Natural Health Products Ingredients Database
WHAT'S NEW
What's New is a listing of modifications to the NHPID since the last update. This page was most recently revised on November 29, 2016.
- Announcements
- New Ingredients
- Removed Ingredients
- Revised NHPID Names
- Revised Proper and Common Names
- New Roles
- Revised Restrictions
- Other Ingredient Modifications
- Monograph Modifications
- AbLS Modifications
- Controlled Vocabulary Modifications
- Homeopathic Ingredient Modifications
- Previous What's New
ANNOUNCEMENTS
The updates to the NHPID listed below apply to the most recent version of the ePLA (electronic Product Licence Application). All new electronic submissions of a Product Licence Application must use the latest version of the e-PLA, namely version 2.3.1, which is available for downloading from e-PLA 2.3.1
New Ingredients
In this update, the following non-homeopathic ingredients were added.
NHPID Name:
Polyquaternium-22
Role:
Non-medicinal
NHPID Name:
Sour apple flavour
Role:
Non-medicinal
NHPID Name:
Chocolate sandwich cookie flavour
Role:
Non-medicinal
NHPID Name:
Whipped cream flavour
Role:
Non-medicinal
NHPID Name:
Cinnamon bun flavour
Role:
Non-medicinal
NHPID Name:
Cookie dough flavour
Role:
Non-medicinal
NHPID Name:
Sweet dough flavour
Role:
Non-medicinal
NHPID Name:
Nephelium Lappaceum Peel Extract
Role:
Non-medicinal
NHPID Name:
PPG-3 Isostearyl Methyl Ether
Role:
Non-medicinal
NHPID Name:
Calebin-A
Role:
Medicinal
NHPID Name:
Marrubium Vulgare Extract
Role:
Non-medicinal
NHPID Name:
Silybum Marianum Fruit Extract
Role:
Non-medicinal
NHPID Name:
Flueggea suffruticosa
Role:
Medicinal
NHPID Name:
Bambusa Arundinacea Stem Extract
Role:
Non-medicinal
NHPID Name:
Nonoxynol-30
Role:
Non-medicinal
NHPID Name:
Ethylhexyl Acrylate
Role:
Non-medicinal
NHPID Name:
Diethylenetriaminepenta(methylenephosphonic) acid
Role:
Non-medicinal
NHPID Name:
Herba Strigae
Role:
Medicinal
NHPID Name:
Coriander seed essential oil
Role:
Medicinal
NHPID Name:
Mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids
Role:
Non-medicinal
NHPID Name:
Houttuynia Cordata Extract
Role:
Non-medicinal
NHPID Name:
Primula veris root extract
Role:
Medicinal
NHPID Name:
Bacillus clausii
Role:
Medicinal
NHPID Name:
Bacillus indicus
Role:
Medicinal
Removed Ingredients
In this update, the following non-homeopathic ingredients were removed.
No Changes.
Revised NHPID Names
In this update, the following non-homeopathic ingredients had their NHPID name revised.
Old NHPID Name:
Methyl sulfide
New NHPID Name:
Dimethyl sulfide
Revised Proper and Common Names
In this update, the following non-homeopathic ingredients had their common or proper names revised.
NHPID Name:
Ceramide 2
New Common Name(s):
Ceramide NG, Ceramide NS
NHPID Name:
Dimethyl sulfide
New Proper Name(s):
1,1'-Thiobismethane
NHPID Name:
Methyl sulfide
Removed Proper Name(s):
Methane, 1,1'-thiobis-
NHPID Name:
Dimethyl sulfide
New Common Name(s):
Dimethyl sulfide
NHPID Name:
Dibenzyl disulfide
Removed Proper Name(s):
Dibenzyl disulfide
NHPID Name:
Dibenzyl disulfide
New Proper Name(s):
Bis(phenylmethyl) disulfide
NHPID Name:
Dibenzyl disulfide
Removed Common Name(s):
1,4-Diphenyl-1,2,3-dithiobutane; 1,4-Diphenyl-2,3-dithiobutane; 4,4'-Biphenyldiglyoxal disodium bisulfite; alpha-(benzyldithio)toluene; alpha-Benzyldithio toluene; BDS; benzyldisulfanylmethylbenzene; Bis(phenylmethyl) disulfide; Bis(phenylmethyl) disulfide; di(phenylmethyl)disulfide; Disulfide, bis(phenylmethyl); Disulfide, dibenzyl
NHPID Name:
p-Menth-1-ene-8-thiol
New Common Name(s):
Grapefruit mercaptan
NHPID Name:
PEG/PPG-17/6 Copolymer
New Common Name(s):
PEG/PPG-17/6 Copolymer
NHPID Name:
Stannous fluoride
New Proper Name(s):
Stannous fluoride
NHPID Name:
Laminaria digitat
Removed Common Name(s):
Brown Seaweed, Anguiller
NHPID Name:
Macrocystis pyrifera
Removed Common Name(s):
Brown Seaweed; Brown algae
NHPID Name:
Lutein
New Common Name(s):
Xanthophyll
New Roles
In this update, the roles of the following non-homeopathic ingredients were changed.
NHPID Name:
Aluminum chloride hexahydrate
Old Role:
No role
New Role:
Medicinal
Revised Restrictions
In this update, the following non-homeopathic ingredients underwent a modification related to their restrictions.
NHPID Name:
Dibenzyl disulfide
Medicinal Restriction(s) Changed :
Flavouring agent only, up to 0.0012 mg/kg bw/day.
NHPID Name:
p-Menth-1-ene-8-thiol
Non-medicinal Restriction(s) changed:
Flavouring agent only, up to 0.00056 mg/kg bw/day.
NHPID Name:
Aluminum sesquichlorohydrex PEG
Non-medicinal Restriction(s) changed:
For topical use only.
NHPID Name:
Aluminum sesquichlorohydrex PG
Non-medicinal Restriction(s) changed:
For topical use only.
NHPID Name:
Aluminum zirconium octachlorohydrate, Aluminum zirconium octachlorohydrex glycine, Aluminum zirconium pentachlorohydrate, Aluminum zirconium pentachlorohydrex, Aluminum zirconium tetrachlorohydrate, Aluminium zirconium tetrachlorohydrex glycine, Aluminum zirconium tetrachlorohydrex PEG, Aluminum zirconium tetrachlorohydrex PG, Aluminum zirconium trichlorohydrate, Aluminum zirconium trichlorohydrex glycine
Non-medicinal Restriction(s) changed:
For topical use only.
NHPID Name:
Artemisia annua, Artemisia anomala, Artemisia capillaris, Artemisia dracunculus, Artemisia lactiflora,
Artemisia scoparia, Artemisia vulgaris, Folium Artemisiae Argyi, Tarragon Essential Oil
New Medicinal Restriction(s) added :
Artemisia species contain thujone. For adults, the upper limit for total daily intake of thujone from health products is 6 mg. Product licence applications for oral products should include a copy of a certificate of analysis or any other equivalent document demonstrating that the thujone content of a daily dose of the product is acceptable. Because thujone content of the herbal materials can vary, the thujone content should be determined for each batch during production of the product.
NHPID Name:
Aluminum chlorohydrate
New Non-medicinal Restriction(s) added:
For topical use only.
NHPID Name:
Aluminum chlorohydrex PEG
New Non-medicinal Restriction(s) added:
For topical use only.
NHPID Name:
Aluminum chlorohydrex propylene glycol
Non-medicinal Restriction(s) changed:
For topical use only.
NHPID Name:
Aluminum dichlorohydrate
New Non-medicinal Restriction(s) added:
For topical use only.
NHPID Name:
Aluminum dichlorohydrex PEG
Non-medicinal Restriction(s) changed:
For topical use only.
NHPID Name:
Aluminum dichlorohydrex PG
Non-medicinal Restriction(s) changed:
For topical use only.
NHPID Name:
Aluminum sesquichlorohydrate
Non-medicinal Restriction(s) changed:
For topical use only.
NHPID Name:
Tagetes extract
Non-medicinal Restriction(s) changed:
Topical use only for the purposes Colour Additive and Skin-Conditioning Agent - Occlusive, as in the International Cosmetic Ingredient Dictionary.
Other Ingredient Modifications
In this update, the following non-homeopathic ingredients underwent a modification different from those listed above, such as new source material, new preparation type, or new sub-ingredient relationship, etc.
NHPID Name:
Disodium ethylene dicocamide PEG-15 disulfate
New NMI Purpose(s):
Surfactant - Cleansing Agent
NHPID Name:
Trilinolenin
New NMI Purpose(s):
Emollient
NHPID Name:
Solanum lycopersicum
New Sub-ingredient(s) added:
Phytosterols, Phytoene, Phytofluene, Vitamin E
NHPID Name:
Sodium hydroxide
New NMI Purpose(s):
Buffering Agent
NHPID Name:
Laminaria Digitata Extract
New NMI Purpose(s):
Skin Protectant
NHPID Name:
Potassium cetyl phosphate
New NMI Purpose(s):
Surfactant
NHPID Name:
Terminalia bellirica
New Sub-ingredient(s) added:
Chebulagic acid, Chebulinic acid, Ellagic acid, Gallic acid, Tannins
NHPID Name:
Copaifera officinalis
New Source Material(s) added:
Copaifera officinalis - Trunk wood oleoresin
NHPID Name:
Copaifera officinalis
Source Material(s) removed:
Copaifera officinalis - Stem bark resin
NHPID Name:
Methoxydiglycol
New Additional Details added :
The presence of this ingredient on the List of Prohibited and Restricted Cosmetic Ingredients (the Cosmetic Ingredient Hotlist) indicates that there are potentially significant safety issues. This ingredient cannot be used in topical natural health products without the submission of additional evidence for safety. Reference: http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/cps-spc/cosmet-person/hot-list-critique/hotlist-liste-eng.php
NHPID Name:
Aluminum sesquichlorohydrex PEG
New Additional Details added :
The presence of this ingredient on the List of Prohibited and Restricted Cosmetic Ingredients (the Cosmetic Ingredient Hotlist) indicates that there are potentially significant safety issues. This ingredient must be used in accordance with the restrictions set out on the Hotlist when included in natural health products, unless additional evidence for safety is submitted. Reference: http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/cps-spc/cosmet-person/hot-list-critique/hotlist-liste-eng.php.
NHPID Name:
Aluminum sesquichlorohydrex PEG
Medicinal Rationale changed:
Aluminum-based antiperspirant preparations intended for the reduction of normal underarm perspiration, including those with duration statements, are classified as cosmetics. Aluminum-based antiperspirants intended for use in hyperhidrosis, or that imply protection based on a mechanism of action that modifies organic function are classified as NHPs. Reference: http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/cps-spc/pubs/indust/cosmet-antiperspir-sudorif/index-eng.php.
NHPID Name:
Aluminum sesquichlorohydrex PG
New Additional Details added :
The presence of this ingredient on the List of Prohibited and Restricted Cosmetic Ingredients (the Cosmetic Ingredient Hotlist) indicates that there are potentially significant safety issues. This ingredient must be used in accordance with the restrictions set out on the Hotlist when included in natural health products, unless additional evidence for safety is submitted. Reference: http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/cps-spc/cosmet-person/hot-list-critique/hotlist-liste-eng.php.
NHPID Name:
Aluminum sesquichlorohydrex PG
Medicinal Rationale changed:
Aluminum-based antiperspirant preparations intended for the reduction of normal underarm perspiration, including those with duration statements, are classified as cosmetics. Aluminum-based antiperspirants intended for use in hyperhidrosis, or that imply protection based on a mechanism of action that modifies organic function are classified as NHPs. Reference: http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/cps-spc/pubs/indust/cosmet-antiperspir-sudorif/index-eng.php.
NHPID Name:
Aluminum zirconium octachlorohydrate, Aluminum zirconium octachlorohydrex glycine, Aluminum zirconium pentachlorohydrate, Aluminum zirconium pentachlorohydrex, Aluminum zirconium tetrachlorohydrate, Aluminium zirconium tetrachlorohydrex glycine, Aluminum zirconium tetrachlorohydrex PEG, Aluminum zirconium tetrachlorohydrex PG, Aluminum zirconium trichlorohydrate, Aluminum zirconium trichlorohydrex glycine
Additional Details changed:
The presence of this ingredient on the List of Prohibited and Restricted Cosmetic Ingredients (the Cosmetic Ingredient Hotlist) indicates that there are potentially significant safety issues. This ingredient must be used in accordance with the restrictions set out on the Hotlist when included in natural health products, unless additional evidence for safety is submitted. Reference: http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/cps-spc/cosmet-person/hot-list-critique/hotlist-liste-eng.php.
NHPID Name:
Aluminum zirconium octachlorohydrate, Aluminum zirconium octachlorohydrex glycine, Aluminum zirconium pentachlorohydrate, Aluminum zirconium pentachlorohydrex, Aluminum zirconium tetrachlorohydrate, Aluminium zirconium tetrachlorohydrex glycine, Aluminum zirconium tetrachlorohydrex PEG, Aluminum zirconium tetrachlorohydrex PG, Aluminum zirconium trichlorohydrate, Aluminum zirconium trichlorohydrex glycine
Medicinal Rationale changed:
Aluminum-based antiperspirant preparations intended for the reduction of normal underarm perspiration, including those with duration statements, are classified as cosmetics. Aluminum-based antiperspirants intended for use in hyperhidrosis, or that imply protection based on a mechanism of action that modifies organic function are classified as NHPs. Reference: http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/cps-spc/pubs/indust/cosmet-antiperspir-sudorif/index-eng.php.
NHPID Name:
Fragaria vesca, Rubus idaeus, Vaccinium myrtillus
New Sub-ingredient(s) added:
Polyphenols
NHPID Name:
Tagetes extract
New NMI Purpose(s):
Skin-Conditioning Agent - Occlusive
NHPID Name:
Hydrolyzed collagen
New Source Material(s) added:
Bovine ( Parts: Bovine skin/hide split )
NHPID Name:
Methyl alcohol
Additional Details changed:
The presence of this ingredient on the List of Prohibited and Restricted Cosmetic Ingredients (the Cosmetic Ingredient Hotlist) indicates that there are potentially significant safety issues. This ingredient must be used in accordance with the restrictions set out on the Hotlist when included in natural health products, unless additional evidence for safety is submitted. Reference: http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/cps-spc/cosmet-person/hot-list-critique/hotlist-liste-eng.php.
NHPID Name:
Panax Ginseng Root Extract
New NMI Purpose(s):
Flavour Enhancer - Natural
NHPID Name:
Glycerol
Additional Details changed:
The presence of this ingredient on the List of Prohibited and Restricted Cosmetic Ingredients (the Cosmetic Ingredient Hotlist) indicates that there are potentially significant safety issues. This ingredient must be used in accordance with the restrictions set out on the Hotlist when included in topical natural health products, unless additional evidence for safety is submitted. Reference: http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/cps-spc/cosmet-person/hot-list-critique/hotlist-liste-eng.php
NHPID Name:
Benzalkonium chloride
Additional Details changed:
The presence of this ingredient on the List of Prohibited and Restricted Cosmetic Ingredients (the Cosmetic Ingredient Hotlist) indicates that there are potentially significant safety issues. This ingredient must be used in accordance with the restrictions set out on the Hotlist when included as a non-medicinal ingredient in natural health products, unless additional evidence for safety is submitted. Reference: http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/cps-spc/cosmet-person/hot-list-critique/hotlist-liste-eng.php. Restriction· Maximum concentration permitted 0.1%, except for use in rinse-off hair care products.
NHPID Name:
Aluminum chloride hexahydrate
New Additional Details added :
The presence of this ingredient on the List of Prohibited and Restricted Cosmetic Ingredients (the Cosmetic Ingredient Hotlist) indicates that there are potentially significant safety issues. This ingredient must be used in accordance with the restrictions set out on the Hotlist when included in natural health products, unless additional evidence for safety is submitted. Reference: http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/cps-spc/cosmet-person/hot-list-critique/hotlist-liste-eng.php.
NHPID Name:
Aluminum chlorohydrate
Additional Details changed:
The presence of this ingredient on the List of Prohibited and Restricted Cosmetic Ingredients (the Cosmetic Ingredient Hotlist) indicates that there are potentially significant safety issues. This ingredient must be used in accordance with the restrictions set out on the Hotlist when included in natural health products, unless additional evidence for safety is submitted. Reference: http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/cps-spc/cosmet-person/hot-list-critique/hotlist-liste-eng.php.
NHPID Name:
Aluminum chlorohydrate
Medicinal Rationale changed:
Aluminum-based antiperspirant preparations intended for the reduction of normal underarm perspiration, including those with duration statements, are classified as cosmetics. Aluminum-based antiperspirants intended for use in hyperhidrosis, or that imply protection based on a mechanism of action that modifies organic function are classified as NHPs. Reference: http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/cps-spc/pubs/indust/cosmet-antiperspir-sudorif/index-eng.php.
NHPID Name:
Aluminum chlorohydrex PEG
New Additional Details added :
The presence of this ingredient on the List of Prohibited and Restricted Cosmetic Ingredients (the Cosmetic Ingredient Hotlist) indicates that there are potentially significant safety issues. This ingredient must be used in accordance with the restrictions set out on the Hotlist when included in natural health products, unless additional evidence for safety is submitted. Reference: http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/cps-spc/cosmet-person/hot-list-critique/hotlist-liste-eng.php.
NHPID Name:
Aluminum chlorohydrex PEG
Medicinal Rationale changed:
Aluminum-based antiperspirant preparations intended for the reduction of normal underarm perspiration, including those with duration statements, are classified as cosmetics. Aluminum-based antiperspirants intended for use in hyperhidrosis, or that imply protection based on a mechanism of action that modifies organic function are classified as NHPs. Reference: http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/cps-spc/pubs/indust/cosmet-antiperspir-sudorif/index-eng.php.
NHPID Name:
Aluminum chlorohydrex propylene glycol
New Additional Details added :
The presence of this ingredient on the List of Prohibited and Restricted Cosmetic Ingredients (the Cosmetic Ingredient Hotlist) indicates that there are potentially significant safety issues. This ingredient must be used in accordance with the restrictions set out on the Hotlist when included in natural health products, unless additional evidence for safety is submitted. Reference: http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/cps-spc/cosmet-person/hot-list-critique/hotlist-liste-eng.php.
NHPID Name:
Aluminum chlorohydrex propylene glycol
Medicinal Rationale changed:
Aluminum-based antiperspirant preparations intended for the reduction of normal underarm perspiration, including those with duration statements, are classified as cosmetics. Aluminum-based antiperspirants intended for use in hyperhidrosis, or that imply protection based on a mechanism of action that modifies organic function are classified as NHPs. Reference: http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/cps-spc/pubs/indust/cosmet-antiperspir-sudorif/index-eng.php.
NHPID Name:
Aluminum dichlorohydrate
New Additional Details added :
The presence of this ingredient on the List of Prohibited and Restricted Cosmetic Ingredients (the Cosmetic Ingredient Hotlist) indicates that there are potentially significant safety issues. This ingredient must be used in accordance with the restrictions set out on the Hotlist when included in natural health products, unless additional evidence for safety is submitted. Reference: http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/cps-spc/cosmet-person/hot-list-critique/hotlist-liste-eng.php.
NHPID Name:
Aluminum dichlorohydrate
Medicinal Rationale changed:
Aluminum-based antiperspirant preparations intended for the reduction of normal underarm perspiration, including those with duration statements, are classified as cosmetics. Aluminum-based antiperspirants intended for use in hyperhidrosis, or that imply protection based on a mechanism of action that modifies organic function are classified as NHPs. Reference: http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/cps-spc/pubs/indust/cosmet-antiperspir-sudorif/index-eng.php.
NHPID Name:
Aluminum dichlorohydrex PEG
New Additional Details added :
The presence of this ingredient on the List of Prohibited and Restricted Cosmetic Ingredients (the Cosmetic Ingredient Hotlist) indicates that there are potentially significant safety issues. This ingredient must be used in accordance with the restrictions set out on the Hotlist when included in natural health products, unless additional evidence for safety is submitted. Reference: http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/cps-spc/cosmet-person/hot-list-critique/hotlist-liste-eng.php.
NHPID Name:
Aluminum dichlorohydrex PEG
Medicinal Rationale changed:
Aluminum-based antiperspirant preparations intended for the reduction of normal underarm perspiration, including those with duration statements, are classified as cosmetics. Aluminum-based antiperspirants intended for use in hyperhidrosis, or that imply protection based on a mechanism of action that modifies organic function are classified as NHPs. Reference: http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/cps-spc/pubs/indust/cosmet-antiperspir-sudorif/index-eng.php.
NHPID Name:
Aluminum dichlorohydrex PG
New Additional Details added :
The presence of this ingredient on the List of Prohibited and Restricted Cosmetic Ingredients (the Cosmetic Ingredient Hotlist) indicates that there are potentially significant safety issues. This ingredient must be used in accordance with the restrictions set out on the Hotlist when included in natural health products, unless additional evidence for safety is submitted. Reference: http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/cps-spc/cosmet-person/hot-list-critique/hotlist-liste-eng.php.
NHPID Name:
Aluminum dichlorohydrex PG
Medicinal Rationale changed:
Aluminum-based antiperspirant preparations intended for the reduction of normal underarm perspiration, including those with duration statements, are classified as cosmetics. Aluminum-based antiperspirants intended for use in hyperhidrosis, or that imply protection based on a mechanism of action that modifies organic function are classified as NHPs. Reference: http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/cps-spc/pubs/indust/cosmet-antiperspir-sudorif/index-eng.php.
NHPID Name:
Aluminum sesquichlorohydrate
New Additional Details added :
The presence of this ingredient on the List of Prohibited and Restricted Cosmetic Ingredients (the Cosmetic Ingredient Hotlist) indicates that there are potentially significant safety issues. This ingredient must be used in accordance with the restrictions set out on the Hotlist when included in natural health products, unless additional evidence for safety is submitted. Reference: http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/cps-spc/cosmet-person/hot-list-critique/hotlist-liste-eng.php.
NHPID Name:
Aluminum sesquichlorohydrate
Medicinal Rationale changed:
Aluminum-based antiperspirant preparations intended for the reduction of normal underarm perspiration, including those with duration statements, are classified as cosmetics. Aluminum-based antiperspirants intended for use in hyperhidrosis, or that imply protection based on a mechanism of action that modifies organic function are classified as NHPs. Reference: http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/cps-spc/pubs/indust/cosmet-antiperspir-sudorif/index-eng.php.
NHPID Name:
Oryza sativa
New Sub-ingredient(s) added:
Sucrose
Monograph Modifications
In this update, the following single ingredient or product monographs were added or modified.
No Changes.
AbLS Modifications
In this update, the following abbreviated labelling standards were added or modified.
No Changes.
Controlled Vocabulary Modifications
In this update, the following controlled vocabulary (dosage forms, methods of preparation, quality test methods, etc) were added or modified.
No Changes.
Homeopathic Ingredient Modifications
In this update, the following homeopathic ingredients were added or modified.
No Changes.
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