Many foreign companies face a challenge when they need to file a Canadian New Substance Notification (NSN) and do not have a Canadian entity.
All NSNs require that if the Notifier is not based in Canada, a company or individual resident in Canada (i.e., a "Canadian Agent") must co-sign the notification.
With 15 years of experience in preparing successful Canadian notifications, and engaging in productive negotiations with the Canadian authorities, Intertek Cantox is the natural choice to serve as your Canadian Agent.
As your Canadian Agent, Intertek Cantox will:
For additional technical support, Intertek Cantox can serve as your notification's Technical Contact, providing valuable insight and advice for addressing any government demand for more information.
Intertek Cantox offers other NSN-related services. Please see our New Substance Notification section for more details.


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