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Reminder: Importers of Manufactured Foods Require a Licence
The CFIA will activate the automatic verification of Safe Food for Canadians (SFC) licences for imports of manufactured foods on February 12, 2024. Food import transactions will be automatically rejected unless a valid SFC licence is declared. Details here.
Co-CEO’s Message: GHY Gives Thanks & Donates to Local Charities
Our Co-Chief Executive Officer's message to clients and associates. Read on here.
CARM Outreach Package & Webinars (2024)
An updated CARM outreach package is now available, that communicates what to do to register on the CARM Client Portal before May 2024. Access this, along with registration for upcoming CARM webinars in 2024 here.
Possible Increase in Tariffs for Importers as Section 301 Tariff Exclusions Expire on Jan. 1
Will your products be affected? As of January 1, 2024, importers of various goods from China may confront the possibility of increased tariffs, contingent on the expiration of numerous Section 301 tariff exclusions scheduled for December 31. Find out all the details here.
GHY International Appointment: Chris Bachinski Named Co-CEO
Rick Riess, Owner, Board Chair and Co-CEO of GHY International appoints Chris Bachinski from President to Co-CEO. Details here.
Canada Customs Latest SIMA Updates [Nov 29]
CBSA has expanded SIMA duties to include wind towers from China and maintained duties on copper pipe fittings from Vietnam. Importers, check for potential impacts on your goods and stay informed on compliance details here.
Forced Labour Key Findings from Legislative Consultations Shared
Key takeaways are now available from the full-day stakeholder engagement session concerning new supply chain due diligence legislation that is expected to be introduced by the Canadian government in 2024. Details here.
Canada Customs Latest SIMA Updates [Nov 21]
On November 18, 2023, CITT, in partnership with CBSA, initiated an expiry review of the Cold-rolled steel case currently in force. Find out if your products are affected.
Kuehne+Nagel Acquires Russell A. Farrow
Yet another family-owned customs brokerage has recently undergone acquisition. Kuehne+Nagel Group announced yesterday that the company is set to acquire Russell A. Farrow. Details here.
Canada Customs Latest SIMA Updates [Nov 16]
On November 9, 2023, the CBSA initiated a normal value review to establish normal values and export prices of goods subject to the Piling Pipe SIMA case. Find out if your products are affected.
FDA Delays Cosmetics Registration by 6 Months
The (FDA) announced a 6-month delay of the facility registration and product listing requirements under the Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act (MoCRA). Details here.
GHY Leads the Way – Becoming a Member of CIFFA
We mark a significant milestone for our organization, as we join forces with CIFFA, a forward-thinking association that not only listens to its members but also fervently advocates for their needs and concerns. Read up on our announcement here.
New Safety Rules for Handling Dangerous Goods in Canada
The Government of Canada recently announced the launch of new registration requirements and a new Client Identification Database to reduce risks associated with dangerous goods. Read up on the details, and find out if your goods are affected.
Webinar Recording: Canadian Ombudsperson for Responsible Enterprise (CORE)
The Canadian Ombudsperson for Responsible Enterprise (CORE), conducted a webinar this month to detail CORE’s purpose, mandate and in particular to provide details about its procedures for reviewing complaints and current cases. Watch it here.
AD/CV Duty Investigations Initiated on Extruded Aluminum Imports
The U.S. Department of Commerce officially initiated its less-than-fair-value and countervailing duty investigations on aluminum extrusions from 15 countries. Find out all the details, if your goods are affected, and how to submit your comments to Commerce, here.
New Automatic Licence Verification for Manufactured Food Imports
The CFIA will activate the automatic verification of Safe Food for Canadians (SFC) licences for imports of manufactured foods on February 12, 2024. Food import transactions will be automatically rejected unless a valid SFC licence is declared. Details here.
CARM Release 2 Playbook and User Guides are now available!
CARM Release 2 Playbook and Release 2 User Guides are now available on the CBSA's CARM Google drive. These documents will help you understand CARM Client Portal processes that will Go-Live at Release 2. Access them here.
Canada Customs Latest SIMA Updates [Oct 31]
On October 17, 2023, CITT, in partnership with CBSA, initiated an expiry review of the Sucker Rod SIMA case currently in force. Find out if your products are affected.
FDA Requires Registration of Cosmetic Products by December 2023
The FDA will require most cosmetics manufacturing and processing companies to register and list their products by December 29, 2023 to comply with MoCRA. Find out if your products are affected, and how to register here.
U.S. Withdraws Support for WTO E-Commerce Proposals
The U.S. announced its decision to withdraw support for proposals on data flows and source code currently being discussed in World Trade Organization (WTO) negotiations on e-commerce. Find out all the details here.
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