BackgroundManufacturers or importers are obligated to submit a Cosmetic Notification Form (CNF) to Health Canada within 10 days from the first sale of a cosmetic in Canada. In the case of imported products, it is advisable to notify Health Canada before the importation takes place. Failure to notify may result in the denied entry into Canada or removed from sale. |
According to a notice sent by Health Canada, the Cosmetics Notification Form will be updated in March 2025. The key updates and considerations for companies are outlined in the table below: