Food · Canada
Food in Canada: scope, official sources and a practical sequence for checking market requirements.
Requirements may vary by product, intended use, importer and destination. Verify the current official rules for your specific shipment.
Scope
Record the food type, country of origin, processing and intended use. Use AIRS and the food-import steps to assess admissibility.
Method and scope
Check licensing, preventive controls and traceability for the food and business concerned. Animal-origin foods and other specific categories need further screening.
Check packaged-food labeling and importer responsibilities. Keep batch, supplier and recipient-chain records.
Official source
CFIA Food ImportsThe source may require an account, region access or manual verification.
Check the route
- Identify the product, materials, intended use and target users.
- Check HS Code and the customs classification route.
- Confirm the importer and the responsibilities of each party.
- Read the product-specific official rules; additional requirements may apply.
- Check testing, documentation and labeling requirements where applicable.
- Reconcile the order, invoice, packing details and shipping documents.
- Confirm current requirements with the responsible authority or qualified adviser before shipment.