New China Registration Procedure for Canadian Pet Food Establishments
Trade Update • April 14, 2026
Key Points
- CFIA receives revised documentation requirements from China for pet food export registration.
- Canadian establishments must complete a new Checklist and Registration Table.
- CFIA forwards completed documents to China’s GACC via the DAPQ online system.
- Chinese on-site audits are no longer required for export approval.
- CFIA inspection remains mandatory under export certificate HA2756 compliance rules
As relayed by the Canadian Society of Customs Brokers (CSCB), China has introduced a new procedure for registering pet food establishments exporting from Canada. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has received updated information and revised documents from China related to approval and registration requirements.
Exporters must complete a new Checklist and Registration Table available through CFIA offices, which CFIA then forwards to China’s General Administration of Customs (GACC) via the DAPQ online system. CFIA inspection remains mandatory under export certificate HA2756, and exporters must resubmit using the updated checklist if previously submitted under the old process.
New Registration Procedure
As mentioned earlier, Canadian establishments must complete:
- New CFIA-issued Checklist
- Registration Table for GACC submission
CFIA provides blank forms and reviews completed documentation before forwarding.
Exporters still awaiting approval under the previous checklist must resubmit all documents using the updated version. China will not process legacy submissions under the revised system.
Inspection and Compliance
All establishments seeking approval to export pet food to China must undergo CFIA inspection. This applies to:
- New exporters entering the China market
- Facilities previously submitted under the old checklist
Inspections verify compliance with export certificate HA2756 conditions.
Also, note that China no longer requires direct facility audits for approval. This reduces administrative steps while maintaining documentation and inspection controls through CFIA oversight.
Meanwhile, CFIA manages the administrative flow of export registration. Responsibilities include:
- Providing blank registration forms
- Reviewing completed submissions from exporters
- Forwarding verified documents to GACC through DAPQ
Exporters remain responsible for accurate completion and timely submission of all required documents.
How GHY Can Help?
GHY specializes in helping businesses navigate and reduce the impacts of tariffs through strategic solutions tailored to their needs. Our experts can audit your supply chain to identify inefficiencies, uncover cost-saving opportunities, and ensure compliance with evolving trade regulations. We also employ tariff engineering techniques to optimize product classification and sourcing strategies, minimizing duty exposure and maximizing profitability.
By partnering with GHY, your business gains access to the tools and expertise needed to streamline operations and stay competitive in a challenging trade environment.
Contact Us Today! Booking a Meeting, email consult@ghy.com, or call +1 (800) 667-0771.
Subscribe!
