The following is provided by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA).
As of July 6, 2022, standard container sizes were removed for some foods as a result of the Food Product Innovation initiative.
The Automated Import Reference System (AIRS) will be updated to reflect this change. In the meantime, you can consult the Food Product Innovation: summary of changes for a list of foods that are included in this regulatory amendment. Until this update is complete, please follow the following steps:
For questions about Ministerial Exemptions, please contact a CFIA office by telephone.