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- 1. Eligible/ineligible product
- 2. Pre-export approvals by competent authority of importing country
- 3. Product specifications
- 4. Production controls and inspection requirements
- 5. Labelling, packaging and marking requirements
- 6. Documentation requirements
- 7. Other information
1. Eligible/ineligible product
Eligible
- All dairy products, however, this will have to be confirmed by the importer
Ineligible
- Information not available
2. Pre-export approvals by the competent authority of the importing country
Country
Canada is authorized to export dairy products.
Establishments
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).
In order to export dairy products to Panama, processing establishments must be approved by the Panamanian authorities. However, this requirement may only apply to certain dairy products. The exporter must verify with the importer whether its products must meet this requirement. If so, the information below must be provided to your local CFIA office, in order to the Food Import and Export Division (DIEA) can complete the Establishment Approval Request Form for the Agencia Panameña de Alimentos (accessible only on the Government of Canada network – RDIMS 21380710).
- Country
- Province
- Address
- Establishment name (should be the name that may appear on packaging and/or any relevant shipping related documentation)
- Establishment identification number
- HS code associated with the product
The list of approved establishments is available on the Agencia Panameña de Alimentos (APA) website by selecting the tab Listados paises elegibles con aprobacion de plantas (Spanish only). Note that the link may not always work.
Note
- The information provided above must be in Spanish or English
- The validity period of the establishment's approval is limited in time
- It is the responsibility of the manufacturer to ensure/confirm that the establishment is on the list of establishments approved by the APA. This information must be added to the manufacturer's declaration under the additional information section
Products
Product approval may be required depending on the HS code associated with the exported product. It is recommended that the exporter verify this requirement with their importer.
3. Product specifications
Information not available.
4. Production controls and inspection requirements
The manufacturer must be aware of the standards and requirements of the importing country. A specific export procedure must be in place.
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, 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
Animal health attestations
- The animal health requirements on the health certificate CFIA/ACIA 5813 are met based on Canadian regulations. For the list of diseases, please refer to the link listed in section 7
Public health attestations
- The public health requirements on the health certificate CFIA/ACIA 5813 are met based on Canadian regulations
Import permit
An import permit may be required. Exporter should work with the importer to verify this condition.
5. Labelling, packaging and marking requirements
It is the exporter's responsibility to meet all the requirements for labelling, packaging and marking requirements as required by the importing country.
6. Documentation requirements
Canada does not have a negotiated certificate with Panama. The certificate below is issued on the basis of commercial risk. Request 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
- 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.
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.