Pineapple Imports Under Assessment by USDA
The USDA is currently considering the importation of fresh pineapple from Taiwan for consumption in the U.S. and its territories. Find out all the details here.
Transport Canada’s National Supply Chain Task Force – Have Your Say
Transport Canada has released their final report on the National Supply Chain Task Force which examines pressures affecting Canada’s supply chain operations. Find out all the details that you need to know and how to share your views on issues raised.
Customs Broker Regulations Finalized – Come into Effect Dec. 19
What are the final rules, and key changes issued by CBP to modernize the customs broker regulations? Find out here in addition to how they will affect the trade community from importers to freight forwarders and beyond.
FDA Proposes Updated Definition of ‘Healthy’ Claim on Food Packages – Have Your Say
The FDA has proposed updating the criteria for when foods can be labeled with the nutrient content claim “healthy” on their packaging. Find out all the details on this proposed rule, and how you can have your say by submitting your comments.
Advance Notice to EPA Required to Import 24 Chemicals
Importers and manufacturers will soon be required to notify the EPA before importing, manufacturing, or processing any of 24 chemical substances for an activity designated as a significant new use. Find out all important details on dates of implementation, notification requirements, chemical substances affected and much more here.
Winter Clothing Request for Ukrainian Military
NATO and the government of Ukraine have asked Canada and other NATO countries to supply winter supplies for the Ukrainian military. The request is of some urgency as the war in Ukraine will extend into the winter, and supplies have been depleted. Find out all the details that you need to know here.
Egg Product Imports from Lithuania Allowed into the U.S.
Importer of egg and/or egg products? Find out all the details on a recent announcement that Lithuania is now eligible to export egg products to the United States.
Action Required: Renewal of FDA Food Facility Registration Begins Oct. 1
On October 1, the FDA will open its portal where food facilities must renew their food facility registrations. All food facilities in your supply chains must submit a timely renewal - failure to do so will cause product to be denied entry into the U.S. Find out all the details here.
U.S. and Indo-Pacific Economic Framework Objectives Announced
Find out all the details on objectives, notably trade and supply chain that the U.S. and 13 Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity (IPEF) partner countries have announced.
New Certificate Query for eCert 2.0
Soon you will be able to easily obtain current status, quantity information, and entry summary usage details on Certificates/Licenses or Visas that have been filed in eCERT. Find out all the details that you need to know here.
