Canadian Food Regulations - SNI Inc.

02 May 2024

HACCP and Foreign Suppliers – What you should look for under the Safe Food for Canadians Regulations

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The Safe Food for Canadians Regulations requires that imported foods are subject to the same level of hazard analysis and preventive food safety controls as food that is produced in Canada. Supplier assurances ensure HACCP aspects are in place and the food will be safe to import into the Canadian…

13 Mar 2024

How to Verify a Supplement’s NPN and Canadian Market Readiness

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A product’s Natural Product Number (NPN) is an important part of its Canadian regulatory status, but it is only one step in assessing whether a product is ready for market. Supplement brands, importers, and distributors should confirm that the licence matches the product being sold and that the product’s label,…

11 Mar 2024

We’re Presenting: Advantage Austria Food Webinars

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We're excited to announce two exclusive webinars hosted by Advantage Austria that will explore the intricate landscape of Canadian food regulations. Led by industry experts, these sessions promise to equip you with invaluable insights to navigate the regulatory framework in Canada effectively. Webinar 1: Overview of Canadian Food Labelling Date:…

01 Feb 2024

Navigating the Regulatory Landscape: Ensuring Safety and Compliance in the Energy Drink Industry

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In a recent article released by the Government of Canada, concerns were raised about the safety of various brands of caffeinated energy drinks due to potential issues related to caffeine content and labelling. This announcement serves as a crucial reminder of the stringent regulations in place to protect consumers from…

22 Jan 2024

E-commerce Food Labelling: Things to Note

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The landscape of food purchasing has evolved with the rise of e-commerce, presenting challenges in providing essential information to online shoppers. If you are planning to enter a new market through online sales only, there are still many compliance aspects to consider. When it comes to the requirements for your…

11 Jan 2024

5 Dietary Supplement Violations and How to Avoid Them

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With a projected U.S. market size of over $300 billion by 2030, the dietary supplement category has never presented more opportunities for brand success. In a health-conscious society, dietary supplements can play a significant role in supporting individuals' well-being, but the growing popularity of these supplements has brought attention to the…

21 Nov 2023

RECAP: PLMA’s 2023 Private Label Trade Show in Chicago

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Here’s the “Deep Dish” from SNI’s PLMA Experience in Chicago The bustling city of Chicago recently played host to the much-anticipated Private Label Manufacturers Association (PLMA) Trade Show, and our own Stuart Greenfield - Director, Business Development and Marcel Fisette - Director, Creative Services were right in the heart of…

27 Oct 2023

Food Fraud: Do you know what you’re paying for??

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Nobody wants to feel taken advantage of, and we all generally want to believe that the food we purchase is what it says it is – but is this the case? Food fraud includes many different types of food misrepresentation including mislabeling, adulterating, substituting lower quality ingredients, and making false…

24 Oct 2023

Confused by date labelling on food products? You’re not alone!

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In a recent CBC article, it is reported that the House of Commons committee on Agriculture and Agri-food has put forth a suggestion to eliminate Best Before date labels on food items. This proposal aims to tackle the issue of food waste and its reduction. When consumers see that a food…

01 Sep 2023

Proactive Risk Management: Helping Manufacturers Avoid a Recall

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Attention, Manufacturers: Shared machinery might be a cost-effective approach, but it's essential to note its potential impact on allergen labelling. Using shared machinery for multiple product types means that different types of allergens could appear as trace amounts in your final product. These allergens might not be intentionally added,…