Canada: Plant-Prod stays ahead of regulatory requirements
New labels
Have you noticed that Plant-Prod's labels are looking a little different? That’s because they have adopted the new Hazardous Products Regulations. In an attempt to remain compliant with the most recent regulations, they’ve been busy updating product classifications, labels and safety data sheets with the new “WHMIS 2015” requirements that have recently been delayed to a June 2018 deadline. If you’re looking for more information on the transition or the new pictograms and classifications, check out these fact sheets from Canadian Centre for Occupational Health & Safety (CCOHS).
Fertilizers Act Modernization
As a part of a multi-year modernization initiative, Plant-Prod have been collaborating with the Canadian Food Inspection Agency and other industry members to update the Fertilizers Regulations.
One crucial part of this modernization is the requirement for all raw materials to either be registered under the Fertilizers Act or exempt from registration based on prescribed safety standards. In preparation for the release of the new regulation requirements in The Canada Gazette later this year, Plant-Prod has laid the groundwork to ensure compliance and the safety of products. This includes only using registered, high quality micronutrients in products.
Sodium Molybdate
The company recently received registration for their Plant-Prod Sodium Molybdate Anhydrous. Registration of a product under the Canadian Fertilizers Act helps ensure safety for humans, animals, plants and the environment. The registration process incorporates a comprehensive pre-market assessment that consists of a detailed, science-based evaluation of product safety information and labeling. These evaluations, including heavy metal analyses, are reviewed every three years upon registration renewal.
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