Importing food and farm products can involve rules in the areas below. Which ones apply depends on the product, where it comes from, how it is processed and where it goes in Canada.
Product admissibility
Country of origin
Supplier eligibility
Establishment eligibility
Food safety
Plant health
Animal health
Veterinary documentation
Phytosanitary documentation
Labelling
Packaging
Traceability
Customs
Import licensing
Importer responsibilities
Important
Requirements vary by product and shipment. Final import eligibility and documentation requirements must be verified with the applicable authorities and qualified trade professionals before shipment. This page is informational and does not constitute legal advice.