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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
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
No information 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).
Products
No information known regarding products registration.
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.
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 United Arab Emirates, for example Arabic labelling.
6. Documentation requirements
Canada does not have a negotiated certificate with the United Arab Emirates. 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:
- The health certificate is signed by the CFIA official veterinarian and official inspector.
- Halal certification may be required. The importer and exporter are responsible for providing the required halal certification for exported dairy products. The CFIA is not involved in the halal certification.
- 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.