Food and Beverage - SNI Inc.

15 May 2024

Allergen Labelling & Recalls – What you need to know

Canadian Food Regulations, Food and BeverageAllergic reactions, Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA), CFIA, Customer Safety, FDA, Food Allergies, food labelling, Food Recall, food safety, Lactose Intolerance, Recall, risk evaluation, US FDA

According to Food Allergy Canada, more than 3 million Canadians self-report having at least one food allergy and 1-in-2 Canadian households are impacted by food allergy. Accurate food labelling is crucial to make sure consumers get the required information about the product they are about to eat! What’s the risk?…

08 May 2024

Safe Food for Canadians License: A Guide for Importers

Canadian Food Regulations, Food and Beverage, International Trade, Market Entry Support, U.S. Food RegulationsCanada Food Regulations, food safety, foreign suppliers, HACCP, Importing to Canada, IPCP, Recalls, regulations, Safe Food for Canadians Act (SFCA), Safe Food for Canadians licence (SFC licence), Traceability Program

Canadian food businesses that import, export, manufacture and store food are subject to the Safe Food for Canadians Act (SFCA) and Regulations (SFCR). In order to obtain a Safe Food for Canadians importing license, the importer must have the following documented and implemented programs: Traceability Recall Customer Complaints Preventive Control…

02 May 2024

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

Canadian Food Regulations, Food and BeverageCanada Food Regulations, food industry, Food Regulations, food safety, foreign suppliers, HACCP, hazard analysis, imported food, Safe Food for Canadians, Safe Food for Canadians Regulations

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

Canadian Food Regulations, Food and BeverageCFIA, dietary supplement, FDA, food industry, food labelling, food supply, health, ingredient quality, nutrients, regulations, supplement safety, supplements

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

Canadian Food Regulations, Events, Food and Beverage, Front-of-Pack (FOP) Labelling, Supplemented FoodsBob Cowie, canadian labelling, Erin Taraborrelli, food labelling, Front-of-Packaging, GHY International, Importing to Canada, Nutrition Labelling, Regulatory Affairs, Safe Food for Canadians Regulations, webinar

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:…

08 Mar 2024

March is Nutrition Month in Canada

Food and Beverage, WellnessCanada's Healthy Eating Strategy, Canadian Food Inspection Agency, CFIA, Dietitians, Dietitians Canada, FDA, food industry, food labelling, food supply, health, Health and Fitness, ingredient quality, nutrients, Nutrition month, nutrition month in canada

March is Canadian Nutrition Month, an opportunity to acknowledge the importance of health and nutrition in our population. This initiative is spearheaded by Dietitians of Canada, an organization that continually recognizes the influence that dietitians have on Canadian’s well-being. A registered dietitian can guide you in adapting your lifestyle and diet…

15 Feb 2024

Food Import Compliance – Licensing and Registration

Food and Beverage, Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Regulations and Updates, General Regulations, International Trade, Market Entry Support, U.S. Food Regulationscanada and US border, Canadian Food Inspection Agency, Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA), CFIA, classifications, food compliance, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), importing foods, Licensing and registration, regulations, Safe Food for Canadians Act (SFCA), Safe Food for Canadians licence (SFC licence)

Importing food products into Canada and the United States can come with its share of challenges, particularly when it comes to compliance with regulations. Both countries have stringent standards in place to ensure the safety and quality of food products entering into their markets. Businesses that are food importers must…

01 Feb 2024

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

Canadian Food Regulations, Food and Beverage, U.S. Food Regulationscaffeine, energy drinks, food labelling, food recalls, health canada, labelling, labelling issues, marketing authorization, Recalls

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

Canadian Food Regulations, Food and Beverageconsumer safety, E-commerce, food labelling, health canada, labelling updates, online grocery shopping, online shopping, online store

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…

15 Jan 2024

Crossing the border out of the USA– regulatory considerations and possible funding support

Food and Beverage, International Trade, Market Entry Support, U.S. Drug Regulations, U.S. Food Regulationsborder crossing, exporting products, FAS, Food Export Midwest, Food Export Northeast, Foreign Agricultural Services, Regulatory Affairs, Southern US Trade Association, SUSTA, USDA, use border

Our team at SNI has helped countless clients successfully export their products from the US market into other countries. When it comes time to evaluate the potential export of your products, we are here to help! Our team has expert knowledge on product classification, formulation considerations, and all aspects of…