CBSA Extends Administrative Review for Chinese Mattresses (MAT 2025 UP2)

2025-12-26T07:01:28+00:00December 26th, 2025|Canada Customs, Canada Imports, International Trade Issues, Trade Compliance|

CBSA has extended its administrative review of certain Chinese mattresses under MAT 2025 UP2. The revised schedule updates deadlines for record closure, case arguments, and reply submissions. The review now concludes on February 24, 2026, affecting key exporters including Sinohome, Dormeo, and Sinomax.

Canada FOP Nutrition Labelling Mandatory for Most Prepackaged Foods From Jan. 1, 2026

2025-12-26T06:55:57+00:00December 26th, 2025|Canada Customs, Canada Imports, International Trade Issues, Trade Compliance|

Canada will require front-of-package nutrition symbols on most prepackaged foods high in saturated fat, sugars, or sodium starting January 1, 2026. The rules define nutrient thresholds, exemptions, and symbol presentation, helping manufacturers and importers ensure compliance and avoid border or in-market issues.

CBP Provides Unstacking Tariff Chart

2025-12-18T23:16:34+00:00December 18th, 2025|International Trade Issues, U.S. Customs|

CBP has released the Unstacking Certain Tariffs Chart to help importers identify which Presidential Proclamations and Executive Orders may apply to their products and whether multiple tariffs could “stack.” The chart is informational only, and importers must review the official legal authorities and exercise reasonable care in declaring applicable HTSUS classifications.

U.S. Lowers Tariffs to 15% in Historic Trade Deal with Switzerland and Liechtenstein (Updated)

2025-12-17T23:43:28+00:00December 17th, 2025|International Trade Issues, U.S. Customs|

The U.S., Switzerland, and Liechtenstein have agreed on a trade framework with 15% tariffs to boost exports, investment, and U.S. jobs. Update: USTR’s Federal Register notice makes certain tariff reductions retroactive to 12:01 a.m. ET, November 14, 2025. CBP issued guidance on applying the modified rates under the trade framework.

Canada Seeks Input on New Trade Agreement Negotiations

2025-12-16T04:29:39+00:00December 16th, 2025|Canada Customs, Canada Imports, International Trade Issues, Trade Compliance|

Canada launched public consultations on four free trade agreement negotiations with India, the United Arab Emirates, Thailand, and Mercosur. The consultations support Canada’s export diversification strategy and invite businesses and stakeholders to shape negotiating priorities through submissions open until January 27, 2026.

USTR Seeks Public Input on USMCA Automotive Rules

2025-12-10T06:00:55+00:00December 10th, 2025|International Trade Issues, Trade Compliance, U.S. Customs, U.S. Tariffs, United States Imports|

The U.S. Trade Representative is requesting public comments on USMCA automotive rules to inform its third biennial review. Feedback will address compliance, regional value content, labor and material requirements, enforcement, and relevance to new technologies, including electric vehicles. Comments are due by January 7, 2026, via the USTR portal.

U.S. Confirms South Korea’s 15% Tariff Rate Retroactive to Nov. 14 (Nov. 1 for Autos)

2025-12-09T21:37:29+00:00December 9th, 2025|International Trade Issues, Trade Compliance, U.S. Customs, U.S. Tariffs|

The U.S. confirmed tariff changes on South Korean goods under the U.S.–Korea Strategic Trade and Investment Deal. Tariffs on automobiles and parts are retroactive to Nov. 1, 2025, while other goods take effect Nov. 14. Duties under 15% are capped at 15%, with higher rates unaffected. Update - Changes to Reciprocal Tariff HTS number for reporting 15% duty .

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