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Cosmetic Regulations in Canada
Health Canada regulates cosmetics under the Food and Drugs Act and the Cosmetic Regulations. Cosmetic products must be notified through the Cosmetic Notification Form (CNF) and must comply with Canadian labelling, ingredient and safety requirements.
What do you need to sell cosmetics in Canada?
These are the key regulatory requirements that cosmetic products must meet before being placed on the Canadian market.
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Timeline for Compliance with Canada’s Updated Cosmetic Requirements
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October, 2024
Most updated requirements apply, with specific transitional periods for certain labelling obligations.
April, 2026
Deadline for compliance with updated labelling requirements, including fragrance allergen disclosure obligations.
August, 2028
Final transition deadline for certain existing products to comply with the updated fragrance allergen labelling requirements.
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How can we help you?
At Belab Services, we manage the regulatory process required to place your cosmetic products on the Canadian market, helping you comply efficiently and with confidence.
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We submit your CNF to Health Canada.
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We review and adapt your product labelling.
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We assess ingredients against Canadian restrictions and requirements.
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We provide ongoing regulatory advice on applicable changes.
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We support your company with Canadian regulatory representation.
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Regulated and Growing
Market
At Belab Services, we provide comprehensive regulatory support to help ensure your cosmetic products comply with Canadian requirements, whether they are manufactured locally or imported from abroad.
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Our 4-step process
This is how we work to help your product reach the Canadian market smoothly and in full compliance.
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Initial
Review
We analyse your product, ingredients and documentation to identify the applicable Canadian requirements.
Regulatory Adaptation
We adapt the required technical and labelling information to meet Canadian cosmetic requirements.
CNF
Submission
We prepare and submit the Cosmetic Notification Form (CNF) to Health Canada.
Responsible Person in Canada
We act as your Responsible Person in Canada and support your product’s compliance with Health Canada requirements.
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