Be careful when bringing medical devices into Taiwan for personal use

According to Article 6, Paragraph 4 of the Regulations Governing Special Approval for Manufacture or Import of Specific Medical Devices, travelers may bring medical devices into Taiwan without applying for special approval from the TFDA, provided that the items are for personal use and do not exceed the quantity limits listed below. Eligible products may be processed through facilitated customs procedures. Importation of each category is limited to once every 6 months. The permitted items and quantity limits are as follows: Ø Adhesive bandage: No more than 60 pieces in total. Ø Liquid bandage: No more than 4 tubes (jars, bottles, units) in total. Ø Cotton swabs: No more than 200 pieces in total. Ø Condoms: No more than 60 pieces in total. Ø Tampons: No more than 120 tampons in total. Ø Daily disposable contact lens: 60 pieces for the same diopter; each person is limited to one brand and two different diopters. Ø Corrective lenses: No more than 1 pair. Ø Medical mask: No more than 250 pieces in total. The TFDA emphasizes that medical devices imported under these provisions are for personal use. They may not be sold, transferred, or provided to any other party. A common violation ...