Classification of a Borderline Product

Last Updated: Tuesday 16 June 2026

Overview

A borderline classification form should be requested to authorise products that do not clearly fall under the definition of a medicinal product as per Medicines Act, Act III of 2003.

What you'll get

A borderline classification before the product is placed on the market.

Eligibility

Prospective importers/licence holders of a product with an unclear classification.

How to apply

Fill in the online form.

Applications must be sent to the Malta Medicines Authority through the Common EU Submission Portal https://cespportal.hma.eu.

Timeline

Submission of Application

Vetting of Application

12 days

Assessment of Application

1 day

Approval of Application

1 month

Delivery of Service

5 days

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