Non-binding Medical Technology Code Advisory Opinions

Disclaimer: Non-binding advisory opinions and limitation of liability. The South African Medical Technology Industry Association (SAMED) is providing this advice/opinion as guidance in the context of current legislation, relevant Codes and policies, as well as industry practice, where available. The advice is provided on the basis of the information submitted by the requester. The advice is not a substitute for appropriate legal advice and is not binding on SAMED. SAMED, its board members, committees, employees and members, will not be responsible for any inaccuracies or omissions, or, liable for any damages or loss of whatsoever nature suffered by any person as a result of relying on or using the advice provided.

Although SAMED is committed to ensure that its members and signatories adhere to the principals of the Code, SAMED cannot be held responsible for the conduct of any of its members or signatories who may be alleged to be in contravention of the Code. SAMED does however bear responsibility to deal with infringements on receipt of an official complaint as laid out in the Code.

SAMED Non-binding Code Advisory Opinions: Process and Library
To facilitate a greater understanding of the Medical Technology Code of Ethical Marketing and Business Practice (the Code) and enable members and stakeholders to learn from advisory opinions provided on similar situations, SAMED provides a summary outlining the advisory queries and their outcomes. This summary enables companies to refer to and learn from the advisory opinions to assist in avoiding potential Code transgressions in the future and provides guidance on how to submit an advisory opinion request.

Updated: 11 July 2025