Micellar water has become a staple in skincare routines across Canada. Celebrated for its gentle cleansing properties, no-rinse convenience, and ability to remove makeup and impurities, micellar water is widely...
In February 2025, Health Canada’s Consumer and Hazardous Product Safety Directorate amended several ingredients on the Cosmetic Ingredient Hotlist. The Hotlist serves as an administrative tool to identify prohibited and...
Date Issued: August 14, 2025Purpose: To clarify Health Canada’s regulatory stance on topical products containing human-derived biological substances and guide stakeholders on compliance with the Food and Drugs Act (FDA)....
In late 2024, Health Canada released an updated version of its Recall Guide (GUI-0039) to include biocides alongside drugs and natural health products (NHPs). This updated guidance outlines the regulatory...
Fertilizers play a critical role in agriculture, ensuring healthy crop production and contributing to Canada’s food security. Commercial fertilizers are widely used in Canadian agriculture to maintain soil fertility and...
On July 25, 2025, the Natural and Non-prescription Health Products Directorate (NNHPD) released an updated monograph for Green Tea Extract. This update is part of the broader initiative that began...
Short answer: Yes — changing a fragrance does change your formulation, and it can significantly impact your product’s regulatory compliance. This is a common question we receive from clients developing...
On September 2, 2025, Health Canada published a Notice of Modification confirming that chewing gum is once again exempt from the energy conditions tied to the “free of sugars” nutrient...
The site licensing process for Natural Health Products has seen Health Canada making regular improvements to their review process and expectations. This affects the comments and questions Health Canada provides...
Introduction In an industry as heavily regulated and rapidly evolving as cannabis, staying compliant isn’t a static achievement- it’s an ongoing responsibility. One of the most effective ways to maintain...
Canadians have made it clear: they want to support Canadian businesses and buy Canadian products. To meet this demand, the Government of Canada published updated guidance for all of industry...
Since the legalization of recreational cannabis in Canada in October 2018, the industry has experienced rapid growth, contributing billions of dollars to the economy, creating jobs, and positioning the country...
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