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CBP Refunds Not Offered During Government Shutdown

CBP confirmed on Oct. 6 that it cannot issue refunds or Treasury-related payments during the current government shutdown (“funding hiatus”). This includes drawback claims, approved protests, and post-summary corrections, due to …



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What you need to know – Agricultural Use Provisions

Generally, the goods covered by headings 9817.00.50 and 9817.00.60, HTSUS are articles which are used for agricultural purposes, but which are not already classified under a duty-free agricultural provision. These …



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International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) Tariffs remain in effect until at least October 15, 2025

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Section 232 Tariffs on Steel and Aluminum Frequently Asked Questions

Are section 232 duties due on imported goods subject to a Free Trade Agreement? Are products entered under the Section 321 de minimis exemption subject to Section 232 duties? Click …



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Adjusting imports of timber, lumber, and their derivative products into the United States

“Wood products are being imported into the United States in such quantities and under such circumstances as to threaten to impair the national security of the United States.” Proclamations – …



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Consulting Canadians on the operation of the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA)

The following is providd by Global Affars Canada (GAC). As found in the Canada Gazette, Part I, Volume 159, Number 38, September 20, 2025, the second phase  of CUSMA consultations …



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Canada announces implementation of UN sanctions against Iran over nuclear proliferation activities

The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, announced amendments to the Regulations Implementing the United Nations Resolutions on Iran (UN Iran Regulations), reimposing previously terminated United Nations Security Council …



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Anti-Dumping Duties

Tribunal Continues Order—Aluminum Extrusions from China On October 1, 2025, the Canadian International Trade Tribunal continued, with amendment, its order made on January 13, 2020, in expiry review RR‑2018‑008, concerning the dumping …



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U.S. Government Shutdown – Trade Impacts

A U.S. government shutdown began at 12:01 a.m. on October 1st, after annual funding for the U.S. Federal Government expired at midnight on September 30. We expect that U.S. Customs …



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Notice of Request for Public Comments on Section 232 National Security Investigation of Imports of Personal Protective Equipment, Medical Consumables, and Medical Equipment, Including Devices

Interested parties are invited to submit written comments, data, analyses, or other information pertinent to the investigation to the Department of Commerce’s (Department) Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS), Office …



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Notice of conclusion of expiry review investigation: Hot-rolled carbon steel plate 6

Effective September 18, 2025, anti-dumping duty will no longer be levied on importations of the subject goods (hot rolled carbon steel plate) originating in or exported from Ukraine. Notice of …



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Canada launches public consultations on the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement

The following is provided by Global Affairs Canada (GAC). The Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) is a landmark agreement that facilitates free trade across North America, supporting opportunities for Canadian workers, …



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Prime Minister Carney announces new trade agreement with Indonesia – Canada’s first-ever bilateral trade agreement with an ASEAN country

The global trade landscape is rapidly changing as the United States fundamentally transforms all of its trading relationships. In this new era, our partners will no longer rely only on …



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Temporary import requirements for romaine lettuce from the United States

The following is provided by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA). Temporary import requirements for romaine lettuce from the United States  Requirements begin on September 25, 2025 To decrease the …



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CARM Scheduled Maintenance

The following is provided by the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA). Due to system maintenance activities, the CARM Client Portal, CAD EDI, CAD API, Tariff, Duty & Taxes Calculator, and …



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