FTC INTERNATIONAL
Our Projects
We have an extensive strategic and hands-on experience in food consulting.
Food Regulatory Consulting Projects & Services
25+ Years of CFIA & FDA Compliance Excellence | Canadian & US Food Manufacturers
FTC International Consulting Ltd. delivers comprehensive food regulatory consulting services to manufacturers across Canada and the United States. Since 1999, we’ve helped mid-size food companies navigate complex CFIA and FDA regulations with hands-on expertise in compliance, product development, and food safety.
Our food regulatory consulting projects span nutrition labeling, preventive control plans, HACCP programs, and complete regulatory compliance solutions for food, pet food, and cosmetic products.
Food Regulatory Compliance & Label Review Services
CFIA and FDA Food Labeling Compliance
Our food label compliance services ensure your products meet all Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) and Food and Drug Administration (FDA) requirements. We provide expert nutrition analysis and label review for multiple jurisdictions:
- Nutrition Facts Panels – Accurate nutrition analysis compliant with Canadian, US, EU, Australian, and New Zealand regulations
- Canadian Food Label Compliance – Complete CFIA ingredient declarations, bilingual labeling, and regulatory reviews
- FDA Food Label Compliance – US nutrition labeling, FALCPA allergen declarations, and FDA regulation adherence
- Multi-Jurisdictional Label Reviews – Ingredient declarations and compliance verification for US, Canada, EU, Australia, and New Zealand markets
- Final Regulatory Compliance Audits – Pre-market label approval across all major food regulatory jurisdictions
CFIA Preventive Control Plans (Safe Food for Canadians Regulations)
FTC International specializes in developing comprehensive Preventive Control Plans that meet Safe Food for Canadians Regulations (SFCR) requirements:
- Importer Preventive Control Plans – CFIA-compliant PCPs for food importers bringing products into Canada
- Dairy Processor PCPs – Customized preventive control documentation for dairy manufacturing facilities
- Prepared Foods & Meat Processor PCPs – Complete food safety plans for complex food manufacturing operations
- Provincial Food Safety Plans – British Columbia and Alberta provincial compliance documentation
- PCP Training Programs – Employee education on CFIA preventive control requirements and implementation
HACCP Programs & Food Safety Systems
We design and implement Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) programs with comprehensive prerequisite programs:
- HACCP Development – Complete hazard analysis for food service, dairy processing, and manufacturing facilities
- Food Safety Documentation – SOPs, GMPs, sanitation programs, and recall procedures
- Microbiological Challenge Studies – Scientific validation of product safety and shelf life
- HACCP Training – Hands-on employee training in critical control point monitoring and verification
Federally Registered Facility Compliance
Complete compliance documentation packages for CFIA and FDA registered processing facilities, including Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), and quality assurance manuals tailored to federal food safety requirements.
Food Product Development & Formulation Services
Our food scientists provide end-to-end product development services with regulatory compliance built into every formulation. With expertise spanning beverages, dairy products, meat processing, and specialty foods, we deliver commercially viable products that meet all regulatory requirements.
Beverage Development & Sports Nutrition
- Sports nutrition beverage formulations with protein, amino acids, and performance ingredients
- Energy drink development compliant with Canadian and US caffeine regulations
- Organic soft drinks and natural juice-based beverages
- Bubble tea beverage mixes and flavored syrups (bar mixes, milkshake, pancake, coffee syrups)
- Slushy mixes formulated with natural juice concentrates
Dairy & Frozen Dessert Innovation
- Premium ice cream products (full fat, reduced fat, sorbets, gelatos)
- Ice cream cakes for food service and retail applications
- Soft serve mix formulations with extended shelf life
- Retorted shelf-stable frozen dessert mixes for food service
- Powdered frozen dessert mixes with optimized reconstitution properties
Protein Processing & Plant-Based Innovation
- Hemp Protein Isolate – Development of 95% pure hemp protein through proprietary isolation process
- Protein Beverage Formulations – High-protein ready-to-drink products with optimal taste and texture
- Vegan Product Development – Plant-based pesto, sauces, and dairy alternatives
Shelf-Stable & Retorted Food Products
- Premium retorted RTE meals in pouches (soups, stews, breakfasts, pasta dishes) for institutional use
- Retorted seafood products: creamy smoked salmon, shrimp, crab, and tuna pâtés in metal tubes
- Retorted sauces for salmon and tuna with extended ambient shelf life
- Microbiological challenge studies validating commercial sterility
Meat Product Formulation
- Sausage, roast, ham, and bacon product development
- Natural preservatives and curing systems for clean-label meat products
- Sodium reduction solutions – up to 75% salt replacement with maintained flavor profiles
Specialty Food & Ingredient Development
- Organic gin formulation and distillation consultation
- Jams, confitures, and bakery fillings with optimized texture and shelf life
- Pepper sauces, hollandaise, and pesto formulations
- Non-staining theatrical blood for entertainment industry
- WHO nutrition bars designed to combat malnutrition in food aid programs
Food Process Engineering & Manufacturing Consultation
We provide food process development services that optimize manufacturing efficiency while ensuring food safety and regulatory compliance.
Process Development Projects
- Protein Isolation Technology – Proprietary process for isolation and purification of protein from hemp seed cake
- Ingredient Blending Facility Design – Complete plant layout, equipment specification, and workflow optimization
- Dehydration Process Design – Osmotic and forced-air dehydration systems for cranberries and blueberries
- Retort Process Optimization – Thermal processing validation for shelf-stable products
Quality Assurance & Food Safety Program Development
Quality Systems Documentation
Comprehensive quality assurance manual development including:
- Food safety programs and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) manuals
- Quality control procedures and product testing protocols
- Sample collection, retention, and lot number tracking systems
- Supplier approval and ingredient verification programs
- Corrective action and continuous improvement procedures
Microbiological Challenge Studies
Scientific validation services for food safety and shelf life determination:
- Challenge studies for ambient-temperature storage of bread products with meat, cheese, and vegetable inclusions
- Fermentation efficacy testing and pathogen control validation
- Shelf life studies with microbial, chemical, and sensory evaluation
- Water activity and pH validation for formulation safety
Natural Health Product (NHP) Regulatory Services
Navigate Health Canada’s Natural and Non-prescription Health Products Directorate (NNHPD) requirements with our specialized NHP consulting:
- NHP Site License Applications – Complete facility licensing documentation for Health Canada
- NHP Product License Applications – Product-specific Natural Product Numbers (NPN) and formulation review
- Safety & Efficacy Research – Literature review and scientific substantiation for health claims
- GMP Compliance for NHPs – Good Manufacturing Practices specific to natural health products
Proprietary Food Technology Solutions for Licensing or Sale
FTC International has developed several unencumbered food technologies and formulations available for licensing or outright purchase:
Ready-to-Market Food Products
- Retorted Shelf-Stable Frozen Dessert Mix – Food service application with 12+ month ambient shelf life
- Retorted Seafood Pâtés – Creamy smoked sockeye salmon, shrimp, crab, and tuna in convenient metal tubes
- WHO Nutrition Bars – Formulated for world food programs addressing malnutrition
Clean-Label Preservation Technologies
- Natural Meat Preservatives & Cure – Clean-label alternative to synthetic preservatives in meat products
- Natural Preservation System for Dairy – Extended shelf life for refrigerated dairy without artificial preservatives
- Sodium Reduction Technology – Achieve up to 75% salt reduction across multiple food categories without flavor loss
Specialized Process Technologies
- Hemp Protein Isolation Process – Proprietary method for 95% pure hemp protein isolate production
Interested in licensing or purchasing these food technologies? Contact us to discuss partnership opportunities and technology transfer arrangements.
Market Research & Specialty Food Consulting Services
Market Studies & Cold Chain Analysis
- Comprehensive market research for food product viability
- Cold chain infrastructure analysis (British Columbia specialty)
- Competitive landscape assessment for new product launches
Serving Canadian & US Food Manufacturers
Based in Pitt Meadows, British Columbia, FTC International provides food regulatory consulting services throughout Canada and the United States. Our expertise covers:
- Canadian Provinces – Specialized provincial compliance for BC and Alberta food safety regulations
- CFIA Compliance – Safe Food for Canadians Regulations across all Canadian provinces and territories
- FDA Compliance – Complete US food labeling and facility registration support
- International Markets – EU, Australia, and New Zealand regulatory guidance
Start Your Food Regulatory Consulting Project Today
With 25+ years of food science and regulatory expertise, FTC International delivers practical, cost-effective compliance solutions you can implement internally. Whether you need CFIA preventive control plans, FDA label compliance review, product development, or complete food safety programs, we provide the regulatory consulting services your food manufacturing business needs.
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For food label quotations: Please include your current label files or product specifications
For preventive control plans: Describe your manufacturing process and product categories
For product development: Share your concept, target market, and regulatory requirements
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