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- A list of permitted synonyms or abbreviations for some food additives authorised for use in Canada.
Program: Food
- On July 6, 2022, Health Canada published amendments to the Food and Drug Regulations (Nutrition Symbols, Other Labelling Provisions, Vitamin D and Hydrogenated Fats or Oils) in Canada Gazette Part II (CGII).
Program: Food
- A mandatory allergen and gluten declaration is required on a prepackaged food label when the allergen or gluten source is added to the food. A cross contamination statement can only be used when an allergen…
Program: Food
- Fats and oils sold in Canada are subject to specific labelling requirements. Where there is no specific standard for a fat or oil, other national or international standards are referred to.
Program: Food
- Understanding the regulations for food businesses: a handbook
Program: Food
- Steviol glycosides are a sweetener (food additive) regulated in Canada. It consists principally of one or more steviol glycosides originating from the Stevia rebaudiana Bertoni plant or obtained through…
Program: Food
- The Safe Food for Canadians Regulations (SFCR) prescribe grade, container size and labelling requirements for some foods. Food marketed in import or interprovincial trade must comply with the prescribed…
Program: Food
- Imported fresh fruits or vegetables as well as those that are manufactured, graded, packaged or labelled in Canada are subject to specific labelling requirements.
Program: Food
- A net quantity declaration must appear on the principal display panel of consumer prepackaged product labels. Certain prepackaged foods are subject to specific requirements. Exemptions may also apply.
Program: Food
- This document is incorporated by reference in the Safe Food for Canadian Regulations (SFCR).
Program: Food