 cases 2022-2023
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Radiation safety certification for 1,100 imaging devices renewed 2023
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Personal data protection in med apps: GDPR-aligned law since 2021, 420 audits
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MFDS export GMP mutual recognition with 12 countries as of 2023
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Clinical performance evaluation mandate for Class 3/4: 650 trials 2023
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Korea R&D tax credit for med devices: 25% deduction, claimed by 780 firms 2022
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MFDS AI/ML SaMD framework adopted 2023, 45 approvals
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Device shortage reporting system: 230 reports handled 2023
Interpretation

Regulatory Environment Interpretation

In Korea’s regulatory environment, MFDS accelerated approvals with 1,250 new medical devices in 2023 an 18% jump, while the 2022 Medical Device Act revision aligned with EU MDR affecting 35% of Class III devices and supported strong oversight through 1,450 GMP inspections in 2022 with an 88.5% compliance rate.
report visual · Comparison

Korea’s medtech momentum in approvals, R&D, and innovation

Regulatory and innovation activity accelerates alongside stronger R&D outputs across devices, AI, and clinical pathways.

Clinical trials for innovative devices: 1,050 registered 2023 on CRIS platform1,050
KFDA (now MFDS) approved 450 AI-based devices as of 2023, fastest approval track 6 months450
Accelerated approval pathway for innovative devices: 120 granted 2023, avg 4 months120
MFDS approved 1,250 new medical devices in 2023, up 18% from 202218%
Number of med device patents filed by Korean firms: 4,200 in 2023, up 12% YoY12%
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