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APHIS to begin Lacey Act phase VII enforcement – Effective December 1st, 2024

The US Department of Agriculture’s APHIS branch is set to begin enforcement of the Lacey Act Phase VII beginning on December 1st, 2024.  This phase includes all remaining plant product …



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CFIA scheduled system maintenance August 07, 2024

As part of CFIA’s ongoing efforts to improve client service, please be advised that CFIA will be performing network maintenance on:August 7, 2024 from 5:30 am to 6:30 am (ET)Consequently, …



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Customs Notice 24-24: Amendments to the Departmental Consolidation of the Customs Tariff: Statistical Changes

The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) would like to inform of amendments to the Departmental Consolidation of the Customs Tariff (Tariff). The 2024-1 Tariff reflects changes to descriptions and units …



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CFIA – Consultation on labelling plant-based alternatives to egg products

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency is consulting on proposed guidance on how to label and represent plant-based alternatives to egg products. Clear guidance will help industry comply with the regulations …



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Customs User Fees to Be Adjusted for Inflation in Fiscal Year 2025

United States Customs and Border Protection, has announced their user fee increases for fiscal year 2025 beginning on October 1, 2024. The two most notable fee increases are the Informal …



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USDA APHIS Lifts Brown Rugose Certificate Requirements for Fresh Tomatoes and Peppers

The United States Department of Agriculture, Animal and Plant Health Inspection Services (APHIS) has amended the Federal Order for imports of tomato and pepper hosts of the Tomato Brown Rugose …



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New Cosmetics Requirements – Effective July 1st, 2024

The Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act of 2022 (MoCRA) represents a significant expansion of FDA’s authority to regulate cosmetics to help ensure the safety of cosmetic products. This requirement became …



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APHIS to begin Lacey Act phase VII enforcement – Effective December 1st, 2024

The US Department of Agriculture’s APHIS branch is set to begin enforcement of the Lacey Act Phase VII beginning on December 1st, 2024.  This phase includes all remaining plant product …



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Anti-Dumping – Seamless Carbon or Alloy Steel Oil and Gas Well Casing

The Canadian International Trade Tribunal, has conducted an expiry review continuing without amendment, concerning the dumping and subsidizing of seamless carbon or alloy steel oil and gas well casing, whether …



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CFIA – Clarification for sulphur dioxide gas used on prepackaged fresh grapes

The Fresh fruits or vegetables page of the Industry Labelling Tool (ILT) has been updated to clarify that the limit of 10 ppm of sulphur dioxide gas used on fresh …



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Volatile Organic Compound Concentration Limits for Certain Products Regulations compliance

Environment and Climate change Canada wishes to share the following information regarding Volatile Organic Compound Concentration Limits for Certain Products Regulations compliance. Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) are identified as toxic under …



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Update of the Certification Program for the Export of Hardwood to the EU (D-14-02)

This message is to inform you that the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) directive D-14-02: Certification Program for the Export of Hardwood Species Regulated for Agrilus spp. to the European …



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Anti-Dumping Duties (High Protein Content Pea Protein)

On July 22, 2024, the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA), pursuant to subsection 38(1) of the Special Import Measures Act (SIMA), made preliminary determinations of dumping and subsidizing respecting high …



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Reminder Information on Formaldehyde Emissions from Composite Wood Products Regulations

The Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) is looking to update the contact information of potential manufacturers, importers and retailers of composite wood products, as well as organizations that have …



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Update of the Certification Program for the Export of Hardwood to the EU (D-14-02)

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) directive D-14-02: Certification Program for the Export of Hardwood Species Regulated for Agrilus spp. to the European Union (EU) has been updated and is …



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