What is an NPN?
NPN, which stands for Natural Product Number, is an eight-digit numerical code assigned to each Natural Health Product approved to be marketed under the Natural Health Products Regulations. Similar to the requirements for drugs. All natural health products are required by the Natural and NPN-prescription Health Products Directorate (NNHPD) to submit a Product Licence Application (PLA) prior to being marketed in Canada. The PLAs will be screened against regulatory requirements as outlined in the regulations and guidance documents for safety and efficacy, a Product Licence will be issued for applications satisfying the regulatory requirements. The Product Licence will include the NPN assigned to the product. In Canada, no person shall sell a natural health product unless a product licence is issued to the natural health product.
How can we get you your NPN Application Approved Faster?
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Conduct a Formula Feasibility review of your NHP ingredients to ensure they meet safety and efficacy requirements
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Complete an electronic product license application (ePLA) for a class 1, 2 or 3 NHP
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Prepare an evidence summary report (it includes information for safety and efficacy support) for a class 3 NHP
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Preparing a finished product specification form
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Answer any and all information request notice (IRN) questions from Health Canada