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Reminder: Public Consultations on the Government of Canada’s Administration of Steel Tariff-Rate Quotas

This is a reminder that, further to the Minister of Finance’s announcement on June 3, 2026, extending the tariff-rate quotas (TRQs) for certain steel products listed in Item 82 of …



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Section 338 Tariffs Remain a Risk as of August 19, 2026, Plan Ahead and Beat the Rush

Willson International reminds importers that the recently announced Section 338 tariffs on certain Canadian-origin goods remain scheduled to take effect at 12:01 a.m. EDT on August 19, 2026, unless delayed, …



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Cargo Systems Messaging Service (CSMS)

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) posts Cargo Systems Messaging Service (CSMS) updates on its website, providing important information on trade guidance, system updates, maintenance schedules, modifications, and other trade-related …



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FDA Import Alerts

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regularly updates its Import Alerts, which identify products, manufacturers, or importers that may be subject to Detention Without Physical Examination (DWPE). Trade and …



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ACE Portal Account

An ACE Portal account with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) provides importers with increased visibility into their U.S. import activity. Through the portal, account holders can easily monitor entry …



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Section 338 Tariffs Remain a Risk, Get Ahead of the August 19 Rush

Willson International reminds importers that the recently announced Section 338 tariffs on certain Canadian-origin goods remain scheduled to take effect at 12:01 a.m. EDT on August 19, 2026, unless delayed, …



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Aluminum Reporting Requirements for Shipment Clearance

Regulations to collect country of smelt and cast (CSC) information for aluminum products subject to the Aluminum Import Monitoring Program have been approved and published in the Canada Gazette, Part …



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Fall 2026 Import Requirements for Romaine Lettuce from the United States

Effective September 24, 2026, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) will renew the temporary conditions to Fresh Fruit and Vegetable import licences. These conditions apply to romaine lettuce products imported …



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Reminder: Public Consultations on Canada’s Administration of the Steel TRQs

This is a reminder that, further to the Minister of Finance’s announcement made on June 3, 2026, to extend the tariff-rate quotas (TRQs) for certain steel products listed in Item …



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Mandatory Declaration of Slaughter Establishment Numbers

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency’s (CFIA) National Import Service Centre (NISC) is advising industry stakeholders of a mandatory requirement to declare all slaughter establishment numbers exactly as indicated on the …



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Provisional Surtax on Certain Wood Cabinets and Vanities

Effective July 31, 2026, the Government of Canada has introduced a 25% provisional safeguard surtax on specific wood cabinet and vanity products. This measure is intended to address challenges facing …



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CBP Resources for Import Compliance

Staying informed is a key component of maintaining customs compliance. U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) offers a wealth of resources on its website, including guidance on import and export …



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Harmonized System Update: August 1

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has issued CSMS #69440938 announcing the August 1, 2026 Harmonized System Update (HSU). The update includes several tariff and regulatory reporting changes, including the …



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U.S. Proposes Expanding Section 232 Tariffs to 14 Additional Products

The U.S. Department of Commerce is seeking public comments on a proposal to add 14 derivative products to the scope of Section 232 duties on steel, aluminum, and copper imports. …



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ACE Portal: Prevent ACH Refund Issues

An Automated Commercial Environment (ACE) Portal account with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) provides importers with valuable visibility into their U.S. import activity. Through the portal, account holders can …



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