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CFIA Chronicle – Fall 2018

For the latest on CFIA initiatives, services, research and other news – check out the latest edition of The CFIA Chronicle. It includes the following articles: Message from the President …



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

The details of the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) have been posted in the Canada Gazette. CPTPP Rules of Origin for Casual Goods Regulations – Customs Tariff CPTPP Rules …



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U.S. Department of Commerce determines Shakes & Shingles Subject to ADD/CVD

In a recent ruling on the scope of the anti-dumping and countervailing duty orders (A-122-857/ C-122-858) covering softwood lumber, the U.S. Department of Commerce has determined that cedar shakes and …



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APHIS to begin sending ‘Letters of Non-Compliance’ for Lacey Act Declaration Errors

The US Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) will begin notifying importers and customs brokers when Lacey Act declarations are submitted containing errors.  This will begin October 1st, 2018. …



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FDA Offers Webinar to Help Food Facilities with the 2018 Biennial Registration Renewal Period

This week, the FDA sent an email to all stakeholders announcing a webinar that will be held on October 25, 2018 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM Eastern.  This webinar …



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CORRECTION of the ‘Coming into Force’ date for Amendment 14 to the Energy Efficiency Regulations

This is to inform you of a correction of the ‘Coming into Force’ date of Amendment 14 to Canada’s Energy Efficiency Regulations which was published in the Canada Gazette, Part …



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Anti-Dumping Duties

The following information is now available on the Canada Border Services Agency website. Liquid Dielectric Transformers – Notice of Initiation of Normal Value and Export Price Review Cold-Rolled Steel – …



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One month until your food business may need a licence – Safe Food for Canadians Regulations (SFCR)

In one month, many businesses will require a licence when the Safe Food for Canadians Regulations (SFCR) come into force.  Find out if your business will need a licence or …



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Coming into force of the Safe Food for Canadians Regulations (SFCR) and SFCR import licence

The Government of Canada’s new Safe Food for Canadians Regulations (SFCR) are coming into force on January 15, 2019 and will require that food imported into Canada meets the same …



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SIM Program: Entry Filings for Shrimp and Abalone Products

Seafood import Monitoring Program (SIMP) establishes permitting, reporting, and record-keeping requirements for imports of certain seafood products.  On December 31, 2018, it will be mandatory for shrimp and abalone products …



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US Customs Issues Guidance on US Goods Returning Duty-Free

US Customs issued CSMS message 17-000046 clarifying the documentation requirements for the claim of US Goods Returning under tariff code 9801.00.10. At the heart of the changes, 9801.00.10 will apply …



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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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Steel permit application must be submitted prior to release

Notice to Importers No. 911 – Clarification Although paragraph 4.2.4 of Notice to Importers No. 911 states that: For a shipment to be free of the surtax, the importer must …



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Anti-Dumping Duties

Corrosion-Resistant Steel Sheet - Statement of Reasons The Canada Border Services Agency made a preliminary determination on October 24, 2018 respecting the dumping of certain corrosion-resistant steel sheet from China, the …



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China 301 Tariffs: Customs Enforcement Expected Soon

U.S. Customs announced recently that their Office of Regulatory Audit has added sixty (60) new auditors to the staff that will have a focus on enforcing the China 301 tariffs.  …



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