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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
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).
Establishments must be approved by Servicio Agricola y Ganadero (SAG) and listed on the List of Canadian Establishments Approved to Export to Chile (Spanish only).
To add, update or remove a processing establishment on the list of Canadian establishments approved for export to Chile, please contact your local Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) office to initiate the request in writing and include the following information:
- name of the establishment
- establishment identification number
- full address of the establishment
- type of activity
The inspector will submit the request following the Operational procedure: Procedure for maintaining food export eligibility lists.
Note: The exporter must ensure the establishment is listed before submitting an application for a certificate. This information should be included in the manufacturer's declaration. See section 4.
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 (accessible only on the Government of Canada network) - RDIMS 15576674, 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
The health certificate CFIA/ACIA FA1051 contains animal health and public health requirements.
Animal health attestations:
- The animal health attestations on the health certificate CFIA/ACIA FA1051 are met based on the fact that Canada is recognized as free of foot and mouth disease and peste des petits ruminants by the World Organization for Animal Health (WHOA). These are reportable diseases in Canada.
Public health attestations:
- The public health attestations on the health certificate CFIA/ACIA FA1051 are met based on Canadian regulations. Dairy products must be made from pasteurized milk. Unpasteurized cheese must undergo a maturation process for a minimum of 60 days.
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.
The following information could be required for the labelling of certain products: the country, the name and the approval number of the establishment of origin according to the List of Canadian Establishments Approved to Export to Chile (Spanish only), the identification of the product, the date of production and the production batch number.
6. Documentation requirements
Canada has a negotiated certificate with Chile. Request for any additional statements must be confirmed by CFIA's Food Import Export Division (FIED).
Certificate
- Health certificate for the export of milk and/or dairy products for human consumption from Canada to Chile (CFIA/ACIA FA1051)
Note:
- The health certificate is signed by the official CFIA certifying agent.
- 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.