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Theradome Regulatory Approvals and Quality Certifications

When evaluating a medical-grade hair growth device, performance claims only tell part of the story. Regulatory approvals and quality certifications matter because they indicate how a device is designed, manufactured, tested, and monitored over time, not just whether it “works” in ideal conditions.

Theradome devices are regulated as over-the-counter (OTC) therapeutic medical devices in multiple international markets. This requires compliance with strict quality management systems, post-market surveillance obligations, and country-specific medical device regulations.

Below is a structured overview of Theradome’s quality system certifications and international regulatory registrations, and what each designation means in practice.

Quality Management System Certifications

Medical device manufacturers are required to operate under formal quality systems that govern design controls, manufacturing processes, risk management, and corrective actions. These certifications apply to how the device is made, not just the final product.

Certificate #

Standard / Regulation

Scope

Certification Body

Initial Certification Date

MD19.4999

EN ISO 13485:2016

Design, Manufacture and Distribution of Low-Level Laser Therapy Devices for Hair Growth

NSAI

04 Aug 2016

MP19.4999

EN ISO 13485:2016

Australia - Therapeutic Goods (Medical Devices) Regulations, 2002, Schedule 3 Part 1 (excluding Part 1.6) – Full Quality Assurance Procedure.

Canada - Medical Devices Regulations – Part 1- SOR 98/282

United States - 21 CFR 803, 21 CFR 806, 21 CFR 807 – Subparts A to D, 21 CFR 820 – Quality System Regulation

Design, Manufacture and Distribution of Low-Level Laser Therapy Devices for Hair Growth

NSAI

14 Jan 2020

This certification covers the design, manufacture, and distribution of low-level laser therapy devices for hair growth and confirms that Theradome follows regulated processes for:

  • Device design and validation
  • Supplier control and component traceability
  • Manufacturing consistency
  • Complaint handling and corrective actions

In practical terms, ISO 13485 certification means the company is audited regularly and required to maintain documentation and controls that meet international medical device standards.

International Medical Device Registrations

Theradome devices are registered as Class II / Class IIa / Class B OTC therapeutic devices, depending on regional classification systems. These classifications indicate moderate-risk medical devices that require regulatory review, clinical justification, and post-market monitoring.

Australia

Intended use:

Over-the-counter therapeutic devices intended to treat androgenetic alopecia and promote hair growth in:

  • Males with Hamilton-Norwood classifications IIa to V
  • Females with Ludwig-Savin Scale I-1 to I-4, II-1, II-2
  • Fitzpatrick Skin Types I to IV

Australia’s ARTG listing requires evidence of safety, performance, and quality system compliance under Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) regulations.

Canada

  • Medical Device License: 97624
  • Initial Registration Date: 29 August 2016
  • Devices:
    • Theradome EVO LH40
    • Theradome PRO LH80
  • Classification: Class II

Intended use:

OTC therapeutic devices for the treatment of androgenetic alopecia and promotion of hair growth in the same male and female pattern hair loss classifications as listed above.

Health Canada Class II licensing requires device-specific documentation, labeling controls, and ongoing compliance reporting.

United States

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration regulates Theradome devices under the Class II medical device category via the 510(k) clearance pathway.

Theradome LH80 PRO

Theradome LH40 EVO

Intended use (both devices):

Over-the-counter therapeutic devices intended to treat androgenetic alopecia and promote hair growth in males and females meeting specified pattern hair loss and Fitzpatrick skin type criteria.

FDA clearance indicates the device was reviewed for substantial equivalence to legally marketed predicate devices and must comply with U.S. Quality System Regulations (21 CFR 820), adverse event reporting, and recall procedures.

China

  • Registration Number: 20232090472
  • Initial Registration Date: 31 October 2023
  • Device: Theradome Laser Helmet LH80 PRO
  • Classification: Class II

Intended use:

OTC therapeutic device for treating androgenetic alopecia and promoting hair growth in eligible male and female populations.

China’s Class II registration requires technical review, clinical evaluation documentation, and manufacturing compliance.

Vietnam

  • Registration Number: 230002237/PCBB-HCM
  • Initial Registration Date: 05 October 2023
  • Devices:
    • Theradome EVO LH40
    • Theradome PRO LH80
  • Classification: Class B

Intended use:

Devices intended to stimulate hair follicle roots at the cellular level, helping to slow hair loss and thicken existing hair follicles.

Malaysia

  • Registration Number: GB2690023-119483
  • Initial Registration Date: 28 December 2017
  • Device: Theradome LH80 PRO
  • Classification: Class B

Intended use:

OTC therapeutic device for treating androgenetic alopecia and promoting hair growth in males and females meeting established classification criteria.

Singapore

  • Registration Number: MD17651929F
  • Initial Registration Date: 01 March 2018
  • Device: Theradome LH80 PRO Laser Helmet
  • Classification: Class B

Intended use:

OTC therapeutic device indicated to treat androgenic alopecia and promote hair growth in females with female pattern hair loss (Ludwig and Savin Hair Loss Scale I–II), Fitzpatrick Skin Types I to IV.

Why This Matters for Users

Regulatory approval does not guarantee outcomes, but it does set boundaries around safety, intended use, and manufacturing quality. For users, this means:

  • The device is reviewed within regulated medical frameworks
  • Claims are tied to defined populations and conditions
  • Manufacturing and post-market monitoring are not optional

In short, these approvals reflect accountability, not marketing language.

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