CFIA-AIRS Updates August 4, 2026

August 4, 2026

Chapter 23

Chapter 23 was published to change the release recommendation from “Refer to CFIA-NISC” to “Refuse entry” for the following HS codes with the end uses “Other end uses”, “Samples for testing” and “Show or Exhibition” originating from China:

23.09.10.1575.17 – Piscine (fish), crustacean or mollusc treats made of rendered ingredients such as fish meal, fish oil, or fish hydrolysate
23.09.90.1574.17 – Piscine (fish), crustacean or mollusc treats made of rendered ingredients such as fish meal, fish oil, or fish hydrolysate

Mises à jour ACIA-SARI le 4 août 2026

Chapitre 23

Le chapitre 23 a été publié pour changer la recommandation de mainlevée de « Référer à ACIA-CNSI » à « Entrée refusée » pour les codes SH suivants avec les usages finaux « Autres usages », « Échantillons pour essai de production » et « Foire ou exposition » en provenance de la Chine :

23.09.10.1575.17 – Friandises des poissons, crustacés ou mollusques, faits des ingrédients d’équarrissage tels que la farine de poisson, l’huile de poisson ou l’hydrolysat de poisson
23.09.90.1574.17 – Friandises des poissons, crustacés ou mollusques, faits des ingrédients d’équarrissage tels que la farine de poisson, l’huile de poisson ou l’hydrolysat de poisson

Topic(s)

Release

Release - General

Other Government Departments (OGDs) Requirements

Information source

Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA)

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The foregoing information is provided for informational purposes only and is not intended as, nor should it be considered, professional advice or a substitute for conducting your own thorough research and review. Before making any decisions or taking any action based on the information provided, you should conduct your own independent investigation and/or seek professional advice from a qualified expert in the relevant field. The CSCB disclaims all liability for actions taken or not taken based on the information provided.

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