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CARM launch for trade chain partners rescheduled to October 2024. The Canada Border Services Agency announced on Friday afternoon that it was delaying the full implementation of CARM until October
New CBSA Market Watch Unit will monitor and update trade remedy measures. Budget provides $10.5 million over three years for the Canada Border Services Agency to create a dedicated Market Watch Unit
Thousand Islands Bridge rehabilitation project starting on April 22. The work will require traffic control operations that will include lane restrictions and full traffic holds at times
CBSA finds dumping would resume if duties expired on cold-rolled steel from China, Korea, and Vietnam. Tribunal will now determine whether the expiry of duties is likely to result in injury to Canadian industry
Carbon Steel Welded Pipe from China - Tianjin Baode Steel Co. Notice of normal value review
Customs Notice 24-16 Highway Sufferance Warehouse Closure (Kelowna, BC)
Changes to Excise Duty Rates on Tobacco Products - Budget 2004. This notice provides information about a Budget 2024 announcement to increase the rates of excise duty on tobacco products
Updates to the Safe Food for Canadians licence application and guidance. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency has made updates to the SFC licence application and to a guidance document
CETA origin quota utilization tables 2024. The Utilization levels for certain items have been updated
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Weekly Stats - Export/Import - Preference Level Utilization - Utilization levels have been updated
(This notice was deleted by CBSA 19-04-2024) Reminder: Preparing for CARM Release 2 Implementation, Cutover Period. Customs Notice 24-14 provides important information regarding the cutover period which will extend from April 26 to May 1
(This notice was deleted by CBSA 19-04-2024) Reminder: Preparing for CARM Release 2 Implementation, Transition Measures. Customs Notice 24-15 outlines transition measures to ensure continued border fluidity and timely submission of accounting and payment of duties after CARM implementation on May 13, 2024
Global trade in goods is expected to pick up gradually this year. WTO says volume of world merchandise trade should increase by 2.6% in 2024 and 3.3% in 2025
U.S. reports increase in imports and exports in February. The U.S. Census Bureau says February exports were up $5.8 billion from January and imports were up $7.1 billion
Blue Water Bridge Canada-bound span will be closed to traffic until October. The U.S.-bound span will be used to accommodate traffic in both directions during rehabilitation work
Preparing for CARM Release 2 Implementation, Cutover Period. Customs Notice 24-14 provides important information regarding the cutover period which will extend from April 26 to May 13
Preparing for CARM Release 2 Implementation, Transition Measures. Customs Notice 24-15 outlines transition measures to ensure continued border fluidity and timely submission of accounting and payment of duties after CARM implementation on
Upholstered Domestic Seating from China - Anji Eurostile Furniture. Notice of normal value review
Export of fish and seafood to the European Union - Form update. This version of the form includes a new field, "product description(s) on label(s)", which will require applicants to identify the products to be certified on the certificate request
Changes to import requirements for pet supplements. This is advance notice of changes to import requirements that will be published on June 24, 2024
Renewal of veterinary biologics establishment licences, product licences, and import permits. Renewal reminder for holders of Canadian veterinary biologics establishment licences, product licences, and import permits
CETA origin quota utilization tables 2024. The Utilization levels for certain items have been updated
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Weekly Stats - Export/Import - Preference Level Utilization - Utilization levels have been updated
Canada's merchandise trade surplus reaches $1.4 billion in February. Statistics Canada reports that the country's exports increased 5.8%, while imports rose 4.6%
Global air cargo demand still in double-digit growth in February. The International Air Transport Association reports global air cargo demand rose by 11.9% compared to last year
CBSA and U.S. CBP announce an increase in NEXUS application fee. The NEXUS program application fee is going up from US$50 to US$120 effective October 1, 2024
CBSA extends reinvestigation of values of carbon steel fasteners from China and Chinese Taipei. The Agency needs more time because of the complexity and novelty of the issues presented by the re-investigation
Upholstered Domestic Seating from Vietnam - Duc Thanh Co., Ltd. Notice of normal value review
Carbon and Alloy Steel Line Pipe from the Republic of Korea - Dong Yang Steel. Notice of conclusion of normal value review
Carbon and Alloy Steel Line Pipe from the Republic of Korea - Husteel. Notice of conclusion of normal value review
Customs Notice 24-14 Preparing for CARM Release 2 Implementation, Cutover Period
Customs Notice 24-13 Notification of Change to the Criminal Code Definition of Prohibited Firearms
Customs Notice 24-12 CARM Administrative Measures related to the Duties Relief Program, Duty Drawback Program and Commercial Temporary Importations under Tariff Item No. 9993.00.00
Customs Notice 24-11 Submission and Processing Single and Blanket B2 Adjustments or Voluntary Disclosure requests on or after April 1, 2024
Customs Notice 24-10 Termination of the temporary electronic procedures for Canada Border Services Agency's Trade Programs (COVID-19) - GTA Pilot
Customs Notice 24-09 Change of Commercial Hours, Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA), Saint John, New Brunswick (NB)
Customs Notice 24-08 Change of Hours - Commercial Office, Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA), St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador
Monthly Canada-US Softwood Lumber Exports Reports - March 2024
CETA origin quota utilization tables 2024. The Utilization levels for certain items have been updated
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Weekly Stats - Export/Import - Preference Level Utilization - Utilization levels have been updated
UN's global trade update shows encouraging signs despite persistent challenges. UNCTAD says international trade is poised for a rebound in 2024 after facing declines over several quarters
Canada contributes funding to WTO to boost safe food exports from developing economies. Canada's contribution will help to pilot innovative sanitary and phytosanitary capacity development projects
CBSA concludes re-investigation of values of heavy steel plate from Chinese Taipei and Germany. Revised amounts could change the rates of anti-dumping / countervailing duty payable on imports
Changes to excise duty rate increases on certain products on April 1, 2024. The Canadian Government caps the inflation adjustment for excise duty rates on beer, spirits and wine
Canada-United Kingdom Trade Continuity Agreement. Customs Notice 24-07 confirms expiry of specific rules of origin Provisions under the Canada-United Kingdom Trade Continuity Agreement
Upholstered domestic seating originating in China and Vietnam, and exported from the United States - Wayfair. Notice of normal value review to establish the normal values, export prices and amounts of subsidies
Carbon and alloy steel line pipe exported from the Republic of Korea - Nexteel. Notice of normal value review
Annual Adjustment of CFIA Service Fees. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) adjusts its service fees annually based on the Consumer Price Index in accordance with the Service Fees Act
CETA origin quota utilization tables 2024. The Utilization levels for certain items have been updated
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Weekly Stats - Export/Import - Preference Level Utilization - Utilization levels have been updated
Canada-Ukraine modernized free trade agreement gets Royal Assent. The modernized CUFTA will come into force when the two countries complete their regulatory processes
First meeting of trade ministers of the Americas Partnership for Economic Prosperity. Led by the United States, the APEP aims to be a new framework for cooperation across the Americas
Tribunal maintains injury finding on dry wheat pasta from Türkiye. The Trade Tribunal says resumption of dumping/subsidizing would result in injury to Canadian industry
CBSA finds dumping would resume if duties expired on sucker rods from China. Tribunal will now determine whether the expiry of duties is likely to result in injury to Canadian industry
United Kingdom: Certification of sawn coniferous wood under D-13-01 and D-07-02. Effective immediately, all coniferous wood products destined to the UK, including Thuja spp., must be inspected by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) and be accompanied with a phytosanitary certificate issued by the CFIA
CETA origin quota utilization tables 2024. The Utilization levels for certain items have been updated
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Weekly Stats - Export/Import - Preference Level Utilization - Utilization levels have been updated
Statistics Canada reports a merchandise trade surplus of $496 million for January. The country's merchandise imports decreased 3.8 percent in January, while exports fell 1.7 percent
WTO goods barometer forecasts weak upward momentum in global trade. Global merchandise trade should start to show some modest gains in the first quarter of 2024 after a weak performance in 2023
CBSA launches dumping investigation on wire rod from China, Egypt, and Vietnam. The Canadian International Trade Tribunal will determine whether the imports are harming Canadian producers
Barley products tariff rate quota will be filled on April 11. The "over access commitment" rates of duty will then be applicable until July 31, 2024
Publication of CARM enabling regulations. CARM to become the system of record for the collection of duties and taxes for commercial goods imported into Canada. CARM remains on track for May 13
CFIA Notice to industry: Changes to import requirements for pet supplements. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) is modernizing and simplifying import requirements for pet supplements made of animal products and by-products. This is advance notice of changes to import requirements that will be published on June 24, 2024
Exports of genetically modified, organic and irradiated foods to Qatar. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has become aware that Qatar is now requiring a Certificate of Conformity for shipments of genetically modified, organic and irradiated foods
Canadian ministers express concerns over new American "Product of USA" labelling regulations. Canada remains concerned about any measures that may cause disruptions to the highly integrated North American meat and livestock supply chains
CETA origin quota utilization tables 2024. The Utilization levels for certain items have been updated
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Weekly Stats - Export/Import - Preference Level Utilization - Utilization levels have been updated
Global air cargo demand was up 18.4 percent in January. The International Air Transport Association reports significant growth in all regions
WTO extends duty moratorium on e-commerce transmissions. Practice of not imposing customs duties on electronic transmissions extended until the next WTO ministerial conference, or until March 2026
Canada announces additional ban on imports of Russian diamonds. This ban is targeting indirect imports of Russian diamonds weighing 1 carat and above
Mattresses from China - Shenzhen Lantise Tech. Conclusion of normal value review
Steel piling pipe from China - Tak International Trading (Tianjin). Notice of close of record and updated schedule
Changes to import permit requirements - African swine fever. The information for importers to understand feed controls to prevent African swine fever has been updated
CETA origin quota utilization tables 2024. The Utilization levels for certain items have been updated
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Weekly Stats - Export/Import - Preference Level Utilization - Utilization levels have been updated
G20 merchandise trade was stable in the fourth quarter of 2023. OECD reports that robust recovery in East Asia was counterbalanced by a slowdown in Europe and North America
Nine more WTO members formally accept the WTO Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies. Slight rise in acceptances of the agreement during the Organization's 13th Ministerial Conference
Excise duty rates increasing on certain products on April 1, 2024. New rates will apply to certain spirits, wine, beer and tobacco products
EU Export Requirements Library Update - Fish and Seafood. CFIA advises that the European Union (EU) export requirements library webpage for fish and seafood has been updated
New inspection reports for table stock potatoes from PEI destined to the US. The new Inspection Report will demonstrate that the potatoes have been inspected and found free from soil and potato wart symptoms, and that they meet the field/seed source requirements as per the USDA Federal Order
Updated travel information for Mexican citizens coming to Canada. Canada is adjusting its travel requirements for Mexican citizens
Minister Ng to advance Canada's trade priorities at 13th WTO Ministerial Conference in Abu Dhabi. Minister Ng will also chair the Ottawa Group meeting to support the WTO reform agenda and engage with her international counterparts to advance more sustainable and inclusive trade for all
CUSMA Secretariat - Request for panel review- Softwood lumber products from Canada - United States International Trade Commission Final Determinations of the Five-Year Reviews of the Antidumping and Countervailing Duty Orders
CETA origin quota utilization tables 2024. The Utilization levels for certain items have been updated
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Weekly Stats - Export/Import - Preference Level Utilization - Utilization levels have been updated
Tribunal initiates expiry review of duties on carbon steel welded pipe from China. The dumping/subsidizing finding is scheduled to expire unless CBSA and Tribunal decide to maintain it
CBSA finds dumping would resume if duties expired on certain steel oil and gas well casing from China. Tribunal will now determine whether the expiry of duties is likely to result in injury to Canadian industry
Canada will require melt and pour information for steel imports. Global Affairs Canada's mandatory reporting beginning November 5th, 2024
CBSA will fully implement the CARM system on May 13, 2024. Importers should be fully registered in CARM to avoid customs clearance delays after the May 13, 2024 implementation
New inspection reports for table stock potatoes from PEI destined to the US. The new Inspection Report will demonstrate that the potatoes have been inspected and found free from soil and potato wart symptoms, and that they meet the field/seed source requirements as per the USDA Federal Order
Taxonomic name update in AIRS and Form 5670 for Pacific Turbot. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has made an update to the Automated Import Reference System (AIRS) and the application for permit to import aquatic animals and/or their offal (CFIA/ACIA 5670) to update the taxonomic name for Pacific Turbot
CETA origin quota utilization tables 2024. The Utilization levels for certain items have been updated
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Weekly Stats - Export/Import - Preference Level Utilization - Utilization levels have been updated
OECD forecasts global economic growth will continue, but at a modest pace. Interim Economic Outlook projects global GDP growth of 2.9% in 2024 and a slight improvement to 3.0% in 2025
Four more WTO members formally accept the WTO Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies. The total number of WTO members that have formally accepted the Agreement reaches 60
ICC and business groups urge WTO to extend e-commerce duty moratorium. The current practice of not imposing customs duties on electronic transmissions could expire at the end of March 2024
Import Prohibition on Bat Guano. Customs Notice 24-04 is a reminder that since 2014, bat guano in any form (pure manure that is processed and packaged, pure manure that is unprocessed, fertilizer or any other item that contains bat guano ingredients) is prohibited from being imported into Canada
CETA origin quota utilization tables 2024. The Utilization levels for certain items have been updated
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Weekly Stats - Export/Import - Preference Level Utilization - Utilization levels have been updated
CBSA investigation leads to criminal charges for firearms-related offences. Firearms and weapons are high-risk commodities and their interdiction is a Canada Border Services Agency enforcement priority
Statistics Canada reports $312 million merchandise trade deficit in December. The country's merchandise imports edged up 0.2% in December while exports decreased 1.9%
U.S. signals possible increase of duties on Canadian softwood lumber. U.S. Department of Commerce announced the preliminary results for the fifth administrative review
Tin mill steel products from Canada do not injure U.S. industry says American commission. U.S. International Trade Commission also applies decision to goods from China, Germany, and South Korea
Canada Mexico arrangement for trade of organic food extended for 3 years. The Canada-Mexico Organic Equivalency Arrangement originally came into effect on February 15, 2023
Final Reminder: Safe Food for Canadians (SFC) licence to import food to Canada. Customs Notice 24-03 As of February 12, 2024, verification of the SFC licence requirement prior to import will begin for imports of manufactured foods. All food importers that require a SFC licence must include a valid SFC licence number on their import declaration
Excise duty framework for vaping products. Memorandum D18-3-2 has been updated/amended
Upholstered Domestic Seating from China - Shenzhen Zhuangjia Wanchang. Notice of normal value review
Reminder of import requirements for meat products to Canada. Watermark on OMIC for meat products imported from United States of America
Letter of guarantee for importation of processed casings from the United States. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has negotiated an interim procedure with the Food Safety and Inspection Service
Public consultations: CPTPP Dairy TRQs Panel report implementation and other administration policy changes. Global Affairs Canada has launched consultations on the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) dairy tariff rate quotas (TRQs) panel report implementation as well as other administration policy changes
CETA origin quota utilization tables 2024. The Utilization levels for certain items have been updated
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Weekly Stats - Export/Import - Preference Level Utilization - Utilization levels have been updated
Global air cargo demand surged 10.8% in December. IATA reports air cargo demand rebounded in 2023 with a particularly strong fourth quarter performance
CBSA processed 5,360,208 commercial trucks into Canada in 2023. The Federal Agency also assessed over $39.3 billion in duties and taxes last year
Importing animals and travelling with pets. Canada has specific import requirements in place to avoid introducing animal diseases
Permanent Domestic Lane at Cornwall port of entry to improve traveller experience. The Domestic Lane was developed as part of the Border Collaboration Initiative, a joint effort by the CBSA and MCA to improve the daily lives of all who travel through the Cornwall port of entry
Mattresses from China - Shenzhen Lantise Tech. Notice of close of record and updated schedule - normal value review
Notice to industry: Undeclared milk allergens in chocolate products. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency has published a notice to industry to remind manufacturers and importers of their obligation to ensure chocolate products do not contain undeclared milk allergens
Notice to Exporters No. 1108 - Export and Brokering of items listed on the Export Control List and the Brokering Control List to Türkiye
CETA origin quota utilization tables 2024. The Utilization levels for certain items have been updated
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Weekly Stats - Export/Import - Preference Level Utilization - Utilization levels have been updated
Minister Ng advances Canadian multilateral trade priorities with Ottawa Group partners. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, Director-General of the WTO, also participated in the meeting at which ministers discussed possible solutions that could be advanced at the 13th WTO Ministerial Conference, scheduled for February
Piracy and armed robbery remain a real threat to ships' crews. International Maritime Bureau raises concern over the first successful Somali based hijacking since 2017
Canadian railways' freight volume was up slightly in November. Statistics Canada reports railways carried 32.4 million tonnes of freight in November
International Air Transport Association says global air cargo set for a positive 2024. The Middle East is set for the biggest rise at 12.3% while Africa will see a more modest 1.5%
CBSA finds dumping would resume if duties expired on steel welded pipe from several countries. Tribunal will now determine whether the expiry of duties is likely to result in injury to Canadian industry
Notice of retroactive assessments: Corrosion-resistant steel sheet originating in or exported fromTürkiye and Vietnam. CBSA has determined that retroactive assessments using the normal values determined for subject goods released into Canada from December 2021 to November 2022 could be required in some cases
Hollow structural sections exported to Canada from South Korea by Histeel. Notice of conclusion of expedited review
African swine fever - Changes to import permit requirements. The information for importers about feed controls to prevent African swine fever has been updated by the CFIA
Import requirements for screenings and grain and seed for cleaning. Publication and Implementation of the updated CFIA Directive D-96-07
CETA origin quota utilization tables 2024. The Utilization levels for certain items have been updated
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Weekly Stats - Export/Import - Preference Level Utilization - Utilization levels have been updated
Tribunal maintains injury finding on steel piling pipe from China. The Trade Tribunal says resumption of dumping/subsidizing would result in injury to Canadian industry
Reinvestigation of values of gypsum board from the United States. Revised amounts could change the rates of anti-dumping duty payable on imports
Tribunal initiates expiry review of duties on corrosion-resistant steel sheet from several countries. The dumping finding is scheduled to expire unless CBSA and Tribunal decide to maintain it
Canada challenges U.S. decision to maintain duties on Canadian softwood lumber. A binational CUSMA panel will be established to determine whether the latest decision is consistent with U.S. law
U.S. imposes anti-dumping duty on tin mill steel products from Canada. U.S. Department of Commerce also applies decision to goods from China, Germany, and the Republic of Korea
GAC - Updates to the Supply-Managed tariff rate quota (TRQs) webpage. These updates are designed to separate current and previous/archived notices, requests and lists when searching in the filterable tables
2023-2024 Wheat / Barley and their products TRQ utilization information. First-Come, First-Served Tariff Rate Quotas (TRQ) Period: August 1, 2023 to July 31, 2024
CETA origin quota utilization tables 2024. The Utilization levels for certain items have been updated
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Weekly Stats - Export/Import - Preference Level Utilization - Utilization levels have been updated
Canada's merchandise trade surplus drops to $1.6 billion in November. The country's merchandise imports increased 1.9% in November, while exports were down 0.6%
Global air cargo demand was up 8.3 percent in November. International Air Transport Association reports a fourth consecutive month of strengthening demand for air cargo
New Windsor-Detroit bridge opening delayed to fall of 2025. Construction completion of the Gordie Howe International Bridge is planned for September 2025
The Canada Border Services Agency updates its verification priority targets. Commodities are targeted for verification of origin, tariff classification and value for duty
Import permit requirement for all “new“ restricted handgun importations. Customs Notice 24-01 - Notification of the requirement to present Global Affairs Canada import permits for all “new“ restricted handgun importations
New import and export restrictions on elephant ivory and rhinoceros horn. Customs Notice 24-02 - Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC)'s new import and export restrictions on elephant ivory and rhinoceros horn
Carbon and Alloy Steel Line Pipe from the Republic of Korea - Dong Yang Steel. Notice of close of record and updated schedule - normal value review
Carbon and Alloy Steel Line Pipe from the Republic of Korea - Husteel. Notice of close of record and updated schedule - normal value review
African swine fever - Changes to import permit requirements. The information for importers to understand feed controls to prevent African swine fever has been updated
CETA origin quota utilization tables 2024. The Utilization levels for certain items have been updated
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Weekly Stats - Export/Import - Preference Level Utilization - Utilization levels have been updated
List of CBSA Holidays and maintenance outages in 2024. The Canada Border Services Agency's official Holidays and EDI system maintenance dates
Ports of Montreal and Quebec award traditional gold-headed canes. Port authorities' long-established awards go to the first ships to sail up the Saint-Lawrence river
Reminder: Blanket certificates of origin need to be renewed for 2024. Most blanket certificates are filled-out to expire on December 31 and have to be renewed
CBSA can help Canadian rights holders to fight counterfeit imports. Canadian trademark or geographical indication rights holders can file a request for assistance
Notice to industry: Implementation of service fees for the Emerald Ash Borer directive. Effective January 12th, 2024, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency is implementing Emerald Ash Borer service fees
CFIA Directive D-03-08 Phytosanitary requirements to prevent the introduction into and spread within Canada of the emerald ash borer, Agrilus planipennis (Fairmaire). Effective date: January 12, 2024
Canada-US softwood lumber monthly export report - December 2023
CETA origin quota utilization tables 2024. The Utilization levels for certain items have been updated
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Weekly Stats - Export/Import - Preference Level Utilization - Utilization levels have been updated
Over 86 million counterfeit articles were seized in the European Union last year. The estimated value of fake items detained amounted to over EUR 2 billion, up approximately 3%
OECD reports G20 area's GDP growth saw little change in the third quarter of 2023. Total G20 gross domestic product was up 0.7% in the third quarter of 2023, slightly up from 0.6% in the previous quarter
Canadian railways' freight volume dropped for a sixth consecutive month. Statistics Canada reports railways carried 32.6 million tonnes of freight in October
CFIA consultation on interim standard on per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances in biosolids. Proposed implementation of a PFAS standard for municipal biosolids imported or sold in Canada as commercial fertilizers
Amended certificates for export of fish and seafood to Australia. The health certificates for the export of non-salmonid fish oil and prawn products for human consumption to Australia have been amended
U.S. modifies the entry requirements for Buxus spp. and removes restrictions for Euonymus spp. and Ilex spp. imported from Canada into the United States. A U.S. Federal Order modifies the U.S. entry requirements for Buxus spp. and removes restrictions for Euonymus spp. and Ilex spp. imported from Canada into the United States
End of fall 2023 import requirements for romaine lettuce from the United States. The temporary import licence conditions for romaine lettuce from the United States end on December 20, 2023
Mattresses originating in or exported from China - Derucci International Holdings. Notice of normal value review
Carbon steel fasteners from China - Pinghu. Conclusion of a normal value review
CETA origin quota utilization tables 2023. The Utilization levels for certain items have been updated
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Weekly Stats - Export/Import - Preference Level Utilization - Utilization levels have been updated
Tribunal maintains injury finding on liquid dielectric transformers from South Korea. The Trade Tribunal says resumption of dumping would result in injury to Canadian industry
Global law enforcement operation results in 2114 seizures of endangered animals and timber. Customs and police officers from 133 countries coordinated some 500 arrests worldwide and 2,114 confiscations
G20 economies introduce more trade-restrictive than trade-facilitating measures. For the first time since 2015, the monthly average of new G20 trade restrictions outpaced new trade-facilitating measures
Global air cargo demand was up for a third consecutive month. International Air Transport Association reports global air freight was up 3.8% year over year in October
Geopolitical and economic conditions soften Canadian exporters' confidence. EDC's exporter confidence index, now at 65.7 points, remains below the historical average of 72.8
Sporting goods imported under conditional duties relief. Customs Notice 23-30 advises that the terms of Tariff Item 9984.00.00 have changed to indicate the Canadian Olympic Committee as the certifying body
Importation of restricted handguns into Canada. Notice to Importers No. 1106 sets out the policies and practices pertaining to the importation of restricted handguns into Canada, pursuant to the coming into force of the amendments to the Firearms Act under Bill C-21
CFIA Reminder: Importers of manufactured foods need a licence. On February 12, 2024, the CFIA will activate the automatic verification of SFC licences for imports of manufactured foods. Food import transactions will be automatically rejected and the shipment will be denied entry into Canada unless a valid SFC licence number is declared
CETA origin quota utilization tables 2023. The Utilization levels for certain items have been updated
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Weekly Stats - Export/Import - Preference Level Utilization - Utilization levels have been updated
WTO report shows trade-facilitating trend continues but export restrictions persist. WTO members introduced more trade-facilitating than trade-restrictive measures on goods
CBSA awards contracts to modernize the Lacolle, Quebec port of entry. Architecture and engineering services contracts for the upgrading of St-Bernard-de-Lacolle port of entry
Tribunal initiates expiry review of duties on carbon steel welded pipe from four countries. The dumping finding is scheduled to expire unless CBSA and Tribunal decide to maintain it
CBSA finds dumping would resume if duties expired on hot-rolled carbon steel plate from China. Tribunal will now determine whether the expiry of duties is likely to result in injury to Canadian industry
Hot-rolled carbon steel plate and high-strength low-alloy steel plate from South Korea - Dongkuk Steel Mill. Notice of conclusion of normal value review
Hot-rolled carbon steel plate and high-strength low-alloy steel plate from South Korea - POSCO Co., Ltd. Notice of conclusion of normal value review
Hollow structural sections exported to Canada from South Korea by Histeel. Notice of close of record and updated schedule - expedited review
“Reason to Believe” and Self-Adjustments to Declarations of Origin, Tariff Classification, and Value for Duty. Memorandum D11-6-6 has been amended
Canadian Export Classification, 2024. This document presents the Canadian Export Classification, prepared by Statistics Canada
CFIA - Updates to import conditions for ruminant blood products from the European Union. The reason for this update is to include import conditions to address Bluetongue (BT) and Epizootic Hemorrhagic Disease (EHD)
Improving document authentication services in Canada. Global Affairs Canada announced upcoming improvements to its authentication services for documents to be used outside Canada
CETA origin quota utilization tables 2023. The Utilization levels for certain items have been updated
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Weekly Stats - Export/Import - Preference Level Utilization - Utilization levels have been updated
Canada's merchandise trade surplus reached $3.0 billion in October. The country's merchandise imports fell 2.8% in October while exports edged up 0.1%
U.S. trade commission renews finding that Canadian lumber imports injure U.S. industry. As a result of the commission's determination, the existing U.S. duties on imports of this product from Canada will remain in place
Reinvestigation of values of carbon steel fasteners from China and Chinese Taipei. Revised amounts could change the rates of anti-dumping and countervailing duty payable on imports
Reminder: Blanket certificates of origin need to be renewed for 2024. Most blanket certificates are filled-out to expire on December 31 and have to be renewed
Canada bans direct import of Russian diamonds and related products. Canada will continue working with its G7 and other international partners to implement comprehensive controls and verification measures for banning Russian diamonds
The Canada Border Services Agency's 2023 Year in Review. The Agency processed close to 4,554,300 commercial trucks into Canada, collected approximately $32.7 billion in duties and taxes
Minister of Transport announces launch of the National Supply Chain Office. This initiative to strengthen Canada's supply chains and increase the economy's competitiveness is supported by an investment of $27.2 million from Budget 2023
CETA origin quota utilization tables 2023. The Utilization levels for certain items have been updated
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Weekly Stats - Export/Import - Preference Level Utilization - Utilization levels have been updated
WTO goods barometer finds automobile and electronic sales are driving trade recovery. However, mixed economic results and increasing geopolitical tensions make near-term outlook highly uncertain
Canadian railways' freight volume was down slightly in September. Statistics Canada reports railways carried 30.7 million tonnes of freight in September
Planning to spend some time in a warmer country this winter? You may want to look at some Canadian Government websites for useful traveller information
CUSMA panel finds Canada's dairy quotas don't limit U.S. access. The United States claimed that Canada's allocation measures deny allocation access to eligible applicants
Corrosion-resistant steel sheet from Vietnam - Delaware Steel Company. Conclusion of normal value review
2024 Version of the Departmental Consolidation of the Customs Tariff. The 2024 Tariff reflects scheduled duty rate reductions contained within the legislation of individual Free Trade Agreements, as well as the substitution of certain tariff classification pre-ambles and tariff classification numbers in chapters 27, 28 and 29 (Customs Notice 23-28)
Customs Notice 23-29 Highway Sufferance Warehouse Closure (Cambridge, Ontario)
Amended certificate for the export of fish and seafood for human consumption to Israel. The amended export certificate will take effect for all shipments departing Canada on or after December 1st, 2023
Oman no longer accepting Certificate of Free Sale. The CFIA is currently seeking clarity from Omani food safety authorities on the acceptability of the Certificate of Free Sale for Canadian food exports going forward
CETA origin quota utilization tables 2023. The Utilization levels for certain items have been updated
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Weekly Stats - Export/Import - Preference Level Utilization - Utilization levels have been updated
Canada implements stricter measures for elephant ivory and rhinoceros horn trade. Canada will further limit the ability to transport all elephant ivory and rhinoceros horn across Canadian borders
Tribunal finds dumping/subsidizing of certain wind towers from China injure Canadian industry. Finding excludes towers imported for installation in energy projects located west of the Ontario Manitoba border
Tribunal maintains injury finding on copper pipe fittings from Vietnam. The Trade Tribunal says resumption of dumping and subsidizing would result in injury to Canadian industry
Modifications to GPT, LDCT, and CCCT preferential tariffs to be implemented in 2025. Changes to eligible countries, eligible goods and rules of origin will come into force in January 2025
Notice of retroactive assessments: Concrete reinforcing bar originating in or exported from the Republic of Turkey. The CBSA has determined that retroactive assessments using the normal values determined for subject goods released into Canada from July 2021 to August 2022 could be required in some cases
CETA origin quota utilization tables 2023. The Utilization levels for certain items have been updated
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Weekly Stats - Export/Import - Preference Level Utilization - Utilization levels have been updated
WTO report finds strong expansion of global value chains. Document notes increased vulnerability due to essential products that are exported by very few economies
Electronic ATA temporary admission Carnet will replace paper version in 2027. Group approves global transition plan for moving from a paper to a digital Carnet system
Tribunal initiates expiry review of duties on cold-rolled steel from China, Korea and Vietnam. The dumping/subsidizing finding is scheduled to expire unless CBSA and Tribunal decide to maintain it
CFIA seeks input on revisions concerning phytosanitary certificates issued for export. Proposed revisions to the directive D-99-06: Policy on the Issuance of Phytosanitary Certificates for Export and for Re-export
Steel piling pipe from China - Tak International Trading (Tianjin). Notice of normal value review
CETA origin quota utilization tables 2023. The Utilization levels for certain items have been updated
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Weekly Stats - Export/Import - Preference Level Utilization - Utilization levels have been updated
Canada's merchandise trade surplus reaches $2.0 billion in September. The country's merchandise exports increased 2.7% in September, while imports rose 1.0%
Global air cargo demand was up almost 2 percent in September. The International Air Transport Association reports global air freight was up 1.9% compared to September 2022
Consultation on federal regulations to strengthen Canada's supply chains. Ottawa seeks feedback on supply chain issues related to critical minerals, transportation, and border operations
Canada and South Korea reach an organic equivalency arrangement. The arrangement will apply reciprocally to processed organic products from South Korea and Canada
CFIA reminds industry of the full implementation of the shipborne dunnage program. End of the transition period and beginning of the full implementation of the Canadian shipborne dunnage program
New client identification database for the transportation of dangerous goods in Canada. The Client Identification Database is a new online platform for registering and identifying persons and organizations who import, offer for transport, handle, or transport dangerous goods in Canada
Non-commercial Provincial Tax Collection Programs. Memorandum D2-3-6 has been revised to clarify the rebate on imports by First Nations People (Ontario only) and on how herbal cigarettes are to be processed
Corrosion-resistant steel sheet from Vietnam - Delaware Steel Company. Notice of close of record and updated schedule - normal value review
Customs Notice 23-26 Elimination of ACROSS Service Options (SO) 257 (EDI RMD) and 117 (Paper PARS)
CETA origin quota utilization tables 2023. The Utilization levels for certain items have been updated
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Weekly Stats - Export/Import - Preference Level Utilization - Utilization levels have been updated
WTO publishes key indicators on international trade for 197 economies. Highlights of the major exports and imports for each economy and their main trading partners
Reminder: Blanket certificates of origin need to be renewed for 2024. Most blanket certificates are filled-out to expire on December 31 and have to be renewed
New SFC licence verification system for manufactured food imports. The CFIA will implement automatic verification of Safe Food for Canadians licences for imports of manufactured foods on February 12, 2024
Reminder: Wheat products tariff rate quota will be filled on November 4. The "over access commitment" rates of duty will then be applicable until July 31, 2024
Hot-rolled carbon steel plate exported to Canada from South Korea by POSCO. Notice of close of record and updated schedule of normal value review
Hot-rolled carbon steel plate exported to Canada from South Korea by Dongkuk Steel Mill. Notice of close of record and updated schedule of normal value review
Upholstered domestic seating from China - Eterno Co and Zhe Jiang Shengli Furniture. Notice of conclusion of expedited review. Normal values, export prices and amounts of subsidy for future shipments
Importation and Exportation of Pathogens and Toxins.Memorandum D19-9-4 explains the requirements for importers and exporters that wish to import and export pathogens and toxins
Advance rulings for tariff classification. Memorandum D11-11-3 has been revised to povide more information regarding the postponement of the effective date of a modification or revocation of an advance ruling
Customs Notice 23-23 Amendments to the Departmental Consolidation of the Customs Tariff: Description change of tariff item 9984.00.00. Replacing the reference to True Sport Foundation with a reference to Canadian Olympic Committee
Customs Notice 23-24 Highway Sufferance Warehouse Closure (Granby, Quebec)
Customs Notice 23-25 Closure of the Sherbrooke office
CFIA - End of transition period to the amended Fertilizers Regulations. The transition period came to an end on October 26, 2023
CFIA - Guidance for trans-shipments of animal products and by-products. Clarification of the existing policy
New milestone reached in the protection of Canadian pigs and pork industry against African swine fever. Zoning and compartmentalization are internationally recognized disease management tools to facilitate trade
Canada-US softwood lumber monthly export report - October 2023
CETA origin quota utilization tables 2023. The Utilization levels for certain items have been updated
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Weekly Stats - Export/Import - Preference Level Utilization - Utilization levels have been updated
Canadian railways' August freight volume was 2.4% below August 2022. Statistics Canada reports railways transported 30.6 million tonnes of freight in August
Seven more WTO members formally accept the WTO Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies. The total number of WTO members that have formally accepted the Agreement reaches 51
Global Trade in wine and vine products on the rise. International trade in wine and vine products has almost tripled over the past two decades
Reinvestigation of values of heavy steel plate from Chinese Taipei and Germany. Revised amounts could change the rates of anti-dumping duty payable on imports
Carbon steel fasteners from China - Pinghu. Notice of close of record and updated schedule of a normal value review
CFIA - Updates to the Food Export Certification Webpage and a reminder to all food exporters that when requesting an export certificate or other export permission, exporters must provide the CFIA with accurate and complete information and supporting documentation, if required
CETA origin quota utilization tables 2023. The Utilization levels for certain items have been updated
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Weekly Stats - Export/Import - Preference Level Utilization - Utilization levels have been updated
CBSA confirms dumping & subsidizing decisions on wind towers from China. The Trade tribunal is continuing its inquiry on injury to the domestic industry
Tribunal initiates expiry review of duties on sucker rods from China. The dumping/subsidizing finding is scheduled to expire unless CBSA and Tribunal decide to maintain it
CBSA finds dumping would resume if duties expired on dry wheat pasta from Türkiye. Tribunal will now determine whether the expiry of duties is likely to result in injury to Canadian industry
Introduction of legislation to implement modernized Canada-Ukraine FTA. The modernized CUFTA includes dedicated new chapters and provisions on several trade matters
CFIA Clarification of requirements for importing approved biological control agents from commercial sources. The processing of permit applications that do not contain the required information will be placed on hold until the information is obtained
Concrete Reinforcing Bar from Algeria - Spa Tosyali Iron Steel Industry. CBSA notice of normal value review
Carbon steel fasteners from Chinese Taipei - Industry Building Hardware Co., Ltd. CBSA conclusion of a normal value review
CETA origin quota utilization tables 2023. The Utilization levels for certain items have been updated
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Weekly Stats - Export/Import - Preference Level Utilization - Utilization levels have been updated
WTO expects lower trade growth in 2023 as global manufacturing slows down. Trade growth should pick up next year accompanied by slow but stable GDP growth
NAFTA panel asks U.S. to review key aspects of duties on Canadian lumber. The panel directed the U.S. Department of Commerce to review key aspects of its determination
CBSA concludes re-investigation of carbon steel welded pipe values of from six countries. Revised amounts could change the rates of anti-dumping / countervailing duty payable on imports
Wheat products tariff rate quota will be filled on November 4. The "over access commitment" rates of duty will then be applicable until July 31, 2024
Carbon steel welded pipe 2 from the United Arab Emirates - KD Industries Inc. Notice of conclusion of expedited review of normal values and export prices
Upholstered domestic seating from China - Eterno Co and Zhe Jiang Shengli Furniture. Notice of close of record and updated schedule of review of normal values and export prices
CETA origin quota utilization tables 2023. The Utilization levels for certain items have been updated
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Weekly Stats - Export/Import - Preference Level Utilization - Utilization levels have been updated
Canada reports a merchandise trade surplus of $718 million in August. The country's merchandise exports increased 5.7% in August, while imports rose 3.8%
Global air cargo demand up 1.5% in August, the first annual growth in 19 months. The International Air Transport Association reports international cargo was up 2% compared to August 2022
Tribunal maintains injury finding on stainless steel sinks from China. The Trade Tribunal says resumption of dumping and subsidizing would result in injury to Canadian industry
Chief Mountain port of entry closes for the season. The Chief Mountain port of entry is closing for the season on September 30, at 6:00 p.m. Mountain Standard Time (MST). It will reopen in the spring of 2024
Carbon Steel Fasteners from China and Chinese Taipei - Scope Ruling. CBSA made a scope ruling on September 29, 2023, that National Nail's CAMO Edge Screws are subject to the CITT's order
Opening of the application period for the 2024 calendar year TRQs. Global Affairs Canada has opened the application period for the 2024 calendar year tariff rate quotas (TRQs) starting October 1, 2023, and with a deadline of November 15, 2023
Canada-US softwood lumber monthly export report - September 2023
CETA origin quota utilization tables 2023. The Utilization levels for certain items have been updated
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Weekly Stats - Export/Import - Preference Level Utilization - Utilization levels have been updated
Canadian railways' July freight volume was down 5.1% from July 2022. Statistics Canada reports railways transported 28.9 million tonnes of freight in July
Canada-European Union trade agreement turns six years old. Trade-related CETA chapters provisionally came into effect six years ago, on September 21, 2017
Canada and Ukraine sign modernized Canada-Ukraine Free Trade Agreement. The modernized CUFTA will come into force when the two countries complete their legal and regulatory processes
Changes to import requirements for live poultry, hatching eggs and raw poultry products from France, due to vaccination for Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency is temporarily suspending the importation of all live poultry and raw fresh/frozen poultry products originating from France, effective October 1, 2023
CETA origin quota utilization tables 2023. The Utilization levels for certain items have been updated to 2023-09-25
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Weekly Stats - Export/Import - Preference Level Utilization - Utilization levels have been updated to 2023-09-25
Ukraine initiates WTO dispute complaints against Hungary, Poland and Slovak Republic. Ukraine has requested WTO dispute consultations with Hungary, Poland and the Slovak Republic regarding the continued imposition of import bans by the three countries on certain agricultural products, including grains, from Ukraine
Global economy's positive growth continues according to OECD report. The global economy was stronger than expected in the first half of 2023
St. Lawrence Seaway cargo shipping shows continued resilience. Year-to-date cargo traffic within the Seaway System reached 19.9 million tonnes in August
Tribunal initiates expiry review of duties on steel oil and gas well casing from China. The dumping/subsidizing finding is scheduled to expire unless CBSA and Tribunal decide to maintain it
Exportation of food supplements to Mexico. The Food export requirements library has been updated with a new page for the export of food supplements to Mexico
Spotted lanternfly risk management decision. CFIA to move forward with requirements for hardwood logs with bark and nursery stock from areas infested with spotted lanternfly
CETA origin quota utilization tables 2023. The Utilization levels for certain items have been updated
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Weekly Stats - Export/Import - Preference Level Utilization - Utilization levels have been updated
CBSA concludes re-investigation of values of copper pipe fittings from the U.S., South Korea, and China. Revised amounts could change the rates of anti-dumping / countervailing duty payable on imports
CPTPP panel issues report on Canada's administration of dairy tariff rate quotas. Both countries claim victory as the panel agreed with two of New Zealand's complaints and rejected the others
Using the correct tariff classification: beyond duties and taxes. Import data is also used for enforcement, to maintain trade statistics and negotiate trade agreements
Corrosion-resistant steel sheet from Vietnam - Delaware Steel Company. Notice of normal value review
Carbon steel fasteners from Chinese Taipei - Industry Building Hardware Co., Ltd. Notice of close of record and updated schedule - normal value review schedule
Introduction to the CBSA Assessment and Revenue Management System (CARM) for Customs Bonded Warehouse (CBW) Licensees and Importers (Customs Notice 23-20)
Changes to import permit requirements - African swine fever. The information for importers to understand feed controls to prevent African swine fever has been updated
Order Amending the General Export Permit No. 41 - Dual-use Goods and Technology to Certain Destinations. Amended to make an addition to the list of "unauthorized goods and technology" and to update a reference to a provision in another regulation that has been renumbered
CETA origin quota utilization tables 2023. The Utilization levels for certain items have been updated
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Weekly Stats - Export/Import - Preference Level Utilization - Utilization levels have been updated
Canada's trade deficit narrows to $987 million in July. Merchandise imports decreased 5.4 percent while exports were up 0.7 percent
Global air cargo demand strengthens despite challenges. IATA reports global air cargo markets are showing a continuing trend of recovering growth rates since February
Canada officially launches challenge on revised U.S. softwood lumber duties. Under CUSMA Canada is launching challenges to the latest U.S. countervailing and anti-dumping duty determinations
Tribunal maintains injury finding on steel line pipe from South Korea. The Trade Tribunal says resumption of dumping would result in injury to Canadian industry
Little Gold Creek port of entry in the Yukon to close for the season. Travellers can use the Beaver Creek port of entry as an alternative during the seasonal closure
Carbon steel fasteners from Chinese Taipei - Pro Power. Conclusion of normal value review
General Export Permit - Dual-use Goods and Technology to Certain Destinations (Amendment). General Export Permit No. 41 (GEP-41) was amended to include a new category to the list of "unauthorized goods and technology"
Canada-US softwood lumber monthly export report - August 2023
CETA origin quota utilization tables 2023. The Utilization levels for certain items have been updated
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Weekly Stats - Export/Import - Preference Level Utilization - Utilization levels have been updated
Canada will participate in U.S.-Mexico CUSMA dispute proceedings on biotech corn. Mexico Presidential decree would ban on use of biotechnology corn in tortillas and dough
Latest WTO goods barometer signals upturn in global trade. Signs of a turnaround in the second quarter of 2023 were driven by strong automobile production and sales
Canadian railways' total freight volume dropped 6.9% in June. Statistics Canada reports railways transported 28.3 million tonnes of freight in June, down 6.9% from June 2022
EU's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism transitional phase starts on 1 October. European Commission publishes detailed reporting obligations and guidance for importers and third country producers
Carbon steel welded pipe 2 from the United Arab Emirates - KD Industries Inc. Notice of close of record and updated schedule of expedited review
Mattresses from China - Shenzhen Lantise Tech. Notice of normal value review
CETA origin quota utilization tables 2023. The Utilization levels for certain items have been updated
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Weekly Stats - Export/Import - Preference Level Utilization - Utilization levels have been updated
Tribunal initiates expiry review of duties on welded pipe from four countries. The dumping/subsidizing finding is scheduled to expire unless CBSA and Tribunal decide to maintain it
Canada will challenge latest revised U.S. duties on softwood lumber. Most Canadian softwood lumber exports to U.S. subjected to new combined duty rate of 7.99%
Canada and ASEAN to hold the fifth round of free trade talks in September. Canada and ASEAN launched negotiations toward a free trade agreement in 2021
U.S. sets up appeal to CUSMA dispute panel on Mexico's plan to ban biotech corn. Mexico Presidential decree would ban on use of biotechnology corn in tortillas and dough
Re-determinations and Appeals Under the Special Import Measures Act. Memorandum D14-1-3 has been revised
Information Pertaining to the Acceptance, Enforcement and Renewal of Undertakings in Dumping and Subsidy Investigations. Memorandum D14-1-9 has been revised
Declaration of meat condition or structure prior to importation. The importer is required to indicate the condition/structure of the meat products being imported
CETA origin quota utilization tables 2023. The Utilization levels for certain items have been updated to 2023-08-21
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Weekly Stats - Export/Import - Preference Level Utilization - Utilization levels have been updated to 2023-08-21
CBSA finds dumping would resume if duties expired on steel piling pipe from China. Tribunal will now determine whether the expiry of duties is likely to result in injury to Canadian industry
CBSA will implement CARM system release 2 in October. The Canada Border Services Agency reminds all importers that they must register on the CARM Client Portal
Treatment of commissions and brokerage in the calculation of value for duty. Commissions and brokerage are amounts paid to intermediaries who help in the conclusion of a sale
Carbon steel fasteners from Chinese Taipei - Pro Power. Notice of close of record and updated schedule- Normal value review
CFIA Notice to industry: Regulatory responsibilities regarding caffeinated energy drinks. This is a reminder to industry stakeholders that they are responsible to ensure the CEDs they manufacture, import, or distribute meet Canadian requirements
Canadian Peat Export Certificate Program. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency announces key changes to the program
CETA origin quota utilization tables 2023. The Utilization levels for certain items have been updated
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Weekly Stats - Export/Import - Preference Level Utilization - Utilization levels have been updated
Canada's trade deficit rises to $3.7 billion in June. Merchandise exports decreased 2.2 percent while imports edged down 0.5 percent
Global air cargo contraction eases again in June. IATA reports global air cargo markets registered the smallest year-over-year contraction in demand since February 2022
B.C. ports workers ratify tentative agreement with employers. The new four-year collective agreement got the approval of 74.66% of voting ILWU Canada members
Japan Canada Organic Equivalency Arrangement scope expansion to include alcoholic beverages. Canada is expanding its organic equivalency arrangement with Japan. Beginning August 31, 2023, organic alcoholic beverages will be included in this arrangement
Carbon and alloy steel line pipe from South Korea - Histeel Co. Notice of conclusion of Expedited Review
CETA origin quota utilization tables 2023. The Utilization levels for certain items have been updated
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Weekly Stats - Export/Import - Preference Level Utilization - Utilization levels have been updated
U.S. periodic review changes duty rates on Canadian softwood lumber. U.S. Department of Commerce announced the results for the fourth administrative review
WTO reports progress on talks about dispute settlement reform. Members have reached an understanding on 80% of the issues under consideration
Generate detailed reports of import and export statistics with this online tool. Generate customized reports on Canadian and U.S. trade in goods with over 200 countries
The Administration of Health Canada Acts and Regulations Relating to Certain Controlled, Prohibited or Regulated Goods. Memorandum D19-9-1 has been updated
CARM Webinars from the Canada Border Services Agency. "CARM client portal onboarding" and "What you need to know for CARM Release 2"
WTO/TRQs: Butter, Dairy Spreads, Fats and Oils Derived From Milk, Other Than Butter or Dairy Spreads. Administration of Canada’s tariff rate quota (TRQ) for butter, dairy spreads, fats and oils derived from milk, other than butter or dairy spreads under the World Trade Organization (WTO)
CETA origin quota utilization tables 2023. The Utilization levels for certain items have been updated
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Weekly Stats - Export/Import - Preference Level Utilization - Utilization levels have been updated
Canada-US softwood lumber monthly export report - July 2023
Changes to import permit requirements - African swine fever. The information for importers to understand feed controls to prevent African swine fever has been updated
CBSA issues dumping & subsidizing determinations on wind towers from China. Provisional duties at rates ranging from 97.6% to 193.8% are now payable on the subject goods
Several G20 export restrictions remain in place, including on food and fertilizers. As of mid-May 2023, members still had 63 export restrictions in place on food, feed and fertilizers
Canadian railways' total freight volume sees first decline in 12 months. Statistics Canada notes that railways transported 30.7 million tonnes of freight in May, down 5.0% from May 2022
Reactivation of Mexican OMIC for exporting poultry meat products to Canada. (Official Meat Inspection Certificate for meat products produced from imported poultry meat products from Mexico to Canada)
Hollow structural sections exported to Canada from South Korea by Histeel. Notice of expedited review
Steel piling pipe from China - Coronet Group Suzhou Co. Conclusion of normal value review
CETA origin quota utilization tables 2023 The Utilization levels for certain items have been updated
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Weekly Stats - Export/Import - Preference Level Utilization - Utilization levels have been updated
United Kingdom officially joins the Trans-Pacific Partnership. CPTPP members welcomed the United Kingdom as the newest member of the agreement
WTO publishes a new edition of World Tariff Profiles. Comprehensive information on tariffs imposed on imports by over 170 countries and customs territories
CBSA finds dumping would resume if duties expired on certain transformers from South Korea. Tribunal will now determine whether the expiry of duties is likely to result in injury to Canadian industry
CBSA concludes re-investigation of values of corrosion-resistant steel sheet from Türkiye and Vietnam. Revised amounts could change the rates of anti-dumping / countervailing duty payable on imports
Russian Goods Remission Order. Temporary duty relief for imports of Cobalt-60 and other goods of tariff item 2844.43.00 originating in Russia
Advance rulings for tariff classification. Memorandum D11-11-3 has been revised
Temporary import requirements for romaine lettuce from the United States. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency is implementing temporary Safe Food for Canadians (SFC) licence conditions for the importation of romaine lettuce originating from the U.S. from September 28 to December 20, 2023
Import of high-risk plant material for research. The CFIA is seeking feedback on import of high-risk plant material for research
CFIA - Ministerial order regarding box tree moth in Ontario. The Order declares the province of Ontario as infested with box tree moth and supports restrictions on the movement of Buxus spp. plants for planting outside of Ontario
CETA origin quota utilization tables 2023. The Utilization levels for certain items have been updated
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Weekly Stats - Export/Import - Preference Level Utilization - Utilization levels have been updated
Tentative agreement reached between BCMEA and ILWU at Canada's Pacific ports. BCMEA is working closely with ILWU Canada and supply chain partners to safely resume operations
Canada's merchandise trade balance returns to a deficit position. Statistics Canada reports that imports rose 3% in May while exports were down 3.8%
Tribunal initiates expiry review of duties on carbon steel plate from China. The dumping finding is scheduled to expire unless CBSA and Tribunal decide to maintain it
The Canada Border Services Agency updates its verification targets. Commodities are targeted for verification of origin, tariff classification and value for duty
Wheat and barley tariff rate quotas reopen on August 1, 2023. Quotas for wheat, barley, wheat products and barley products covered by the Import Control List
Carbon and Alloy Steel Line Pipe from the Republic of Korea - Dong Yang Steel. Notice of normal value review
Carbon and Alloy Steel Line Pipe from the Republic of Korea - Husteel. Notice of normal value review
Canadian Food Inspection Agency launches consultation on origin labelling of imported foods from a contested territory. For the purpose of this consultation, a contested territory means an area outside of Canada that is subject to competing claims of control by third parties
CETA origin quota utilization tables 2023. The Utilization levels for certain items have been updated
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Weekly Stats - Export/Import - Preference Level Utilization - Utilization levels have been updated
A Guide to Canada's Export Control List - July 1, 2023 update
Upgrades at St. Stephen Ferry Point Bridge, NB port of entry are now complete. The CBSA announced the completion of essential infrastructure upgrades that began last July
Blue Water Bridge U.S.-bound span will be closed to traffic until October. The Canada-bound span will be used to accommodate traffic in both directions during rehabilitation work
Japan formally accepts the WTO Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies. Japan joins other leading marine fish catch producers in affirming support for the Agreement
Trans-Pacific Partnership enters into force for Brunei on July 12. Eligible Bruneian goods imported into Canada will be entitled to the CPTPP tariff treatment
CBSA hosts the first Five Eyes Export Enforcement Forum in Ottawa. This forum brought together delegates from Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, Australia and New Zealand
Government of Canada building a United States preclearance facility at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport. Minister of Transport Omar Alghabra, announced an investment of up to $30 million to build a new preclearance facility at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport for United States-bound travellers
African Swine Fever - Changes to import permit requirements. The information for importers to understand feed controls to prevent African swine fever has been updated
Suspension of the Mexican OMIC for exporting poultry meat products to Canada. The CFIA suspends the use of the “Official Meat Inspection Certificate for meat products produced from imported poultry meat products” from Mexico to Canada
Export to China: Clarification on fishing area for live fish certificate. The CFIA has updated the China Fish and Seafood Export Requirements Library webpage to provide clarification on the inclusion of fishing area information on the Origin and Hygiene Certificate
Shipborne dunnage program extension. The CFIA's forestry section has extended the implementation deadline by 4 months to allow more time for the industry to address implementation issues
Canada-US softwood lumber monthly exports report - June 2023
CETA origin quota utilization tables 2023. The Utilization levels for certain items have been updated
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Weekly Stats - Export/Import - Preference Level Utilization - Utilization levels have been updated
British Columbia' ILWU longshore union gives strike notice. ILWU Canada gave notice of its intention to strike on July 1, 2023, starting at 8:00 am PDT
World Customs Organisation elects new Secretary General. American Ian Saunders has more than 20 years of Customs experience and 30 years experience in international relations
China formally accepts the WTO Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies. As the world's leading marine fishing producer China joins the historic agreement for ocean sustainability
ICC and WCO celebrate the 60th anniversary of the ATA Carnet. The ATA Carnet enables the free movement of goods across frontiers and their temporary admission with relief from duties and taxes
CBSA needs more time in reinvestigation of values of copper pipe fittings from the U.S., South Korea, and China. The Agency needs more time because of the complexity and novelty of the issues presented by the re-investigation
CFIA Notice to industry - romaine lettuce from the U.S: Fall 2023 import requirements for romaine lettuce from the United States
CFIA advises of changes to the Canadian Grade Compendium: Volume 9 - Import Grade Requirements
Global Affairs Canada - Backgrounder: Amendments to the Export Permits Regulations. Modernizing the regulatory requirements for export permit applicants for military and strategic goods and technology and certain forest products
CETA origin quota utilization tables 2023. The Utilization levels for certain items have been updated
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Weekly Stats - Export/Import - Preference Level Utilization - Utilization levels have been updated
Canadian exporter confidence on the rise according to EDC's latest survey. Export Development Canada survey shows exporter confidence has rebounded nearly five points
Taiwan expands market accessibility for imports of Canadian beef. Canada has regained market access for Canadian beef and beef products from animals over-thirty-months of age
Tribunal finds dumping/subsidizing of wind towers from China injures Canadian industry. Provisional anti-dumping/countervailing duties could soon apply to importations of these goods
CBSA finds dumping/subsidizing would resume if duties expired on copper pipe fittings from Vietnam. Tribunal will now determine whether the expiry of duties is likely to result in injury to Canadian industry
Oil country tubular goods and seamless casing from China. Notice of retroactive assessments. The CBSA is currently issuing Detailed Adjustment Statements (DAS) to applicable importers
Update to import requirements for strawberry plants from Italy. Approval of import of propagative plant material of strawberry (Fragaria spp.) originating from Italy based on the results of a pest risk analysis
CETA origin quota utilization tables 2023. The Utilization levels for certain items have been updated
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Weekly Stats - Export/Import - Preference Level Utilization - Utilization levels have been updated
Global exports of intermediate goods dropped in fourth quarter of 2022. The World Trade Organization reports that global exports of intermediate goods fell by 10 per cent in the fourth quarter
Canada extends waiving of tariffs on Ukrainian goods for one more year. Ottawa announced that it was extending the Ukraine Goods Remission Order until June 9, 2024
Canada will participate in U.S.-Mexico CUSMA consultation on biotechnology corn. Mexico Presidential decree would ban on use of biotechnology corn in tortillas and dough
Carbon steel fasteners from Chinese Taipei - Industry Building Hardware Co., Ltd. Notice of updated normal value review schedule
CUSMA Countries of Origin Marking Rules. Memorandum D11-3-3 was revised to reflect the implementation of the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement
CETA origin quota utilization tables 2023. The Utilization levels for certain items have been updated
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Weekly Stats - Export/Import - Preference Level Utilization - Utilization levels have been updated
Canada's merchandise trade surplus rises to $1.9 billion in April. Statistics Canada announced that exports increased 2.5% in April, while imports edged down 0.2%
WTO goods barometer points to a possible global trade turnaround. Mixed signals nevertheless suggest that the road to trade recovery may be bumpy
Customs administrative penalties can be assessed for several reasons. Non-compliance with requirements may result in being assessed a monetary penalty under AMPS
Certain carbon steel fasteners from China and Chinese Taipei. Notice of initiation of scope proceeding
Little Gold Creek Yukon port of entry open for the summer season. Seasonal hours of operation are 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Pacific Daylight Time (PDT), seven days a week
Fish and seafood export to the European Union (EU): Updated Requirements. The CFIA has updated the EU Fish and Seafood Export Requirements Library webpage in response to clarification provided by the EU on the application of its Animal Health Requirements
Canada-US softwood lumber monthly exports report - May 2023 - Global Affairs Canada
CETA origin quota utilization tables 2023. The Utilization levels for certain items have been updated to 2023-06-05
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Weekly Stats - Export/Import - Preference Level Utilization - Utilization levels have been updated to 2023-06-05
U.S. CBP aligns Hours of Operations at the East Richford Port of Entry. U.S. Custom will be reducing the hours of operations for the East Richford, Vermont Port of Entry to align with the Glen Sutton Canada Border Services Agency operating hours
G20 merchandise trade shows resilience in first quarter of 2023. The OECD reports that exports increased compared to previous quarter while imports contracted a little
Global air cargo demand sees slower decline in April. The International Air Transport Association reports global demand dropped 6.6% in April
Canadian railways' total freight volume was up 5.4% in March. Statistics Canada notes that it was the 11th consecutive month of year-over-year increases
Consultation on proposed amendments to the Valuation for Duty Regulations. The proposed amendments would clarify which sale is to be used to calculate the duty on imported goods
Amendments to the Departmental Consolidation of the Customs Tariff. Customs Notice 23-14 advises of final duty rate reductions included in the Canada-European Free Trade Association Free Trade Agreement (effective July 1, 2023) and the addition of a Statistical Note
Hot-rolled carbon steel plate exported to Canada from South Korea by POSCO. Notice of normal value review
Hot-rolled carbon steel plate exported to Canada from South Korea by Dongkuk Steel Mill. Notice of normal value review
CFIA - Export of cultured bivalve molluscs to the EU – Reminder to producers
CETA origin quota utilization tables 2023. The Utilization levels for certain items have been updated
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Weekly Stats - Export/Import - Preference Level Utilization - Utilization levels have been updated
World Shipping Council report on containers lost at sea reveals positive developments. 661 containers were lost at sea in 2022 compared to the average of 1,566 containers lost each year
Gross domestic product in the OECD rose by 0.4% in the first quarter of 2023. GDP growth recovered in Canada, Japan, France and Italy, but slowed in the United States
Consultations on the proposed Canada-Africa Economic Cooperation Strategy. The CA-ECS will seek to enhance commercial and economic cooperation relations with African countries
Corrosion-resistant steel sheet from Turkey and Vietnam. Notice of updated schedule of a re-investigation of the normal values and export prices, and amounts of subsidy
Carbon steel fasteners from China - Pinghu. Notice of initiation of a normal value review
Carbon steel fasteners from Chinese Taipei - Industry Building Hardware Co., Ltd. Notice of initiation of a normal value review
Carbon steel fasteners from Chinese Taipei - Pro Power. Notice of initiation of a normal value review
CFIA to engage on implementing an interim standard for per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in biosolids. The CFIA's proposed interim standard will require that biosolids contain less than 50 ppb (µg/kg) of per-fluorooctane sulfonate (PFOS) as an indicator before to they can be imported or sold in Canada
Box tree moth (Cydalima perspectalis) - domestic and import phytosanitary requirements. CFIA Directive D-22-04 describes import and domestic phytosanitary requirements to prevent the introduction to, and spread within Canada of Cydalima perspectalis (box tree moth)
CETA origin quota utilization tables 2023. The Utilization levels for certain items have been updated
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Weekly Stats - Export/Import - Preference Level Utilization - Utilization levels have been updated
Minister of Transport announces new Verified Traveller program to improve the security screening experience for eligible travellers. This new Verified Traveller program will replace the current Trusted Traveller program
St. Lawrence Seaway's 65th navigation season starts within normal volumes. From mid-March to the end of April 3.4 million tonnes of total traffic transited through the seaway
Consultation on grapevine import and domestic movement requirements. The CFIA is reviewing Canada's import and domestic movement requirements for such goods
CBSA prolongs the reinvestigation of values of copper pipe fittings from the U.S., South Korea, and China. The Agency needs more time because of the complexity and novelty of the issues presented by the re-investigation
Tribunal to review expiry of duties on dry wheat pasta from Turkey. The dumping and subsidizing finding is scheduled to expire unless CBSA and Tribunal decide to maintain it
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Weekly Stats - Export/Import - Preference Level Utilization - Utilization levels have been updated
CETA origin quota utilization tables 2023. The Utilization levels for certain items have been updated
Chief Mountain port of entry re-opens for the season following three years of suspended service. Prior to 2020, close to 130,000 travellers crossed the border every year at Chief Mountain and Waterton Lakes National Park and CBSA officers are preparing for another busy summer
Canada joins Apostille Convention to facilitate use of public documents abroad. Canadian citizens and businesses will be able to submit Canadian public documents, such as birth and marriage certificates and education, export and corporate records, for an authenticity certificate called an ‘apostille.'
Trade by exporter and importer characteristics: Goods, 2022. The number of exporting enterprises (+0.7%) edged up to reach 48,036 in 2022, while the number of importing enterprises remained stable at 160,238
Statistics Canada reports a merchandise trade surplus of $972 million in March. The country's merchandise exports fell 0.7% in March while imports decreased by 2.9%
Global air cargo demand remained weak in March. The International Air Transport Association reports global demand was down 7.7% compared to March 2022
CBSA concludes re-investigation of values of certain concrete reinforcing bar from Turkey. Revised amounts could change the rates of anti-dumping / countervailing duty payable on imports
Reinvestigation of values of carbon steel welded pipe from several countries. Revised amounts could change the rates of anti-dumping / countervailing duty payable on imports
Exporter reporting exemption for Visiting Forces. Customs Notice 23-12 announces the Canada Border Services Agency will provide an exporter reporting exemption for foreign Visiting Forces of "designated" foreign countries
Carbon steel welded pipe from Turkey - Borusan. Conclusion of normal value review
Carbon steel welded pipe from Turkey - Cayirova. Conclusion of normal value review
Carbon steel welded pipe from Pakistan - IIL. Conclusion of normal value review
Carbon steel welded pipe 2 from the United Arab Emirates - KD Industries Inc. Notice of expedited review
Steel piling pipe from China - Coronet Group Suzhou Co. Notice of close of record and updated schedule - Normal value review
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Weekly Stats - Export/Import - Preference Level Utilization - Utilization levels have been updated
CETA origin quota utilization tables 2023. The Utilization levels for certain items have been updated
CFIA - Notice to industry: Implementation of the amended Fertilizers Regulations - prioritization of compliance activities after the end of the transitional period
CFIA - Export of fish and seafood to Morocco - Updated export requirements
CBSA finds dumping would resume if duties expired on stainless steel sinks from China. Tribunal will now determine whether the expiry of duties is likely to result in injury to Canadian industry
CBSA concludes re-investigation of values of corrosion-resistant steel sheet from several countries. Revised amounts could change the rates of anti-dumping / countervailing duty payable on imports
Canada formally accepts the WTO Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies. Canada is the fifth WTO member to deposit its instrument of acceptance for the Agreement
Consultation on new import directives for fruit tree material. This follows the CFIA's recent review of Canada's phytosanitary requirements for the importation of such goods
Carbon and alloy steel line pipe from the Republic of Korea. Notice of retroactive Special Imports Measures Act assessments
Opening of the application period for the 2023-2024 dairy year TRQs. Global Affairs Canada has opened the application period for the 2023-2024 dairy year tariff rate quotas (TRQs) starting May 1, 2023, and with a deadline of June 15, 2023
Canada-US softwood lumber monthly exports report - April 2023
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Weekly Stats - Export/Import - Preference Level Utilization - Utilization levels have been updated
CETA origin quota utilization tables 2023. The Utilization levels for certain items have been updated
Canada secures Guatemala market for Canadian meat products. For the first time in 10 years, Guatemala is reopening its doors to Canadian pork, beef and poultry products
Canada–U.S. Cross-Border Crime Forum (2003). Ministers focused on Fentanyl/Opioids, Firearms Violence, Anti-Money Laundering/Virtual Currency, Human Smuggling, Sex Offender Travel, and Criminal Justice Reform
CBSA starts dumping and subsidizing investigations on wind towers from China. Trade Tribunal will first determine whether the imports are harming Canadian producers
WTO members discuss the extension of the e-commerce duty moratorium. The current practice of not imposing customs duties on electronic transmissions could expire in 2024
CBSA officers in Halifax seize 95 kg of opium in a shipping container. The opium was concealed within a single shipping container arriving from the United Arab Emirates
Conditional tariff relief: diversions must be reported promptly. Duty relief provisions are under the strict condition that imported goods be used in a specific way
Updates to CFIA guidance on Safe Food for Canadians Regulations. The CFIA has made minor updates to the guidance
CFIA will refuse entry for import of aquatic animals from Türkiye for food effective on June 1, 2023. This suspension will be in place until further notice
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Weekly Stats - Export/Import - Preference Level Utilization - Utilization levels have been updated to 2023-04-24
CETA origin quota utilization tables 2023. The Utilization levels for certain items have been updated to 2023-04-24
New WTO data reveals regional variations in digitally delivered services trade. Trade in digitally delivered services boomed during the COVID-19 pandemic, with global exports growing by 15% on average in 2020-21
Canada contributes to WTO Fisheries Subsidies Trust Fund. The fund was established to help developing and least developed countries implement the Fisheries Subsidies agreement
Canadian railways' total freight volume was up 5.0% in February. Statistics Canada notes that the volume of freight carried broke the previous February record
Piracy attacks on global sea shipping at lowest level since 1993. Latest global piracy report details 27 incidents, down from 37 incidents during the same period last year
Canada names special envoy for the Indo-Pacific. The Special Envoy will conduct high-level engagement with Canadians and international stakeholders
Tariff Classification of suitcases, travelling bags, backpack (rucksacks) and handbags of Heading 42.02. Memorandum D10-15-29 has been updated
Marking of imported goods. Memorandum D11-3-1 has been revised
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Weekly Stats - Export/Import - Preference Level Utilization - Utilization levels have been updated
CETA origin quota utilization tables 2023. The Utilization levels for certain items have been updated
Impacts of labour disruptions at Global Affairs Canada. Certain services may be delayed or not delivered at all. As well, the public may have trouble accessing some Government of Canada buildings where services are delivered
Canadian Food Inspection Agency on Potential labour disruption in the Core Public Administration. The timelines for collective bargaining are different at the CFIA and CFIA employees are not in a legal strike position
Labour disruptions impact at Transport Canada. During this labour disruption, certain services may be delayed or not delivered at all
Global air cargo demand shows signs of improvement in February. The International Air Transport Association reports global demand was 2.9% higher than pre-pandemic levels
WTO expects world trade to grow at a slower pace in 2023. Global merchandise trade is expected to grow by 1.7% this year, below the 2.7% growth in 2022
Canadian railways' freight volume was up for a ninth consecutive month in January. Statistics Canada notes that notes that Canadian grain shipments were the largest contributor to the year-over-year increase
World trade in green goods grew by about 4% in the second half of last year. UNCTAD expects green industries to boom as countries scale up efforts to fight climate change
Labour disruptions impact at the Canada Border Service Agency. In the event of a labour disruption, it is expected that CBSA services to travellers and businesses will be maintained
Small power transformers from South Korea - Hyundai Energy. Conclusion of export price review
Oil country tubular goods and seamless casing from China - Dalipal Pipe Company. Conclusion of normal value review
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Weekly Stats - Export/Import - Preference Level Utilization - Utilization levels have been updated
CETA origin quota utilization tables 2023. The Utilization levels for certain items have been updated
United States formally accepts WTO Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies. The United States deposited its instrument of acceptance for the Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies on April 11, making it the fourth WTO member to do so, and the first among the large fishing nations
Statistics Canada reports a merchandise trade surplus of $422 million in February. The country's merchandise exports fell 2.4% in February while imports decreased by 1.3%
United Kingdom concludes talks to join the Trans-Pacific Partnership. CPTPP members will now work with the UK to prepare and verify the legal instrument of accession
CBSA finds dumping would resume if duties expired on steel line pipe from South Korea. Tribunal will now determine whether the expiry of duties is likely to result in injury to Canadian industry
CBSA concludes re-investigation of values of grinding media from India. Revised amounts could change the rates of anti-dumping / countervailing duty payable on imports
Single-use Plastics Prohibition Regulations. Customs Notice 23-08 advises the importing community that certain parts of the Single-use Plastics Prohibition Regulations came into force on December 20, 2022
Amendments to the Excise Duty Rates on alcohol following the introduction of the Federal Budget 2023. Finance Canada is temporarily capping the Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation adjustment for excise duties on beer, spirits and wine at two (2) per cent, for one year
Renewal of veterinary biologics establishment licences, product licences, and import permits. CFIA Memorandum 2023-01
Consultation: Canadian Peat Export Certification Program (CPECP). The Canadian Food Inspection Agency is seeking feedback on directive D-17-01: Canadian Peat Export Certification Program
CFIA - India - Update of the Food export requirements library. Commodities have been added to the India section of the Food export requirements library
CFIA - Latest update for importers and brokers of organic products
Canada-US softwood lumber monthly exports report - March 2023
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Weekly Stats - Export/Import - Preference Level Utilization - Utilization levels have been updated
CETA origin quota utilization tables 2023. The Utilization levels for certain items have been updated
Canada launches consultations on the Americas Partnership for Economic Prosperity. Led by the United States, APEP would form a new framework for cooperation across the Americas
CBSA resumes regular hours of service at 42 ports of entry across Canada. Reinstating pre-pandemic operational hours of service at 39 land and three air ports of entry
Japan reopens full access to Canadian processed beef exports. Japan will allow imports of Canadian processed beef for the first time in two decades
WTO Trade Facilitation Agreement has increased trade by over US$ 230 billion. The increases are largely driven by the trade growth in LDCs, where agricultural exports rose by 17%
Export and Import of Cultural Property. Memorandum D19-4-1 has been updated to reflect a change of address for Canadian Heritage
Amendment to Canada Border Services Agency's Excise Code Z09 regarding the air conditioning tax (Customs Notice 23-09)
Liquid dielectric transformers from the Republic of Korea. Notice of revised schedule of expiry review
Upholstered domestic furniture from China - Zhejiang Kuka Merlin Furniture. Conclusion of normal value review
Annual Adjustment of CFIA Service Fees. The next annual adjustment will result in an increase of the service fees by 3.4% as of March 31, 2023
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Weekly Stats - Export/Import - Preference Level Utilization - Utilization levels have been updated
CETA origin quota utilization tables 2023. The Utilization levels for certain items have been updated
CBSA concludes re-investigation of values of oil country tubular goods and seamless casing from China. Revised amounts could change the rates of anti-dumping / countervailing duty payable on imports
CBSA and CBP are reopening NEXUS enrolment centres at Canadian airports. Customs authorities are reopening of NEXUS enrollment centers at eight Canadian airports by Spring 2023
Canada removes COVID-19 testing for air travellers arriving from China, Hong Kong or Macao. This means that there will no longer be any federal COVID-19 border measures in place
The Panama Canal will implement a Green Vessel Classification program. New information on three environmental criteria to be provided by vessels intending to transit the Canal
Electronic Heated Tobacco Products. Customs Notice 23-07 announces an amendment to the Departmental Consolidation of the Customs Tariff
Oil country tubular goods and seamless casing from China - Linzhou Fengbao Pipe Industry. Conclusion of expedited review - normal values and an amount of subsidy
Importing and handling invertebrates in Canada for personal or commercial purposes. As a precaution, the CFIA only allows the import or handling of these organisms under containment conditions and for special purposes such as research or exhibition
Export of fish and seafood to the European Union – CFIA updated certificate request form
Japan: Export inspection for bark on logs effective May 15, 2023. Japan has implemented a requirement for all shipments of bark on logs to be accompanied by a phytosanitary certificate effective August 5, 2023
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Weekly Stats - Export/Import - Preference Level Utilization - Utilization levels have been updated
CETA origin quota utilization tables 2023. The Utilization levels for certain items have been updated
Tribunal to review expiry of duties on steel piling pipe from China. The dumping and subsidizing finding is scheduled to expire unless CBSA and Tribunal decide to maintain it
Canada bans imports of Russian aluminum and steel. The importation of all Russian aluminum products and of all primary Russian steel products is now prohibited
Ottawa still working on resolving the softwood lumber dispute with the United States. Canada has taken steps to challenge U.S. duties under NAFTA, CUSMA and before the World Trade Organization
Canadian and UK trade ministers renew pledges on WTO and trade agreements. Ministers note the importance of strengthening and maintaining the WTO's rules-based multilateral trading
Re-determinations and Appeals Under the Special Import Measures Act. Memorandum D14-1-3 was revised to add re-determinations for the purpose of applying a scope ruling
Customs Notice 23-06 Amendments to the Departmental Consolidation of the Customs Tariff: Changes to Chapter 24
Oil country tubular goods and seamless casing from China - Dalipal Pipe Company. Notice of close of record and updated schedule -normal value review
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Weekly Stats - Export/Import - Preference Level Utilization - Utilization levels have been updated
CETA origin quota utilization tables 2023. The Utilization levels for certain items have been updated
WTO: Canada commits CAD700,000 to strengthen developing countries' food safety systems. Canada is extending its partnership with the Standards and Trade Development Facility by committing CAD 700,000 to help agricultural producers from developing and least developed countries meet international food safety, animal and plant health standards
Statistics Canada reports a merchandise trade surplus of $1.9 billion in January. The country's merchandise exports increased 4.2% in January while imports rose by 3.1%
Global air cargo demand is still dropping according to IATA. The International Air Transport Association reports global demand fell 14.9% in January
Excise duty rates increasing on certain products on April 1, 2023. New rates will apply to certain spirits, wine, beer and tobacco products
Canada expresses concerns over proposed changes to meat and poultry "Product of USA" labelling rules. The proposed rule would restrict "Product of USA" label claim to products derived from animals born, raised, slaughtered and processed in the U.S.
Importation of Engines, Vehicles, Vessels and Machines. Memorandum D19-7-4 has been revised to align its content with regulatory text (consistency), to update hyperlinks throughout the document as well as the contact information
Certain concrete reinforcing bar originating in or exported from the Republic of Turkey. Extension of re-investigation to update the normal values and export prices
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Weekly Stats - Export/Import - Preference Level Utilization - Utilization levels have been updated
CETA origin quota utilization tables 2023. The Utilization levels for certain items have been updated
CFIA Notice to industry: new licence requirements for enoki mushrooms. Shipments of fresh enoki mushrooms arriving in Canada on or after March 15, 2023 from the Republic of Korea and/or the People's Republic of China must be held and tested
New List of Canadian live Aquatic Animal Establishments for Export to China. CFIA was made aware that GACC published the list on its website and has advised that “effective immediately” all Canadian establishments that export live aquatic animals to China must appear on this list
CFIA - Export of fish and seafood for human consumption from Canada to India. CFIA has been informed by India that the implementation of the new food safety certification requirements for the export of fish and seafood for human consumption from Canada to India, that were set to be implemented March 1, 2023, has been delayed until further notice
Canada's Trade Minister reiterates support for the United Kingdom joining the CPTPP. Minister Ng expressed her optimism in working with the United Kingdom to complete negotiations
New CITES trade rules will come into effect for hundreds of wildlife species. CoP19 measures will be built into the national laws and practices of governments around the world
WTO reports global trade is resilient following one year of war in Ukraine. The economies greatly affected by the war in Ukraine found alternative sources of supply
Canadian railways' total freight volume was up slightly in December. Statistics Canada notes that the non-intermodal operations within Canada accounted for all the increase
Amendment to Canada Border Services Agency's Excise Code E12. Customs Notice 23-04 advises of an amendment to the Excise Code E12, regarding wines more than 7% of absolute ethyl alcohol by volume
Amendments to the Departmental Consolidation of the Customs Tariff: Statistical Changes. Customs Notice 23-05
Upholstered domestic seating from Vietnam - Kaiser 2 Furniture Industry. Notice of conclusion of expedited review - normal values, export prices and amounts of subsidy
Upholstered domestic furniture from China - Zhejiang Kuka Merlin Furniture. Notice of close of record and updated schedule - Normal value review
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Weekly Stats - Export/Import - Preference Level Utilization - Utilization levels have been updated to 2023-02-27
CETA origin quota utilization tables 2023. The Utilization levels for certain items have been updated to 2023-02-27
Amended certificates for the export of fish and seafood to the United Kingdom. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency has published updated versions of health certificates for the export of fish and seafood to the United Kingdom
Major container carriers join forces to improve cargo safety. The group aims to reduce the incidence and impact of cargo fires or overboard cargo loss
Trans-Pacific Partnership enters into force for Chile on February 21. Eligible Chilean goods imported into Canada are now entitled to the CPTPP tariff treatment
Reminder: Goods contaminated with soil are refused entry at the border. Vehicles, equipment and other goods that are contaminated with soil are not admissible into Canada
Refined sugar from the United States - United Food Group. Conclusion of normal value review
Upholstered domestic furniture from China - Dongguan Tianhang Furniture. Conclusion of normal value review
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Weekly Stats - Export/Import - Preference Level Utilization - Utilization levels have been updated to 2023-02-20
CETA origin quota utilization tables 2023. The Utilization levels for certain items have been updated
Amended Certificate for the Export of Fish and Seafood to Israel. The amended export certificate will take effect immediately
Changes to import permit requirements - ASF. The information for importers to understand feed controls to prevent African swine fever has been updated
Export of salted and frozen herring roe (HS code 030520) to Vietnam. A Certificate of Origin and Hygiene (CFIA/ACIA 5003) will be required to facilitate the export of this product
Tribunal to review expiry of duties on liquid dielectric transformers from South Korea. The dumping finding is scheduled to expire unless CBSA and Tribunal decide to maintain it
Reinvestigation of values of copper pipe fittings from the U.S., South Korea, and China. Revised amounts could change the rates of anti-dumping / countervailing duty payable on imports
Canada and Mexico reach arrangement for trade of organic food. The Canada-Mexico Organic Equivalency Arrangement came into effect on February 15, 2023
Costs associated with the Canada Border Services Agency's cargo examinations. Extra costs are imposed by the shipping industry, which in turn passes the cost on to the importer
Export and Import of Cultural Property. Memorandum D19-4-1 has been updated to update the list of areas with greater issues of conflict or recognized as being sources for the illicit trafficking of cultural property
Grinding media from India. Notice of updated schedule - re-investigation of the normal values and export prices
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Weekly Stats - Export/Import - Preference Level Utilization - Updated to 2023-02-13
CETA origin quota utilization tables 2023. The Utilization levels for certain items have been updated
Manufacture and Importation of Wheel Weights Containing Lead Regulations - Prohibition under authority of the Canadian Environmental Protection Act
Canada's merchandise trade deficit narrowed to $160 million in December. The country's merchandise exports decreased 1.2% in December while imports were down 1.3%
Tribunal maintains injury finding on concrete reinforcing bar from several countries. The Trade Tribunal says resumption of dumping and subsidizing would result in injury to Canadian industry
CBSA and CBP open a NEXUS and FAST enrolment centre in the U.S. CBSA and CBP officers will work together to conduct joint interviews at the Houlton, Maine port of entry
Reminder: Barley products tariff rate quota will be filled on February 16. The "over access commitment" rates of duty will then be applicable until July 31, 2023
Amended Version of the Departmental Consolidation of the Customs Tariff with Description changes. Customs Notice 23-02 lists the changes
Policy Respecting the Importation and Transportation of Goods. Memorandum D3-1-1 has been revised to reflect additions and updates to the Definition section and to provide clarification on existing policies
Oil country tubular goods and seamless casing from China - Linzhou Fengbao Pipe Industry. Notice of close of record and updated schedule - expedited review
Carbon steel fasteners from Chinese Taipei - Jau Yeou Industry. Conclusion of normal value review
Textiles and Clothing Free Trade Agreements Tariff Preference Level Utilization 2023 Imports - Utilization levels have been updated to 2023-02-02
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Tariff Preference Level Utilization 2023 Exports - Utilization levels have been updated to 2023-02-06
CETA origin quota utilization tables 2023. The Utilization levels for certain items have been updated
Global exports of intermediate goods post sustained growth in second quarter of 2022. The WTO reports that global exports of intermediate goods grew 4% in the second quarter of 2022 to US$ 2.5 trillion
Canada joins the Americas Partnership for Economic Prosperity. A new framework for cooperation across the Americas aiming to deliver economic growth in the region
U.S. pushes ahead in CUSMA dispute on Canadian dairy tariff-rate quota policies. The U.S. Government claims that Canada undermines the market access it agreed to provide in CUSMA
Latest update for importers and brokers of organic products. Import and admissibility requirements for all the end uses of organic dairy products
Classification of Parts and Accessories in the Customs Tariff. Memorandum D10-0-1 has been updated
Upholstered domestic seating from Vietnam - Kaiser 2 Furniture Industry. Notice of extension of expedited review
CFIA - Requirements for fish and seafood export for human consumption to India
Message to Industry - Refined Sugar - Expression of Interest - Additional Tariff Rate Quota Volume for Refined Sugar exports to the United States under the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement
Canada-US softwood lumber monthly exports report - January 2023
Textiles and Clothing Free Trade Agreements Tariff Preference Level Utilization 2023 Imports - Utilization levels have been updated to 2023-01-30
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Tariff Preference Level Utilization 2023 Exports - Utilization levels have been updated to 2023-01-30
CETA origin quota utilization tables 2023. The Utilization levels for certain items have been updated
U.S. proceeds with fourth administrative reviews of duties on Canadian softwood lumber. The review reflects preliminary results for the fourth administrative reviews and do not immediately take effect
Canada and U.S. announce new NEXUS interview option to expand enrolment capacity. Option for air travellers to be available this spring and include CBSA interviews at airport centres in Canada and CBP interviews at Canadian airport preclearance locations
Canada and the United Kingdom to advance bilateral work on mutual FTA. Canada's Trade Minister also expresses support for the United Kingdom joining the CPTPP agreement
Get help with foreign trade barriers from Global Affairs Canada. Businesses can register a trade barrier and get help from the Canadian Trade Commissioner Service
Customs Notice 23-01 Trade Office Closure (Toronto, Ontario)
Marine Pre-load/Pre-arrival and Reporting Requirements. Memorandum D3-5-1 has been revised
Refined sugar from the United States - United Food Group. Notice of close of record and updated schedule - normal value review
2023 Steel industry classifications subject to the Steel Import Monitoring Program. Please note that steel industry classifications have been deleted, amended and new industry classifications have been added to the reports effective January 2023
Textiles and Clothing Free Trade Agreements Tariff Preference Level Utilization 2023 Imports - Utilization levels have been updated to 2023-01-24
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Tariff Preference Level Utilization 2023 Exports - Utilization levels have been updated to 2023-01-24
CETA origin quota utilization tables 2023. The Utilization levels for certain items have been updated
Tribunal to review expiry of duties on copper pipe fittings from Vietnam. The dumping and subsidizing finding is scheduled to expire unless CBSA and Tribunal decide to maintain it
Barley products tariff rate quota will be filled on February 16. The "over access commitment" rates of duty will then be applicable until July 31, 2023
Reinvestigation of values of corrosion-resistant steel sheet from Turkey and Vietnam. Revised amounts could change the rates of anti-dumping / countervailing duty payable on imports
CUSMA Panel concurs with Canada and Mexico on rules of origin for automotive goods. The Panel found the United States' interpretation of the rules inconsistent with the Agreement
Steel piling pipe from China - Qingdao Wangbaoqiang Industry. Notice of close of record and updated schedule - normal value review
Importation and exportation of human remains and other human tissues. Memorandum D19-9-3 has been revised
CETA origin quota utilization tables 2023. The Utilization levels for certain items have been updated
Canada launches consultations on free trade negotiations with Ecuador. Two-way trade between Canada and Ecuador reached a value of $952.5 million in 2021
Canada and the U.S. working on NEXUS applications and renewals backlogs. CBSA and CBP have been able to accelerate approval for over 80% of renewing applicants
The Canada Border Services Agency updates its verification targets. Commodities are targeted for verification of origin, tariff classification and value for duty
CFIA adds shipborne dunnage rules to wood packaging directive. A shipborne dunnage management program has been developed to address significant risks
Upholstered domestic seating from Vietnam - Kaiser 2 Furniture Industry. Notice of close of record and updated schedule - expedited review
Carbon steel fasteners from Chinese Taipei - Jau Yeou Industry. Notice of close of record and updated schedule - value review
CETA origin quota utilization tables 2022. The Utilization levels for certain items have been updated
Canada's merchandise trade balance turns to a deficit in November. The country's merchandise exports decreased 2.3% in November and imports were down 2.1%
Tribunal maintains injury finding on pup joints from China. The Trade Tribunal says resumption of dumping and subsidizing would result in injury to Canadian industry
Negative COVID-19 test requirement for travellers from China, Hong Kong or Macao. The new measures will apply to air travellers, regardless of nationality and vaccination status
Reminder: Blanket certificates of origin need to be renewed for 2023. Most blanket certificates are filled-out to expire on December 31 and have to be renewed
Administration of the Export and Import Permits Act (Importations). Memorandum D19-10-2 has been extensively revised
Oil country tubular goods and seamless casing from China. Extension of re-investigation to update the normal values and export prices
Upholstered domestic seating. Notice of conclusion of expedited review. Certain upholstered domestic furniture (UDS), exported to Canada by the exporters Jiashan Foamtech Furniture Ltd. and Dongguan Advantech Polyurethane Foam Products Co., Ltd., and their related trading company, Fine Home Limited, and by the exporter, Gold Lion Furniture (Shanghai) Co. Ltd
Textiles and Clothing Free Trade Agreements Tariff Preference Level Utilization 2022 Imports - Utilization levels have been updated to December 26, 2022
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Tariff Preference Level Utilization 2022 Exports - Utilization levels have been updated to December 26, 2022
CETA origin quota utilization tables 2022. The Utilization levels for certain items have been updated
Canada-US softwood lumber monthly exports report - December 2022
Updates to the verification and renewal processes for plant pest containment (CFIA Notice to industry)
CFIA - Changes to Grade Verification Inspections of Onions for Export to the United States
List of CBSA Holidays and maintenance outages for next year. The Canada Border Services Agency's official Holidays and EDI system maintenance dates for 2023
CBSA concludes re-investigation of values of certain line pipe from South Korea. Revised amounts could change the rates of anti-dumping / countervailing duty payable on imports
Renewal of Safe Food for Canadians licences. Some SFC licences expire on January 15, 2023 while others will expire in the days and weeks that follow
CFIA is seeking comments on box tree moth directive. Import and domestic phytosanitary requirements to prevent the introduction and spread of box tree moth in Canada
Single-use Plastics Prohibition Regulations coming into force. Ban on manufacture and import of checkout bags, cutlery, foodservice ware, stir sticks and straws
Import, export and in transit requirements of the Explosives Act and Regulations. Memorandum D19-6-1 was revised to update the definition of explosive to include UN 3375 ammonium nitrate
CETA origin quota utilization tables 2022. The Utilization levels for certain items have been updated
U.S. initiates another CUSMA dispute on Canadian dairy tariff-rate quota policies. The U.S. is challenging TRQ allocation measures and allocation periods within the TRQs
WTO multi-party interim appeal arrangement issues first decision. The MPA replaces the WTO Appellate Body which is currently hobbled by a long-running blockage on appointments
CBSA and U.S. CBP open a new NEXUS and FAST enrolment centre. CBSA border services officers and U.S. CBP officers will work together at new office in Ogdensburg, New York
CFIA issues an important reminder to fish and seafood importers. Notice to Industry reminds importers that they must ensure the food they import is safe and meets Canadian requirements
CFIA opens consultation on Spotted Lanternfly risk management. Spotted lanternfly could be introduced to Canada in numerous ways, including on plant commodities such as nursery stock and forestry products, and on things that are not plants or plant products including conveyances, shipping containers and household goods
Carbon and alloy steel line pipe from the Republic of Korea. Notice of updated schedule - expiry review investigation
Textiles and Clothing Free Trade Agreements Tariff Preference Level Utilization 2022 Imports - Utilization levels have been updated to December 20, 2022
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Tariff Preference Level Utilization 2022 Exports - Utilization levels have been updated to December 20, 2022
CETA origin quota utilization tables 2022. The Utilization levels for certain items have been updated
Supply chain challenges are a top concern for Canadian exporters. According to an EDC survey exporters still remain optimistic about diversifying into new markets
CBSA collected approximately $33 billion in duties and taxes so far this year. The Agency also assessed over $177 million in anti-dumping and countervailing duties
OECD reports G20 gross domestic product grew by 1.3% in third quarter. The bounce back in the G20 area in the third quarter mainly reflected a recovery in China
WTO report shows increase in trade restrictions amidst economic uncertainty. However, WTO members introduced more trade-facilitating than trade-restrictive measures
2023 Version of the Departmental Consolidation of the Customs Tariff. The 2023 Tariff reflects scheduled rate reductions contained within the legislation of individual free trade agreements as well as minor description changes in some chapters
Refined sugar from the United States - United Food Group. Notice of initiation of a normal value review
Upholstered domestic seating. Notice of close of record and updated schedule. Exporters Jiashan Foamtech Furniture Ltd. and Dongguan Advantech Polyurethane Foam Products Co., Ltd., and their related trading company, Fine Home Limited, and by the exporter, Gold Lion Furniture (Shanghai) Co. Ltd
CFIA - Buxus spp. plants for planting import requirements. A 60-day transition period ending February 9, 2023 will be applied to minimize trade impacts
CFIA - Refuse entry of Arctic char from Iceland for culture, research. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has updated the Susceptible Species of Aquatic Animals List to add Viral hemorrhagic septicemia (VHS) as a disease of concern for Arctic char
CFIA - African swine fever - Changes to import permit requirements - addition of the Czech Republic
CFIA - Update to Listeria monocytogenes in imported Enoki mushrooms. Notice to Industry
Textiles and Clothing Free Trade Agreements Tariff Preference Level Utilization 2022 Imports - Utilization levels have been updated to December 12, 2022
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Tariff Preference Level Utilization 2022 Exports - Utilization levels have been updated to December 12, 2022
CETA origin quota utilization tables 2022. The Utilization levels for certain items have been updated
Canada's merchandise trade surplus rises to $1.2 billion in October. The country's merchandise exports rose 1.5% in October, while imports increased 0.6%
Headwinds continue to affect global air cargo demand according to IATA. The International Air Transport Association reports global October demand fell 13.6% compared to October 2021
German parliament ratifies Canada-European Union trade agreement. The Agreement is expected to come into full effect when all EU Member States have completed the ratification process
Reminder: Blanket certificates of origin need to be renewed for 2023. Most blanket certificates are filled-out to expire on December 31 and have to be renewed
The CBSA has reopened two NEXUS and FAST enrolment centres in Canada. New interview process at Canadian enrolment centres will expand capacity and help more people enrol in program.
Canada and Costa Rica celebrate two decades of free trade. Canada and Costa Rica signed a historic free trade agreement (FTA) two decades ago that eliminated tariffs on many goods and strengthened their longstanding relationship
Canadian Export Classification, 2023 version. This document presents the Canadian Export Classification, prepared by Statistics Canada
Export of fish and seafood from Canada to India. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has been informed by India that as of January 1st, 2023, they will be implementing new import requirements for fish and seafood from Canada to India
Textiles and Clothing Free Trade Agreements Tariff Preference Level Utilization 2022 Imports - Utilization levels have been updated to December 5, 2022
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Tariff Preference Level Utilization 2022 Exports - Utilization levels have been updated to December 5, 2022
CETA origin quota utilization tables 2022. The Utilization levels for certain items have been updated
Canada-US softwood lumber monthly exports report - November 2022
Certain aluminum extrusions from China. Notice of termination of scope proceeding
Upholstered domestic furniture from China - Gu Jia Intelligent Household Jiaxing Co. Conclusion of normal value review
Oil country tubular goods from China - Golden Ring. Conclusion of expedited review
Oil country tubular goods from China - China Petroleum Technology And Development Corporation. Conclusion of normal value review
Oil country tubular goods from China - Shandong Continental Petroleum Equipment. Conclusion of normal value review
Carbon steel fasteners from Chinese Taipei - Jwu Sheng Enterprise. Conclusion of normal value review
Canada and Ecuador launch exploratory talks toward free trade agreement. Upcoming local consultations will help frame Canada's approach to the talks
Trans-Pacific Partnership enters into force for Malaysia on November 29. Eligible Malaysian goods imported into Canada are now entitled to the CPTPP tariff treatment
CITES adds a record number of species to be regulated in international trade. CoP19 resolutions add species of sharks, lizards, turtles, fish, birds, frogs and trees
Tribunal to review expiry of duties on stainless steel sinks from China. The dumping and subsidizing finding is scheduled to expire unless CBSA and Tribunal decide to maintain it
Consultation on proposed regulatory amendments to support the implementation of CBSA Assessment and Revenue Management (CARM). The proposed regulation is open for comments from interested parties for a period of 30 days
Government of Canada pilot project adds layer of protection from aquatic invasive species at the border. Over 600 watercraft were inspected: of that number approximately 69% were compliant with Aquatic Invasive Species Regulations, while roughly 22% of inspected boats required decontamination
Upholstered domestic furniture from China - Man Wah Furniture Manufacturing (Huizhou). Conclusion of normal value review
Steel piling pipe from China - Coronet Group Suzhou Co. Notice of normal value review
Exports of fresh and frozen fishery products to China using health certificate (CFIA/ACIA 5328). Exporters are asked to contact their local CFIA office if they have been notified that their export certificate has not been accepted by Chinese import officials
Textiles and Clothing Free Trade Agreements Tariff Preference Level Utilization 2022 Imports - Utilization levels have been updated to November 28, 2022
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Tariff Preference Level Utilization 2022 Exports - Utilization levels have been updated to November 28, 2022
CETA origin quota utilization tables 2022. The Utilization levels for certain items have been updated
G20 merchandise trade falls for the first time in two years. The OECD reports that exports and imports contracted by 1.3% and 1.1%, respectively in the third quarter of 2022
Planning to spend some time in a warmer country this winter? You may want to look at some Canadian Government websites for useful traveller information
Importing animals and travelling with pets. Canada has specific import requirements in place to avoid introducing animal diseases
Highway Sufferance Warehouse Closure - Oshawa, Ontario. In Customs Notice 22-23 the CBSA is advertising for a new highway sufferance warehouse in this area
Carbon steel fasteners from Chinese Taipei - Newfast. Conclusion of normal value review
CBSA plans to implement CARM Release 2 in October 2023. Release 2 will expand the functionalities of the CARM Client Portal
Textiles and Clothing Free Trade Agreements Tariff Preference Level Utilization 2022 Imports - Utilization levels have been updated to November 21, 2022
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Tariff Preference Level Utilization 2022 Exports - Utilization levels have been updated to November 21, 2022
CETA origin quota utilization tables 2022. The Utilization levels for certain items have been updated to 2022-11-21
CUSMA- Sugar-Containing Products Tariff Rate Quota fill rate discrepancy. Update November 18. Global Affairs Canada is continuing in its efforts to re-open the quota before the end of the year
Update on China's CIFER system for fish and seafood establishments. CFIA has been in contact with the General Administration of Customs of the People's Republic of China (GACC) and has confirmed that the renewal option is now available for fish and seafood establishments until December 31, 2022
Minister of Transport introduces a new bill to make supply chain stronger. The proposed measures would support the flow of essential goods and would implement tools to mitigate risks and impacts of future supply chain challenges
Export restrictions are increasing within the G20 economies. The WTO reports the accumulated stockpile of import restrictions is also continuing to expand
Seaway cargo shipments are now closer to 2021 levels after a strong October. Overall seaway shipping system has reached 27.6 million tons, a steady improvement over the past few months
Electronic ATA temporary admission Carnet should replace paper version in 2024. Group approves global transition plan for moving from a paper to a digital Carnet system
Reminder: Food facilities registered with U.S. FDA must renew before year end. This applies to food facilities that manufacture, process, pack, or hold food for consumption in the United States
Upholstered domestic furniture from China - Violino Furniture (Shenzhen) Ltd. Conclusion of normal value review
Export and Import of Cultural Property. Memorandum D19-4-1 has been revised to update the "Additional Information" section
CETA origin quota utilization tables 2022. The Utilization levels for certain items have been updated to 2022-11-14
CFIA - New health certificate for the export of fish and seafood to New Zealand. A new health certificate has been published for the export of non-salmonid fish and seafood to New Zealand
Supply-managed sectors to receive compensation for the impacts of CUSMA. Dairy, poultry and egg processors and producers are expected to share more than $1.7 billion in direct payments and investment programs
Ground-breaking report draws first overall picture of global wildlife trade. The CITES Secretariat has published the first-ever World Wildlife Trade Report, that gives insights and analysis into the global trade in animals and plants that are regulated under this international treaty
Dumping and subsidizing of mattresses from China injure Canadian industry according to CITT. Anti-dumping and countervailing duties will be collected by the CBSA on importations of these goods
Reminder: Blanket certificates of origin need to be renewed for 2023. Most blanket certificates are filled-out to expire on December 31 and have to be renewed
OECD leading indicators still point to slowing growth in most major economies. Growth is losing momentum in the U.S., the UK and Canada, as well as in the euro area as a whole
Global air cargo demand softens in September. IATA reports global air cargo demand fell 10.6% compared to September 2021
Policy Respecting the Importation and Transportation of Goods. Memorandum D3-1-1 has been updated
Customs Self-Assessment Program for Importers. Memorandum D23-3-1 has been updated
Upholstered domestic furniture from China - Gu Jia Intelligent Household Jiaxing Co. Notice of close of record and updated schedule - normal value review
Carbon steel fasteners from Chinese Taipei - Jwu Sheng Enterprise. Notice of close of record and updated schedule - normal value review
CUSMA-Sugar-Containing Products Tariff Rate Quota fill rate discrepancy. According to the U.S. CBP's commodity report, the CUSMA-SCP Tariff Rate Quota is potentially filled, while Canada's utilization data reports that the utilization rate for this TRQ is as 81,4%
Textiles and Clothing Free Trade Agreements Tariff Preference Level Utilization 2022 Imports - Utilization levels have been updated to November 7, 2022
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Tariff Preference Level Utilization 2022 Exports - Utilization levels have been updated to November 7, 2022
CETA origin quota utilization tables 2022. The Utilization levels for certain items have been updated to 2022-11-07
CFIA - Forestry export programs: new process for issuance of certificates. Effective November 15, 2022, facilitie will no longer receive their registration certificate by mail directly from the CFIA
CFIA - Changes to Grade Verification of Onions for Export to the U.S. As of January 1, 2023, any grade verification performed by the CFIA for exports of onions will be done using the defect tolerances and allowances of the U.S. grade standards
CFIA: Notice on NOAA export certification for Atlantic herring as dead bait from the U.S. American officials advised the CFIA that they will resume certification for exports of U.S. origin Atlantic herring for bait to Canada
Canada's merchandise trade surplus with the world widened in September. The country's merchandise exports rose 1.3% in September, while imports increased 0.4%
Canada and the European Union sign mutual trusted traders recognition arrangement. The two sides will recognize each other's trusted trader members and facilitate border processes
Tribunal to review expiry of duties on steel line pipe from Korea. The anti-dumping finding is scheduled to expire unless CBSA and Tribunal decide to maintain it
Reinvestigation of values of corrosion-resistant steel sheet from several countries. Revised amounts could change the rates of anti-dumping / countervailing duty payable on imports
Administration of the Nuclear Safety and Control Act. CBSA's Memorandum D19-2-1 has been updated
Upholstered domestic furniture from China - Man Wah Furniture Manufacturing (Huizhou). Notice of close of record and updated schedule - normal value review
Oil country tubular goods and seamless casing from China - Dalipal Pipe Company. Notice of initiation of a normal value review
Canada-US softwood lumber monthly exports report - October 2022
CETA origin quota utilization tables 2022. The Utilization levels for certain items have been updated to 2022-10-31
Textiles and Clothing Free Trade Agreements Tariff Preference Level Utilization 2022 Imports - Utilization levels have been updated to October 31, 2022
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Tariff Preference Level Utilization 2022 Exports - Utilization levels have been updated to October 31, 2022
WTO marks 75th anniversary of the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade. Seventy-five years ago, on 30 October 1947, 23 countries signed the Final Act of the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade (GATT). The GATT still exists as the WTO's umbrella treaty for trade in goods
Canadian railways' total freight volume was up 2.4% in August. Statistics Canada notes tonnage increase reflected higher volumes across all types of rail operations
St. Lawrence Seaway cargo shipping pushes higher in September. September tonnage helped to narrow the year-to-date gap from 8.9% through August to 5.6% through September
Reinvestigation of values of grinding media from India. Revised amounts could change the rates of anti-dumping / countervailing duty payable on imports
New measures aimed at strengthening Canada's trade remedy system. The Special Import Measures Act has been amended and the CBSA's related policies have been modified
Line pipe from South Korea - Histeel Co. Notice of expedited review
Upholstered domestic furniture from China - Violino Furniture (Shenzhen) Ltd. Notice of close of record and updated schedule - normal value review
Oil country tubular goods and seamless casing from China - Linzhou Fengbao Pipe Industry. Notice of expedited review
Textiles and Clothing Free Trade Agreements Tariff Preference Level Utilization 2022 Imports - Utilization levels have been updated to October 24, 2022
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Tariff Preference Level Utilization 2022 Exports - Utilization levels have been updated to October 24, 2022
CETA origin quota utilization tables 2022. The Utilization levels for certain items have been updated to 2022-10-24
Tribunal maintains injury finding on gypsum board from the United States. The Trade Tribunal says resumption of dumping would result in injury to Canadian industry
Reinvestigation of values of oil country tubular goods and seamless casing from China. Revised amounts could change the rates of anti-dumping / countervailing duty payable on imports
Multi-year infrastructure upgrades at North Portal port of entry are now completed. North Portal is ranked 3rd of all ports in the Prairie provinces for commercial truck traffic volume
WTO Members seek to advance transparency for non-preferential rules of origin. The initiative is aimed at enhancing transparency regarding non-preferential rules of origin
New measure prohibiting the importation of all commercial dogs from countries at high risk for dog rabies. Customs Notice 22-21. This ban comes into effect September 28, 2022 until further notice, at all international airports
Withdrawal of benefit of the Most-Favoured-Nation Tariff in respect of goods that originate in Belarus and goods that originate in Russia. Customs Notice 22-20 notes the withdrawal does not apply to goods of tariff item No. 2844.43.00 which can still claim the MFN Tariff
Carbon steel welded pipe from Turkey - Borusan. Notice of close of record and updated schedule - normal value review
Carbon steel welded pipe from Turkey - Cayirova. Notice of close of record and updated schedule - normal value review
Carbon steel welded pipe from Pakistan - IIL. Notice of close of record and updated schedule - normal value review
Carbon steel fasteners from Chinese Taipei - Newfast. Notice of close of record and updated schedule of the normal value review
Line pipe from the Republic of Korea. Notice of updated schedule - re-investigation of the normal values and export prices
Service Disruption at St. Stephen (Ferry Point Bridge) Port of Entry. This service disruption is required in order to complete essential electrical upgrades at the Ferry Point Bridge border crossing
CFIA Third revision of directive for fresh pepper and tomato fruit imports. General phytosanitary requirements for fresh pepper and tomato fruit imported from the world
Textiles and Clothing Free Trade Agreements Tariff Preference Level Utilization 2022 Imports - Utilization levels have been updated to October 17, 2022
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Tariff Preference Level Utilization 2022 Exports - Utilization levels have been updated to October 17, 2022
CBSA issues final determinations on certain mattresses from China. The Agency exonerates certain Chinese exporters, finds others have caused dumping, subsidizing
Canada-Indonesia and Canada-ASEAN free trade talks are still progressing. Rounds of negotiations with each potential partner are expected to take place in November
Trans-Pacific Partnership members held their sixth meeting in Singapore. Malaysia and Chile are in the last stages of formally joining the agreement
WCO launches a study on a possible strategic review of the Harmonized System. The objective of the study project is to assess the usability and sufficiency of the current HS
Seamless casing from China- JingJiang Special Steel Co. Conclusion of normal value review
Canada collaborates with international partners to address companion animal import issues. Focusing on import standards that prevent disease introduction or disease spread
Sugar-Containing Products Export Quota: Updated list of NEICS codes for qualifying products for export to the U.S. under the WTO-SCP - Updated in order to reflect the unification of the former Retail and Bulk pools
Textiles and Clothing Free Trade Agreements Tariff Preference Level Utilization 2022 Imports - Utilization levels have been updated to October 10, 2022
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Tariff Preference Level Utilization 2022 Exports - Utilization levels have been updated to October 10, 2022
Canada's trade surplus drops to $1.5 billion in August. Statistics Canada announces that total exports decreased 2.9% in August, while imports fell 1.7%
Global air cargo demand shows resilience in August. IATA says global air cargo industry demonstrated resilience amid economic uncertainties
WTO expects global trade growth to slow sharply in 2023. Trade is expected to lose momentum in the second half of 2022 and remain subdued in 2023
CBSA can help Canadian rights holders to fight counterfeit imports. Canadian trademark or geographical indication rights holders can file a request for assistance
Tariff classification of play seats for young children. Memorandum D10-14-68 updates the CBSA policy concerning the tariff classification of infant bouncers, jumpers, rockers and swings following a decision of the Federal Court of Appeal
Excise duty framework for vaping products. Memorandum D18-3-2 provides information concerning the administration and enforcement under the Excise Act, 2001 and under the Customs Act
Highway Sufferance Warehouse Closure (Winnipeg, Manitoba) Customs Notice 22-19
Upholstered domestic furniture from China - Dongguan Tianhang Furniture. Notice of normal value review
Dairy, poultry and eggs: Opening of the application period for the 2023 calendar year TRQs. Global Affairs Canada has opened the application period for the 2023 calendar year tariff rate quotas (TRQs) for dairy, poultry and eggs, starting October 1, 2022, and with a deadline of November 15, 2022
High-Sugar Containing Products for Export to the European Union and its Member States. Policies and practices pertaining to the administration of High-Sugar Containing Products of the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) between Canada and the European Union
Textiles and Clothing Free Trade Agreements Tariff Preference Level Utilization 2022 Imports - Utilization levels have been updated to October 3, 2022
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Tariff Preference Level Utilization 2022 Exports - Utilization levels have been updated to October 3, 2022
Canada-US Softwood Lumber Exports Report - 01 September 2022 - 30 September 2022
Canada's COVID-19 border and travel measures to end on October 1st. Ottawa announced the removal of all COVID-19 entry restrictions, testing, quarantine, and isolation requirements
Canada - India free trade talks are now in fourth round. The two countries previously held trade agreement negotiations in July and August
Canadian railways' total freight volume was up 5.6% im July. Statistics Canada notes freight traffic coming from the United States remained high in July despite a 1.6% dip from July 2021
St. Lawrence Seaway cargo shipping expected to rise through end of season. Canadian grain shipments should lead to a comeback this fall as all signs point to a strong Canadian crop
Carbon steel fasteners from Chinese Taipei - Katsuhana Fasteners. Conclusion of normal value review
CFIA Service fee cap extended for certain animal health export certificates. This cap applies to export certification for live animals-for example swine, cattle, flightless birds, poultry, hatching eggs, horses, sheep and goats-and mammalian embryos that do not require testing and inspection by the CFIA
Textiles and Clothing Free Trade Agreements Tariff Preference Level Utilization 2022 Imports - Utilization levels have been updated to September 26, 2022
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Tariff Preference Level Utilization 2022 Exports - Utilization levels have been updated to September 26, 2022
U.S. Cotton Board Rules and Regulations: Adjusting Supplemental Assessment on Imports. The current assessment on imported cotton is $0.011136 per kilogram of imported cotton. The revised assessment in this direct final rule is $0.013215, an increase of $0.002079 per kilogram.
Wheat products tariff rate quota will be filled on October 11. The "over access commitment" rates of duty will then be applicable until July 31, 2023
Canada and ASEAN complete first round of negotiations toward a free trade agreement. As a group, ASEAN member state economies represent Canada's fourth-largest trading partner
Canada-European Union trade agreement turns five years old. Trade-related CETA chapters provisionally came into effect five years ago, on September 21, 2017
Food facilities registered with U.S. FDA must renew before year end. This applies to food facilities that manufacture, process, pack, or hold food for consumption in the United States
CBSA resumes border services at small airports across Canada. CBSA will resume services at 55 airports
Highway Pre-arrival and Reporting Requirements. Memorandum D3-4-2 has been revised to reflect updates and additions to the Definitions section and provide clarification on existing policies
Certain aluminum extrusions from China. Notice of initiation of scope proceeding
Small power transformers from South Korea - Hyundai Energy. Notice of close of record and updated schedule
Carbon steel fasteners from Chinese Taipei - Jau Yeou Industry. Notice of normal value review
Tribunal maintains injury finding on copper pipe fittings from the U.S., Korea and China. The Trade Tribunal says resumption of dumping and subsidizing would result in injury to Canadian industry
Tribunal maintains, with amendments, injury finding on hot-rolled carbon steel plate from certain countries. The Trade Tribunal says the resumption of dumping would result in injury to Canadian industry, except for certain goods from South Korea
Tribunal maintains, with amendments, injury finding on oil country tubular goods from certain countries. The Trade Tribunal says the resumption of dumping would result in injury to Canadian industry, except for certain goods from South Korea and from Turkey
Reinvestigation of values of certain concrete reinforcing bar from Turkey. Revised amounts could change the rates of anti-dumping duty payable on imports
Customs Notice 22-18 Amendments to the Departmental Consolidation of the Customs Tariff (Certain sugars and sugar confectionery - Canada-United Kingdom Trade Continuity Agreement)
CFIA - New health certificate for the export of fish and seafood to North Macedonia
CFIA - New York State authorized as an approved source for grapevine and fruit tree material. CFIA has updated Appendices 1 and 2 of directive D-94-35: List of Sources Approved to Export Fruit Tree and Grape Propagative Material to Canada
Textiles and Clothing Free Trade Agreements Tariff Preference Level Utilization 2022 Imports - Utilization levels have been updated to September 12, 2022
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Tariff Preference Level Utilization 2022 Exports - Utilization levels have been updated to September 12, 2022
Exporter-specific normal value and export price reviews:
- Seamless casing from China- JingJiang Special Steel Co. Notice of close of record and updated schedule - normal value review
- Wheat gluten from Australia, Austria, Belgium, France, Germany and Lithuania - Royal Ingredients Group. Conclusion of normal value and export price review
- Wheat gluten from Australia, Austria, Belgium, France, Germany and Lithuania - Roquette Frères. Conclusion of normal value and export price review
- Wheat gluten from Australia, Austria, Belgium, France, Germany and Lithuania - Manildra Group. Conclusion of normal value and export price review
- Oil country tubular goods from China - Shandong Continental Petroleum Equipment. Notice of close of record and updated schedule
- Oil country tubular goods from China - China Petroleum Technology And Development Corporation. Notice of close of record and updated schedule
- Oil country tubular goods from China - Golden Ring. Notice of close of record and updated schedule
Canada's trade surplus remains above $4 billion in July. Statistics Canada announces exports decreased 2.8% in July, while imports were down 1.8%
Global air cargo demand was near pre-pandemic levels in July. IATA reports global demand fell 9.7% compared to July 2021 but stood at -3.5% compared to July 2019
CBSA announces the completion of work at the Fraser port of entry in Northern B.C. The new energy efficient facility includes enhancements in safety, security and technology
Ottawa to allow exports of automatic firearms to North Macedonia and Qatar. All such exports will remain subject to the Government's case-by-case review process
Oil country tubular goods from Chinese Taipei, India, Indonesia, South Korea, Thailand, Turkey and Vietnam. Notice of conclusion of re-investigation of the normal values and export prices
Textiles and Clothing Free Trade Agreements Tariff Preference Level Utilization 2022 Imports - Utilization levels have been updated to September 6, 2022
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Tariff Preference Level Utilization 2022 Exports - Utilization levels have been updated to September 6, 2022
Little Gold Creek border crossing closing for the season on September 5. The port will re-open on June 1, 2023, subject to road and weather conditions
CBSA finds dumping would resume if duties expired on concrete reinforcing bar from several countries. Tribunal will now determine whether the expiry of duties is likely to result in injury to Canadian industry
Tax on importation of select luxury items comes into effect on September 1st . The tax applies to certain vehicles and aircraft valued above $100,000 and certain vessels valued above $250,000
Canada challenges U.S. duties on softwood lumber under CUSMA trade agreement. Binational panels will determine whether duty rates were reached in a manner consistent with U.S. law
Canada reports progress in free trade talks with India. The two countries held trade agreement negotiations in July and August
Maintenance of Records in Canada by Importers. Memorandum D17-1-21 has been revised to update the Canada Border Services Agency policy concerning the requirements regarding the maintenance of records, in and outside of Canada
Carbon steel fasteners from Chinese Taipei - Pro Power. Conclusion of normal value review
Textiles and Clothing Free Trade Agreements Tariff Preference Level Utilization 2022 Imports - Utilization levels have been updated to August 29, 2022
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Tariff Preference Level Utilization 2022 Exports - Utilization levels have been updated to August 29, 2022
WTO Goods Barometer shows global trade growth is slowing down. The pace of growth is now slower than in Q1 and is likely to remain weak in the second half of the year
Temporary ban on importation of handguns into Canada now in effect. Restrictions took effect on August 19th and will last until amendments to the Firearms Act come into force
Using the correct tariff classification: beyond duties and taxes. Import data is also used for enforcement, to maintain trade statistics and negotiate trade agreements
St. Lawrence Seaway cargo shipping still bouncing back in July. Overall tonnage is still down compared to 2021 but is continuing to close the gap in comparison to earlier months
Concrete reinforcing bar from Vietnam (Hoa Phat). Conclusion of normal value and export price review
Textiles and Clothing Free Trade Agreements Tariff Preference Level Utilization 2022 Imports - Utilization levels have been updated
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Tariff Preference Level Utilization 2022 Exports - Utilization levels have been updated
Consultation on the renewal of Canada's tariff preferences for developing countries. Legislative authority for the GPT and LDCT programs is set to expire on December 31, 2024
Ottawa secures access to the South Korean market for Canadian cherries. Canada has been working collaboratively with South Korea to gain access for fresh cherries since 2015
Changes to import requirements for poultry products and by-products from the United Kingdom. New import requirements for raw fresh/ frozen poultry products and by-products will come into effect on August 23, 2022
Latest update for importers and brokers of organic products. Import and admissibility requirements for all the end uses of organic dairy products
EDI Release Option for Hand Carried Goods in the Air, Marine and Rail Modes. Customs Notice 22-15 has been issued to to inform importers and customs brokers of a change in policy
WTO: Butter, Dairy Spreads, Fats and Oils Derived From Milk, Other Than Butter or Dairy Spreads TRQ. Notice to Importers No. 1088 sets out the policies and practices pertaining to the administration of Canada’s tariff rate quota
Textiles and Clothing Free Trade Agreements Tariff Preference Level Utilization 2022 Imports - Utilization levels have been updated to August 15, 2022
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Tariff Preference Level Utilization 2022 Exports - Utilization levels have been updated to August 15, 2022
Notification of the requirement to present a Global Affairs Canada (GAC) import permit for handgun importations. Customs Notice 22-16 advises interested parties of a temporary change in the established procedures for importing handguns.
Canada strengthens ties with Mexico through inaugural Canada-Mexico High-Level Economic Dialogue. Adoption of a joint statement outlining the importance of the economic and commercial relationship between Canada and Mexico and efforts to advance strategic initiatives on shared priorities
Canada puts in place temporary handgun import ban. Restrictions will take effect on August 19th and will last until amendments to the Firearms Act come into force
U.S. periodic review reduces duties on Canadian softwood lumber. U.S. Department of Commerce announced the results for the third administrative review
Global air cargo demand tended to stabilize in June. Global demand was below June of last year but did better that the year-on-year decline seen in May
WTO members show restraint in trade-restrictive measures despite economic uncertainty. Import-facilitating measures introduced by WTO members far exceed import-restrictive measures
Release of Commercial Goods. Memorandum D17-1-4 has been revised
Importation and exportation of human remains and other human tissues. Memorandum D19-9-3 has been revised
Exporter reporting. Memorandum D20-1-1 has been revised
CFIA Consultation: Evaluating the regulatory status of light brown apple moth (Epiphyas postvittana). The Canadian Food Inspection Agency is seeking feedback from Canadians, industry, producers and other stakeholders on proposed changes to the regulatory status of a regulated quarantine pest called light brown apple moth
CFIA Consultation on the pest risk management options for regulating Cydalima perspectalis, box tree moth (BTM), in Canada. The CFIA is proposing to add Cydalima perspectalis, Box Tree Moth, to the list of federally regulated plant pests, to establish a regulated area for all of Ontario, and to implement import restrictions for Buxus spp. plants
Textiles and Clothing Free Trade Agreements Tariff Preference Level Utilization 2022 Imports - Utilization levels have been updated to August 8, 2022
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Tariff Preference Level Utilization 2022 Exports - Utilization levels have been updated to August 8, 2022
Tribunal maintains injury finding on large diameter line pipe from China and Japan. The Trade Tribunal says resumption of dumping and subsidizing would result in injury to Canadian industry
Canada posted a $5.0 billion trade surplus in June. The country's merchandise imports rose 1.7% in June while exports increased 2.0%
WTO publishes 2022 edition of World Tariff Profiles. Comprehensive information on the tariffs and non-tariff measures imposed by over 170 countries and customs territories
Consultation on changes to international phytosanitary measures standards. IPPC establishes a common approach to preventing the introduction and spread of plant pests
Carbon steel fasteners from Chinese Taipei - Pro Power. Notice of close of record and updated schedule - Normal value review
Notice to Exporters Serial No. 1091 Sugar-containing Products for Export to the United States (WTO)
Textiles and Clothing Free Trade Agreements Tariff Preference Level Utilization 2022 Imports - Utilization levels have been updated to August 1, 2022
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Tariff Preference Level Utilization 2022 Exports - Utilization levels have been updated to August 1, 2022
CBSA finds dumping would resume if duties expired on pup joints from China. Tribunal will now determine whether the expiry of duties is likely to result in injury to Canadian industry
Wheat and barley tariff rate quotas reopen on August 1, 2022. Quotas for wheat, barley, wheat products and barley products covered by the Import Control List
Consultations on developing a model Canadian digital trade agreement. A model digital trade agreement would allow Canada to build upon previous international trade initiatives
Canada and the U.S. initiate CUSMA consultations of Mexico's energy policies. The consultations relate to certain measures by Mexico that favor the state-owned electrical utility
Carbon steel fasteners from Chinese Taipei - Katsuhana Fasteners. Notice of close of record and updated schedule - normal value review
Upholstered domestic furniture from China - Zhejiang Kuka Merlin Furniture. Notice of normal value review
CFIA Notice to Industry (July 22 Update): Restriction on imports of live birds, bird products and by-products from states affected by Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza in the United States
CFIA - Update on Brazil restrictions due to the HPAI in Canada
Textiles and Clothing Free Trade Agreements Tariff Preference Level Utilization 2022 Imports - Utilization levels have been updated to July 25, 2022
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Tariff Preference Level Utilization 2022 Exports - Utilization levels have been updated to July 25, 2022
Seventeen countries hold supply chain ministerial forum. The participants aim to cooperate on building long-term global supply chain resiliency
Piracy attacks on sea shipping at lowest level in decades. Latest global piracy report details 58 incidents, down from 68 incidents during the same period last year
St. Lawrence Seaway cargo shipping activity improved in June. Improved overall cargo tonnage now significantly closing the gap in comparison to a weak seasonal start
Drop in global air cargo volumes eases a little in May. IATA reports hat the easing of Omicron restrictions in China contributed to a performance improvement in May
CFIA Notice to industry - romaine lettuce from the U.S.: Temporary Safe Food for Canadians licence conditions for importing romaine lettuce and salad mixes containing romaine lettuce from the U.S.
CFIA Notice to Industry - Avian Influenza (July 20 Update): Restriction on imports of live birds, bird products and by-products from states affected by Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza in the United States
CFIA - Requirements for fish and seafood export to the United Kingdom
Canada Border Services Agency seizures. Quantity of goods seized, by quarter for fiscal year 2021 to 2022. Addition of Fourth quarter
WTO's E-commerce talks mark new phase in negotiations. The co-convenors said that they will be marking a new phase in the negotiations
Major economies continue to show restraint in use of trade restrictions. The trade coverage of import-facilitating measures far exceeded the trade coverage of import-restrictive measures
CBSA issues dumping determination on mattresses from China. Provisional duties at rates ranging from 23.01% to 173.36% will now be payable on the subject goods
U.S. removes safeguard tariffs on Canadian solar products. The removal follows Canada's victory at a CUSMA dispute panel earlier this year
Reinvestigation of values of certain line pipe from South Korea. Revised amounts could change the rates of anti-dumping / countervailing duty payable on imports
Tariff classification of car seat covers. Memorandum D10-15-31 has been updated to reflect the 2022 Harmonized System
Amendment to the Import Control List: Chemical Weapons. Notice to Importers No. 1087 announces the addition of one toxic chemical and three families of toxic chemicals that have recently been added to Schedule 1A of the Chemical Weapons Convention Schedule to the Import Control List
Temporary import requirements for romaine lettuce from the United States (2022). The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) is implementing temporary Safe Food for Canadians (SFC) licence conditions for the importation of romaine lettuce originating from the U.S. Between September 28 and December 22, 2022
Textiles and Clothing Free Trade Agreements Tariff Preference Level Utilization 2022 Imports - Utilization levels have been updated to July 11, 2022
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Tariff Preference Level Utilization 2022 Exports - Utilization levels have been updated to July 11, 2022
CBSA Travel Advisory - Lane closures at St. Stephen (NB) Ferry Point port of entry
Resumption of the Remote Area Border Crossing Program. The Canada Border Services Agency is resuming the Remote Area Border Crossing program, which is available in parts of northwestern Ontario and southeastern Manitoba
Canada's trade surplus reached $5.3 billion in May. Exports rose 4.1 percent compared with April while imports decreased 0.7 percent
The Canada Border Services Agency updates its verification targets. Commodities are targeted for verification of origin, tariff classification and value for duty
25th anniversary of Canada-Chile Free Trade Agreement. Canada's first free trade agreement with a country in Central or South America took effect in July 1997
Federal Government invests in Canadian airlines supply chain efficiency. Federal Governmnet will contribution close to $105 million for three new projects with NAV CANADA
Proof of Origin of Imported Goods. Memorandum D11-4-2 has been revised to reflect the implementation of certain trade agreements
Certification of Origin Under Free Trade Agreements. Memorandum D11-4-14 has been revised to reflect the implementation of certain trade agreements
Line pipe from the Republic of Korea. Notice of initiation of re-investigation of the normal values and export prices
Carbon steel fasteners from Chinese Taipei (Newfast). Notice of normal value review
Textiles and Clothing Free Trade Agreements Tariff Preference Level Utilization 2022 Imports - Utilization levels have been updated to July 4, 2022
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Tariff Preference Level Utilization 2022 Exports - Utilization levels have been updated to July 4, 2022
CFIA Notice to Industry (July 4 Update): Restriction on imports of live birds, bird products and by-products from states affected by Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza in the United States
CFIA - Update to Form 3369 - Application for Export Inspection and Phytosanitary Certification
Canada and Peru sign mutual trusted traders recognition arrangement. The two countries will recognize each other's trusted trader members and facilitate border processes
Canada will ban entry of commercial dogs from countries at high-risk for dog rabies. As of September 28, 2022 commercial dogs from such countries will no longer be permitted entry into Canada
CUSMA Panel upholds Canadian Tribunal decision on gypsum board from the U.S. The decision was appealed by the United States under CUSMA's arbitration rules
World Wildlife Conference to rule on stricter trade regulations for 600 CITES species. Proposal to review regulations on rhinos, elephants, rosewoods and other timber species, sharks, orchids, turtles and rhodiola or golden root
Classification of festive articles under heading 95.05. Customs Notice 22-14 offers guideline to the current policy with regard to the classification of festive articles under heading 95.05
Amendments to the Customs Tariff and eliminating excise duty on non-alcoholic beer. Customs Notice 22-13 outlines certain amendments to the Departmental Consolidation of the Customs Tariff and the elimination of excise duty on non-alcoholic beer
Carbon steel fasteners from China (Robertson Jiaxing). Conclusion of normal value review
Upholstered domestic furniture from China (Henglin). Notice of termination of normal value review
Upholstered domestic furniture from China (Ruihao Furniture). Notice of termination of normal value review
Amendments to the Special Import Measures Act and the Canadian International Trade Tribunal Act. On June 23, 2022, amendments to the Special Import Measures Act and the Canadian International Trade Tribunal Act came into force
Canadian railways' total freight volume dropped 1.2% April. Statistics Canada notes that overall freight volume remains near the five-year monthly average
St. Lawrence Seaway cargo shipping improves in May. Cargo tonnage shipments gaining ground in comparison to April following a slow start to the season
OECD leading indicators now point to a global loss of growth momentum. Growth is losing momentum in Germany, France and Italy, and also in the United Kingdom and Canada
Changes to import requirements for poultry products and by-products from the EU. New import requirements for raw fresh/ frozen poultry products and by-products will come into effect on July 1, 2022
Fall 2022 import requirements for romaine lettuce from the United States. The CFIA will be implementing temporary import conditions for U.S. romaine lettuce again this fall 2022
Canadian Heat Treated Wood Products Certification Program (HT Program). CFIA Directive D-13-01 has been revised
Update on requirements for food exports to China. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency has updated its external website with important information
Backgrounder on Amendments to the Export Permits Regulations. Updating the regulatory requirements for export permit applicants for military and strategic goods and technology and certain forest products
Textiles and Clothing Free Trade Agreements Tariff Preference Level Utilization 2022 Imports - Utilization levels have been updated to June 20, 2022
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Tariff Preference Level Utilization 2022 Exports - Utilization levels have been updated to June 20, 2022
First U.S. marine preclearance location in Canada opens in Prince Rupert, BC. Travellers can now fully clear U.S. Customs and Border Protection at the Alaska Marine Highway System Ferry Terminal in Prince Rupert, resulting in a quicker and easier arrival in Alaska
Upholstered domestic furniture from China - HTL Furniture. Conclusion of normal value and export price review
Concrete reinforcing bar from Vietnam (Hoa Phat). Notice of close of record and updated schedule
Canada removes tariffs on goods from Ukraine for one year. The Ukraine Goods Remission Order became effective June 9, 2022
CBSA is consulting on new regulations for the examination of travelers' personal digital devices. Regulations would set out the requirements for CBSA officers to conduct an examination of a device within legally-binding controls
CFIA announces change in prioritization of compliance activities for manufactured foods. The Agency will conduct compliance activities consistent with its long-standing compliance and enforcement policy
Reminder: New certification process for import of meat and poultry products from the U.S. Starting June 13 all certificates for meat and poultry products imported into Canada from the United States will be digitally signed
CFIA - Import requirements for Atlantic herring as dead bait from the U.S.
CFIA - African Swine Fever - Changes to import permit requirements
Upholstered domestic furniture originating in Vietnam and exported from the United States - Ashley Furniture. Notice of termination of normal value review
Carbon steel fasteners from Chinese Taipei (Honor Best). Conclusion of normal value review
Wheat gluten from Australia, Austria, Belgium, France, Germany and Lithuania - Royal Ingredients Group. Notice of normal value and export price review
Wheat gluten from Australia, Austria, Belgium, France, Germany and Lithuania - Roquette Frères. Notice of normal value and export price review
Wheat gluten from Australia, Austria, Belgium, France, Germany and Lithuania - Manildra Group. Notice of normal value and export price review
Canada's trade surplus decreased in April. Statistics Canada reports slower growth in Canadian merchandise imports and exports
IATA reports that global air cargo demand fell 11.2% in April. Omicron in Asia and the Russia-Ukraine war continue to create a challenging operating backdrop
Trade ministers from Canada and India note progress in free trade talks. Ministers discuss status of talks on key issues, including trade in goods and services, and investment protection
Administration of the Export and Import Permits Act (Exportations). Memorandum D19-10-3 has been revised
Steel piling pipe from China - Qingdao Wangbaoqiang Industry. Notice of normal value review
Upholstered domestic furniture from China - HTL Furniture. Notice of close of record and updated schedule
CFIA Reminder: Upcoming changes for select imports and Ministerial Exemptions. As of July 4, 2022, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) will be making service changes at the Centre of Administration for Permissions
CFIA Notice to Industry - Avian Influenza (June 6 update) Restriction on imports of live birds, bird products and by-products from states affected by Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza in the United States
CFIA - Avian Influenza Update for Export Certificates for the United States of America
CFIA Notice to Industry: Listeria monocytogenes in imported Enoki mushrooms. Obligations of the Importer
Textiles and Clothing Free Trade Agreements Tariff Preference Level Utilization 2022 Imports - Utilization levels have been updated to June 6, 2022
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Tariff Preference Level Utilization 2022 Exports - Utilization levels have been updated to June 6, 2022
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Canadian railways total freight volume dropped again in March. Statistics Canada reports that the overall tonnage was the lowest for March since 2016
OECD leading indicators point to stable growth in Canada, Japan and the U.S. Growth is losing momentum in France, Germany, Italy, as well as in the United Kingdom
Government of Canada extends COVID-19 border measures. Measures in place at Canadian airports and land borders include vaccine mandates and random COVID-19 tests
Customs Notice 19-18 Amendments to the Canada-Israel Free Trade Agreement (CIFTA) - Minor Processing Operations. Revised May 31, 2022. This revised customs notice is being issued to advise importers that one of the amendments that was included in CIFTA's modernization, is a modified definition for what constitutes minor processing
Upholstered domestic furniture from China (Henglin). Notice of normal value review
Annual Report to Parliament on the Administration of the Export and Import Permits Act 2021. Key developments in 2021
Textiles and Clothing Free Trade Agreements Tariff Preference Level Utilization 2022 Imports - Utilization levels have been updated to May 30, 2022
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Tariff Preference Level Utilization 2022 Exports - Utilization levels have been updated to May 30, 2022
U.S. initiates second CUSMA dispute on Canadian dairy tariff-rate quota policies. The U.S. is challenging TRQ allocation measures and allocation periods within the TRQs
Tribunal finds dumping/subsidizing of drill pipe from China causes no injury to Canadian industry. The Canada Border Services Agency will therefore terminate its dumping and subsidizing investigations
Government of Canada to establish independent review body for the CBSA. The government is proposing to invest $112.3 million over six years to establish the PCRC
As Ukraine conflict and COVID-19 weigh on trade the WTO's Goods barometer remains flat. The WTO says the latest outlook scales back the earlier optimism in the barometer from February
Canada submits request to join the Digital Economy Partnership Agreement. The agreement is aligned with Canada's international trade policy objectives, including encouraging e-commerce as a means of facilitating and diversifying international trade and investment
Travel Advisory - Canada Border Services Agency has resumed service at Gretna. Heavy flooding in North Dakota that resulted in highway closures has now receded
Textiles and Clothing Free Trade Agreements Tariff Preference Level Utilization 2022 Imports - Utilization levels have been updated to May 23, 2022
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Tariff Preference Level Utilization 2022 Exports - Utilization levels have been updated to May 23, 2022
CBSA finds dumping would resume if duties expired on gypsum board from the United States. Tribunal will now determine whether the expiry of duties is likely to result in injury to Canadian industry
Tribunal maintains, with amendments, injury finding on steel sheet and strip from certain countries. The Trade Tribunal says resumption of dumping and subsidizing would result in injury to Canadian industry, except for Ukraine goods
More time needed in investigation of dumping and subsidizing of mattresses from China. Circumstances make it difficult for CBSA to make a preliminary determination within ninety days
Canada issues revised dairy tariff rate quota policies under CUSMA. Changes follow a CUSMA dispute settlement panel report issued after a request from the U.S.
Consultations on tariff rate quota for sugar-containing products and origin quota for high-sugar containing products: Canada's administration of the tariff rate quota for sugar-containing products for export to the United States (WTO-SCP) and the origin quota for high-sugar containing products for export to the European Union and its members states (CETA-HSCP)
Consultations on potential collection and publication of country of melt and pour information for steel imports. Increasing surveillance over COM could increase supply chain transparency and help in obtaining a more fulsome picture of the origins of imported steel goods
China removes restrictions on Canadian canola exports. Canada has been advised that China has reinstated access to its market for two Canadian companies that China Customs had suspended from exporting canola seed to China since March 2019
New Zealand initiates dispute settlement proceedings under CPTPP against Canada's implementation of dairy quotas. New Zealand considers the manner in which Canada is implementing its dairy TRQs to be inconsistent with its obligations under CPTPP
Upholstered domestic furniture from China - Ruihao Furniture. Notice of normal value review
Upholstered domestic furniture originating in Vietnam and exported from the United States - Ashley Furniture. Notice of normal value review
Textiles and Clothing Free Trade Agreements Tariff Preference Level Utilization 2022 Imports - Utilization levels have been updated to May 16, 2022
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Tariff Preference Level Utilization 2022 Exports - Utilization levels have been updated to May 16, 2022
Canadian Government intends to remove all tariffs on goods from Ukraine. By removing tariffs for a one year period, Canada would continue to support Ukraine's economy
CBSA resumes services and adjusts hours at more ports of entry. These changes are in addition to the previously announced resumption of service at small airports
Restriction on imports of live birds and products from U.S. states affected by avian influenza. Commercial imports are restricted from the specific quarantine zones within certain states until further notice
U.S. Customs sets up pilot project on digital export documents for used vehicles. CBP will decide within two years whether to require electronic submission of ownership documentation
CFIA Notice to Industry: Amended inspection requirements for processed feathers
CFIA - Industry registration required in CIFER for food exports to China
Textiles and Clothing Free Trade Agreements Tariff Preference Level Utilization 2022 Imports - Utilization levels have been updated to May 9, 2022
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Tariff Preference Level Utilization 2022 Exports - Utilization levels have been updated to May 9, 2022
CBSA reminds Canadians of cannabis border laws. It remains illegal to import into Canada, or export from Canada, cannabis and cannabis products without a valid permit or exemption (including CBD products derived from cannabis or hemp)
Canada's imports and exports reach record highs. March imports increased 7.7%, while exports were up 6.3%
War in Ukraine and omicron affect global air cargo volumes. IATA reports that global air cargo demand fell 5.2% year-over-year in March
Canada and the Philippines set up a joint economic commission. Initiative builds on the momentum created by the launch of trade negotiations between Canada and ASEAN
CBSA resumes customs services at certain small airports. The Agency will resume services at 47 small airports on May 2 and May 15th
Goods to be employed in a noxious atmosphere. Memorandum D10-15-26 has been updated as a result of Canadian International Trade Tribunal decisions on the classification of rubber medical examination gloves
Concrete reinforcing bar from Turkey - Çolako lu. Conclusion of normal value review
Highway Sufferance Warehouse Closure (Montréal Côte-de-Liesse, QC). Customs Notice 22-11
Textiles and Clothing Free Trade Agreements Tariff Preference Level Utilization 2022 Imports - Utilization levels have been updated to May 2, 2022
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Tariff Preference Level Utilization 2022 Exports - Utilization levels have been updated to May 2, 2022
Tribunal finds dumping/subsidizing of mattresses from China injures Canadian industry. Provisional anti-dumping/countervailing duties could soon apply to importations of these goods
WTO members commit to negotiate dispute settlement reform. The United States has been blocking the processes to appoint judges, effectively disabling the Appellate Body
Government of Canada announces some easing of COVID-19 border measures. Within the changes, vaccinated travellers will no longer be required to provide a quarantine plan upon entry
U.S. Government extends COVID-19 border requirements for non-U.S. travelers. Requirements will continue to apply to non-U.S. travelers who are traveling both for essential and non-essential reasons
Textiles and Clothing Free Trade Agreements Tariff Preference Level Utilization 2022 Imports - Utilization levels have been updated to April 25, 2022
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Tariff Preference Level Utilization 2022 Exports - Utilization levels have been updated to April 25, 2022
Customs Notice 22-10 Highway Sufferance Warehouse Closure (Québec, QC)
Duties on certain fabricated steel components from three countries will expire on May 24. The Trade Tribunal received no submissions in support of a continuation of its order
Duty relief orders related to COVID-19 pandemic will end on May 7, 2022. The Certain Goods Remission Order (COVID-19) and the Goods for Emergency Use Remission Order will expire
WTO registers member countries' import licensing procedures. Members have to notify their import licensing regulations and changes to these regulations within 60 days
OECD leading indicators show growth losing momentum in Europe. The CLIs remain above trend and signal stable growth in the United States, Japan and Canada
Procedures for Verifications of Origin Under a Free Trade Agreement with Non-European Countries. Memorandum D11-4-20 has been revised
Carbon steel fasteners from China (Robertson Jiaxing). Notice of close of record and updated schedule - normal value review
Import of Wheat, Barley and their Products. Notice to Importers Serial No. 1072 - updated to inform importers of the rules and procedures governing the administration of the tariff rate quotas (TRQs) for wheat, barley and their products
Textiles and Clothing Free Trade Agreements Tariff Preference Level Utilization 2022 Imports - Utilization levels have been updated to April 19, 2022
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Tariff Preference Level Utilization 2022 Exports - Utilization levels have been updated to April 19, 2022
CBSA finds dumping/subsidizing would resume if duties expired on pipe fittings from three countries. Tribunal will now determine whether the expiry of duties is likely to result in injury to Canadian industry
New measures aimed at strengthening Canada's trade remedy system. Amendments will prevent circumvention of duties and prevent potential surges of unfairly traded imports
WTO says war in Ukraine reduces global trade volume growth forecast. Lockdowns in China to prevent the spread of COVID are also disrupting global trade
Textiles and Clothing Free Trade Agreements Tariff Preference Level Utilization 2022 Imports - Utilization levels have been updated to April 11, 2022
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Tariff Preference Level Utilization 2022 Exports - Utilization levels have been updated to April 11, 2022
Commercial traffic delays along Mexico-Texas border and the resulting supply chain disruptions. The longer than average wait times are unrelated to U.S. customs screening activities and are due to additional and unnecessary inspections being conducted by the Texas Department of Public Safety
Polyethylene terephthalate resin from Canada, China, India, and Oman. Continuation of the antidumping duty orders following determinations by the U.S. Department of Commerce and the U.S. International Trade Commission
Canada's trade surplus narrows as imports increase. Statistics Canada report that February imports rose 3.9 percent while exports were up 2.8 percent
Global air cargo growth continued in February. IATA reports that global air cargo demand was up 2.9% compared to February 2021
Canada launches consultations on reciprocal procurement policies. How to offset negative effects of restrictive measures adopted by Canada's trading partners
Treatment of commissions and brokerage in the calculation of value for duty. Commissions and brokerage are amounts paid to intermediaries who help in the conclusion of a sale
Upholstered domestic furniture from China - Gu Jia Intelligent Household Jiaxing Co. Notice of normal value review
Upholstered domestic furniture from China - HTL Furniture. Notice of normal value review
Upholstered domestic furniture from China - Man Wah Furniture Manufacturing (Huizhou). Notice of normal value review
Entry into force of sewing thread, narrow elastic and pocket fabric requirement for apparel goods - Update April 2022 (Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement CUSMA)
Textiles and Clothing Free Trade Agreements Tariff Preference Level Utilization 2022 Imports - Utilization levels have been updated to April 4, 2022
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Tariff Preference Level Utilization 2022 Exports - Utilization levels have been updated to April 4, 2022
CFIA - Changes to the submission process concerning original phytosanitary certificates
CFIA - Renewal of veterinary biologics establishment licences, product licences, and import permits
CFIA - Update to China's Fish and Seafood Export Requirements
Canada expands simplified renewal process for passports. Canadians in Canada and abroad can now use the simplified process to renew an expired passport as long as it was issued within the last 15 years
Canada and the United Kingdom begin first round of FTA negotiations. The UK was Canada's third-largest individual country trading partner in 2021 for both goods and services
WTO members still pushing to commence Appellate Body appointment process. The United States has been blocking the processes to appoint new judges to the Appellate Body
Tribunal to review expiry of duties on concrete reinforcing bar from several countries. The anti-dumping finding is scheduled to expire unless CBSA and Tribunal decide to maintain it
CBSA starts dumping and subsidizing investigations on drill pipe from China. Trade Tribunal will first determine whether the imports are harming Canadian producers
Refined Sugar from the United States, Denmark, Germany, the Netherlands, the United Kingdom and the European Union. Conclusion of re-investigations of the normal values, export prices and amounts of subsidy
Changes to Excise Duty Rates on Alcohol and Tobacco Products effective April 1, 2022. Customs Notice 22-06 advises of an update to the Customs Commercial System for changes to excise duty rates on alcohol and tobacco products effective April 1, 2022
Tariff Classification Policy on ratchet drives. Memorandum D10-14-36 was updated clarify what can be considered "adjustable" and clarify the administrative policy regarding the classification of hand-operated spanners and wrenches.
Textiles and Clothing Free Trade Agreements Tariff Preference Level Utilization 2022 Imports - Utilization levels have been updated to March 28, 2022
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Tariff Preference Level Utilization 2022 Exports - Utilization levels have been updated to March 28, 2022
Canada to remove pre-entry test requirement for fully vaccinated travellers on April 1. Fully vaccinated travellers will no longer need to provide a pre-entry COVID-19 test result to enter Canada
Canadian railways total freight volume dropped in January. While rail freight transport typically slows down during the winter months this was the lowest level since 2014
Customs administrative penalties can be assessed for several reasons. Non-compliance with requirements may result in being assessed a monetary penalty under AMPS
OECD reports an acceleration in G20 merchandise trade in fourth quarter of 2021. Total G20 exports were up 3.4% and imports up 5.0%, compared to the previous quarter
Concrete reinforcing bar from Turkey - Kroman. Conclusion of normal value review
Concrete reinforcing bar from Turkey - Çolakoğlu. Notice of close of record and updated schedule
New meat import conditions and certificates for Brazil. A transition period of 8 weeks will be allowed to accommodate shipments already on route
Textiles and Clothing Free Trade Agreements Tariff Preference Level Utilization 2022 Imports - Utilization levels have been updated to March 21, 2022
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Tariff Preference Level Utilization 2022 Exports - Utilization levels have been updated to March 21, 2022
CP and Teamsters agree to binding arbitration and resume operation Tuesday. CP will resume normal train operations across Canada as soon as possible
CP issues 72-hour lock-out notice to Teamsters train & engine employees. Railway plans to lock-out employees at 00:01 ET on March 20, 2022 if no agreement is reached
Canada and India resume talks on Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement. Trade ministers from both countries agreed to re-launch negotiations and consider an interim agreement
Global Affairs to conduct impact assessments on a Canada-ASEAN free trade agreement. The Canadian government is seeking the views of Canadians on the potential impacts and opportunities
New certification process for import of meat and poultry products from the U.S. to begin in June. Starting June 13 all certificates for meat and poultry products imported into Canada from the United States will be digitally signed
Government of Canada publishes report on labour exploitation in global supply chains. This is an important step towards the Minister of Labour's mandate commitment to introduce legislation to eradicate forced labour from Canadian supply chains
Canada, United States agree on protocol to guide the cross-border transit of animals in emergency situations. The policy makes it easier and faster to evacuate regulated animals across the border during emergencies such as flooding, forest fires, extreme weather conditions or disasters, or when routine transportation routes are impaired without feasible alternatives
CFIA to refuse entry for import of aquatic animals from the Netherlands for dead bait. Importers are advised that no new permits will be issued for this commodity
Canada's merchandise imports fell 7.4% in January. The country's trade balance went from a $1.6 billion deficit in December to a $2.6 billion surplus in January
Reinvestigation of values of oil country tubular goods from several countries. Revised amounts could change the rates of anti-dumping duty payable on imports
Canada removes Most-Favoured-Nation Tariff treatment on imports from Russia and Belarus. The General Tariff (35%) will now be applicable on virtually all imports from Russia and Belarus
Global air cargo kept increasing in January but at a slower pace. Global demand, measured in cargo tonne-kilometers, was up 2.7% compared to January 2021
Oil country tubular goods from India - Jindal Saw. Conclusion of normal value review
Aluminum extrusions from China - Test‑Rite. Conclusion of normal value review
Carbon steel fasteners from Chinese Taipei (Honor Best). Notice of close of record and updated schedule - normal value review
Textiles and Clothing Free Trade Agreements Tariff Preference Level Utilization 2022 Imports - Utilization levels have been updated to March 7, 2022
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Tariff Preference Level Utilization 2022 Exports - Utilization levels have been updated to March 7, 2022
CFIA notice to exporters of onions to the United State: Please be advised that a new pilot project for exports of onions to the United States is now available. "Operational procedure: Onion Pilot Project for Canadian Partners in Quality Preventive Control Inspection."
Changes to required plant health documentation for importing invertebrates and micro-organisms. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) is updating and simplifying the process for importing invertebrates and micro-organisms under the Plant Protection Act
CBSA starts dumping and subsidizing investigations on mattresses from China. Trade Tribunal will first determine whether the imports are harming Canadian producers
Global Affairs consults on implementation of CUSMA dairy tariff rate quotas Panel report. Government says it is committed to working closely with industry and partners to reach a solution
CBSA finds dumping/subsidizing would resume if duties expired on large line pipe from China and Japan. Tribunal will now determine whether the expiry of duties is likely to result in injury to Canadian industry
Tribunal to review expiry of duties on pup joints from China. The anti-dumping finding is scheduled to expire unless CBSA and Tribunal decide to maintain it
Duty on certain fabricated industrial steel components from several countries could expire in May. Tribunal is seeking opinions on whether it should let the finding expire or conduct an expiry review
New Sanctions and Export Controls in Response to Russia's Invasion of Ukraine - Customs Notice 22-01
Procedures for verifications of origin under a Free Trade Agreement with European countries. Memorandum D11-4-21 was created to describe the verification of origin procedures used in Canada's free trade agreements with countries in Europe
Importation of Vehicles. Memorandum D19-12-1 has been updated
Carbon steel fasteners from Chinese Taipei - Pro Power. Notice of normal value review
Notice to Exporters and Brokers – Export and Brokering of items listed on the Export Control List and the Brokering Control List to Russia
Consulting with Canadians on the proposed addition of North Macedonia and Qatar to the Automatic Firearms Country Control List. The AFCCL is a positive list of countries to which it has been deemed appropriate to allow the export from Canada
CFIA - Update : New phytosanitary requirements for the export of Canadian pine wood to China
CFIA - Notice to industry: Changes to import requirements for pet chews made from animal products and by-products
Tribunal finds dumping of oil country tubular goods from Austria causes no injury to Canadian industry. Anti-dumping duties will not be collected by the CBSA on importations of these goods
Dumping of container chassis from China injures Canadian industry according to CITT. Anti-dumping and countervailing duties will be collected by the CBSA on importations of these goods
The UK reaches a major milestone in bid to join CPTPP free trade area. Members of the trade pact have agreed that Britain can proceed with its request to join the group
E-commerce negotiators at the WTO are trying to find common ground. Members exchanged proposals on telecommunications services, access to online platforms and competition
Non-commercial Provincial Tax Collection Programs. Memorandum D2-3-6 has been revised
Oil country tubular goods from South Korea - Nexteel. Conclusion of normal value review
Entry into force of sewing thread, narrow elastic and pocket fabric requirement for apparel goods. This notice is to inform Tariff Preference Level (TPL) clients of changes which entered into force effective January 1, 2022
Textiles and Clothing Free Trade Agreements Tariff Preference Level Utilization 2022 Imports - Utilization levels have been updated to February 21, 2022
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Tariff Preference Level Utilization 2022 Exports - Utilization levels have been updated to February 21, 2022
CFIA Notice to industry: Implementation date for new policy chapter on import of eggs and egg products
CUSMA panel rules against U.S. tariff on solar products from Canada. Panel rules that the U.S. is required to exclude imports from Canada from a safeguard measure
Border offices that were blocked by demonstrators have reopened. Windsor Ambassador bridge, Pacific Highway, Coutts and Emerson ports of entry are now open
Canadian government continues mandatory pre-departure COVID tests for travelers. Travelers will now have a choice between a negative 24 hours antigen tests or the current negative 72 hours molecular test
Canada to join EU consultations at WTO concerning China's trade actions against Lithuania goods. China's discriminatory trade practices against Lithuania are also hitting other exports from the European Union
Excise duty rates increasing on certain products on April 1, 2022 (spirits, wine, beer, certain tobacco products)
Carbon steel welded pipe from Turkey - Borusan. Notice of normal value review
Carbon steel welded pipe from Turkey - Cayirova. Notice of normal value review
Carbon steel welded pipe from Pakistan - IIL. Notice of normal value review
Upholstered domestic seating from Vietnam - Kaiser 2 Furniture Industry. Notice of expedited review
Textiles and Apparel for import from the European Union under the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement. Notice to Importers No. 1069 sets out the policies and practices pertaining to the administration of textiles and apparel for import from the European Union and its member states under the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement
Canada's merchandise trade balance returns to a deficit position. Statistics Canada report that December imports rose 3.7% while exports were down 0.9%
Duty on concrete reinforcing bar from several countries could expire in May. Tribunal is seeking opinions on whether it should let the finding expire or conduct an expiry review
OECD leading indicators point to moderating growth in several major economies. The CLIs for Canada, Germany, Italy and the United Kingdom confirm having passed a turning point
Conditional tariff relief: diversions must be reported promptly. Duty relief provisions are under the strict condition that imported goods be used in a specific way
Tariff Classification of wood flooring products (including cork). Memorandum D10-14-55 was revised to clarify current policies or procedures and reflect the guidance provided by existing World Customs Organization
Oil country tubular goods from India - Jindal Saw. Notice of close of record and updated schedule - normal value review
Small power transformers from South Korea - Hyundai Energy. Notice of export price review
Liquid dielectric transformers from South Korea - Hyundai Energy - Conclusion of export price review
Concrete reinforcing bar from Turkey - Kroman. Notice of close of record and updated schedule - Normal value review
Textiles and Clothing Free Trade Agreements Tariff Preference Level Utilization 2022 Imports - Utilization levels have been updated to February 7, 2022
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Tariff Preference Level Utilization 2022 Exports - Utilization levels have been updated to February 7, 2022
CFIA - Notice to Industry: Detection of high pathogenic influenza (H5N1) in a commercial flock in Canada. Canada has reported this finding to the World Organisation for Animal Health (OIE) in accordance with international reporting obligations
Tribunal maintains injury finding on steel grating from China. The Trade Tribunal says resumption of dumping and subsidizing would result in injury to Canadian industry
Canada and Ukraine will negotiate modernization of current FTA. A modernized CUFTA will further expand Canada and Ukraine's commercial ties
U.S. signals possible reduction of duties on Canadian softwood lumber. U.S. Department of Commerce announced the preliminary results for the third administrative review
WTO study explores role of trade in strengthening developing countries' economic resilience. Further measures are needed to support developing countries' use of trade as a tool for growth
Seamless casing from China- JingJiang Special Steel Co. Notice of normal value review
Textiles and Clothing Free Trade Agreements Tariff Preference Level Utilization 2022 Imports - Utilization levels have been updated to January 31, 2022
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Tariff Preference Level Utilization 2022 Exports - Utilization levels have been updated to January 31, 2022
CFIA - Consultation: Entry requirements for wood packaging material into Canada
CFIA - Changes to import permit requirements - African swine fever
CFIA - Export of fish and seafood from Canada to Morocco for human consumption
Tribunal finds dumping of oil country tubular goods from Mexico causes no injury to Canadian industry. Anti-dumping duties will not be collected by the CBSA on importations of these goods
CBSA confirms dumping decision on oil country tubular goods from Austria. The Trade tribunal is continuing its inquiry on injury to the domestic industry
Strong December performance contributes to great year for global air cargo in 2021. Full-year demand for air cargo increased by 6.9% in 2021 according to IATA's data
St. Lawrence Seaway cargo up slightly in 2021 navigation season. Over 38 million tonnes of cargo transited the system during the season, despite another challenging year
Goods manufactured or produced wholly or in part by prison labour. Memorandum D9-1-6 has been updated to include information on Canada’s import prohibition on goods mined, manufactured or produced wholly or in part by forced labour as established by the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement Implementation Act
Canada-Chili Free Trade Agreement (CCRFTA) Rules of Origin. Memorandum D11-5-4 signals that the CCFTA Rules of Origin Regulations have been amended to reflect the modernized rules of origin provisions which entered into force on October 15, 2021
Carbon steel fasteners from Chinese Taipei - Katsuhana Fasteners. Notice of normal value review
Upholstered domestic seating from China - Eterno Co and Zhe Jiang Shengli Furniture. Notice of expedited review
Aluminum extrusions from China - Test‑Rite. Notice of close of record and updated schedule - normal value review
Textiles and Clothing Free Trade Agreements Tariff Preference Level Utilization 2022 Imports - Utilization levels have been updated to January 24, 2022
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Tariff Preference Level Utilization 2022 Exports - Utilization levels have been updated to January 24, 2022
New phytosanitary requirements for the export of Canadian pine wood to China. The implementation date will be strictly enforced and all shipments arriving in China on or after February 1, 2022, must meet the new requirements
CBSA confirms dumping & subsidizing decisions on container chassis from China. The Trade tribunal is continuing its inquiry on injury to the domestic industry
Canada joins Mexico in challenge of U.S. auto trade rules under CUSMA. Challenging United States' interpretation of the rules of origin on regional value content calculations
The OECD's indicators show economic growth may slow in several major economies. A drop in momentum is visible in the latest CLIs for Canada, Germany, Italy and the United Kingdom
WTO report looks into into ways to improve LDCs' participation in international trade. COVID-19 pandemic has led to greater challenges for these countries, hitting their exports hard
Oil country tubular goods from South Korea - Nexteel. Normal value review - Notice of close of record and updated schedule
Textiles and Clothing Free Trade Agreements Tariff Preference Level Utilization 2021 Imports - Utilization levels have been updated to January 17, 2022
Textiles and Clothing - CUSMA Tariff Preference Level Utilization 2021 Exports - Utilization levels have been updated to January 17, 2022
CFIA Update on export requirements for fish and seafood to EU. As of January 15, 2022, the European Union (EU) requires all applicable exports of fish and seafood as food for human consumption to meet the necessary requirements under the Animal Health Law
CFIA - New EU food & animal export requirements take effect. Effective January 15, 2022, exporters of commercial food of animal origin and animal commodities destined for the European Union (EU) where certification is required under the new EU Animal Health Law (AHL) will be required to use updated export certificates
Tribunal maintains injury finding on carbon and alloy steel line pipe from China. The Trade Tribunal says resumption of dumping would result in injury to Canadian industry
The Canada Border Services Agency updates its verification targets. Commodities are targeted for verification of origin, tariff classification and value for duty
CBSA prolongs the reinvestigation of values of refined sugar from several countries. The Agency needs an extra 45 days due to the complexity and novelty of the issues
Supply chain disruptions cut into global air cargo growth. IATA says global demand was up 3.7% in November, significantly lower than the 8.2% growth seen in October
Tariff Classification of Certain Flat Water Sprint Racing Canoes and Kayaks Under Tariff Item 8903.99.10. Memorandum D10-14-54 has been revised to clarify policy on the application of tariff item 8903.99.10 for the importation of racing shells used for training purposes and the use of canoes and kayaks in racing events
Tariff Classification of Goods. Memorandum D10-13-1 was updated to reflect updated contact information and to amend typographical errors
New digital requirements for Canadian commercial animal and food products exported to the European Union. Effective January 15, 2022, the EU will require industry to use updated export certificates to maintain market access due to the Animal Health Law that came into force in the spring 2021
Message to Industry: Barley Products Tariff Rate Quota (TRQ) - Extension period ended
Canada's trade surplus reaches $3.1 billion in November. Statistics Canada announced that total exports increased 3.8%, while imports rose 2.4%
Duty on certain pup joints from China could expire in April. Tribunal is seeking opinions on whether it should let the finding expire or conduct an expiry review
Canada and U.S. are both claiming victory in CUSMA trade panel's dairy dispute ruling. Panel was ruling on Canada's allocation of TRQs for the exclusive use of Canadian processors
Ports of Montreal and Quebec award traditional gold-headed canes. Port authorities' long-established awards go to the first ships to sail up the Saint-Lawrence river
Changes to Certain Export and Import Controls System (EICS) Commodity Codes Effective January 1, 2022. Changes to certain EICS commodity codes as a result of World Customs Organization's HS 2022
CFIA - Notice to the Fish and Seafood Industry - Export to the European Union (EU). Updated export certificates contain new and more complex animal health requirements
CFIA-AIRS Updates January 1st, 2022. The CFIA announces that amendments to the Harmonized System HS Code structure, implemented by the WCO and the CBSA, were successfully executed to the Automated Import Reference System (AIRS) database
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