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Updates to Canada’s Cosmetic Notification Form: Key Changes and Compliance Tips

By: Ivy Tang, PRINCIPAL REGULATORY CONSULTANT, email The Cosmetic Notification Form (CNF) is a regulatory requirement in Canada designed to ensure that cosmetics comply with safety standards outlined in…

14 Oct

Renewing Foreign Buildings with Expired GMP Evidence | Drug Establishment Licence (DEL)

By: Steve McCarthy, DIRECTOR OF REGULATORY AFFAIRS, email Published: July 9, 2024 - Drug Establishment Licensing Bulletin 174 In early 2024, Health Canada lifted the temporary measures that allowed the…

07 Oct

Navigating Natural Health Products (NHPs) Quality Assurance in Canada

By: Ivy Tang, PRINCIPAL REGULATORY CONSULTANT, email Understanding the Natural Health Products Regulations in Canada Navigating the landscape of Natural Health Products (NHPs) in Canada requires a thorough understanding of…

04 Oct

Introduction of Two New NHP Monographs: Sports Electrolyte Supplements and Oral Rehydration Solutions

By: Joanna Chudyk, SENIOR REGULATORY AFFAIRS SPECIALIST, email The Natural and Non-prescription Health Products Directorate (NNHPD) has announced updates in their Batch 4a consultation: new monographs for Sports Electrolyte Supplements…

03 Oct

An Overview of Medical Device Classes in Canada

By: By: Ivy Tang, PRINCIPAL REGULATORY CONSULTANT, email Introduction In Canada, the intended use of a medical device primarily determines its class. Classification must be consistent with the claims that…

02 Oct

Navigating Glass Cleaner Regulations and Testing in Canada: A Beginner Friendly Guide

By: Alison Senyi, SENIOR PRODUCT SAFETY SPECIALIST, email In Canada, glass cleaners are subject to stringent regulations under various frameworks, including the Canadian Consumer Chemicals and Containers Regulations (CCCR),…

01 Oct

Medical Devices Canada | Regulatory Overview

By: By: Ivy Tang, PRINCIPAL REGULATORY CONSULTANT, email Introduction to Medical Devices in Canada Medical devices are defined in the Food and Drugs Act as health or medical instruments used…

30 Sep

Pesticide Device Regulations in Canada

By: Deeksha Chahal, REGULATORY AFFAIRS SPECIALIST, email The Pest Control Products Act (PCPA) is a Canadian law that regulates the manufacture, importation, sale, and use of pest control products. Among…

27 Sep

Important Changes to Directions for Use for Antiseptic Skin Cleansers

By: Jacqui Jenskey, DIRECTOR OF REGULATORY AFFAIRS, email The Natural and Non-prescription Health Products Directorate (NNHPD) has recently revised the Antiseptic Skin Cleanser Monograph, which means manufacturers and product licence…

25 Sep

Navigating Laundry Detergent Regulations and Testing Methods: A Comparison between Canada and the U.S.

By: Ivy Tang, PRINCIPAL REGULATORY CONSULTANT, email and Farah El Saad, JUNIOR LABORATORY TECHNICIAN, email Introduction Laundry detergent regulations are more than just bureaucratic red tape—they're vital to ensuring consumer…

20 Sep

The Ultimate Guide to Medical Device Quality Assurance: Understanding Quality Assurance Processes in Canada

By: Ivy Tang, PRINCIPAL REGULATORY CONSULTANT, email What is Medical Device Quality Assurance? Medical devices in Canada encompass a broad spectrum of instruments utilized in the treatment, diagnosis, mitigation,…

18 Sep

U.S. Regulations for Laundry Detergents

By: Ivy Tang, PRINCIPAL REGULATORY CONSULTANT, email When it comes to laundry detergents, the U.S. has a comprehensive set of regulations aimed at ensuring consumer safety, environmental protection, and…

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