09 Apr 2025
Health Canada Expands Restrictions on Ephedrine and Pseudoephedrine in Natural Health Products  

Health Canada Expands Restrictions on Ephedrine and Pseudoephedrine in Natural Health Products  

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On March 7, 2025, Health Canada released the Order Establishing Supplementary Rules Respecting the Sale of Natural Health Products Containing Ephedrine or Pseudoephedrine: SOR/2025-93, which builds upon the Interim Order published on May 17, 2024. This new order introduces more stringent regulatory oversight for natural health products (NHPs) containing ephedrine…
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19 Mar 2025
20 Years of Innovation: The Evolution of Consumer Packaging

20 Years of Innovation: The Evolution of Consumer Packaging

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In honour of celebrating 20 years of service, we’re continuing our trip down memory lane to summarize some key developments in the industry. DID YOU KNOW? If you’re looking for an even quicker and more cost-effective way into the market, we offer high quality over-label solutions for imported products! We…
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17 Mar 2025
Amazon Canada’s Compliance with Natural Health Product (NHP) Regulations

Amazon Canada’s Compliance with Natural Health Product (NHP) Regulations

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Selling Natural Health Products (NHPs) on Amazon Canada offers a valuable opportunity for businesses to reach a vast consumer base. However, in order to successfully market these products, it is crucial to ensure full compliance with Canadian regulations, especially those outlined by Health Canada. The regulations governing NHPs are strict,…
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11 Mar 2025
Health Canada’s New NHP Management Process: 2025 Updates You Should Know

Health Canada’s New NHP Management Process: 2025 Updates You Should Know

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Health Canada has introduced important updates to the management of Natural Health Products (NHPs) to enhance efficiency in the approval process. These changes specifically affect Class III NHP submissions, which will now be prioritized based on whether the products are being sold or manufactured in Canada. By focusing on these…
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05 Mar 2025
Health Canada Proposes Temporary Exemptions for NHP Labelling Requirements

Health Canada Proposes Temporary Exemptions for NHP Labelling Requirements

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On February 25, 2027, Health Canada announced a Notice of Intent to introduce a Ministerial Order that would temporarily exempt certain Natural Health Products (NHPs) from specific labelling provisions set to take effect in June 2025. This proposal aims to address implementation challenges faced by the industry while maintaining consumer…
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21 Feb 2025
Natural Health Products Regulations – Overview and Guidance for Canadian Market Entry

Natural Health Products Regulations – Overview and Guidance for Canadian Market Entry

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Navigating the complex and ever-evolving landscape of Natural Health Products Regulations (NHPR) in Canada is crucial for businesses hoping to enter the Canadian market. Canada offers a significant market opportunity for companies, similar to the U.S., but success depends on a thorough understanding of the regulatory requirements. Ensuring compliance with…
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30 Jan 2025
Updates to Regulations for Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) Products Sold as Natural Health Products

Updates to Regulations for Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) Products Sold as Natural Health Products

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December 2024 Update: Notice of Intent for Transition Period of New NRT Provisions Health Canada has issued a Notice of Intent to extend the transition period for the changes to the labelling and packaging requirements for Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) products. Initially, under the Supplementary Rules Respecting Nicotine Replacement Therapies…
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17 Jan 2025
20 Years of Natural Health Product Regulations in Canada

20 Years of Natural Health Product Regulations in Canada

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In honour of celebrating 20 years of service, we’ll be taking a trip down memory lane to summarize some key developments in the industry. DID YOU KNOW? Just like SNI, the NHP Regulations were born in 2004. This was a monumental step, providing a clear framework for the safety, efficacy,…
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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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04 Nov 2024
Decoding Prebiotic Claims: Ensuring Compliance for Canadian Markets

Decoding Prebiotic Claims: Ensuring Compliance for Canadian Markets

Canadian Food Regulations, Natural Health Products (NHPs), NHP Regulations, , , , , , , , , , , , ,
As the demand for prebiotic supplements and foods grows, the goal of capturing consumer interest must balance bold health benefit claims with regulatory compliance, especially in Canada. Prebiotics play a unique role in gut health, supporting beneficial bacteria and potentially influencing a range of physiological processes. For prebiotic products to…
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