China revised pet food export registration for Canadian establishments. CFIA now requires a new checklist and registration table for GACC submission. Chinese audits are removed, but CFIA inspections remain mandatory. Exporters must resubmit pending applications using updated documents before approval through the DAPQ system.
Canada expanded Russia sanctions under SOR/2026-61 by adding 100 vessels linked to the shadow fleet. The measure restricts services to oil and cargo ships involved in transporting sanctioned goods. It strengthens enforcement against sanctions evasion and aligns with G7 efforts to curb Russia’s energy-driven revenues.
Canada has expanded its Iran sanctions list, adding five individuals and four entities linked to military procurement networks. The measures target drone and missile supply chains and align with allied sanctions efforts. They aim to limit destabilizing activities while maintaining minimal impact on Canadian trade and business operations.
Canada extends the United States Surtax Remission Order (Motor Vehicles 2026), allowing limited relief from the 25% surtax for eligible importers. The order defines import periods, eligibility rules, and documentation requirements. CBSA oversees claims, enforcement, corrections, and compliance checks.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection announced 2026 tariff rate quotas for various products, including food, agricultural, brooms, apparel, and preferential goods. The quota period runs from January 1, 2026, to December 31, 2026, and quotas include specific limits and minimum access quantities for certain countries.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection introduced a web-based ACE Portal application for companies without existing access. The new form speeds up account setup, updates, and communication with CBP. Legacy PDF submissions remain available during the transition, supporting businesses needing multiple Importer of Record numbers or other special cases.
New U.S. Section 232 pharmaceutical tariffs introduce a 100% duty on patented drugs and APIs beginning in 2026, with tiered rates tied to onshoring and pricing agreements. While generics and specialty medicines remain exempt, companies can reduce tariffs to 0% through MFN pricing and domestic manufacturing commitments, signaling a major shift in global pharmaceutical supply chains and U.S. trade policy.
Canada’s January 2026 Export Control List Guide takes effect May 1, 2026, following a 30-day transition for NEXCOL users. The update aligns Canada’s export controls with international commitments and lets exporters review classifications, permit requirements, and internal compliance before the new guide takes effect.
Canada has updated poultry import rules after a highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) outbreak in Chile. Poultry, birds, and certain products from restricted zones are banned, while items from unaffected regions remain eligible. Importers should consult Canada’s official HPAI status list to ensure compliance.
Bill C-12 is now law in Canada, introducing updates to immigration processing, border enforcement, and agency coordination. The law expands export inspection powers, strengthens action against organized crime and illegal drugs, and improves data sharing. It also supports more efficient asylum processing.
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