The Canadian Government Intervenes in Port Labour Disputes to Secure Trade Flow
Prolonged labour disputes are disrupting trade flow at Canada’s major seaports. The government’s intervention will ensure operations resume at the ports of Vancouver and Montreal.
CRA Updates Canada’s Excise Duty Framework for Vaping Products
The updates, effective January 1, 2025, will introduce new provincial duties, licensing requirements, and compliance protocols that will affect importers, manufacturers, and distributors.
Canadian Port Strikes Continue, Potentially Disrupting U.S. Trade
As negotiations continue, North American supply chains remain vulnerable to prolonged labour unrest at Canadian ports.
CBP Tightens Cargo Description Requirements for All U.S.-Bound and Transit Shipments
Shipments that use vague or incomplete descriptions will be automatically rejected. This will lead to delays and added administrative costs for importers.
Canada Announces Process for Requesting Surtax Remission on Goods from China
Future surtaxes may also be imposed on critical manufacturing sector products, for which the remission process would apply.
CBSA Announces New Duty Liability Rules for Importers of Record
The new rules aim to align Canada’s customs duty processes with best practices by clarifying responsibilities for all entities involved in the importation process.
China Surtax Order on Steel and Aluminum Goes into Effect
The China Surtax Order, first introduced on October 1 on electric vehicles, aims to address unfair competition from Chinese imports.
CBP Releases the October 2024 ACE Deployment Schedule
CBP’s regular updates to ACE demonstrate the agency’s commitment to modernizing trade operations, ensuring regulatory compliance, and simplifying customs processes for trade chain partners.
CBSA Exempts Non-Hazardous Rail Buffer Cars from ACI Requirements
As of October 4, buffer cars carrying non-hazardous materials like sand and rocks are exempt from ACI or eManifest cargo data requirements.
What’s Happening at North American Ports This October?
With delays, increased freight costs, and capacity constraints across global supply chains, importers must explore alternative strategies to minimize the impact on their businesses.
