Feedback on U.S. pet food import requirements

September 17, 2026

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) is proposing updates to the import requirements for commercial shipments of heat-treated pet food products from the United States. We are seeking feedback from industry and importers on these proposed changes.

Find out more by visiting the Notice to Industry on our website and provide your feedback by October 15, 2026.

Commentaires sur les exigences américaines en matière d’importation d’aliments pour animaux de compagnie

L’Agence canadienne d’inspection des aliments (ACIA) propose de mettre à jour les exigences d’importation pour les expéditions commerciales de produits alimentaires pour animaux de compagnie traités thermiquement en provenance des États-Unis. Nous sollicitons les commentaires de l’industrie et des importateurs sur ces modifications proposées.

Pour en savoir plus, consultez l’Avis à l’industrie sur notre site Web et faites part de vos commentaires d’ici le 15 octobre 2026.

Topic(s)

Other Government Departments (OGDs) Requirements

Information source

Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA)

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