Canada: Canada Proposes Modernized Regulations for Foods for Special Dietary Use and for Infant Foods

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Canada: Canada Proposes Modernized Regulations for Foods for Special Dietary Use and for Infant Foods
Health Canada opened pre-consultations on a proposed new regulatory framework for foods for special dietary use and infant foods, which include categories such as infant formula, prepackaged human milk, medical foods, gluten-free foods, formulated nutritional foods, and foods for use in weight reduction diets. Stakeholders may provide comments until February 6, 2024.
Western Hemisphere, Canada
Dairy Products, Processed Food Products

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