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Navigating the Regulatory Landscape: Selling Veterinary Health Products in Canada 

Veterinary Health Products (VHPs) in Canada play a vital role in promoting the wellbeing of both companion and food producing animals. VHPs in Canada are low-risk products that include vitamins,…
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HMIRA Claims: Protecting Confidential Business Information in Canada 

If you sell chemical products in Canada, you may be required to disclose ingredient information on your Safety Data Sheet (SDS) as part of the HPR (Hazardous Products Regulation). But…
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Understanding Canadian Food Labelling Regulations: A Guide to Country-of-Origin Food Labelling in Canada 

With more Canadian consumers prioritizing transparency and supporting local businesses, food brands are increasingly looking to highlight their Canadian roots. But under Canadian food labelling regulations, using the phrase “Canadian”…
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Probiotics, Prebiotics, Postbiotics — Oh My! 

Postbiotics have gained significant attention in recent years, but despite growing interest in these ingredients, regulatory acceptance in Canada remains uncertain.  In Canada, any product making a health claim must…
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Canada and Switzerland Updates Mutual Recognition Agreement for Drug GMP Evidence 

Health Canada has recently published an update in the Drug Establishment Licensing Bulletin #187, highlighting significant expansions to the Canada–Switzerland Mutual Recognition Agreement (MRA). While the text of the MRA…
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When Flame Projection Test Isn’t Enough: Understanding the UN TDG Enclosed Space Ignition Test for Aerosol Classification 

If your company manufactures, imports, or distributes aerosol products in Canada or internationally, it's critical to understand the full scope of classification requirements under the United Nations Recommendations on the…
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Online Marketing: Canadian-Tailored Websites 

It has become more and more necessary for companies selling their drug and health products in Canada to have a dedicated Canadian facing website. Recently, this has become especially true…
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Flash Point: The Essential Safety Parameter for Flammable Liquids and Solids 

When dealing with flammable substances, safety is a top priority. One of the most important indicators of a material’s fire risk is its flash point- the lowest temperature at which…
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Ignition Distance Testing: Ensuring Aerosol Safety and Regulatory Compliance 

Ignition distance testing is a critical analytical procedure used to determine the distance at which an aerosol product can be ignited when sprayed toward a standardized ignition source. This assessment…
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Choosing Between CCCR Schedule 1 and Official Method DO-30: A Guide for Household Aerosol Products  

When it comes to classifying and labeling household chemical products in Canada, manufacturers must adhere to strict regulations to ensure the safety of consumers. Aerosol products are classified as dangerous…
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Health Canada Medical Device Guidance: Terms and Conditions for Class II-IV Devices 

Health Canada has released a new guidance document outlining the use of Terms and Conditions (T&Cs) for Class II, III, and IV medical devices. Set to take effect on January…
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Master Disinfectant DIN holders need to transition to the new Biocides regulations soon! 

The Biocides Regulations came into force on May 31, 2025.  This means that now, all new surface disinfectant and sanitizer submissions must be filed under the new regulations administered by…

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