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…