Regulatory considerations for importing or selling face shields: Notice to industry

Most PPE, including face shields, are Class I medical devices if they are manufactured, sold or represented for use for reducing the risk of or preventing the user from infection. This includes COVID-19. Face shields may be authorized for sale or import into Canada through the following 3 regulatory pathways.

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Title (French) Considérations réglementaires pour l'importation ou la vente d'écrans faciaux : Avis à l’industrie
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Open Canada Date Published 2020-08-26 00:00:00
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Open Canada Subject ["health_and_safety"]
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