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Exporting or importing goods to and from other countries is not really a simple process as the shipper needs not only to choose the right carrier depending on the type of items, but also use appropriate packaging materials and abide with the rules of certain territory. And it is one typical experience for others not being able to follow the regulations that consequently resulted to the delay of the delivery of items, which is why knowing those before the shipment is very crucial regardless of the size of materials or the priorities of the company or individual. Thus, if you are planning to ship to Canada from the U.S. or vice versa, these are the packaging regulations being implemented by the Competition Bureau, Industry Canada and the Canadian Food Inspection Agency that you should follow:
Prepackaged Products
These are the products that are packaged for selling purposes or are purchased by buyers without doing any re-packaging. And one law in Canada regarding importation and advertisement of prepackaged items requires that the items must be labeled with the net quantity that can be in the form of unit of measurement or numerical figure depending on what is preferable for the shipper or is ideal for the type of package.
Product Descriptions
It is also required by the Canadian government that the products should have clear descriptions regarding the quality, type, function, performance, origin, and/or manufacturing method. This is somewhat stricter as the refurbished phone, for instance, cannot be represented as new product; hence, specifying the item is very important. Further, the shipper is also advised to provide environmental claims whether the products are recyclable or biodegradable, and product claims such as freezing state.
Bilingual Requirements
The Consumer Packaging and Labeling Act of Canada also requires that the prepackaged products should have label of English and French which are the official languages in the country. However, there is an exemption with such rule more particularly regarding the identity and the place of origin of the company, manufacturer, packager, or processor that can be labeled in either of the said languages.
Labeling
A label is defined by the Canadian government as any sign, imprint, stamp, brand, tag, or mark, and the information on the packages regardless of the contents should not be misleading or false as specified in certain act. Thus, if the product is shown as having four plates but the image presents six, it will be considered as a violation.
Exemptions
There are exemptions which are beneficial for the shippers not to follow the regulations; specifically, they include the prepackaged items which are manufactured or produced for industrial or commercial companies and specific entities for exclusive use and not for sale to the buyers. Further, it also covers the prepackaged products which are manufactured or produced merely for export or sale of duty-free stores throughout the country.
Following these rules in shipping goods from or to Canada is certainly necessary for you to avoid the consequences if you violate even one of them to the detriment of your personal or business transaction.
These are the products that are packaged for selling purposes or are purchased by buyers without doing any re-packaging. And one law in Canada regarding importation and advertisement of prepackaged items requires that the items must be labeled with the net quantity that can be in the form of unit of measurement or numerical figure depending on what is preferable for the shipper or is ideal for the type of package.
Product Descriptions
It is also required by the Canadian government that the products should have clear descriptions regarding the quality, type, function, performance, origin, and/or manufacturing method. This is somewhat stricter as the refurbished phone, for instance, cannot be represented as new product; hence, specifying the item is very important. Further, the shipper is also advised to provide environmental claims whether the products are recyclable or biodegradable, and product claims such as freezing state.
Bilingual Requirements
The Consumer Packaging and Labeling Act of Canada also requires that the prepackaged products should have label of English and French which are the official languages in the country. However, there is an exemption with such rule more particularly regarding the identity and the place of origin of the company, manufacturer, packager, or processor that can be labeled in either of the said languages.
Labeling
A label is defined by the Canadian government as any sign, imprint, stamp, brand, tag, or mark, and the information on the packages regardless of the contents should not be misleading or false as specified in certain act. Thus, if the product is shown as having four plates but the image presents six, it will be considered as a violation.
Exemptions
There are exemptions which are beneficial for the shippers not to follow the regulations; specifically, they include the prepackaged items which are manufactured or produced for industrial or commercial companies and specific entities for exclusive use and not for sale to the buyers. Further, it also covers the prepackaged products which are manufactured or produced merely for export or sale of duty-free stores throughout the country.
Following these rules in shipping goods from or to Canada is certainly necessary for you to avoid the consequences if you violate even one of them to the detriment of your personal or business transaction.
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