Industry Trusted Food Label Review Services in Canada – Confident Market Entry!

Industry Trusted Food Label Review Services in Canada – Confident Market Entry!

Food labels in Canada are regulated consumer-facing materials that carry both technical and commercial weight. They must accurately communicate the identity of the product, its composition, the responsible party, applicable use or storage information, and any claims or representations made to consumers.  For food brands, importers, distributors, and retailers, a…
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Health Canada Melatonin Update: Pediatric Use to Become Prescription-Only 

Health Canada Melatonin Update: Pediatric Use to Become Prescription-Only 

Health Canada has announced an amendment to the human use section of the Prescription Drug List for “melatonin or its salts.” Effective June 2, 2026, melatonin products sold for sleep-related use in children and adolescents under 18 years of age will be classified as prescription drugs under the Food and Drug…
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How to Launch a Compliant Food Product in Canada: Understanding Current Canadian Food Labelling Regulations

How to Launch a Compliant Food Product in Canada: Understanding Current Canadian Food Labelling Regulations

For food brands entering the Canadian market, success hinges on more than taste and presentation, it depends on regulatory compliance, especially when it comes to product labels. Whether you’re a startup launching your first SKU or a multinational expanding your line, your product label is one of the most scrutinized…
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How to Comply with Energy Drink Regulations in Canada 

How to Comply with Energy Drink Regulations in Canada 

Energy drinks have become one of the most visible beverage categories in Canada, driven by new flavours, functional positioning, and growing consumer demand for products associated with energy, focus, and performance. Yet despite strong consumer demand, many brands enter the market without a regulatory and commercialization strategy designed for long-term success. …
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Health Canada’s New NHP Labelling Proposal Update: What Stakeholder Should Know

Health Canada’s New NHP Labelling Proposal Update: What Stakeholder Should Know

Health Canada’s Updated NHP Labelling Proposal: What Industry Should Know About Flexibility, Digital Labelling, and the New Transition Timeline  In the recent Natural Health Product Licensing Bulletin No. 10, published on May 11, 2026, Health Canada has confirmed that the current compliance date for the 2022 amendments to the natural health product (NHP) labelling requirements remains June 21, 2028.…
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U.S. Pet Food Regulations: Must Know Information for Streamlined Market Entry

U.S. Pet Food Regulations: Must Know Information for Streamlined Market Entry

Entering the United States pet food market requires a fundamentally different regulatory mindset than many other jurisdictions. Unlike countries that rely on centralized product licensing or pre-market authorization frameworks, the U.S. operates on a compliance-based system. There is no single approval that permits a pet food product to be sold nationally. Instead, regulatory acceptability is determined by whether…
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How to Navigate Stability Challenges of NHPs in Gummy Formats

How to Navigate Stability Challenges of NHPs in Gummy Formats

The natural health product (NHP) industry continues to expand with new innovations and active ingredients. At the same time, the dosage forms used to deliver these ingredients are evolving. In recent years, gummies have become an increasingly popular format, combining NHP benefits with convenience and a wide range of flavour profiles. …
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Sports Electrolyte Products Now Classified as Foods in Canada: What Industry Needs to Know 

Sports Electrolyte Products Now Classified as Foods in Canada: What Industry Needs to Know 

On April 23, 2026, Health Canada has formally confirmed the transition of sports electrolyte products from the Natural Health Product (NHP) framework to the food regulatory framework. This update, issued by the Health Canada Food and Nutrition Directorate in collaboration with the Natural and Non-prescription Health Products Directorate (NNHPD), reflects a broader regulatory shift toward aligning oversight with product…
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How to Comply with the New Labelling Requirements for NHPs

How to Comply with the New Labelling Requirements for NHPs

The Canadian natural health product (NHP) industry is undergoing a significant transformation with the introduction of new Plain Language Labelling (PLL) Regulations. These updated guidelines, published by Health Canada in 2022, aim to enhance transparency, standardization, and accessibility in NHP labelling. By replacing the previous 2006 regulations, the PLL framework…
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