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CFIA releases results of targeted honey testing

As part of its efforts to combat food fraud, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) launched a targeted surveillance strategy in 2018 to verify that honey samples were genuine and …



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IPPC Member consultation on draft International Standards for Phytosanitary Measures

The following is provided by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency. Dear stakeholders and partners, It is that time of year for you to participate and ensure Canada’s interests are heard! …



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Trade Compliance Verifications

Trade Compliance Verifications The CBSA manages trade compliance with the Tariff Classification, Valuation, and Origin programs using the following two post-release verification processes: Random verifications Verification priorities Random verifications are …



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Tariff Classification of Front-mount Mowers

Tariff Classification of Front-mount Mowers - D10-14-27 Front-mount mowers, without the mower deck, are to be classified as tractors of subheading 8701.91.00, 8701.92.00, 8701.93.00, 8701.94.00, or 8701.95.90, depending on engine power. …



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Mandatory electronic reporting for exporters

Mandatory electronic reporting for exporters - Customs Notice 19-14 The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) will eliminate the paper reporting process Export Declaration form (B13A) and implement mandatory electronic reporting for …



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ADD & CVD to be assessed on Certain Steel products from Vietnam

On Tuesday the U.S. Department of Commerce stated that they will impose antidumping (AD) and countervailing (CV) duties on corrosion-resistant steel products and cold-rolled steel produced in Vietnam using substrate …



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Ocean Importers: MSC Vessels may be subjected to Additional Screening

Recently, U.S. Customs Officers in the Port of Philadelphia seized 17.5 tons of cocaine from a shipping container aboard the MSC Gayane.  Subsequently, CBP has now suspended MSC’s CTPAT status.  …



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CBP not Accepting Paper CBPF 7512 Forms for In-Bond Movements

As of July 29th, 2019, CBP will no longer accept paper copies of the CBPF 7512 to perform arrival and export functionality.  Trade stakeholders will be required to report all …



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Tariff Classification of suitcases, travelling bags, backpack (rucksacks) and handbags of Heading 42.02

This memorandum outlines the Canada Border Services Agency’s (CBSA) interpretative policy with respect to the tariff classification of suitcases, travelling bags, backpacks (rucksacks) as travel goods of heading 42.02.  It …



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Notice of Conclusion of Re-investigation – Copper Pipe Fittings

Notice of Conclusion of Re-investigation – Copper Pipe Fittings The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) has today concluded a re-investigation of the normal values and export prices respecting certain copper …



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CBSA Signs Mutual Recognition Arrangements with Hong Kong and New Zealand

The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) today announced the signing of two Mutual Recognition Arrangements (MRAs) with the Hong Kong Customs and Excise Department and with the New Zealand Customs …



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Goods Subject to a Remission of Surtax – Update

Revised June 25, 2019 – Lists of Steel, Aluminum and Other Goods Imported from the U.S. Subject to Remission of Countermeasures As a result of the update, there are items …



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FDA Hours: July 4th Holiday

The local FDA offices have notified the trade community of their hours for the holiday weekend: Peace Bridge Buffalo Thursday, July 4th – 1:00 PM to 9:00 PM Lewiston Bridge …



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Section 301 Exclusion Process: New Portal Opens June 30th

The office of the U.S. Trade Representative will open the exclusion process for Tranche 3 of the Section 301 duties on China. These exclusion requests will be handled through a …



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Reminder: Seasonal Produce Tariff Number Changes for Cucumbers & Tomatoes

As a reminder, on July 1st the seasonal tariff number for cucumbers will change from 0707.00.50 to 0707.00.6010 (greenhouse), 0707.00.6030 (if not greenhouse and less than 6 inches in length) …



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