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Importation and Exportation of Cannabis, Controlled Substances and Precursors

D19-9-2, Importation and Exportation of Cannabis, Controlled Substances and Precursors The Cannabis Act and its regulations (not pertaining to police enforcement) are administered by Health Canada, and establish a legislative …



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Wheat Products Tariff Rate Quota (TRQ)

Please be advised that the wheat products tariff rate quota (TRQ) will be filled on October 19, 2018. Consequently, October 19, 2018 (at 11:59 pm local time) will be the …



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CN 18-18, Amendment 14 to the Energy Efficiency Regulations

The purpose of this notice is to advise the trading community that Amendment 14 to the Energy Efficiency Regulations is anticipated to be published in Canada Gazette Part II in …



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Anti-Dumping Duties

Carbon Steel Welded Pipe - Notice of Preliminary Determination On October 18, 2018, the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) made a preliminary determination of dumping with respect of certain carbon steel …



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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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SIMP Program: Entry Filings for Shrimp and Abalone Products

SIMP establishes permitting, reporting, and recordkeeping requirements for imports of certain seafood products. On December 31, 2018, it will be mandatory for shrimp and abalone products entering the U.S. to …



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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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IMPORTANT!! – Provisional Safeguards on Certain Steel Imports

Effective October 25 2018, import permits and quota restrictions will apply to the import of certain steel goods except for the exclusions listed below: – The Order does not apply …



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List of Goods Subject to Remission of Countermeasures

Customs Notice 18-16 – United States Surtax Remission Order This notice provides information on the introduction and application of the United States Surtax Remission Order, 2018-1272, which is intended to …



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Three months until your food business may need a licence

In three months, many businesses will require a licence when the Safe Food for Canadians Regulations (SFCR) come into force. In order to apply for a SFCR licence, businesses will …



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Import of Certain Steel Goods Inquiry (Threat to Canadian producers)

The Canadian International Trade Tribunal (CITT) has been directed to inquire into and report on the importation of the following seven classes of goods: (1) energy tubular; (2) heavy plate; …



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United States Surtax Remission Order

CN 18-16, United States Surtax Remission Order The complete notice is available on the Canada Border Services Agency website. This notice provides information on obtaining refunds of surtax, paid on certain …



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Canada Is Imposing Emergency Steel Safeguards on 7 Steel Products and Conducting an Injury Inquiry

Provisional Safeguard Measures Imposed on the Importation of Certain Steel Goods The Government of Canada is imposing provisional safeguards on imports of seven products: heavy plate, concrete reinforcing bar (rebar), …



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REMINDER: USDA Import Permits

As a reminder, please remember to send the import permits with your drivers. Produce from origins other than Canada will often require an import permit.  This USDA permit is required …



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Trade Show Season: Know Before You Go!

Trade Show Season: Know Before You Go! This is the time of year when companies are preparing to be an exhibitor at a trade show in the United States.  So, …



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