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# Draft Guide on Device ‘Least Burdensome’
- URL: https://www.fdaweb.com/draft-guide-on-device-least-burdensome/
- Published: 2017-12-15T12:00:00.000Z
- Updated: 2026-09-14T23:09:06.000Z
- Author: David McFarland
- Tags: FDA Policy/General, #legacy-id-D5140360

*Federal Register* notice: FDA has made available a draft guidance entitled “The Least Burdensome Provisions: Concept and Principles” that intends to eliminate unnecessary burdens that may delay product marketing. It describes the guiding principles and recommended approach for FDA staff and industry to encourage a consistent application of least burdensome principles related to device regulatory activities. To view the notice, click [here](https://www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2017-12-15/pdf/2017-26987.pdf?ref=fdaweb.com).