What Is a Cosmetic Notification Form (CNF)? In Canada, every cosmetic product that is sold, imported, or distributed must be notified to Health Canada through a Cosmetic Notification Form (CNF). The CNF is a mandatory submission under the Cosmetic Regulations of the Food and Drugs Act, ensuring that Health Canada has access to essential information… Continue reading Understanding the Canadian Agent Requirement for Cosmetic Notification Forms (CNF)
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Health Canada’s New Cosmetic Regulations: What Brands Need to Know in 2024–2025
The cosmetics industry in Canada is undergoing major regulatory changes that will impact every manufacturer, importer, and brand selling personal care products. With Health Canada’s recent overhaul of the Cosmetic Regulations (SOR/2024-63) and updates to the Cosmetic Ingredient Hotlist, transparency and consumer safety are at the forefront. In this blog, we break down the most… Continue reading Health Canada’s New Cosmetic Regulations: What Brands Need to Know in 2024–2025
Site Licensing for NHPs in Canada: Who Needs It and Why?
Site Licensing for NHPs in Canada: Who Needs It and Why? If you’re planning to manufacture, label, package, or import Natural Health Products (NHPs) in Canada, there’s one key regulatory step you can’t skip:obtaining a Site Licence from Health Canada. This article explains what a site licence is, who needs it, and how to stay… Continue reading Site Licensing for NHPs in Canada: Who Needs It and Why?
Natural Health Products (NHPs): Definition and Canadian Regulatory Overview
What Are Natural Health Products (NHPs)? Natural Health Products (NHPs) are substances used to maintain or improve health. In Canada, they include a wide range of products such as: Vitamins and minerals Herbal remedies Homeopathic medicines Traditional medicines (e.g., Ayurvedic, Traditional Chinese Medicine) Probiotics Essential fatty acids and amino acids These products are available without… Continue reading Natural Health Products (NHPs): Definition and Canadian Regulatory Overview