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# Final Rule on OTC Hearing Aids
- URL: https://www.fdaweb.com/final-rule-on-otc-hearing-aids/
- Published: 2022-08-17T12:00:00.000Z
- Updated: 2026-09-14T17:56:17.000Z
- Author: David McFarland
- Tags: FDA Policy/General, #legacy-id-D5152522

*Federal Register* final rule: FDA is establishing a regulatory category for over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aids and making related amendments to update the regulatory framework for hearing aids. Specifically, it defines OTC hearing aids and establishes applicable requirements; amends existing rules for consistency with the new OTC category; repeals the conditions for sale applicable to hearing aids; amends the existing labeling requirements for hearing aids; and updates regulations relating to decisions on applications for exemption from Federal preemption that will become obsolete due to changes to the hearing aid requirements. To view the final rule, click [here](https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2022-08-17/pdf/2022-17230.pdf?ref=fdaweb.com).