Canada Food Inspection Agency modernizes its Fertilizer Regulations

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) recently updated its Fertilizer Regulations to help modernize requirements and provide more flexibility to the industry. These changes begin a three-year transitionary period where industry can choose to comply with either the old or updated regulations on a product by product basis. The combination of provisions from the old and new regulations, however, is strictly prohibited. This approach allows for the exhaustion of existing stock in the supply chain and to minimize the costs associated with the new regulatory requirements.

The updates to requirements offer a more risk-based approach for safety of Canadians and the environment. Some of the changes to regulations include:

1. Labelling must include both English and French
2. Addition of definitions for micronutrient, active ingredient, and secondary nutrient
3. A five-year registration period
4. Personal use fertilizer importation exemption removed

The changes to Fertilizer Regulations will come into full effect in November 2023.

View the full update here.

How Sagentia Regulatory can help

Unsure if the old or new regulations are most appropriate for your product? Sagentia Regulatory’s, TSG Consulting’s, have over 20 years’ experience working to provide regulatory guidance to our clients in Canada. Our consultants understand all the aspects of complying with the CFIA regulations and can help you during the transition. If you have any questions about these requirements, contact us at [email protected]