Welcome to FTC International
Premier Food Science & Technical Food Consulting Services.
What We Do
Expert Food Labeling & Regulatory Compliance Consulting for Canada & USA
FTC International provides specialized food labeling consulting and regulatory consulting services for manufacturers, importers, and distributors in the food, pet food, and cosmetic industries. Since 1999, our certified food science consultants help businesses navigate CFIA (Canadian Food Inspection Agency) and FDA (Food and Drug Administration) regulations, ensuring accurate nutrition labels and complete regulatory compliance for both Canadian and U.S. markets.
With over 25 years of combined food industry experience, our microbiologists and regulatory affairs specialists deliver expert guidance in food safety, HACCP planning, and product development—helping startups to multi-national corporations achieve market success.
Our services include:
Contact us at 1-604-288-2719 or contact@ftcinternational.com
Need Label Compliance work? Or something else?
Did the CFIA or FDA Reject your label? Let's get your Label Compliant in 3-4 days
Navigating food labeling regulations in Canada and the United States requires expert knowledge of CFIA and FDA requirements. Our food labeling consultants provide comprehensive label review services to ensure your products meet all regulatory standards:Canadian Food Labeling (CFIA Compliance): Bilingual English/French labels, nutrition facts tables, ingredient declarations, allergen labeling, and Health Canada requirements
U.S. Food Labeling (FDA/USDA Compliance): Nutrition facts panels, FDA food labeling regulations, USDA meat and poultry requirements, and nutrition content claims
Nutrition Analysis Services: Complete nutrient calculations, nutrition facts label creation, and health claims verification
Label Compliance Reviews: Pre-market label audits, regulatory submission support, and import/export documentationWhether you're launching a new product or reformulating existing ones, our food labeling services ensure 100% compliance with Canadian and U.S. food regulations, avoiding costly delays and recalls
Need a Nutrition Facts Panel? We can generate one for Canadian or US Compliance in no time
Get accurate nutrition facts labels that meet Canadian CFIA and U.S. FDA requirements. Our certified food scientists provide comprehensive nutrition analysis services including complete nutrient calculations, nutrition facts panel creation for both Canadian and American formats, nutrient content claims verification, and bilingual English/French labels for Canadian markets. We ensure your nutrition labels are compliant, accurate, and ready for packaging.
Neet Pet Food Labeling & AAFCO Compliance? We do those too.
Pet food manufacturers face unique regulatory challenges across Canadian and U.S. markets. Our pet food compliance consultants specialize in:AAFCO (Association of American Feed Control Officials) Compliance: Nutritional adequacy statements, guaranteed analysis, feeding trial protocols Canadian Pet Food Labeling: CFIA pet food regulations, bilingual label requirements, ingredient approvals U.S. Pet Food Regulations: FDA pet food labeling, AAFCO model regulations, state-specific requirements Nutrition Analysis for Pet Food: Complete amino acid profiles, vitamin and mineral analysis, calorie calculations Import/Export Pet Food Compliance: Cross-border regulatory documentation and approval processesFrom treats to complete and balanced formulations, we ensure your pet food labels meet all Canadian CFIA and U.S. FDA requirements for safe market entry.
Have a Cosmetic or Personal Care Label? We're happy to help
Cosmetic and personal care products require specialized regulatory knowledge for Canadian and U.S. markets. Our cosmetic compliance consultants provide:Health Canada Cosmetic Compliance: Cosmetic Notification Form (CNF) submissions, ingredient safety assessments, Canadian cosmetic regulations Natural Health Product (NHP) Licensing: Health Canada NHP applications, product license submissions, clinical evidence requirements FDA Cosmetic Regulations: U.S. cosmetic labeling compliance, ingredient declarations, safety substantiation Personal Care Product Formulation Review: Ingredient compliance verification, prohibited substance screening, allergen identification Claims Substantiation: Regulatory review of marketing claims, natural/organic certification supportWhether you're formulating skincare, makeup, or natural health products, we ensure compliance with Health Canada and FDA cosmetic regulations
Food Product Development & Formulation Services
Bring your food product ideas to market with expert product development consulting. Our food scientists and product developers offer:New Product Development: From concept to commercial launch for food, beverage, and pet food products Product Reformulation Services: Recipe optimization, cost reduction, clean label formulations, allergen removal Shelf Life Extension Studies: Preservation strategies, packaging optimization, microbial stability testing Process Development & Optimization: Manufacturing efficiency, scale-up consulting, production troubleshooting Sports Nutrition & Functional Foods: Protein formulations, energy beverages, supplement development, nutraceuticalsOur team has successfully developed over 1,000 products across categories including sports nutrition beverages, ice cream, retorted meals, hemp protein products, and specialty sauces
Food Safety Consulting & HACCP Compliance
Protect your brand and consumers with comprehensive food safety consulting services:Preventive Control Plan (PCP) Development: SFCR (Safe Food for Canadians Regulations) compliance, hazard analysis, control measures, verification procedures HACCP Plan Development & Implementation: Critical control point identification, monitoring procedures, corrective actions, HACCP certification support Food Safety Audits: Internal audits, supplier verification, pre-certification audits, gap analysis GMP & SOP Documentation: Good Manufacturing Practices manuals, Standard Operating Procedures, sanitation programs Food Safety Training: Employee training programs, HACCP training, allergen control training Federally Registered Facility Compliance: CFIA license applications, facility assessments, regulatory documentationWhether you need PCP development for Canadian markets or HACCP plans for export, our food safety consultants ensure your operations meet all regulatory requirements.
Technical Food Consulting in Food Quality
Unparalleled Expertise in Food Quality Consulting at FTC International.
Technical writing for Grant Applications and Scientific Research and Experimental Development
Our team of experienced writers can provide technical writing services, including grant application writing and scientific reports, to support your business goals.
Why Choose FTC International as Your Food Regulatory Consulting Partner
25+ Years of Food Industry Expertise
Founded in 1999 by microbiologist Walter Dullemond, FTC International has provided expert food consulting services to manufacturers, importers, exporters, and distributors across Canada and the United States. Our team includes:
- Certified Food Scientists: Degrees in microbiology, chemistry, and food technology
- Regulatory Consulting Specialists: In-depth knowledge of CFIA, Health Canada, FDA, and USDA regulations
- Product Development Experts: Extensive experience in formulation, process optimization, and commercialization
Our Credentials:
- Microbiologist with food industry experience since 1987
- Senior technical consultants specializing in regulatory compliance and nutrition
- Sports nutrition and functional food expertise
- Successfully completed over 1,000 product development projects
Serving Multiple Industries:
- Food & Beverage Manufacturers
- Pet Food Companies
- Cosmetic & Personal Care Brands
- Natural Health Product Companies
- Startups to Multi-National Corporations
Located in Pitt Meadows, British Columbia, we serve clients across Canada and the United States with fast turnaround times and personalized service
Contact us today to learn more about how we can help you take your business to the next level.
Our Team
Walter Dullemond, Founder
FTC International Consulting was founded in 1999 by Walter Dullemond.
Walter has an education in Microbiology, and has worked in the Food Industry in a technical capacity since 1987. His background is in food ingredient technology and applications. During his career he has developed thousands of products, and worked with hundreds of manufacturers, marketers, distributors and importers to help bring products to market.
His expertise is in food science, regulatory affairs, product development and process development. He has helped build several processing facilities, including one in South-East Asia.
Eva Savova, Senior Associate Regulatory Consultant
Eva has an education in Chemistry, Metallurgy and Crystallography, combined with a degree in Economics. She has been working in the food industry in a technical capacity since 1997.
She joined FTC as a senior technical consultant in 2004 and is responsible for regulatory compliance in labelling and nutrition. She has extensive experience in regulatory affairs, product development and sports nutrition.
Our Clients
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