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- Eligible/ineligible product
- Pre-export approvals by the competent authority of the importing country
- Product specifications
- Production controls and inspection requirements
- Labelling, packaging and marking requirements
- Required documents
- Other information
1. Eligible/ineligible product
1.1 Eligible
It is the responsibility of the exporter to confirm with the importer that the product can be exported and will be covered by the current certificate.
Examples of dairy products that have already been exported to Trinidad and Tobago:
- Butter and other fats and oils derived from milk
- Evaporated milk
- Cheese (Cheddar and cheddar types, specialty cheese, processed cheese, fresh cheese)
- Ice Cream (dairy based edible ice)
- Skim milk powder
- Whole milk powder
- Whey products
- Yogurt
1.2 Ineligible
No information is known regarding ineligible products.
2. Pre-export approvals by the competent authority of the importing country
2.1 Country
Canada is authorized to export dairy products.
2.2 Establishments
No information is known regarding an approved establishment list.
The manufacturing of dairy products must be under the official oversight of the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) and be licensed under the Safe Food for Canadian Regulations (SFCR).
2.3 Products
No information is known regarding products registration.
2.4 Import permit
An import permit may be required; the exporter should work with the importer to verify this condition.
3. Product specifications
No information is known regarding product specifications. Microbiological requirements and maximum residue limits in Trinidad and Tobago may differ from those in Canada. Failure to comply with these standards could result in a shipment being rejected at the border control port.
4. Production controls and inspection requirements
The manufacturer must be aware of the standards and requirements of the importing country. An export control plan must be in place to demonstrate that your products meet the requirements of the importing country.
Manufacturer's declaration
- All export requests for milk and dairy products must be accompanied by a Manufacturer's declaration completed and signed by an authorized person of the food manufacturing establishment/facility
- To request a template of the Manufacturer's Declaration (accessible only on the Government of Canada network) RDIMS 15576674, please contact your local CFIA office
- The product(s) must be clearly identified on the manufacturer's declaration and match exactly the product(s) that are part of the export shipment
Note: Inspectors will verify that the manufacturer's declaration is completed appropriately and reserve the right to request any other information that they think is necessary for the final certification of the product.
Certification requirements
The health certificate CFIA/ACIA 5813 contains animal health and public health requirements.
Animal health attestations
The animal health requirements on the health certificate CFIA/ACIA 5813 are met based on Canadian regulations. In Canada, foot and mouth disease, rinderpest, Rift Valley fever and Peste des petits ruminants are reportable disease under the Health of Animals Act.
Public health attestations
The public health requirements on the health certificate CFIA/ACIA 5813 are met based on Canadian regulations.
Dairy products manufactured in Canada and destined for the market of Trinidad and Tobago are also subject to pasteurization or any combination of control measures with equivalent level of performance, in accordance with the recommendations of World Organization for Animal Health and/or as indicated in the Codex Alimentarius Code of Hygienic Practice for Milk and Milk Products.
5. Labelling, packaging and marking requirements
It is the exporter's responsibility to meet all labelling, packaging and marking requirements of the importing country.
6. Required documents
Canada does not have a negotiated certificate with Trinidad and Tobago. The certificate below is accepted, however, it is highly recommended to the exporter to verify this information with its importer.
Requests for any additional statements must be confirmed by CFIA's Food Import Export Division (FIED).
Certificate
- Health certificate for the export of dairy products and dairy based products for human consumption (CFIA/ACIA 5813)
Note:
- The health certificate is signed by the CFIA official veterinarian and official inspector
- This country accepts the digital certificate signed electronically
- Export certificates cannot be issued for products that have left Canada
7. Other information
Exported products transiting through a country may require transit documentation. It is the responsibility of the exporter to ensure that the shipment will be accompanied by all necessary certificates.
A certificate of origin (CO) could be requested during the import control procedure at the border inspection posts. The CO is issued by chambers of commerce.
Samples (personal or commercial) may be subject to the same requirements as a regular shipment. It is strongly recommended that the exporter verify these requirements with their importer.
Relevant links
- World Organisation of Animal Health
- Reportable diseases: Terrestrial animals
- Safe Food for Canadians Licence Registry
- Guide for preparing an Export Control Plan (ECP)
- Search for a Canadian Export Certificate (This website allows you to authenticate export certificates issued by the CFIA)