Mexico has officially published NOM-137-SSA1-2025, Medical Device Labeling, introducing a new regulatory framework that modernizes labeling requirements for medical devices marketed in the country. Published in the Official Gazette of the Federation (DOF) on May 19, 2026, the new standard repeals NOM-137-SSA1-2008 and aligns Mexico's labeling regulations with current international best practices.

The new Mexican labeling standard is mandatory for manufacturers, importers, distributors, and establishments involved in the manufacture, conditioning, and commercialization of medical devices for human use in Mexico. It establishes updated requirements for the health information that must accompany medical devices, while strengthening regulatory expectations regarding labeling, risk management, traceability, and post-market surveillance.

Companies planning to market medical devices in Mexico should assess the impact of NOM-137-SSA1-2025 on product labeling, regulatory compliance, and market access strategies to ensure timely implementation and continued compliance with COFEPRIS requirements.

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