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- Eligible/ineligible product
- Pre-export approvals by the competent authority of the importing country
- Production controls and inspection requirements
- Labelling, packaging and marking requirements
- Required documents
- Other information
1. Eligible/Ineligible product
Eligible
- Information not available. An import permit might be necessary.
Ineligible
- Information not available.
2. Pre-export approvals by the competent authority of the importing country
Establishments
No information known regarding an approved establishment list.
3. Production controls and inspection requirements
The manufacturer must be aware of the standards and requirements of the importing country. A specific procedure must be in place.
If applicable, the importer and exporter are responsible for providing the required halal certification for exported dairy products.
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.
4. Labelling, packaging and marking requirements
It is the exporter's responsibility to meet all the requirements for labelling, packaging and marking requirements as per the importing country.
5. Required documents
Canada does not have a negotiated certificate with Syria. The certificate below is issued on the basis of commercial risk.
Certificate
- Health certificate for the export of dairy products and dairy based products for human consumption CFIA/ACIA 5813.
Note:
- This certificate is signed by the CFIA official veterinarian and official inspector.
- It is the responsibility of the exporter to check that the certificate above covers the requirements of Syria. Specific import conditions could be required. If this is the case, please forward these conditions to your local CFIA office who will forward them to the Food Import and Export Division (FIED) for review and action if necessary.
- Export certificates cannot be issued for products that have left Canada.
6. 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.