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- 1. Eligible/ineligible product
- 2. Pre-export approvals by the competent authority of the importing country
- 3. Product specifications
- 4. Labelling, packaging and marking requirements
- 5. Documentation requirements
- 6. Other information
1. Eligible/ineligible product
Eligible
All processed products for export to Thailand must be manufactured or processed in food establishments licensed under the Safe Food for Canadians Regulations (SFCR) with the licence activity "Preparing food for export".
Ineligible
Information not available
2. Pre-export approvals by the competent authority of the importing country
Import licence
Before importing food for sale in Thailand, the Thai importer must first obtain an import licence issued by the Thailand Food and Drug Administration (Thai FDA). The application process requires the importer to submit required documentation, including business registration and approval of the importing establishment through inspection.
Import permit
An import permit may be required for food shipments to be admitted to Thailand. Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) does not have a list of food product types which require an import permit issued by Thai FDA prior to export from Canada.
Note: CFIA strongly recommends that Canadian exporters work closely with their Thai importer to verify Thailand's import requirements prior to export.
3. Product specifications
Establishments must be aware of and have manufacturing, processing, and export control procedures in place to identify and comply with Thailand's specific product standards and requirements.
4. Grade, labelling, packaging, and marking requirements
It is the exporter's responsibility to meet all the requirements for grade, labelling, packaging, and marking requirements as required by Thailand.
5. Documentation requirements
Certificate of Free Sale (CFIA/ACIA 5786)
The certificate of free sale is required for export of maple syrup to Thailand.
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 documents.
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.