Checklist for submitting product specific inquiry (IQ)

The 3 year regulatory transition period (October 26, 2020 to October 26, 2023) has ended. Regulated parties, including all manufacturers, importers, distributors and sellers of fertilizers and supplements must adhere to the amended Fertilizers Regulations.

There is an exception for downstream producers, who have until October 26, 2025 to transition. Learn more about the implementation of the amended Fertilizers Regulations.

The information requirements below pertain only to product specific inquiries. General inquiries require a cover letter, at minimum.

Submission requirements

  • Cover letter:
    • explaining the intent of the inquiry
    • purpose of import/end use (if applicable)
  • A copy of the proposed marketplace label in both official languages (English and French)
  • Constituent materials:
    • identification and description of all materials used in the production of the end product (include all formulants; dust control anticaking agents etc.)
    • the source of the materials used
    • proportion of the materials
  • Description of the manufacturing/blending process