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CFIA – Update to the export certificates of the United Kingdom

Please note that the United Kingdom (UK) has amended its certificates for the export of food of animal origin intended for human consumption. The new model certificates do not represent …



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Notice to Industry – Update on the Pathogen Reduction Monitoring Program (PRMP) for raw poultry

Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has published Notice to Industry: Update on the Pathogen Reduction Monitoring Program (PRMP) for raw poultry published on the Food notices for industry on April …



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Customs Notice 24-17: CARM: Launch to External Clients Rescheduled to October 2024

On April 19, 2024, the CBSA issued a news release to provide an update on its plans for the launch of the CBSA Assessment and Revenue Management (CARM) system. The …



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Third CUSMA SME Dialogue – May 15th – May 16th

Please be advised that Canada will host the 3rd Annual CUSMA SME Dialogue in 2024. A commitment under the SME Chapter of the Canada-United States-Mexico-Agreement (CUSMA), the Dialogue aims to …



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CBP Finalizes New Rules for POAs

As of December 19th, 2022, a broker must execute a power of attorney (POA) directly with an importer of record (IOR), non-resident importer of record (NRIOR), or drawback claimant in …



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US Customs Commodity Specialist Webinar Schedule

The Customs and Border Protection (CBP) National Commodity Specialist Division (NCSD) has announced its webinar series for May. After the live event, this and other previously recorded webinars will be …



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CBP Publishes Informed Compliance Publication on Fresh Produce Valuation

U.S. Customs & Border Protection (CBP) issued an Informed Compliance Publication (ICP) on the proper valuation of fresh produce imported into the United States. This guidance covers the application of …



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CFIA – Guide for preparing and Export Control Plan

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has updated the Guide for preparing an export control plan. The content of the updated guidance is not significantly different from the original. Differences …



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CARM delayed until October 2024

On April 19, 2024, the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) provided an update on its plans for the launch of the CBSA Assessment and Revenue Management (CARM) digital initiative, which …



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Revised policy describing phytosanitary certification for export (D-99-06)

Following consultation and stakeholder input on Directive 99-06: Policy on the Issuance of Phytosanitary Certificates for Export and for Re-export, the directive was updated and revised to include procedural changes …



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Anti-Dumping Injury Inquiry – Pea Protein

The Canadian International Trade Tribunal initiated a preliminary injury inquiry to determine whether there is evidence that discloses a reasonable indication that the dumping and subsidizing of high protein content …



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Budget 2024 – Changes to Excise Duty Rates on Tobacco Products

The rates of excise duty on tobacco products are increasing effective April 17, 2024. The rate increase does not apply to the excise duty on raw leaf tobacco and to …



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CBSA – EDI Portal SCHEDULED Maintenance Unavailability

Saturday April 20, 2024 from 05:00 to 05:30 (ET) and Sunday April 21, 2024 from 05:00 to 05:30 (ET): eManifest Portal users will not be able to view or update …



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New Cosmetics Requirements – Effective July 1st, 2024

The Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act of 2022 (MoCRA) represents a significant expansion of FDA’s authority to regulate cosmetics to help ensure the safety of cosmetic products. This requirement is …



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US Customs Commodity Specialist Webinar Schedule

The Customs and Border Protection (CBP) National Commodity Specialist Division (NCSD) has announced its webinar series for May. After the live event, this and other previously recorded webinars will be …



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