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VOC Regulations in Canada to Include Adhesives, Adhesive Removers, Sealants and Caulks

By: Dana Mladin, SENIOR TECHNICAL CONSULTANT The deadline to comply with Canada’s Volatile Organic Compound (VOC) Regulations is January 1, 2024. The deadline applies to categories including Adhesives, Adhesive Removers,...

The Domestic Substances List (DSL) and the Non-Domestic Substances List (NDSL)

By: Teah Jazey, REGULATORY AFFAIRS AND PRODUCT SAFETY SPECIALIST, email   What is CEPA and How Does it Impact Me? The Canadian Environmental Protection Act (CEPA), 1999 came into force...

Regulatory Requirements of DIN Issued Products

By: Joanna Chudyk, M.SC., REGULATORY AFFAIRS SPECIALIST, email What is a Drug Identification Number (DIN)? Drugs in Canada (over the counters, hard surface disinfectants, veterinary drugs, new drugs) require registration...

Health Canada Cosmetic Notification Process – What You Need to Know

By: Deeksha Chahal, JUNIOR REGULATORY AFFAIRS ASSOCIATE, email Expanding your cosmetic business into the Canadian market can be an exciting venture, but it also comes with regulatory responsibilities. To ensure...

Automotive and Household Maintenance Products Included in Canada’s New VOC Regulations

By: Dana Mladin, SENIOR TECHNICAL CONSULTANT, email Canada’s Volatile Organic Compound (VOC) Regulations come into effect January 1, 2024. This is the deadline for most product categories including automotive and...

NNHPD Identifies Concerns with Melaleuca Alternifolia

By: Jacqui Jenskey, DIRECTOR OF REGULATORY AFFAIRS, email Health Canada’s Natural and Non-Prescription Health Products Directorate (NNHPD) recently published a notice which identifies concerns about Melaleuca alternifolia, also known as...

SDS Authoring: What You Need to Know About Your Safety Data Sheet Consultant

By: Sarah D’Mello, SENIOR PRODUCT SAFETY SPECIALIST, email Are you considering outsourcing safety data sheet authoring? Before you proceed, it’s crucial to thoroughly assess any third-party consultant to verify that...

Canadian VOC Regulations for Personal Care Products

By: Jacqui Jenskey, DIRECTOR OF REGULATORY AFFAIRS, email January 1, 2024 is the deadline for all products except disinfectants to comply with Canada’s Volatile Organic Compound (VOC) Regulations. This includes...

Fragrance Allergens Disclosure in Cosmetics

By: Jacqui Jenskey, DIRECTOR OF REGULATORY AFFAIRS, email Health Canada is conducting a follow up survey to the previous Cost Benefit Analysis (CBA) survey (Feb, 2022) for feedback on the...

Aerosol Testing: How to Choose the Right Flammability Test Method

By: Dana Mladin, SENIOR TECHNICAL CONSULTANT, email If you have aerosol products that require flammability testing, but you’re confused about what specific testing requirements apply, you’ve come to the right...

Evaluating Stain Removal Performance in Home Laundering

By: Katherine Hatherley, LABORATORY TECHNICAL SPECIALIST, email You may have seen a laundry detergent commercial where two identical shirts are splashed with mud, wine, or rubbed with grass stain. This...

Testing the Effect of Household Chemicals on Home Surfaces (Clear and Pigmented Organic) ASTM D1308

By: Katherine Hatherley, LABORATORY TECHNICAL SPECIALIST, email When it comes to ensuring a positive consumer experience, testing the effects of household chemicals to determine if they have an undesired effect...

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