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Canada Issues Guidelines on Civil Greenwashing Claims

Canada Issues Guidelines on Civil Greenwashing Claims

One year after amendments to the Competition Act, Competition Bureau Canada has released its final guidelines on civil greenwashing claims, which took effect on June 20, 2025. These guidelines, which apply to foreign businesses operating in Canada, clarify the...

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Final Release of GUI-0080: Foreign Building GMP Compliance

Final Release of GUI-0080: Foreign Building GMP Compliance

Health Canada has finalized and releases GUI-0080, titled “How to Demonstrate Foreign Building Compliance with Drug Good Manufacturing Practices”. This guidance outlines the expectations and acceptable evidence required to demonstrate that foreign buildings involved...

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Health Canada Monograph Updates

Health Canada Monograph Updates

Health Canada’s Natural and Non-Prescription Health Products Directorate (NHPID) has published new and updated monographs. These changes are crucial for companies with natural health products on the market. Newly Published Monographs (July 25, 2025): Green tea extract...

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CARB Survey Deadline Extended

CARB Survey Deadline Extended

California Air Resources Board (CARB) 2023 Consumer and Commercial Products Survey, covering 37 product categories, remains a key effort in reducing emissions from consumer and commercial products used in California. The survey collects 2023 sales and formulation data...

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Toxic-Free Cosmetics Act: What’s New and What Lies Ahead

Toxic-Free Cosmetics Act: What’s New and What Lies Ahead

The Washington Department of Ecology has issued an interim policy to implement the Toxic-Free Cosmetics Act (TFCA), effective January 1, 2025. The TFCA prohibits the sale of cosmetic products containing intentionally added lead or lead impurities exceeding 1 part...

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Canadian Cosmetic Hotlist Updates

Canadian Cosmetic Hotlist Updates

Please be advised that the Canadian Cosmetic Hotlist was updated on February 28th. A summary of the updates is provided below. Please ensure that any cosmetic products being sold in Canada comply with the new requirements.  If you require any assistance, require...

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