U.S. importers shipping goods by ocean must understand Importer Security Filing (ISF) requirements before cargo reaches the United States. Learn which shipments require ISF, the 10+2 data elements, filing deadlines, bond requirements, penalties for noncompliance, and special rules for bulk, break-bulk, FROB, IE, and T&E shipments.
Canada's Supply Chains Act requires certain entities to report on measures they take to address forced labour and child labour risks. Learn who must report, how financial thresholds apply, what reports must include, when they are due, how to submit them, and how reporting differs from Canada's forced-labour import ban.
Importing goods into Canada requires more than customs documentation. Some products are prohibited, while others require permits, licences, certificates, or other approvals. Learn how Canadian import controls apply to food, firearms, vehicles, soil, firewood, forced-labor goods, and other regulated products, plus steps to verify requirements before shipping.
CUSMA gives Canadian small businesses access to preferential tariff treatment and a common framework for trade with the United States and Mexico. Learn about eight key benefits, certification requirements, customs procedures, and the 2026 Joint Review.
Canada's vaping excise duty applies to certain vaping products manufactured domestically or imported into the country. Learn about current duty rates, importer requirements, excise stamps, and additional vaping duty in specified provinces.
Importing a race car into the U.S. requires compliance with NHTSA, EPA, and CBP requirements based on the vehicle’s original manufacture and intended use. Learn how to determine permanent or temporary eligibility, obtain approvals, complete HS-7 and EPA forms, and prepare customs documentation.
When importing a car from Canada to the U.S., you must meet vehicle eligibility, NHTSA and EPA requirements, prepare customs documentation, and account for duties and fees. Learn about inspections, customs clearance, and state registration requirements to help ensure the vehicle meets U.S. import rules.
New importers need to understand U.S. customs requirements before shipping goods into the country. These five tips cover import requirements, documentation, customs bonds, CBP examinations, customs brokers, and other considerations to help businesses prepare for the import process.
Importing goods into Canada requires businesses to meet customs, tariff, tax, and other government requirements. Learn the eight key steps for importing commercial goods, including CARM registration, tariff classification, country of origin, value for duty, and customs accounting.
Importing goods into Canada can involve GST, HST, PST, customs duties, and other taxes. Learn how these taxes apply to commercial imports, who must pay GST at the border, how import taxes are calculated, when GST/HST registration is required, and how eligible businesses can recover GST/HST through Input Tax Credits.
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