Health Canada · Canada Consumer Product Safety Act · Food and Drugs Act (cosmetics)
Consumer products toys, clothing, cosmetics, household goods, electronics
Consumer products and cosmetics don't need an import licence. A consumer product that is banned in Canada, or doesn't meet its safety regulations, can't be imported, even for personal use. Goods brought in for sale or distribution must meet Canada's rules, and each cosmetic must be notified to Health Canada within 10 days of first selling it in Canada.
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Documents you may need
| Document | When it helps |
|---|---|
| Cosmetic Notification Number | If it applies |
| Safety Standard Certification | If it applies |
| Product Label | If it applies |
| Cosmetic Product Label | If it applies |
Also check for these goods
| Also check | Who | Where it applies |
|---|---|---|
| Wildlife | Environment and Climate Change Canada | Some of the same HS codes |
| Energy efficiency | Natural Resources Canada | Some of the same HS codes |
| Vehicle emissions | Environment and Climate Change Canada | Some of the same HS codes |
Sources: Canada Consumer Product Safety Act, S.C. 2010, c. 21, Justice Laws, current to 2026-10-19; Importing, exporting or transhipping consumer products and cosmetics: Guide, Health Canada, modified 2025-10-28.
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