Full-portfolio surgical instruments and titanium implants compliant with global regulatory registration standard FSC/CFS.
In the rapidly changing global medical device market, procurement directors, OEM brand owners, and medical device distributors face complex regulatory hurdles when importing implantable devices, surgical instruments, and interventional devices across international borders. Obtaining a valid Certificate of Free Sale (CFS)—also referred to as a Free Sale Certificate (FSC) or Certificate for Export—is a vital milestone for customs registration, tender participation, and health authority approvals in regions such as Latin America (ANVISA), the Middle East (SFDA), Southeast Asia (HSA, MDA), and Africa (NAFDAC).
A Certificate of Free Sale provides official confirmation that the contract-manufactured medical devices—ranging from titanium trauma plates and spinal pedicle screw systems to complex joint replacement components and sterile packaged surgical instruments—are legally produced, fully compliant with a recognized Quality Management System (QMS under ISO 13485:2016), and freely commercialized within the country of origin or European Economic Area (EEA).
E-E-A-T Sourcing Insight: Partnering with a Custom OEM Medical Device Supplier capable of providing authenticated Certificates of Free Sale (CFS), complete ISO 13485 certification, CE marking under EU MDR (2017/745), and full technical documentation (STED) reduces regulatory approval timelines by up to 60% in target export markets.
A Certificate of Free Sale is not merely an export declaration; it is a critical regulatory pillar that bridges contract manufacturing with international market access. For global medical device distributors, sourcing OEM implants without robust CFS documentation exposes the supply chain to severe risks, including customs seizures, rejected registration dossiers, and costly clinical delays.
Issued directly by competent national health authorities (or accredited chambers of commerce backed by NMPA/CE registration), proving the OEM product complies with strict regulatory controls.
Tied directly to the manufacturer's ISO 13485:2016 and ISO 9001 certifications, ensuring every raw material lot (ASTM F1472 Ti-6Al-4V, PEEK) maintains total batch traceability.
Complete support for Hague Apostille or Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) embassy endorsement required by strict Latin American and Middle Eastern customs authorities.
Orthi Medical Co., Ltd. provides an integrated contract manufacturing platform supporting end-to-end device development, custom drawing-based CNC machining, surface anodization, cleanroom packaging, and regulatory documentation.
Including 1.6mm to 5.0mm Titanium Locking Bone Plates, Olecranon Hook Reconstruction Plates, Cannulated Compression Screws (Ø2.5–6.5 mm), and Proximal Femoral Intramedullary Nails (PFN). Manufactured from medical-grade Pure Titanium (ASTM F67 TA2/TA3) and Ti-6Al-4V alloy (ASTM F1472) providing high fatigue resistance (tensile strength ≥930 MPa).
Comprehensive posterior thoracolumbar pedicle screw systems featuring dual-core dual-thread options, cannulated fenestrated screws for cement augmentation, PEEK radiolucent cervical/lumbar interbody fusion cages (ASTM F2026), low-profile Anterior Cervical Plates, and Balloon Kyphoplasty Kits for minimally invasive vertebral restoration.
Total Hip Arthroplasty (THA) systems with cementless HA-coated titanium stems, sintered porous acetabular cups (42–62 mm), bipolar femoral heads, and artificial knee joint components. Supplied alongside ergonomic modular stainless steel surgical instrument trays, bone rasps, and trial sets.
PEEK suture anchors pre-loaded with ultra-high-molecular-weight polyethylene (UHMWPE) sutures, ACL/PCL drill guides, Unilateral Biportal Endoscopy (UBE) instrument kits, 4K endoscopic camera systems, bare metal coronary stents, and Double J ureteral pigtail catheters.
As healthcare systems worldwide shift toward value-based procurement and accelerated regulatory convergence, medical device purchasing managers must align with OEM partners who embrace next-generation manufacturing technologies and streamlined export compliance frameworks.
Transitioning from traditional machining to 3D printed Direct Metal Laser Sintering (DMLS) titanium trabecular structures that mimic natural cancellous bone, dramatically enhancing osseointegration in joint stems and spinal implants.
Hospitals are phasing out in-house autoclave reprocessing of implants in favor of Co-60 gamma-sterilized double-blister sterile packages (SAL 10⁻⁶), lowering hospital operating costs and eliminating cross-contamination risks.
Automated Unique Device Identification (UDI) laser marking integrated with eCTD regulatory technical files simplifies national registration updates across multiple global jurisdictions concurrently.
Every OEM medical device engineered by Orthi Medical conforms to international biophysical and metallurgical specifications, supported by mill test reports, mechanical fatigue validation, and ISO 10993 biocompatibility testing datasets.
| Material Classification | International Standard | Tensile Strength (MPa) | Yield Strength (MPa) | Primary Clinical Application |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pure Titanium TA2 | ASTM F67 / ISO 5832-2 | ≥ 400 MPa | ≥ 275 MPa | Pre-contoured low-profile rib plates, micro bone plates |
| Pure Titanium TA3 | ASTM F67 / ISO 5832-2 | ≥ 500 MPa | ≥ 380 MPa | Cervical plates, small fragment fracture fixation |
| Ti-6Al-4V Alloy (TC4) | ASTM F1472 / ISO 5832-3 | ≥ 930 MPa | ≥ 860 MPa | Pedicle screws, intramedullary nails, THA stems |
| PEEK Polymer | ASTM F2026 | ≥ 95 MPa | ≥ 90 MPa | Interbody fusion cages, suture anchors, radiolucent implants |
| Cobalt-Chromium (CoCrMo) | ASTM F75 / ISO 5832-4 | ≥ 665 MPa | ≥ 450 MPa | Total knee joint femoral components, joint bearing surfaces |
We execute a transparent, audited 4-step contract manufacturing workflow designed to turn customer specifications into clinically validated, market-ready medical devices backed by legal free sale export documentation.
Engineering appraisal of 2D/3D CAD drawings, material selection, design for manufacturability (DFM), and risk analysis under ISO 14971.
High-precision Swiss CNC machining of initial samples, dimensional laser inspection, mechanical fatigue testing, and surface anodization validation.
Mass production in ISO Class 100,000 cleanrooms, double blister Tyvek packaging, and Co-60 gamma sterilization (SAL 10⁻⁶).
Compilation of technical files (STED), Certificate of Free Sale (CFS/FSC) issuance, legal legalization, and global customs clearance support.
Orthi Medical Co., Ltd. brings decades of specialized manufacturing expertise, operating as a strategic contract manufacturing partner for global medical brands and regional healthcare distributors.
Equipped with multi-axis CNC turning centers, longitudinal lathe machining, automated thread grinding, and laser marking lines capable of micron-level tolerance accuracy for demanding implantable geometries.
Our dedicated regulatory affairs division assists distributors with product registration dossiers, clinical data summaries, surgical technique guides, and fast-track Certificate of Free Sale (CFS) authenticated filings.
Detailed answers addressing the primary compliance, manufacturing, and documentation inquiries submitted by international healthcare procurement managers.
A Certificate of Free Sale (CFS)—also known as a Free Sale Certificate (FSC)—is an official regulatory document issued by a competent health authority or recognized government body. It certifies that the specific medical device (such as an orthopedic trauma plate, spinal screw, or joint prosthesis) is legally manufactured under an audited ISO 13485 Quality Management System and permitted for unrestricted commercial distribution in the country of origin or European Union. National drug and medical device agencies (e.g., in LATAM, Middle East, Africa, Asia) mandate a CFS to ensure imported devices satisfy baseline safety, quality, and efficacy criteria before granting national registration certificates or tender approval.
We offer comprehensive private label OEM/ODM services tailored to your market specifications. Our technical capabilities include drawing-based custom CNC machining, laser etching of custom brand logos and UDI barcodes, customized surface color anodization for size identification, custom-designed stainless steel surgical instrument trays, custom sterile blister packaging, and full technical dossier preparation customized under your distributor brand name.
Our manufacturing facilities operate under strict ISO 13485:2016 (Medical Devices Quality Management System) and ISO 9001 certifications. Applicable product families carry European CE Marking compliance. All raw materials are verified against international standards including ASTM F67 (TA2/TA3 pure titanium), ASTM F1472 (Ti-6Al-4V TC4 titanium alloy), ASTM F2026 (PEEK polymer), and ASTM F75 (CoCrMo), accompanied by complete chemical and physical mill test certificates for every production batch.
Yes. Bone plates, locking screws, intramedullary nails, and cannulated screws can be supplied pre-packaged in sterile double-blister Tyvek packaging. Sterilization is executed via Cobalt-60 (Co-60) gamma-ray irradiation reaching a certified Sterility Assurance Level of SAL 10⁻⁶ in compliance with ISO 11137 standards. Pre-sterilized packaging reduces hospital autoclave workload, minimizes infection risks, and enables immediate operating room deployment.
For standard catalog items, production order lead times range between 3 to 5 weeks. Custom OEM project development (from CAD drawing approval to initial prototype sample validation) takes approximately 4 to 6 weeks depending on component complexity. Certificate of Free Sale (CFS) document issuance, including Hague Apostille or embassy legalization (if required by your national health ministry), typically requires 2 to 3 weeks processing time.
We provide complete clinical support kits for distributor sales teams and healthcare professionals, including step-by-step surgical technique manuals, animation videos, sawbones model demonstration sets, hands-on cadaver workshop support, and academic conference sponsorship to facilitate seamless clinical adoption in local hospitals.
Need customized OEM orthopedic implants, surgical power tools, or validated Certificate of Free Sale (CFS) export documentation? Contact our engineering and regulatory experts today.