Pharmaceutical (Drug & Medical Device)
Regulatory & Compliance
Drug Identification Number [DIN] requirements in Canada
All drugs sold in Canada must be assigned an eight digit drug identification number [DIN] to pass regulatory compliance in Canada. Source Nutraceutical can efficiently handle the entire process for you as we have years of experience facilitating DIN applications and the creation of compliant labels in Canada.
What is a Drug Identification Number [DIN]?
A DIN identifies the following product characteristics:
- Manufacturer
- Brand Name
- Medicinal Ingredients
- Strength of Medicinal Ingredient(s)
- Pharmaceutical Form
- Route of Administration.
Devices - Licenses and Regulations
All Medical Devices sold in Canada must meet Health Canada’s Medical Device Regulations.
Minimize stress and time-consuming paperwork; rely on Source Nutraceutical for all your medical device and establishment licensing needs.
What is a Medical Device?
Medical devices include a wide range of instruments which fall into four classes. They are used in treatment, mitigation, diagnosis or prevention of disease or abnormal physical condition. Some examples are dialysis equipment, pacemakers, baby incubators, syringes and surgical lasers.

