This Notice was updated March 19, 2026.
The Order provides relief for goods that are listed in column 2 of Schedule I and column 3 of schedule II.
Relief is case sensitive and the goods being imported must meet the product definitions as set out in the Order.
Schedule I provides broad relief, while Schedule II is importer specific and time sensitive.
Use of special appropriate authorization codes is subject to those conditions as outlined in paragraphs 7 through 19 of the Notice. The authorization code must be referenced on the Custom Accounting Document (CAD) at the time of entry to avoid surtaxes.
It is recommended that the appropriate authorization code be indicated on the customs documents.
Requests for refund of surtaxes paid must be made within the prescribed time limits and reference the appropriate authorization code.
Customs Notice 25-05: China Surtax Remission Order
China Surtax Remission Order (2024): SOR/2025-12
Customs Notice 24-36: China Surtax Order (2024) – Steel and Aluminum
Questions or concerns can be directed to our Canadian regulatory team.