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As a retailer, would I need a Medical Device Establishment Licence (MDEL) to sell masks?

A retailer would not require an MDEL to sell to the public. However, if they sell masks to a hospital or health care facility, they would be considered a medical device distributor and would require a...Learn More

If features are added to the mask such as a valve, filter, or wire around the nose would that change anything about my ability to sell the masks?

Adding any extra features would not necessarily change the requirements. A retailer would still need to ensure the product is clearly labelled, that it is not intended for medical use and does not pos...Learn More

What regulations should I be aware of if I want to sell non-medical masks in Canada? Are there any specific Health Canada regulatory safety requirements for “fashion face masks/covers”?

There are no regulations specific to a fashion face covering or mask. However, it’s important to know that masks are assumed to be medical devices unless it is explicitly clear on the labelling th...Learn More

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As a retailer, would I need a Medical Device Establishment Licence (MDEL) to sell masks?

If features are added to the mask such as a valve, filter, or wire around the nose would that change anything about my ability to sell the masks?

What regulations should I be aware of if I want to sell non-medical masks in Canada? Are there any specific Health Canada regulatory safety requirements for “fashion face masks/covers”?

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As a retailer, would I need a Medical Device Establishment Licence (MDEL) to sell masks?

If features are added to the mask such as a valve, filter, or wire around the nose would that change anything about my ability to sell the masks?

What regulations should I be aware of if I want to sell non-medical masks in Canada? Are there any specific Health Canada regulatory safety requirements for “fashion face masks/covers”?

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