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U.S.I.T.C. Common Alloy Aluminum Sheet will be assessed ADD

The United States International Trade Commission (USITC) determined that a U.S. industry is materially injured the importation of common alloy aluminum sheet from China.  The U.S. Department of Commerce has …



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NAFTA remains in Effect for the Start of 2019!

As we continue to navigate the ever changing seas of trade, we want to remind our clients that NAFTA will remain in effect for the start of 2019.  Though the …



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Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) Text Now Available

The text of the CUSMA, otherwise known as USMCA, is now available on the Government of Canada’s website, in both English and French.          



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Importation of Vaping Products – under the Tobacco and Vaping Products Act (TPVA)

This Customs Notice is available in its entirety on the Canada Border Services Agency website. CN 18-05, Importation of Vaping Products – under the Tobacco and Vaping Products Act (TPVA) …



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Implementation of the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP)

This Customs Notice is available in its entirety on the Canada Border Services Agency website. CN 18-22, Implementation of the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) This customs …



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Additional webinar dates to be added: Safe Food for Canadians Regulations (SFCR) Webinars for Industry

Due to high demand, registration has reached capacity for some of the webinar sessions on the Safe Food for Canadians Regulations (SFCR).  The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) is currently …



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Technical Bulletin on the Proposed Prescriptive Path To Meet Fan Energy Rating (FER)

Technical Bulletin on the Proposed Prescriptive Path To Meet Fan Energy Rating (FER) Standards In Amendment 15  On October 20, 2018, Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) pre-published Amendment 15 in the …



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Amendment to the import conditions for romaine lettuce harvested in California (USA) and salads from the USA

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency’s (CFIA) Automated Import Reference System (AIRS) will be updated to add a date of signing on the letterhead required since November 30, 2018 following the …



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FDA Biennial Registration is now open!

Food facilities are required to renew their registration in every even numbered year between October 1st and December 31st.  The owner, operator, or agent in charge of the facility, or …



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CBP Guidance on Non-Reimbursement Certificates for ADD/CVD

Importers and non-resident importers are required to file a non-reimbursement certificate stating that they are not being reimbursed for any anti-dumping or countervailing duties that have been paid to CBP.  …



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China 301 Tariffs Update: Tranche 3 of Tariffs to Remain at 10%

On Saturday, President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping reached a deal to keep Tranche 3 of the China 301 tariffs at 10% after January 1st, 2019.  This group …



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USTR Issues Updated Report on the China 301 Investigation

This week, the Office of the United States Trade Representative issued a report updating the Section 301 investigation of China’s trade policies and practices.  In a statement, Ambassador Robert Lighthizer …



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Buffalo FDA Issues Memorandum Regarding Border Crossing Procedures

Today, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in the Port of Buffalo, NY issued a memorandum reminding exporters, carriers, brokers, and importers of the procedures for crossing the border with …



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FDA Food Facility Registration Renewal Resources

Food facilities must renew their registration this year between October 1 and December 31, 2018.  On October 25th, FDA hosted a webinar to walk stakeholders through the renewal process and …



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Restrictions on imported romaine lettuce harvested in California (USA) and salads from all of the USA

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency’s (CFIA) Automated Import Reference System (AIRS) will be updated to add additional import controls following the outbreak of E. coli O157 illnesses in Canada linked …



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