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Testosterone → Canada

Purpose: Traveling · Verified: 2026-04-24

RESTRICTED

Schedule IV controlled substance

Details

Testosterone is a Schedule IV substance under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA). Travelers may bring a single-course treatment (typically up to 90 days) for personal medical use when carrying a valid physician's prescription in the original labelled packaging. The drug must be declared to CBSA on arrival. Commercial import is prohibited without a Health Canada import licence. Bodybuilding / performance use is not a recognised medical need and may result in seizure.

Quantity limit

Personal use with prescription

Documentation required

Valid prescription
Original packaging

Legal reference

Controlled Drugs and Substances Act

Practical advice

Carry prescription and doctor letter. Keep in original packaging.

Customs authority

Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) · https://www.cbsa-asfc.gc.ca