CBSA Updates Guidance on Tariff Relief for U.S. Surtaxed Imports
Canada’s tariff remission orders provide a path for some Canadian importers to either receive an exemption at the time of import or apply for a refund of surtaxes already paid.
EU Tariffs Update: Trump Extends Deadline to July 9 as Trade Talks Continue
This extension offers U.S. importers the opportunity to assess how the proposed 50% EU tariffs may impact their businesses and allows them to make necessary adjustments before any new duties take effect.
Canada Bans Poultry Imports from Brazil Following Bird Flu Outbreak
The import ban is part of a broader international response to the HPAI outbreak in Brazil, with several countries taking similar actions to protect their domestic poultry industries.
Trump Recommends a 50% Tariff on EU Imports Starting June 1
This comes as discussions stall and the 90-day negotiation window nears its July 8 deadline. U.S. importers must now prepare for possible cost increases and supply chain adjustments across a wide range of EU-originating products.
CBSA Confirms End of RPP Transition Period, Enforces Financial Security Requirements
With the transition period officially over and financial security rules now in effect, importers should take immediate action to ensure compliance, avoid disruptions, and maintain access to RPP privileges.
CBP Issues Guidance on Tariff Stacking Under Executive Order 14289
With the introduction of a single-duty rule and refund options for overlapping tariffs that were paid, this policy provides stronger oversight, greater predictability, and improved cost control for U.S. importers.
Canada Post Labour Strike Looming, Potentially Disrupting National and Cross-Border Deliveries
With union negotiations at a standstill, Canadian businessescould face significant delivery delays and increased costs.
U.S. and China Reach Agreement on Temporary Tariff Reductions
The initial trade agreement temporarily reduces tariffs, suspends recent trade measures, and establishes a framework for ongoing discussions between the United States and China.
Canada Tightens Organic Import Certification Rules Starting May 26
Beyond documentation, CFIA is strengthening enforcement mechanisms against the use of false organic labels or expired certificates.
U.S. Ends De Minimis Tariff Exemptions for Imports from China and Hong Kong
This move aims to stop the entry of small parcel shipments into the country under relaxed enforcement thresholds, in an effort to combat the American synthetic opioid crisis.
