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Port of Montreal employers and union to end lockout Saturday. Negotiators for harbour employers and the locked-out workers had begun talks on Thursday. More...

CBSA reviewed normal values and export prices of certain steel plate. New values for certain steel plate from China, Bulgaria, the Czech Republic, Romania and Ukraine. More...

Slower growth for G7 international trade flows in the first quarter of 2010. Trade volumes continued to grow, but at a slower pace than in the fourth quarter of 2009. More...

Navies have played a key role in decreasing piracy attacks. A total of 196 incidents around the world in first half of 2010, compared to 240 incidents last year. More...

Technical documents: Government memorandums, notices and decisions

• Message from CBSA re: Release Processing Disruptions - Marine Port of Montreal.
• Customs Notice CN10-014 New Highway Sufferance Warehouse (Halifax, N.S.).
• CBSA - SIMA - Certain Steel Plates from China, Bulgaria, the Czech Republic, Romania and Ukraine - Conclusion of Re-investigation.
• CBSA - Goods subject to anti-dumping or countervailing duties. Measures in Force.
• Memorandum D15-2-49 Certain Carbon Steel Fasteners Originating in or Exported From The People's Republic of China and Chinese Taipei.
• EICS Message - August 2010 Softwood Lumber Quotas Now Available.
• DFAIT / EICB Imports: Textiles and clothing - NAFTA Tariff Preference Level Utilization.
• CFIA Import policy - Fish List. Product Inspection of Imported Fish, Canadian Regulatory Requirements for Fish Import Licence Holders.
• CFIA Procedure TAHD-DSAT-IE-2010-11-1 Shipments of Semen and Embryos Arriving with a Compromised Seal.
• CITT Appeal No. AP-2009-007 Tariff classification of certain flat panel television stands.
• CITT Appeal No. AP-2009-056 Tariff classification of certain flags, banners and car antenna flags printed with National Hockey League team logos.
• European Commission publishes excise duty rates applicable in the European Union as at 1 July 2010.
• U.S. CBP announces temporary ban on personal importation of tomatoes, peppers from Canada.
• U.S. CBP Quota Frequently Asked Questions. Consolidated resource for information on quota-related topics.
• U.S. CBP C-TPAT 5 Step Supply Chain Security Risk Assessment.
• U.S. CBP CSMS# 10-000170 - New Disposition Codes for Importer Security Filing (ISF).
• U.S. CBP CSMS# 10-000168 - Problem With End-Dating of Industry 57 - Biological Products Product Codes.

New Canada - U.S. initiatives to combat threats and expedite trade. Strategic dialogue on developing a shared vision for border security for both countries. More...

Canadian exports rose in May after two months of decline. While all export sectors posted gains, automotive products accounted for over half the growth. More...

Tariff eliminations from March budget get final sanction. Senate passage and Royal Assent of budget act, which eliminated tariffs on manufacturing inputs and machinery and equipment. More...

Port of Montreal traffic up sharply in the first half of 2010. Container traffic posted an increase of over 12 percent for the first six months of the year. More...

Technical documents: Government memorandums, notices and decisions

• CBSA - Notice to Fastener Importers (4). Normal values have been issued for Top-Green Corporation of Chinese Taipei.
• Memorandum D2-1-1 Temporary Importation of Baggage and Conveyances by Non-Residents.
• CBSA Advance Rulings for Tariff Classification - new/updated rulings:
  - Belt, transmission.
  - Burner, wood chip.
  - Butter substitute.
  - Cheese sticks, cheddar and mozzarella.
  - Chicken burgers.
  - Fabric, spunbond, polypropylene nonwoven, weighing not more than 25 g/m2.
  - Fabric, spunbond polypropylene nonwoven, weighing more than 25 g/m2 but not more than 70 g/m2 .
  - Noodles, Pad Thai.
  - Pet feeder, automatic.
  - Sweet biscuits (cookies).
  - Utensils, plastic.
• Notice to Exporters Serial No.: 172 July 14, 2010 Export Controls to the Democratic People's Republic of Korea.
• DFAIT / EICB Imports: Textiles and clothing. Tariff Preference Level Holders List updated to 2010.
• DFAIT / EICB Imports: Textiles and clothing - NAFTA Tariff Preference Level Utilization.
• CFIA Reminder of Changes to Import Notification Requirements - Second Phase.
• Draft Agenda for the 46th Session of the Harmonized System Committee to be held in September 2010.
• U.S. CBP Importer Security Filing "10+2" Program - Frequently Asked Questions - Updated.
• U.S. CBP seeks public input on northern border environmental impacts.
• U.S. CBP Notice of Examination. Customs Broker License Examination to occur on October 4, 2010.
• USDA Country of Origin Labeling - COOL Customs and Border Protection Rulings.

Canadian rail freight traffic kept growing in April. Total freight traffic increased to 24.7 million metric tonnes, up 17.5% from April 2009. More...

Ocean carriers increase Montreal rates due to low water levels. Levels below historic lows due to reduced snowfall last winter and unseasonably warm and dry spring. More...

Air transport volumes were above pre-recession levels in May. Transportation association reports an 11.7% increase in passenger traffic and a 34.3% jump in freight demand. More...

Canada-Colombia Free Trade Agreement Act receives Royal assent. Agreement will come into force once Colombia completes its domestic enactment process. More...

Ottawa invests in the revitalization of Marine Atlantic Inc. Renewal of fleet and shore facilities at North Sydney, NS, Port aux Basques, NL and Argentia, NL. More...

Technical documents: Government memorandums, notices and decisions

• CBSA - Goods subject to anti-dumping or countervailing duties. Measures in Force.
• CBSA - SIMA - Bicycles from Chinese Taipei and China - Notice of Conclusion of Reinvestigation.
• CBSA - SIMA - Greenhouse Bell Peppers from the Netherlands. Reasons.
• CBSA - SIMA - Refined Sugar - Expiry Review Decision. Reasons.
• Customs Notice CN10-013 Remission of Customs Duties Using the Renewable Fuels Used as Ships' Stores Remission Order.
• Memorandum D2-3-6 Non-commercial Provincial Tax Collection Programs.
• Memorandum D17-1-22 Accounting for the Harmonized Sales Tax, Provincial Sales Tax, Provincial Tobacco Tax, and Alcohol Markup/Fee on Casual Importations in the Courier and Commercial Streams.
• Memorandum D19-1-1 Food, Plants, Animals and Related Products.
• Notice to Exporters Serial No. 171 July 5, 2010 NAFTA Wool Apparel Exports: TPL Allocation Policy.
• P.C. 2010-803 Implementing the United Nations Resolutions on Iran - Regulations Amending the Regulations.
• EICS Bulletin - Wheat, Barley, Wheat Products and Barley Products 2010-2011 Tariff Rate Quotas.
• EICS Bulletin - TRQ 2010-11 Frozen Pork from the European Union.
• DFAIT / EICB Imports: Textiles and clothing - NAFTA Tariff Preference Level Utilization.
• CITT Appeal No. AP-2009-003 Classification of vegetarian capsules.
• U.S. CBP CSMS# 10-000160 - HSU 1003 Changes to the 2010 Harmonized Tariff Schedule.

Canada and Japan, Singapore, South Korea mutually recognize importers programs. The Canada Border Services Agency announced that it has signed three Mutual Recognition Arrangements. More...

World Customs Organization discusses Customs-Trade partnership. Members are committed to continuing their efforts to reinforce the partnership, both nationally and internationally. More...

China will reopen its market to Canadian beef and beef products. The Chinese market was closed in 2003 following Canada's first case of bovine spongiform encephalopathy. More...

Productive factories more likely to export. Study demonstrates that the more productive a plant is, the more likely it is to export. More...

Technical documents: Government memorandums, notices and decisions

• Reminder to summer travelers from U.S. Customs and the Canada Border Services Agency.
• CBSA - Goods subject to anti-dumping or countervailing duties. Measures in Force.
• DFAIT / EICB Imports: Textiles and clothing - NAFTA Tariff Preference Level Utilization.
• CFIA - EISC remains operational through March 2011. Eastern Import Service Centre (EISC) located in Montreal will remain operational through March 2011.
• CFIA Procedure TAHD-DSAT-IE-2007-5-4 Requirements for Small Ruminants Imported from the United States for Breeding, Domestic or Captive Purposes.
• CFIA Directive D-10-01 General Import Requirements for Fresh Peppers and Tomatoes from the World.
• U.S. CBP Import Trade Trends - FY 2010 Mid Year Report including projections of trade activity through the end of 2010.
• U.S. BIS publishes final rule on Encryption Export Controls. Mass market electronic products that contain encryption functions and other encryption products.

Anti-dumping decisions on bell peppers, refined sugar, laminate flooring. Duty now applies to bell peppers, stays on refined sugar and is removed on laminate flooring. More...

The eManifest project is on track for implementation. Canada Border Services Agency highlights progress and details next steps in spring issue of eManifest Newsletter. More...

Steel industry propels growth in Seaway cargo volumes. Activity remains buoyant, with shipments of iron ore and steel slabs showing continued strength. More...

Beginning of roadwork for CentrePort Canada in Winnipeg. Initiative will create a hub for goods travelling to and from Asia and Europe, and throughout North America. More...

Technical documents: Government memorandums, notices and decisions

• HST: The CBSA's Implementation of the Ontario and British Columbia Harmonized Sales Tax.
• CBSA - SIMA - Greenhouse Bell Peppers from the Netherlands - Notice of Preliminary Determination.
• CBSA - SIMA - Refined Sugar - Expiry Review Decision.
• Message from CBSA re: Outstanding PARS Release Transactions.
• Message from CBSA re: New Port Code Customs Commercial Operations Office St. Stephen, NB.
• CRA - Excise and GST/HST News - Overview of some of the most important aspects of the HST in Ontario and British Columbia.
• The Canada Revenue Agency answers questions on the harmonized sales tax (HST).
• Softwood Lumber Products Export Charge Notice: SWLN25 Surge Charge - Alberta Region (May 2010).
• P.C.2010-0735 13th IAAF World Junior Championships in Athletics Remission Order, 2010.
• Canadian Economic Sanctions - Iran.
• EICS Bulletin - Reminder - Frozen Pork from the European Union.
• EICS Brokers Message - Agriculture, Steel and Textiles and Clothing Permit Cancellations.
• DFAIT Form EXT 876 (pdf) Request for Steel Permit Cancellation.
• EICS Message - July 2010 Softwood Lumber Quotas Now Available.
• DFAIT / EICB Imports: Textiles and clothing - NAFTA Tariff Preference Level Utilization.
• Proposed Order Amending the Export Control List. Item 5505 - Goods and Technology for Certain Uses.
• CFIA accepting shipments of fresh fruits from California when certified free of European grapevine moth.
• CFIA stops issuing import permits for certain plant pests being used as feed, bait or pets.
• U.S. Removes Temporary Restrictions on B.C. Cattle and Bison.
• Environment Canada Notice to anyone engaged in the use of methyl bromide.
• CITT Inquiry No. NQ-2010-001 Greenhouse bell peppers originating in or exported from the Netherlands.
• U.S. CBP Directive 3810-014A The Certificate of Origin for the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA).
• U.S. CBP CSMS# 10-000148 - Elimination of the ITA Form 362P. (Information on Articles for Physically or Mentally Handicapped Persons Imported Duty-Free)

Canada-Ukraine Free Trade negotiations are underway. The first round of negotiations took place in Kyiv, Ukraine, from May 17 to 21. More...

Canada gets extension of transitional measures for canola exports to China. Exports of Canadian canola seed were impacted in 2009 by restrictions related to blackleg. More...

New requirement for the importation of fresh tomatoes. Tomato fruit from several countries will require a Phytosanitary Certificate with an additional declaration. More...

Railway, terminal operator work to improve container traffic services in Vancouver. Mutual focus on system efficiencies, improved communication, and monitoring of gateway performance. More...

Port of Montreal extends berths to accommodate larger ships. The project will enable the accommodation of two ships 280 to 300 metres in length. More...

Technical documents: Government memorandums, notices and decisions

• DFAIT / EICB Imports: Textiles and clothing - NAFTA Tariff Preference Level Utilization.
• CFIA - Importation of fresh tomatoes. Shipments from several countries will require a phyto certificate with an additional declaration.
• CFIA - Fish & Seafood - Updated certificates/forms.
• CBSA Leaflet BSF5117 eManifest - Making the border smarter and more secure.
• CBSA: Attention highway carriers using carrier code "77YY".
• CBSA Advance Rulings for Tariff Classification - new/updated rulings:
  - Bars, steel.
  - Bleomycin injection.
  - Cable tester.
  - Cladribine injection.
  - Defoamer additive, silicone.
  - Epirubicin hydrochloride injection.
  - Fabric, cotton.
  - Fabric, drapery, polyester filament.
  - Fabric, quilted.
  - Food supplement.
  - Fungicide, Coniothyrium minitans.
  - Jacket, ski, men's.
  - L sections, steel.
  - Mill set, salt and pepper.
  - Ondansetron injection.
  - Purse holder, metal.
  - Recipe organizer.
  - Roller skate set.
  - Sacks, adjoined.
  - Sandals, plastic.
  - Shoes for various foot conditions.
  - Sideloader.
  - Silica, surface treated.
  - Suit, protective.
  - Sun simulator.
  - Vinorelbine injection.
  - Washers, tunnel.
  - Washer, wheelchair.
  - Wetting and dispersing additive for solvent-based paint.

Canadian exports were slightly down in April. Statistics Canada reports that the country's merchandise exports declined 1.0% while imports fell 2.2%. More...

CBSA reinvestigates values of pipe fittings and coolers/warmers from China. Reinvestigations may result in adjustments to anti-dumping and/or countervailing duties. More...

Panama reopens border to Canadian cattle and bovine genetics. Panama had been shutting out Canadian cattle since 2003, when cases of BSE where discovered in Canada. More...

New U.S. requirements for tomatoes shipped from Canada. Requirement is based on the USDA's efforts to prevent the entry of tomato leafminer into the U.S. More...

Ottawa is considering free trade with Japan. Canadian Minister sees the possibility of negotiating an economic partnership agreement with Japan. More...

Technical documents: Government memorandums, notices and decisions

• CBSA - SIMA - Carbon steel pipe fittings from China - Re-investigation of the normal values and export prices.
• CBSA - SIMA - Certain Thermoelectric Coolers and Warmers from China - Re-investigation of the normal values, export prices and amounts of subsidy.
• CBSA - Notice to Fastener Importers (3). "Normal values have been issued for products manufactured by Tapoo Metal Products (Shanghai) Co., Ltd.".
• CBSA - Notice to Fastener Importers (2). "Normal values have been issued for products manufactured by J.C. Grand Corporation of Chinese Taipei."
• Memorandum D15-2-38 Certain Hot-Rolled Carbon and Alloy Steel Sheet.
• Memorandum D15-2-56 Certain Oil Country Tubular Goods Originating In or Exported From the People's Republic of China.
• Customs Notice CN10-012 Highway Sufferance Warehouse Closure (Owen Sound, ON).
• GST/HST Technical Information Bulletin B-103 Harmonized Sales Tax - Place of supply rules including Customs brokerage and Freight transportation services.
• P.C. 2010-0673 Regulations Amending the General Preferential Tariff and Least Developed Country Tariff Rules of Origin Regulations.
• P.C. 2010-701 New Harmonized Value-added Tax System Regulations.
• DFAIT/EICB 2010 Peanut Butter Quota Holders' List.
• DFAIT/EICB Brokers Message. Textile and Clothing Export Commodity Code.
• DFAIT/EICB Imports: Textiles and clothing - NAFTA Tariff Preference Level Utilization.
• CFIA: Brucellosis not confirmed in British Columbia.
• CFIA Meat Hygiene Directive - European Union.
• CFIA: New U.S. requirements for tomatoes shipped from Canada.
• CFIA Directive D-97-11 Seed Potato Certification Program - Requirements for the production of Pre-Elite seed potatoes from sources other than Nuclear Stock.
• CFIA Directive D-96-05 Import Requirements for Potatoes, Potato Parts and Potato By-Products.
• CFIA Directive D-96-15 Phytosanitary requirements to prevent the spread of Japanese beetle, Popillia japonica, in Canada and the United States.
• CFIA Directive D-95-03 "Asian Gypsy Moth (Lymantria Dispar L.) - Plant Protection Policy for Marine Vessels" has been revised.
• CFIA Directive D-95-08 General Import Requirements for Fresh Temperate Fruits from the World.
• CFIA Directive D-03-08 Phytosanitary Requirements to Prevent the Introduction into and Spread Within Canada of the Emerald Ash Borer, Agrilus planipennis (Fairmaire).
• CITT Preliminary Injury Inquiry No. PI-2009-005 Greenhouse bell peppers originating in or exported from the Netherlands. Reasons issued.
• CITT Appeal Nos. AP-2009-012 and AP-2009-047 Tariff classification of five models of moving light heads.
• U.S. CBP Fact Sheet: Textiles Designated a Priority Trade Issue - May 2010 revision.
• U.S. CBP Northern Border Highway Carrier Conference - August 31 and September 1, 2010.
• USITC - Possible Additions to the Pharmaceutical Appendix to the HTS.
• U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service - Changes to CITES Species Listing.

Canadian SMEs find that their customs broker provides a valuable service. Customs brokers can help small businesses navigate through the border maze. More...

Ontario and Quebec exports will bounce back this year. The industrial goods sector will power the upturn in exports for both provinces. More...

First quarter of 2010 sees world trade value rise by about 25%. Merchandise trade declined in January and February 2010, then rose sharply in March according to WTO. More...

International air freight volumes increased in April despite volcano ash cloud disruptions. While passenger demand slumped as a result of massive flight cancellations, cargo traffic grew by 25%. More...

Technical documents: Government memorandums, notices and decisions

• CBSA - Notice to Fasterner Importers. Normal values for products from Homade Inc. of Chinese Taipei.
• Memorandum D11-11-3 Advance Rulings for Tariff Classification.
• CRA notice: Be HST ready: Resources for businesses.
• DFAIT/EICB Export Controls Online (EXCOL) Advisory Opinions. Export Control List.
• DFAIT / EICB Imports: Textiles and clothing - NAFTA Tariff Preference Level Utilization.
• Notice to Exporters Serial No. 170 Softwood Lumber Exports to the United States: Export during June 2010 for those Regions subject to regional quota volumes.
• CITT Inquiry No. NQ-2009-005 Polyiso insulation board from the United States. Statement of reasons.
• USDA places import restrictions on Canadian bovines due to finding of brucellosis
• U.S. CBP CSMS# 10-000137 - ACE Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) document has been posted to CBP.gov.
• U.S. CBP CSMS# 10-000132 - New FDA Product Codes in Industry 54 (Vitamins/Minerals/Protein/Unconventional Dietary Products).
• U.S. CBP CSMS# 10-000129 - ABI and CATAIR Not Impacted by Recent APHIS Lacey Act Changes.
• U.S. ITA - Elimination of Form ITA--362P, Information on Articles for Physically or Mentally Handicapped Persons Imported Duty-Free.

Every Canada-bound carrier will have to obtain a CBSA carrier code. With the implementation of eManifest in the highway mode, carrier codes will become a regulatory requirement. More...

Transport Canada will implement a new air cargo security program. There will be an obligation for all parties in the supply chain process to ensure that cargo screening is completed and verified. More...

Railway freight traffic continued to rise in March. Total freight traffic originating in Canada and received from the United States increased by 16.1% from March 2009. More...

Slow recovery foreseen for Saskatchewan and Manitoba exports this year. The slow recovery in the agri-food commodity sector is hurting these two prairies provinces' export performance. More...

Technical documents: Government memorandums, notices and decisions

• Softwood Lumber Export Charge Notice SWLN23 Export Charge Rate for June 2010 Reduced to 0% - Registrants Must Continue to File Returns.
• Softwood Lumber Export Charge Notice SWLN24 Surge Charge - Alberta Region (April 2010)
• Notice to Importers Serial No. 764 Item 117.1 - Specialty Creams.
• Notice to Importers Serial No. 765 Item 125.1 - Powdered Whey.
• DFAIT / EICB Broiler Hatching Eggs & Chicks Quota Holders List 2010.
• CFIA: Wood Packaging - Discharge of ship borne dunnage.
• CFIA: Wood Packaging - Questions and Answers.
• CFIA Meat Hygiene Directives updated for Russia & Brazil
• CFIA Directive D-01-02 Import Requirements for Packages of Flower Bulbs Purchased in The Netherlands by Travellers Returning to or Visiting Canada.
• CFIA Directive D-01-12 Phytosanitary Requirements for the Importation and Domestic Movement of Firewood.
• CITT Preliminary Injury Inquiry No. PI-2009-005 Greenhouse bell peppers from the Netherlands. Tribunal determines that the dumping has caused injury.
• U.S. CBP announces opening of Nexus lane in Calais, Maine.
• U.S. CBP CSMS# 10-000127 - June 2, Webinar on New Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) Detention Notices.
• U.S. FDA and NIH launch Electronic Safety Reporting Portal.
• U.S. FDA Draft Guidance for Industry: Questions and Answers regarding the Reportable Food Registry.

Canada and Panama sign Free Trade Agreement. Agreement must now pass through the respective ratification processes of both countries before entering into force. More...

New rules for Canadian origin claims on non-food products come into force July 1st. Competition Bureau will enforce new guidelines on "Made in Canada" and "Product of Canada" claims. More...

Double-digit growth forecast for Alberta and B.C. exports in 2010. A reversal of fortunes in the energy sector and commodity prices rebound will will benefit Western provinces. More...

Quebec Port Authority President to retire at year end. Under Mr. Gaudreault's leadership the Port of Québec has grown into one of Canada's major harbours. More...

Technical documents: Government memorandums, notices and decisions

• Memorandum D10-17-38 Administrative Policy - Tariff Classification of Marble and Granite Blocks and Slabs..
• Memorandum D17-1-7 Customs Self Assessment Program for Importers.
• Memorandum D22-1-1 Administrative Monetary Penalty System.
• Customs Notice CN10-011 Highway Sufferance Warehouse Closure and Licence Opportunity (Dartmouth, NS)
• CBSA - SIMA - Whole Potatoes - Expiry Review Decision - Statement of Reasons.
• CBSA Advance Rulings for Tariff Classification - new/updated rulings:
  - Fabric, warp knit, dyed.
  - Gelato.
  - Liquid sugar.
  - Maltitol.
  - Port expansion unit, telephone switching apparatus.
  - Protein powder mix, chocolate.
  - Pump, hand.
  - Stepper / stair climber.
  - Strudel.
  - Toolkit, emergency.
• Notice to Importers Serial No.: 766, May 12, 2010 Item 194 - Frozen Pork from the European Union as Specified in the Surtax Order.
• DFAIT / EICB Imports: Textiles and clothing - NAFTA Tariff Preference Level Utilization.
• CITT Appeal No. AP-2008-011 Classification of certain serological pipettes and pipette tip.
• CITT Appeal No. AP-2008-028 Value for duty of various styles and colours of women's T-shirts.
• Adoption of the Energy Labelling Directive by the European Parliament. Extends scope to also cover products in the commercial and industrial sectors in the future.
• U.S. APHIS - Grace Period - USDA Clarification on Quantity and Unit of Measure. Lacey Act Amendments of 2008.
• U.S. CBP CSMS# 10-000124 - ABI Not Impacted by Recent APHIS Lacey Act Changes.

Canada's trade surplus narrowed in March. Exports declined 0.7% in March, halting six consecutive months of increases, while imports grew 2.0%. More...

St. Lawrence Seaway reports marked increase in cargo volumes. Cargo shipped through the seaway from January to April 2010 is up 18% compared to the same period last year. More...

Polyiso insulation board from the U.S. will not be subject to anti-dumping duties. Tribunal finds that the dumping has not caused injury and was not threatening injury to the domestic industry. More...

CBSA outlines its future eManifest Portal. The secure portal will make the transition from paper to electronic reporting more manageable for transport SMEs. More...

Technical documents: Government memorandums, notices and decisions

• CBSA - Goods subject to anti-dumping or countervailing duties. Measures in Force.
• Customs Notice CN10-010 Elimination of the Maximum Rates of Customs Duty on Certain Woollen Fabrics.
• Message from CBSA re: Implementation of HST for Ontario & BritishColumbia.
• Nova Scotia HST Regulations, 2010. Nova Scotia will increase the provincial component of the HST.
• DFAIT / EICB Imports: Textiles and clothing - NAFTA Tariff Preference Level Utilization.
• CFIA Revised Procedures - Documents for the Importation of Pet Food from the USA.
• CFIA Directive D-94-26 Plant Protection Import Requirements for Edible Roots for Consumption or Processing.
• CITT Inquiry No. NQ-2009-005 Polyiso insulation board from the United States.Dumping has not caused injury to the domestic industry.
• USDA Lacey Act Clarification on Quantity and Unit of Measure. APHIS will no longer accept counts of items (PCS - pieces, No - number, Boxes, etc) as valid.
• U.S. CBP new/updated informed compliance publications:
  - Articles of Wax, Artificial Stone and Jewelry;
  - Footwear; Decorative Glassware.
• U.S. CBP CSMS# 10-000121 - Stow Plan Response Changes Coinciding with ISF Changes.
• U.S. CBP CSMS# 10-000120 - Importer Security Filing (ISF) Status Advisory (SA) Changes.
• U.S. CBP CSMS# 10-000119 - Cargo Certification Required on ALL ACE RLF/EIP Entry Summaries.
• U.S. CBP CSMS# 10-000118 - Instruments of International Traffic Carrying Residue: FAQs.
• U.S. CBP CSMS# 10-000117 - New FDA Product Codes in Industry 98 - Tobacco Products.

Foreign market intelligence for Canadian exporters. Canadian Trade Commissioner Service produces foreign market reports targeted to specific industries and countries. More...

NEXUS program reaches the 400,000 member mark. The bi-national program facilitates quick entry into Canada and the United States for pre-screened travellers. More...

Ottawa will finance Michigan's share of the new Windsor-Detroit border crossing. The Government of Canada is prepared to increase its financial participation up to a maximum of US$550 million. More...

Port of Montreal traffic on the rise in the first quarter of 2010. The two main drivers of this growth are containerized cargo traffic and iron ore. More...

Technical documents: Government memorandums, notices and decisions

• Customs Notice CN10-009 Elimination of Itinerant Carrier Codes.
• Memorandum D2-2-1 Settlers' Effects - Tariff Item No. 9807.00.00. Update.
• Memorandum D19-11-1 Canadian Economic Sanctions. Updated to include United Nations Resolution on Eritrea.
• SIMA - Whole Potatoes - Expiry Review Decision - Expiry likely to result continuation of dumping.
• GST/HST: Government releases draft regulations in respect of the Place of Supply Rules.
• DFAIT / EICB Imports: Textiles and clothing - NAFTA Tariff Preference Level Utilization.
• CFIA Forestry Update Number 19: Revision of the International standards for Phytosanitary Measures (ISPM) No. 15. Wood packaging.
• CFIA - Fish & Seafood - Vietnam - Certification requirements.
• CITT Appeal No. AP-2009-013 Classification of hay bale wrappers.
• CITT Appeal Nos. AP-2008-030 and AP-2009-048 Refunds of excise tax paid on diesel fuel purchased in Canada but consumed in the United States.
• VAT: The rates applicable in the European Union Member States as of 1 May 2010.
• USDA Recently Revised Export Requirements & Plant Lists. Export Requirements for Canada.
• USDA Proposed changes to United States Standards for Grades of Potatoes.
• U.S. FDA takes steps to increase safety of foods during transport.
• North American Amendment Proposal to Phase Down Use of HFCs (Hydrofluorocarbons) under the Montreal Protocol.

Air transport volume growth continued in March. Compared to the previous year passenger demand was up 10%, while cargo demand grew 28%. More...

Volume of cargo carried by Canadian railways increased in February. Total freight traffic originating in Canada and received from the United States was up 6% from February 2009. More...

Recovery in international trade flows continued at the end of 2009 and into 2010. Largest rises were registered in the U.S. and Japan where export volumes rose by 6% and import volumes rose by 3%. More...

Negotiating countries release draft text of Anti-Counterfeiting Trade Agreement. The Government of Canada will conduct consultations with stakeholders in the coming weeks. More...

Technical documents: Government memorandums, notices and decisions

• Customs Notice CN10-008 Highway Sufferance Warehouse Closure (St-Hyacinthe, QC).
• Memorandum D2-1-1 Temporary Importation of Baggage and Conveyances by Non-Residents.
• Memorandum D11-11-3 Advance Rulings for Tariff Classification.
• Memorandum D19-12-1 Importation of Vehicles.
• Memorandum D22-1-1 Administrative Monetary Penalty System.
• CBSA Commercial Carriers. Detailed intructions in regards to bonding.
• Tariff Amendments T2010-3. Related to Tariff Notice TN-50.
• CBSA Advance Rulings for Tariff Classification - new/updated rulings:
  - Adamantane-acetyl-(6-aminohexanoyl)3-(leucinyl)3-vinyl-(methyl)-sulfone;
  - Arugula; Bar cart; Belgian endive; Box, plastic; Chain, roller;
  - Cutter, hole; Denture adhesive; Fabric, artificial suede;
  - Fabric, cut pile (velvet); Fabric, polyester, poly(vinyl chloride) coated;
  - Floral picks; Lock; Melons, various; Mill, pepper; Paint sampler;
  - Printers, inkjet; Pulleys; Shortening; Stir fry, chicken and vegetable.
• Softwood Lumber Products Export Charge Notice SWLN22 Surge Charge- – Alberta Region (March 2010).
• Softwood Lumber Products Export Charge Notice SWLN4 Security Requirements for Non-Resident Persons and Persons Without a Permanent Establishment in Canada.
• Softwood Lumber Products Export Charge Notice SWLN5 Certification of Independent Remanufacturers.
• DFAIT / EICB Imports: Textiles and clothing - NAFTA Tariff Preference Level Utilization.
• DFAIT - EICB Chicken Quota Holders Lists 2010.
• CFIA Online consultation on "Product of Canada" and "Made in Canada" labelling requirements.
• CFIA Industry Notice - Labelling of Wet Stored Shellfish Destined for the United States.
• CFIA Directive D-97-04 Application, procedures, issuance and use of a Permit to Import under the Plant Protection Act.
• CFIA Directive D-94-22 Plant Protection Requirements on Pine Plants and Pine Materials to Prevent the Entry and Spread of Pine Shoot Beetle.
• CFIA Directive D-95-03 Asian Gypsy Moth (Lymantria Dispar L.) - Plant Protection Policy for Marine Vessels.
• U.S. CBP CSMS# 10-000104 - HSU 1002 Changes to the 2010 Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
• U.S. CBP, CPSC sign agreement to promote consumer safety.
• U.S. CBP continues Importer Security Filing outreach. The needs of small and medium-sized importers.
• U.S. CBP new/updated informed compliance publications:
  - Classification and Marking of Watches and Clocks - 02/01/2010
  - Hand Tool Sets Classified Within Subheadings 8205.90.00 and 8206.00.00 - 04/01/2010
• U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission proposed rules:
  - Safety Standard for Bassinets and Cradles
  - Safety Standard for Toddler Beds

Third round of Canada - European Union free trade negotiations. With volcanic ash cloud's air travel disruptions video teleconferencing services were used to assist negotiations. More...

Attacks on sea shipping down, but Somali pirates increase their range. Somali pirates were responsible for 35 of the 67 piracy incidents reported during the first quarter of the year. More...

Consultations on the import and export of waste and hazardous recyclable materials. Update on regulations on the transboundary movement of waste and hazardous recyclable materials. More...

Queenston-Lewiston Bridge customs plaza improvements on schedule. Completion of the external structure of the central plaza building at the Queenston-Lewiston International Bridge. More...

Technical documents: Government memorandums, notices and decisions

• CBSA - SIMA - Polyisocyanurate Thermal Insulation Board from the U.S. - Statement of reasons.
• CBSA - AMPS - Master Penalty Document.
• CBSA Form BSF496 (pdf) Advance Notification of Performing Artists.
• CBSA - Goods subject to anti-dumping or countervailing duties. Measures in Force.
• DFAIT / EICB Imports: Textiles and clothing - NAFTA Tariff Preference Level Utilization.
• CFIA - Importation of Aquatic Animals Into Canada.
• CFIA - Changes to the import permit application process. New application form.
• CITT Appeal No. AP-2008-022 Tariff classification of 3-in-1 security lights.
• New European Portal: Customs security procedures in a few clicks.
• U.S. CPSC Interpretation of "Children's Product".
• U.S. CBP announces NEXUS Enrollment Center in Fort Frances, Ontario.
• U.S. CBP Deputy Commissioner Aguilar emphasizes more communication, collaborative work with the trade.
• U.S. CBP updated informed compliance publications:
  - Distinguishing Bolts from Screws; Vehicles, Parts and Accessories;
  - Table and Kitchen Glassware; Classification of Cooking Ranges, Stoves and Ovens.
• U.S. DOT announces new on-line hazardous materials special permit application process.

Canada's trade surplus doubles in February. Growth in exports widened trade surplus to $1.4 billion in February from $754 million in January. More...

Trucking association launches study on cargo crime activity in Canada. Study will identify the trends in cargo crime across the country, identify best prevention practices. More...

ExportAlert! keeps Canadian exporters informed of foreign regulatory changes. Service informs exporters of regulatory changes in global markets, before they become law. More...

Colombia reopens its market to Canadian cattle. Colombia will be the first country in South America to reopen its market to Canadian cattle since 2003. More...

Technical documents: Government memorandums, notices and decisions

• CBSA - Master Penalty Document (short version) April 2010.
• CBSA - Index to Master Penalty Document (short version) April 2010.
• Message from CBSA re: AMPS Penalty changes.
• Memorandum D11-4-28 Haiti Goods Deemed to be Directly Shipped to Canada for the Purposes of the General Preferential Tariff (GPT) and the Least Developed Country Tariff (LDCT).
• CBSA Advance Rulings for Tariff Classification - new/updated rulings :
  - Beef patties, seasoned; Cabinets, switchgear; Film, cast nylon;
  - French toast, filled, frozen; Heat sink, passive; Isomalt;
  - Mixing console, audio; Ovens, steam, domestic;
  - Protein powder mix; T-shirt, baby, cotton knit.
• Department of Finance - Request removal of duties on apple juice concentrate for use in the production of apple juice.
• DFAIT - EICB - 2010 Quota Holders Lists - Milk Protein Substances with a Milk Protein Content of 85% or More.
• DFAIT - EICB - 2010 Quota Holders' List Beef and Veal.
• DFAIT / EICB Imports: Textiles and clothing - NAFTA Tariff Preference Level Utilization.
• CFIA Meat Hygiene Directives. Five new directives published.
• CFIA Directive D-96-15 Phytosanitary requirements to prevent the spread of Japanese beetle, Popillia japonica, in Canada and the United States.
• CITT Interim Review No. RD-2009-003 Waterproof footwear and bottoms. Order to exclude fishing waders.
• Notice from the Registrar of Imported Vehicles - Toyota accelerator pedal recall.
• Air Cargo Security Information Bulletin #15-ACS(G). Changes to shipper registration.
• U.S. CBP CSMS# 10-000102 - Updated e-Manifest: Trucks - Web Based Training Now Available.
• U.S. CBP informed compliance publications:
  - Agglomerated Stone.
  - Coated Nonalloy Flat-Rolled Steel.
  - Stranded Wire, Rope and Cable of Iron or Steel.
• U.S. HTS classification for certain footwear: Recommendations for modifying the Tariff Schedule.
• U.S. FDA proposed Procedures for the Safe and Sanitary Processing and Importing of Fish and Fishery Products.

Canada's trade flows continue to shift away from the U.S. In 2009 the U.S. represented 63.0% of Canada's total trade, down from 65.7% in 2008 and 71.1% in 2005. More...

Final determination of dumping respecting thermal insulation board from the U.S. Investigation reveals that 97.8% of the goods exported to Canada were dumped by a margin of over 20%. More...

CFIA consulting users on service standards and user fees. Projected cost recovery policy and framework will set out the CFIA's approach to cost recovery. More...

CBSA publishes current eManifest implementation timeline. Agency will implement eManifest over a number of years, by client type, using an 18-month timeline. More...

Work begins on Peace Bridge plaza improvements. Construction of a fifth primary inspection lane and booth for Canada-bound commercial vehicles. More...

Technical documents: Government memorandums, notices and decisions

• CBSA - SIMA - Polyisocyanurate Thermal Insulation Board from the U.S. - Final Determination.
• CBSA - SIMA - Greenhouse Bell Peppers from the Netherlands - Statement of Reasons.
• CBSA - SIMA - Copper Pipe Fittings from the United States, Korea and China - Re-investigation - normal values - export prices.
• Customs Notice CN10-007 United States Loaded Freight Remaining On Board (FROB) Cargo.
• Customs Notice CN10-006 Advance Commercial Information (ACI) Exemption for Goods on Board a Conveyance That Enters Canadian Waters While it is Proceeding Directly From One Place Outside of Canada to Another Place Outside of Canada.
• CRA Harmonized Sales Tax (HST) Publications.
• DFAIT - EICB Handbook of Export and Import Commodity Codes - 2010.
• DFAIT / EICB Imports: Textiles and clothing - NAFTA Tariff Preference Level Utilization.
• CFIA - Fish & Seafood - Updates of the list of Foods Containing Meat and Fish.
• CFIA - Fish & Seafood - Updates of the certification requirements for the European Union.
• CFIA - Fish & Seafood - Updates of the EU Export Lists.
• Health Canada proposal to strenghten food colour labelling requirements.
• CITT Inquiry No. NQ-2009-004 Oil country tubular goods from China. Reasons issued.
• U.S. CBP CSMS# 10-000094 - New FDA Product Codes - Center for Biologics Evaluation and Research (CBER).
• U.S. CBP CSMS# 10-000095 - Removal of Some FDA Product Codes.
• U.S. CBP CSMS# 10-000097 - Update - FDA End-Dating Some Product Codes for Radiation-Emitting Electronic Products.
• U.S. BIS - Issuance of Electronic Documents and Related Recordkeeping Requirements.
• USDA seeks comment on amendments to Nursery Stock Regulations. APHIS regulations governing the importation of nursery stock.
• Agricultural Marketing Service - Relaxation of Handling Requirements - Imported Table Grapes.

Ottawa consults on further North American regulatory cooperation. Seeks to identify areas where increased cooperation could reduce significant regulatory-based differences. More...

IATA reports strong February air transport demand. Compared to February 2009, passenger demand was up 9.5%, while cargo demand grew 26.5%. More...

World trade is set to rebound in 2010 according to WTO economists. After the sharpest decline in 70 years, world trade is set to grow by 9.5% this year. More...

St. Lawrence Seaway tonnage set to bounce back. Seaway management is forecasting a 10% to 12% increase in tonnage volume for 2010. More...

Technical documents: Government memorandums, notices and decisions

• Message from CBSA re: Easter Weekend.
• Customs Notice CN10-005 Processing of Form B2 adjustment requests.
• Memorandum D15-2-55 Certain Carbon Steel Plate and High Strength Low Alloy Steel Plate Originating in or Exported from Ukraine.
• CBSA - Goods subject to anti-dumping or countervailing duties. Measures in Force.
• CBSA Advance Rulings for Tariff Classification - new/updated rulings:
  - Air bed, dogs.; Batteries, air-zinc.; Battery contact.; Chair, steel frame;
  - Coat, woven, polyester, women's.; Edge moulding, aluminum.;
  - Fabric, knitted.; Fining pad, abrasive.; Fining pad, textile.;
  - Frame kit, handprint.; Gown, hospital, isolation.;
  - Jersey, knitted, cotton/spandex.; Mould release preparations.;
  - Protein powder mix, chocolate.; Razor, electric.; Sleeping bag, dogs.;
  - Socks, bamboo fibre.; Soy protein.; Spotlight.;
  - Window regulators, automotive, manual and power.
• EICS Bulletin - Easter 2010 Holiday.
• EICB Imports: Textiles and clothing - NAFTA Tariff Preference Level Utilization.
• Message from CFIA Easter Holiday Schedule.
• CFIA Reminder - Production Database Backup scheduled for Saturday April 3rd, 2010.
• CFIA Notice to importers and processors of ready-to-eat fish and seafood - Consultation.
• CFIA Directive D-95-03 Asian Gypsy Moth (Lymantria Dispar L.) - Plant Protection Policy for Marine Vessels.
• Alan Bersin Appointed U.S. CBP Commissioner.
• U.S. CBP CSMS# 10-000082 - Implementation of New CBP Form 7501 (Entry Summary) Version.
• U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Civil Penalty Factors - Final interpretative rule.
• U.S. Hazardous Materials Transportation; Registration and Fee Assessment Program. Amending fees.
• USDA Recently Revised Export Requirements & Plant Lists. Export Requirements for Canada.

Legislation introduced to implement the Canada-Jordan Free Trade Agreement. Canada will eliminate all tariffs on Jordanian goods, except for over-quota tariffs on dairy, poultry and eggs. More...

Tribunal issues split decision on oil country tubular goods from China. Anti-dumping duties and countervailing will apply to certain casing and tubing. More...

Investigation into the dumping of greenhouse bell peppers from the Netherlands. The Trade Tribunal will determine whether the imports are harming Canadian producers. More...

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency's Pet Food Program. Agency regulates pet food imports and provides certification services for exports. More...

Arbitrator sets final contract between CN and locomotive engineers. Company and union agreed to binding arbitration of wages and benefits to end November strike. More...

Technical documents: Government memorandums, notices and decisions

• CBSA - SIMA - Certain Steel Fasteners from China and Chinese Taipei - Normal values and export prices.
• CBSA - SIMA - Greenhouse Bell Peppers from the Netherlands - Notice of Initiation of Investigation.
• CBSA - SIMA - Certain Steel Plates from the People's Republic of China, the Republic of Bulgaria, the Czech Republic, Romania and Ukraine - Investigation to update the normal values.
• Message from CBSA re: CFIA HS Codes.
• Memorandum D2-3-5 Shore Leave for Canadian Crew Members on Canadian Flag Ships.
• Memorandum D9-1-13 White Phosphorous Matches.
• Memorandum D11-5-1 NAFTA Rules of Origin.
• Memorandum D11-5-2 NAFTA Specific Rules of Origin.
• Interim Memorandum D17-1-13 Interim Accounting - Sight Entries - "Haiti Deemed Direct Shipment (General Preferential Tariff and Least Developed Country Tariff) Regulations".
• Customs Notice CN10-004 Highway Sufferance Warehouse Closure (Trenton, ON).
• Excise Taxes and Special Levies Notice ETSL74 Excise Tax Licensing and Related Enquiries.
• GST/HST Info Sheet GI-070 Ontario and British Columbia: Transition to the Harmonized Sales Tax - Goods.
• EICS Message- April 2010 Softwood Lumber Quotas Now Available.
• DFAIT / EICB Imports: Textiles and clothing - NAFTA Tariff Preference Level Utilization.
• CFIA Western Import Service Centre Closure.
• CFIA Meat Hygiene Directives - new/updates.
• CITT Expiry No. LE-2009-004 Certain waterproof footwear and bottoms from China. Order will expire on December 6, 2010.
• CITT Inquiry No. NQ-2009-004 Oil country tubular goods from China.
• CITT Preliminary Injury Inquiry No. PI-2009-005 Greenhouse bell peppers originating in or exported from the Netherlands.
• USDA Recently Revised Export Requirements & Plant Lists. Export Requirements for Canada.
• U.S. CBP CSMS# 10-000075 - FDA Affirmation of Compliance for Electronic Products.
• U.S. CBP Officers to Provide Training on Steel and NAFTA in Montana.
• U.S. CBP informed compliance: Agricultural Actual Use Provisions; Fasteners of Heading 7318; Waste & Scrap as it Relates to Base Metals of Chapter 81.

Rules of origin for free trade agreements with Peru, EFTA countries. Memorandums from the CBSA regarding FTAs with Peru and with Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland. More...

Launch of eManifest in the highway mode postponed to September. Stakeholders will be able to begin testing with the Canada Border Services Agency in June. More...

Canada helps Afghanistan Customs to build a modern customs service. Canadian Customs developed training modules and provided senior trainers. More...

Technical documents: Government memorandums, notices and decisions

• Memorandum D11-5-7. Canada-European Free Trade Association Free Trade Agreement (CEFTA) Rules of Origin.
• Memorandum D11-5-8. Canada-Peru Free Trade Agreement (CPFTA) Rules Of Origin.
• Excise Duty Memorandum EDM1-5-1 Rates of Excise Duty.
• Ships' Stores Regulations (Canadian Coast Guard). Federal excise tax (FET) relief for fuel.
• DFAIT / EICB Imports: Textiles and clothing - NAFTA Tariff Preference Level Utilization.
• CFIA Directive D-10-01 General Import Requirements for Fresh Peppers and Tomatoes from the World.
• CFIA Directive D-98-09 Comprehensive policy to control the spread of North American gypsy moth, Lymantria dispar in Canada and the United States.
• CFIA Directive D-95-03 Asian Gypsy Moth (Lymantria Dispar L.) - Plant Protection Policy for Marine Vessels.
• CFIA Directive D-01-04 Plant protection import and domestic movement requirements for barberry (Berberis, Mahoberberis and Mahonia spp.) under the Canadian Barberry Certification Program.
• Hazardous Products (Kettles) Regulations - This amendment lowers the maximum leachable lead level.
• CITT Appeal No. AP-2009-010 Classification of certain fusion machines and whether they are entitled to the benefits of the United States Tariff treatment.
• U.S. CBP CSMS# 10-000070 - EPA Makes Chemical Information More Accessible to Public. For the first time, TSCA chemical inventory free of charge online
• U.S. CBP CSMS# 10-000074 - FDA Final Rule Implementation. The FDA Prior Notice Final Rule changes will be implemented the morning of March 17, 2010.
• U.S. CBP - Courtesy Notice of Liquidation. CBP to stop sending notices by mail.
• USDA - Lacey Act: Phase IV of enforcement to begin on April 1 - Declaration requirement for goods of, or containing, plants or plant products.

Drop in imports widens Canada's trade surplus. Imports declined 1.7% and Canada posted a trade surplus of $799 million in January. More...

Tabling of legislation to implement Free Trade Agreement with Colombia. Agreement will eliminate tariffs, in some cases immediately and in others over a few years. More...

List of departments and agencies that regulate imports into Canada. Many commonly imported goods may require permits/certificates from various departments or agencies. More...

Tariff elimination on manufacturing inputs, machinery and equipment. The Canadian Government eliminates remaining tariffs on many manufacturing inputs, machinery and equipment. More...

Technical documents: Government memorandums, notices and decisions

• Tariff Notice TN-49 Certain amendments to the Customs Tariff announced in the Budget.
• Tariff Amendments T2010-2.
• CBSA - Goods subject to anti-dumping or countervailing duties. Measures in Force.
• Customs Notice CN10-003 Proposed Regulatory Change in Support of the NEXUS and CANPASS Programs and the Alternative Presentation of Persons Under the Customs Act.
• CBSA - SIMA - Certain oil country tubular goods from China - Statement of Reasons.
• CFIA: New regulated countries - Importation of fresh tomatoes from countries infested by the tomato leaf miner (Tuta absoluta).
• CFIA Information for food manufacturers - recall of hydrolysed vegetable protein (HVP) by Basic Flavors Inc., Las Vegas, Nevada
• CFIA Directive D-06-04 Seed Potato Quality Management Program (SPQMP).
• CFIA Directive D-97-07 Phytosanitary Requirements for the Importation from the United States and Domestic Movement of Elm Material (Ulmus spp. and Zelkova spp.) to Prevent the Introduction and Spread of Dutch Elm Disease Ophiostoma ulmi (Buisman) Nannf. and Ophiostoma novo-ulmi (Brasier) within Canada.
• CFIA Directive D-94-25 Plant protection import requirements for ginseng (Panax spp.).
• CFIA Reminder of changes to import notification requirements.
• CFIA Remider: Contagious equine metritis imports requirements remain in effect.
• CFIA Veterinary Biologics Memorandum 2010-02 Renewal of veterinary biologics establishment licences, product licences and import permits.
• CITT Inquiry No. NQ-2009-003 Hot-rolled carbon steel plate and high-strength low-alloy steel plate from Ukraine. Reasons.
• U.S. CBP new/updated informed compliance publications:
  - Classification and Marking of Pipe Fittings Under Heading 7307.
  - Cutlery of Headings 8211 Through 8215 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States
• USDA finalizes inspection and user fee requirements for Canada. (News release)
• U.S. Census Bureau - Schedule B Search Updated. Export commodity codes.

Upcoming changes to the Administrative Monetary Penalty System. Changes to the penalty amounts and structures, elimination of most penalties based on the value for duty. More...

IATA's January statistics show further improvement in air transport demand. The strongest upturns are in markets where the economic recovery has been strongest. More...

Canada reaches air transport agreements with Tunisia and Ethiopia. The agreements will provide flexibility for airlines to operate flights, set rates. More...

Company fined for export of hazardous waste without a permit. The case is a reminder to all traders of the importance and complexity of compliance. More...

Technical documents: Government memorandums, notices and decisions

• Customs Notice CN10-002 Key Changes to the Administrative Monetary Penalty System (AMPS) Regime as a Result of the AMPS Fundamental Review.
• DFAIT - EICB 2010 Turkey Quota Holders' List.
• CFIA Aquatic Animal Health Export Policy Framework.
• CFIA - New requirements for tomatoes entering Canada from countries infested with tomato leafminer.
• CFIA Risk Management Document RMD-10-26 Pest Risk Management Document - Tuta absoluta (tomato leaf miner moth; South American tomato moth)
• CFIA Directive D-10-01 General Import Requirements for Fresh Peppers and Tomatoes from the World.
• CFIA Directive D-01-04 Plant protection import and domestic movement requirements for barberry (Berberis, Mahoberberis and Mahonia spp.) under the Canadian Barberry Certification Program.
• CFIA Directive D-07-05 Phytosanitary requirements to prevent the introduction and spread of the hemlock woolly adelgid (Adelges tsugae Annand) from the United States and within Canada.
• Proposed Order Amending Schedule I to the Hazardous Products Act (Surface Coating Materials). (Health Canada)
• Health Canada recommends stricter safety standards for playpen accessories.
• CITT Interim Review No. RD-2009-004 Certain Fasteners. Tribunal will not conduct an interim review concerning certain drywall screws.
• U.S. CBP Notice To Carriers of Bonded Merchandise.
• U.S. CBP new/updated informed compliance publications:
  - Ball Bearings
  - Base Metal Mountings and Fittings
  - Button, Snap Fasteners, Slide Fasteners and Similar Articles
  - Diodes, Transistors & Similar Semiconductor Devices
  - Household Articles of Base Metal
  - Internal Combustion Piston Engines
  - Locks of Base Metal
  - Personal Digital Assistants (PDAs) and Electronic Organizers
  - Turbojets, Turbopropellers and Other Gas Turbines, (HTSUS 8411) and Parts Thereof

CBSA determines dumping and subsidizing of oil country tubular goods from China. Provisional duties will continue to apply until Trade Tribunal rules on injury to the domestic industry. More...

Re-investigation of values of bicycles from Taiwan & China. The re-investigation may result in changes to the rates of anti-dumping duties payable on the subject goods. More...

EU in free trade negotiations with six Latin American countries. Negotiations for an FTA with Peru and Colombia could be finalized in the next few days. More...

International navies coordinate to effectively deter Somali pirates. The rate of successful attacks in the Gulf of Aden has fallen to nearly zero since the summer of 2009. More...

Technical documents: Government memorandums, notices and decisions

• CBSA - SIMA - Certain waterproof footwear and bottoms made of plastic or rubber from China. Normal values and export prices.
• CBSA - SIMA - Certain oil country tubular goods from China - Notice of Final Determination.
• CBSA - SIMA - Bicycles from Chinese Taipei and China - Notice of Re-investigationof the normal values and export prices.
• CBSA - Goods subject to anti-dumping or countervailing duties. Measures in Force.
• CBSA Advance Rulings for Tariff Classification - new/updated rulings:
  - 3,3',4,4'-Benzophenone tetracarboxylic dianhydride;
  - Cake, lemon; Charm, cell phone; Cookies, chocolate chip, wheat-free;
  - Cutter, pizza; Document sleeve, plastic;
  - Polyvinylpyrrolidone, Poly(vinyl pyrrolidone); Shrimp dip, frozen;
  - Stabilizing leg, hydraulic; Wallet, oilskin.
• Softwood Lumber Products Export Charge Notice SWLN21 Surge Charge- - Alberta Region (January 2010).
• DFAIT - EICB 2010 Quota holders lists: Yogurt - Ice Cream - Products of Natural Milk Constituents - Cheese - Eggs and Egg Products.
• DFAIT / EICB Imports: Textiles and clothing - NAFTA Tariff Preference Level Utilization.
• EICS Message 22/02/2009 - March 2010 Softwood Lumber Quotas Now Available.
• CFIA - Fertilizer-Pesticide Combination Products for Lawn and Turf Uses. Last sale for these products - December 31st, 2012.
• CFIA Procedure AHPD-DSAE-IE-2009-1-2 Requirements for Non-Human Primates Imported into Canada.
• CITT Interim Review No. RD-2009-003 Waterproof Footwear and Bottoms. Fishing waders.
• CITT Appeal No. AP-2008-015 Classification of drawer slides used in the manufacture of metal filing cabinets.
• U.S. CBP opening facility in Minnesota.
• U.S. Census Bureau Eliminating the Social Security Number (SSN) as an Identification Number in the Automated Export System (AES).
• U. S. Bureau of Industry and Security Export Compliance Guidelines.
• USDA Recently Revised Export Requirements & Plant Lists. Export Requirements for Canada.
• USDA withdraws proposal to increase the assessment rate of highbush blueberries.

Expiry review will decide if anti-dumping duties will remain on refined sugar. Customs must first determine whether the expiry of duties is likely to result in the resumption of dumping and subsidizing. More...

New requirements for importations of tomatoes from 20 countries. Shipments will have to be accompanied by a phytosanitary certificate and a declaration to avoid leafminer contamination. More...

Freight Carriers Association recommends 4.9% rate increase. Despite the trucking industry's cost cutting measures, labour and non-labour costs continue to rise. More...

Statistical information about the Administrative Monetary Penalty System. The Canada Border Services Agency publishes statistics on penalties issued in 2006, 2007 and 2008. More...

Technical documents: Government memorandums, notices and decisions

• CBSA - SIMA - Refined Sugar - Notice of Initiation of Expiry Review.
• Memorandum D17-1-8 Release Prior to Payment Privilege. Revised as a result of the Paper Burden Reduction Initiative.
• Memorandum D17-1-5 Registration, Accounting and Payment for Commercial Goods.
• CRA Form N15 Application for Refund/Deduction of Excise Taxes.
• Remission Order Vancouver Organizing Committee for the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games (GST/HST).
• Coming-into-force of Canada-U.S. Agreement Waiving Buy American.
• Notice to Importers Serial No. 763, February 17, 2010 Item 125.2 - Milk Protein Substances with a Milk Protein Content of 85% or More by Weight, Calculated on the Dry Matter, that do not Originate in a NAFTA Country, Chile, Costa Rica, or Israel.
• Notice to Importers Serial No. 762, February 12, 2010 Items 135 to 139: Eggs and Egg Products - Supplementary Imports.
• DFAIT / EICB Imports: Textiles and clothing - NAFTA Tariff Preference Level Utilization.
• Canada working on regulations implementing sanctions to Eritrea.
• CFIA New requirements for tomatoes originating from countries infested with tomato leafminer.
• CITT Expiry Review No. RR-2009-003 Refined sugar from the United States, Germany, the Netherlands, the United Kingdom (dumping), and the European Union (subsidizing).

Canada's trade deficit kept growing in December. Exports and imports both advanced in December, on the strength of automotive products. More...

Using the correct tariff classification: beyond duties and taxes. Data is also used for enforcement, to maintain trade statistics and negotiate trade agreements. More...

Canada and United States reach agreement on Buy American. Both countries have agreed to offer each other permanent market access at the sub-federal level. More...

Anti-counterfeiting trade agreement negotiations still going on. Participants reaffirmed their commitment to conclude the agreement by the end of 2010. More...

Technical documents: Government memorandums, notices and decisions

• CBSA offers expanded service for the 2010 Olympic Winter Games.
• CBSA System Outage Contingency Plan - Highway Mode.
• Memorandum D19-7-2 Requirements Concerning the Importation and Exportation of Ozone-Depleting Substances and Products.
• Memorandum D11-4-25 Customs Duty Payable on Woollen Fabrics Originating in Commonwealth Countries.
• CBSA Advance Rulings for Tariff Classification - new/updated rulings:
  - Bcl-2 inhibitor II; Caps, aluminum; Carrying case, laptop;
  - Cathepsin K inhibitor II; Cloths, makeup remover;
  - Cooler, wine, countertop refrigerating appliance; Costume, dress;
  - Disc player, Blu-ray; Fabric, drapery, polyester; Gear, drive, external;
  - Guanosine 3',5'-cyclic monophosphate, sodium salt;
  - Incubators, laboratory; Light emitting diodes; Pillows, pet; Pill pack;
  - Rack, drying; Sanding machine, wood;
  - Scrub brush, combined with soap pump;
  - Sealant, expansion joint, ceramic tile floors;
  - Selector button, digital camera part; Shutter unit, digital camera part;
  - Sodium percarbonate; Sodium stearyl fumarate; Sodium tolyltriazole;
  - Speakers, noise eliminating; Tarpaulins, polyethylene;
  - Temperature controller (thermostat); Toll-like receptor 7 ligand II;
  - Transcribing machine; Trousers, women's, cotton, denim.
• CRA - Excise Taxes and Special Levies: List of Vehicles and Associated Tax Rates for 2010.
• DFAIT / EICB Imports: Textiles and clothing - NAFTA Tariff Preference Level Utilization.
• CFIA: Proposed Regulations Amending Certain Regulations. Destination inspections.
• CITT Interim Review No. RD-2009-002 Copper Pipe Fittings.
• U.S. CBP CSMS# 10-000038 - Implementation of 10+2 (ISF and CUSRES) Programming.
• U.S. CBP expands hours at Lynden, Washington port of entry.
• U.S. FDA's PREDICT-New Import Safety Program to rank the risk hazards of food and drugs as they enter the country.

Stricter measures to apply to imported goods contaminated with soil. Goods arriving at the Canadian border contaminated with soil will be restricted to a CBSA-controlled environment. More...

Anti-dumping duty applies to certain steel plate from Ukraine. The Tribunal finds that the dumping is threatening injury to the Canadian industry. More...

Automated border clearance kiosks are now available at Vancouver Airport. The self-serve kiosks are quick and easy to use, and involve no registration process or fee. More...

Port of Vancouver's overall volume was down 11 per cent in 2009. On a positive note, decreases seen in the first half of 2009 later inched toward recovery. More...

Recession also hits Port of Montreal volumes. The volume of containerized cargo recorded a 15.4% decrease, to total just over 11.3 million tonnes. More...

Technical documents: Government memorandums, notices and decisions

• Memorandum D10-18-1 Tariff Rate Quotas.
• Memorandum D8-1-1 Amendments to Temporary Importation (Tariff Item no. 9993.00.00) Regulations.
• Customs Notice CN10-001 Strengthening of the Canada Border Services Agency's Procedure Respecting the Importation of Goods Contaminated With Soil.
• CBSA - Strengthened Processes for Goods Contaminated With Soil.
• CBSA - SIMA - Refined Sugar from the European Union - Amount of subsidy.
• CBSA Advance Rulings for Tariff Classification - new/updated rulings:
  - Basket, shopping, textile; Case, musical instrument, didgeridoo;
  - Chair, swivel; Clutch piston; Computer mouse cover;
  - Control top unit, digital camera; Diapers, baby, cotton, reusable;
  - Dog coat; Dryer, footwear; Fabric, chenille; Feminine hygiene kit;
  - Fixed tube unit, camera lens part; Generators, synchronous;
  - Light fixture housing, part; Magnetic sweeper;
  - Micronutrient preparation, copper; Ointment, topical; Planter, galvanized steel;
  - Touch-up kit, cabinetry; Tributoxyethyl phosphate ; Trypsin inhibitor, soybean;
  - Turbines, hydraulic; Vent, steel, hollow profile; Watering globe, glass;
  - Wedding cake topper figurines, porcelain.
• GST/HST Info Sheet GI-053 Ontario and British Columbia: Transition to the Harmonized Sales Tax - Freight Transportation Services
• GST/HST Info Sheet GI-056 Ontario and British Columbia: Transition to the Harmonized Sales Tax-Services
• Excise Duty Memorandum: EDM 2-2-4 Approved Financial Institutions and Acceptable Bonding Companies
• CRA Form E681 Excise Act 2001 Refund Claim on Exported Tobacco Products.
• EICB Bulletin: Correction Period for JANUARY Sof twood Lumber Permits.
• CFIA Meat Hygiene Directive: 2009-49, December 1, 2009. Chapter 17 - Annex E - Equine Information Document (EID)
• CITT Inquiry No. NQ-2009-003 Hot-rolled carbon steel plate and high-strength low-alloy steel plate from Ukraine. Tthreatening of injury to the domestic industry.
• CITT Expiry No. LE-2009-004 Certain waterproof footwear and bottoms from China. Notice of expiry and invitation to submit views.
• U.S. CBP Importer Security Filing "10+2" Program - Frequently Asked Questions - January 28, 2010
• U.S. CBP Form 447, NAFTA Motor Vehicle Averaging Election to verify eligibility for preferential tariff treatment under NAFTA.
• U.S. CBP CSMS# 10-000029 - HSU 1001: Changes to the 2010 Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
• USDA FSIS directive 9500.3 Label Verification Procedure of Imported Products (Feb 2, 2010). Food safety.
• U.S. Hazardous Materials Transportation; Registration and Fee Assessment Program.

Application of discounts to the value for duty. Memorandum explains the treatment of discounts in determining the transaction value. More...

Encouraging year-end improvements in international air traffic. December 2009 air freight demand showed a 24.4% improvement on December 2008. More...

Infrastructure enhancements at the port of Halifax. Project will allow South End terminal to simultaneously berth two full-sized post-Panamax vessels. More...

Large increase foreseen in Canadian grain exports in 2010. The Canadian Wheat Board is projecting the highest total exports in 10 years. More...

Technical documents: Government memorandums, notices and decisions

• Message from CBSA re: New Port Code - St. Stephen, NB.
• CBSA - SIMA - Polyisocyanurate Thermal Insulation Board - Statement of reasons.
• CBSA Advance Rulings for Tariff Classification - new/updated rulings:
  - O-ring, synthetic rubber; Sodium triphosphate;
  - Name plate, digital camera; Fabric, woven, polyester;
  - Adamantane-acetyl-(6-aminohexanoyl)3-(leucinyl)3-vinyl-(methyl)-sulfone.
• Notice to Importers Serial No, 761 Items 183 to 191 - Barley Products. TRQ will be filled on February 12, 2010.
• DFAIT / EICB Imports: Textiles and clothing - NAFTA Tariff Preference Level Utilization.
• CFIA Procedure AHPD-DSAE-IE-2007-11-5 Requirements for Small Ruminants Imported from the United States for Feeding and Subsequent Slaughter.
• CFIA Procedure AHPD-DSAE-IE-2008-6-2 Requirements for Farmed Cervids Imported from the United States to Canada.
• CFIA-AIRS Updates notifications. Interested parties can be advised by email every time an update is issued.
• CFIA Directive D-02-04 Phytosanitary Requirements for the Importation From the Continental United States and for Domestic Movement of Commodities Regulated for Blueberry Maggot.
• Proposed Extended Producer Responsibility Regulations - end-of-life ozone-depleting substances (ODSs) and their halocarbon alternatives.
• Competition Bureau - Textile articles labelled and advertised as bamboo.
• CITT Appeal No. AP-2008-031 Classification of "3 in 1 Creeper Seat with Tray".
• CITT Expiry Review No. RR-2009-001 Certain steel fasteners from China and Chinese Taipei. Statement of reasons.
• U.S. DHS Enhanced screening measures for cargo arriving at U.S. sea ports.
• U.S. CBP Trade Compliance Measurement (TCM) Program Overview.
• USDA - Phytosanitary Treatments; Location of and Process for Updating Treatment Schedules.
• USDA Recently Revised Export Requirements & Plant Lists. Export Requirements for Canada.

Second round of Canada-EU trade negotiations held in Belgium. Canada and the European Union had a successful first round of negotiations last October. More...

CFIA systems will start validating destination addresses for certain imports. Destination to be checked under the Fresh Fruit & Vegetable, Processed Products and Dairy & Honey Programs. More...

Vancouver's Deltaport new third berth officially opens. The project, which took two years to build, increases Deltaport's capacity by up to 50 per cent. More...

Global trade logistics improving according to World Bank report. Report notes positive trends in some areas essential to logistics performance and trade. More...

Technical documents: Government memorandums, notices and decisions

• Memorandum D19-10-3 Administration of the Export and Import Permits Act (Exportations).
• Memorandum D19-11-1 Canadian Economic Sanctions.
• Memorandum D1-16-3 Administrative Guidelines for the Provision to Others, Allowing Access to Others and Use of Advance Passenger Information (API) and Passenger Name Record (PNR) Data.
• CBSA - SIMA - Certain carbon steel plate from Ukraine - Notice of Final Determination. Statement of Reasons.
• CBSA Electronic Commerce Client Requirements Document (ECCRD) for Highway. eManifest.
• Softwood Lumber Products Export Charge Notice SWLN20 Surge Charge - Alberta Region (December 2009).
• EICS Message 21/12/2009 - February 2010 Softwood Lumber Quotas Now Available.
• Notice to exporters Serial No. 168 Softwood Lumber Exports to the United States: List of Allocation Holders for 2010.
• DFAIT / EICB Imports: Textiles and clothing - NAFTA Tariff Preference Level Utilization.
• CFIA Validation of Destination Address for Imports. Fresh Fruit & Vegetable, Processed Products and Dairy & Honey Programs.
• CFIA Forestry Phytosanitary Issues - Update Number 18: Revised import requirements for wood packaging material to Australia.
• CFIA Directive D-98-09 Comprehensive policy to control the spread of North American gypsy moth, Lymantria dispar in Canada and the United States.
• CFIA Procedure AHPD-DSAE-IE-2007-4-4 Requirements for Breeding Cattle Imported from the United States to Canada.
• WCO: Accepted amendments to the Harmonized System Nomenclature to enter into force on 1 January 2012.
• U.S. CBP informed compliance: Tractors (HTSUS 8701) vs. Heavy Industrial Machinery (HTSUS 8429 & 8430)

Canada returns to trade deficit in November as imports rise. Trade balance went from a surplus of $503 million in October to a deficit of $344 million in November. More...

CBSA's Marine Container Examination Program. What justifies the examination of a container and what are the responsibilities of each party? More...

CFIA issues a reminder about fish and seafood import licenses. Electronic Data Interchange systems will become stricter in matching fish import licences. More...

Inauguration of new St. Stephen border facility. New Brunswick facility will ease congestion and allow commercial and passenger vehicles to be processed more quickly. More...

Seaway concludes 50th Anniversary Season. Disappointing decrease in cargo volume is attributed to the depth of the recession. More...

Technical documents: Government memorandums, notices and decisions

• CBSA - Goods subject to anti-dumping or countervailing duties. Measures in Force.
• CBSA Brochure BSF5111 Marine Container Examination Program.
• GST/HST Memorandum 27-3 Foreign Convention and Tour Incentive Program - Rebate for Eligible Tour Packages and Accommodation.
• DFAIT Steel Import Controls - Industry steel classification - 2010. Harmonized System 10-digit Classification 2010.
• CFIA Directive D-97-04 Application, procedures, issuance and use of a Permit to Import under the Plant Protection Act.
• CFIA Industry Notice: The Validation of Fish Import Licenses Prior to the Import of a Fish Product.
• CFIA - Registration Guide: Specialty Fertilizers and Pre-Packaged Farm Fertilizers Containing a Pesticide.
• CITT Inquiry No. NQ-2009-005 Polyiso insulation board from the United States. Notice of commencement.
• WCO - Harmonized System Committee Decisions. Classification Rulings - Compendium - Explanatory Notes.
• USITC investigates possible modifications to the U.S. Generalized System of Preferences (GSP).
• U.S. DOT issues additional proposed rule on transportation of lithium batteries.
• USDA Correction - Vegetable Import Regulations; Modification of Potato Import Regulations.
• USDA FSIS Notice 01-10 Pasteurized Egg Products Imported in Bulk Containers from Canada.

Canada joins WTO panel on Chinese export restrictions. The panel was established at the request of the United States, the European Union and Mexico. More...

Tribunal continues anti-dumping and countervailing duties on certain fasteners. Expiry review cuts anti-dumping duty on stainless steel fasteners from Chinese Taipei. More...

Provisional duties now apply to polyisocyanurate thermal insulation board from the U.S. The Canada Border Services Agency issues a preliminary determination of dumping. More...

IATA November numbers show continued air transport improvement. Passenger demand was up by 2.1% while freight demand recorded a 9.5% improvement. More...

OOCL Belgium's captain wins Port of Montreal's Gold-headed cane. Port President observes that 2009 was a year marked by a global crisis for containers, but excellent for grain. More...

Technical documents: Government memorandums, notices and decisions

• CBSA - SIMA - Certain Oil Country Tubular Goods from China - Notice of Undertaking Proposal.
• CBSA - SIMA - Polyisocyanurate Thermal Insulation Board - Preliminary Determination. Provisional duty is payable.
• CBSA - SIMA - Certain carbon steel plate from Ukraine - Notice of Final Determination.
• CBSA - SIMA - Whole Potatoes from the U.S. for use or consumption in the province of British Columbia - Expiry Review.
• EICB Bulletin: Correction Period for December Softwood Lumber Permits ends Monday 11 January 2010.
• EICS Bulletin - 05 JAN 2010 - Tariff Preference Level (TPL) Textiles and Clothing 2010 Allocations.
• CFIA - New AIRS Verification Service (AVS). Process of updating/maintaining coding from the Automated Import Reference System.
• CFIA Notice to all Registered Meat Inspection Establishments.
• CFIA Meat Hygiene Directive MHD 2009-50 Chapter 7 - section 7.12 (1) (Labelling of shipping containers)
• CITT Expiry Review No. RR-2009-001 Certain steel fasteners from China and Chinese Taipei.
• CITT Expiry Review No. RR-2009-002 Certain whole potatoes imported from the United States for use or consumption in British Columbia.
• U.S. Census Bureau 2010 Schedule B codes (for exports).
• USITC releases reports on possible modifications to NAFTA rules of origin. Certain textile articles.
• U.S. CBP Bond Program - Centralization of the continuous bond program.

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