News from AAFC’s Market Access Secretariat
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has negotiated new export conditions with Japan for non-extruded pet food containing poultry ingredients. The amended certificate (HA3068) is now available online. To note, the province of origin for poultry ingredients will now be recognized as free of notifiable avian influenza 28 days after cleaning and disinfection (reduced from 90 days).
Japan is allowing a 60-day transition period, however, effective December 20, 2024, only the amended certificate will be accepted.
To confirm certification requirements prior to export, please contact your nearest CFIA office. It is also advisable for Canadian exporters to collaborate closely with their Japanese importers to ensure all necessary documentation is in order.
