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Canadian Trade and Trump 2.0: Preparing for Renewed Challenges
With a Trump 2.0 incoming administration, Canadian businesses face renewed trade uncertainties, including tariffs, “Buy American” policies, and USMCA renegotiations. Learn all the details that may affect your trade operations, along with how we can minimize risks and optimize your cross-border trade.
New CBP Cargo Descriptions Rules In Effect
CBP's new directive mandates precise cargo descriptions in ACAS/manifest filings to ensure shipment compliance, prevent delays, and enhance risk assessment for goods entering or transiting the U.S., effective November 12, 2024. Details here.
Strikes Shut Down B.C. and Montreal Ports – Updated
Amid stalled labor talks at BC and Quebec ports, Labour Minister Steve McKinnon has mandated operations resume, with binding arbitration and extended agreements in place. Details here.
New Requirement for U.S. Live Poultry and Bird Imports into Canada
Starting December 4, 2024, all shipments of live poultry and birds (including hatching eggs and pet birds) from the USA must present a Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) control zone routing addendum. Details here.
DHS Adds 4 More Companies to the Forced Labor List (UFLPA)
The latest UFLPA Entity List update includes four textile companies. Explore the full article for insights on the scope, impact, and specifics of the newly targeted companies.
AD & CV Will Not Be Issued on Extruded Aluminum Imports
The USITC has determined that aluminum extrusions imported from 14 countries, do not materially harm U.S. industry, despite previous findings of unfair pricing and subsidies. Details here.
Postponed: Country of Melt and Pour Reporting Requirement on Steel
CBSA has postponed the second phase of the Steel Import Monitoring Program implementation (set for November 5th, 2024) requiring steel importers to report “Country of Melt and Pour (COM)”. Detail here.
Reminder: Lacey Act Declaration Required Dec. 1, 2024
APHIS announced the schedule of the next phase of Lacey Act declaration implementation. Phase VII will include a wide variety of materials and plant products, such as furniture, cork, and some essential oils that have not yet required a declaration. Details here.
Two More Entities Added to Forced Labor List; CBP Updates Website
The DHS has updated their UFLPA Entity List, adding two new entities and making a technical correction. These changes reinforce efforts to block imports made with forced labor from entering the U.S. Meanwhile, CBP has revamped its Forced Labor website to offer better resources, statistics, and streamlined navigation for users. Details here.
AD/CV Duty Investigations Initiated on Steel and Molded Fiber
Commerce and USITC have initiated new antidumping and countervailing duty investigations on imports of corrosion-resistant steel and thermoformed molded fiber products, assessing potential unfair pricing and subsidies from multiple countries. Find out which countries/products are affected, their HTSUS, and dumping margins.
Canada’s Steel and Aluminum Surtax
As reminder that starting October 22, 2024, a 25% surtax on Chinese steel and aluminum imports takes effect. Find out what products are affected on the final list and how our team can help importers/manufacturers recover these duties.
Section 301 Duties Exclusion on Machinery – Submit Your Request
The USTR has opened a portal for exclusion requests on specific machinery classified under 312 HTSUS subheadings from Section 301 tariffs on Chinese imports, with submissions accepted until March 31, 2025. Details here.
Requirements for Canadian Egg Imports into the U.S. Updated
USDA APHIS has updated their requirements for exporting Canadian food products containing egg ingredients to the U.S.. Find out all the details here.
Country of Melt and Pour Reporting – Starts Nov. 5
A reminder that starting November 5th, 2024, steel importers will be required to report “Country of Melt and Pour (COM)” information to the CBSA when completing their customs declarations. Find out more here.
Canada Updates Meat Return (Import) Policy
The CFIA has updated its policy on the return of exported meat products to Canada, incorporating new procedures and a new application form (CFIAA 5980) in compliance with the SFCR). Details here.
CBSA Issues Notice on China Surtax Order (2024)
Find out all the details on Canada's China Surtax Order (2024), its application to Chinese-made electric vehicles, surtax rates, exemptions, warehouse goods regulations, and guidance on duties relief and proof of origin requirements for importers.
Strike Shuts Down Eastern U.S. and Gulf Ports
Shippers face disruptions as dockworkers strike at East and Gulf Coast ports, causing widespread delays and increased costs—read more for details on how this may affect your supply chain.
Marking Compliance on Prescription Medication for Retail Sale
Learn about U.S. country of origin marking requirements for imported prescription medications, including key exemptions and compliance guidelines for importers and retailers.
25,000 U.S. Dockworkers Could Strike Oct. 1
Shippers face potential disruptions as a dockworker strike at East and Gulf Coast ports looms on October 1, potentially causing widespread delays and increased costs. Experts estimate the strike could cost the U.S. economy $5 billion per day. Details here.
Comment Period Open for Tariffs on Certain Imports from China
USTR invites public comments on proposed Section 301 tariff increases targeting China's trade practices in technology transfer and innovation, focusing on key materials like tungsten and silicon, with submissions open until October 22, 2024.
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