24 Mar 2025
FDA ESG NextGen Launch: Key Dates, Features, and Transition Guide for Users 

FDA ESG NextGen Launch: Key Dates, Features, and Transition Guide for Users 

Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Regulations and Updates, , , ,
As part of its ongoing efforts to modernize and streamline the submission process, the FDA is transitioning from its legacy Electronic Submission Gateway (ESG) system to ESG NextGen. This new platform is designed to make regulatory submissions more efficient, secure, and user-friendly, all while enhancing the overall user experience. The…
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03 Mar 2025
Importing Food from Europe to Canada: Review of Requirements

Importing Food from Europe to Canada: Review of Requirements

Food and Beverage, International Trade, , , , , ,
As global trade continues to expand, the import of food products from Europe to Canada presents significant opportunities for businesses looking to reach new markets. However, ensuring compliance with both European and Canadian food regulations is crucial for a smooth and successful import process. The European Union (EU) enforces some…
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18 Feb 2025
The FDA’s New “Healthy” Labeling Rules for Foods

The FDA’s New “Healthy” Labeling Rules for Foods

Food and Beverage, Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Regulations and Updates, , , ,
On December 19, 2024 , the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) unveiled an update to its Final Ruling on the use of the “healthy” label for food products—a refreshed tool that helps consumers identify health foods that reflect current nutrition science and Federal dietary guidance. This update is part…
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04 Feb 2025
Canada’s tariffs on U.S. products: Impact on food, cosmetics, and health goods

Canada’s tariffs on U.S. products: Impact on food, cosmetics, and health goods

International Trade, , , , , ,
On February 1, 2025, the Government of Canada formally responded to the U.S. tariffs on Canadian goods by announcing its own set of countermeasures. These tariffs on U.S. products are scheduled to take effect on February 4, 2025. As part of this response, the Department of Finance released a detailed…
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07 Jan 2025
SNI is celebrating 20 years of servicing the industry in 2025

SNI is celebrating 20 years of servicing the industry in 2025

Clinical Trials, Market Entry Support, Natural Health Products (NHPs), Wellness, , , , , , , ,
SNI is celebrating 20 years of servicing the industry in 2025. Time really does fly when you’re having fun! Our story goes back a long way, starting in a basement office in Winnipeg suburbia. We never imagined we’d someday be one of the leading market entry service providers, and we…
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08 May 2024
Safe Food for Canadians License: A Guide for Importers

Safe Food for Canadians License: A Guide for Importers

Canadian Food Regulations, Food and Beverage, International Trade, Market Entry Support, U.S. Food Regulations, , , , , , , , , ,
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…
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15 Feb 2024
Food Import Compliance – Licensing and Registration

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 Regulations, , , , , , , , , , ,
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…
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15 Jan 2024
Crossing the border out of the USA– regulatory considerations and possible funding support

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 Regulations, , , , , , , , , ,
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…
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11 Jan 2024
5 Dietary Supplement Violations and How to Avoid Them

5 Dietary Supplement Violations and How to Avoid Them

Canadian Food Regulations, Food and Beverage, Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Regulations and Updates, General Regulations, , , , , , , , , , ,
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…
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21 Nov 2023
RECAP: PLMA’s 2023 Private Label Trade Show in Chicago

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

Canadian Food Regulations, Events, Food and Beverage, International Trade, Market Entry Support, Natural Health Products (NHPs), U.S. Food Regulations, , , , , , , , , ,
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…
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