The Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP)
The CPTPP, formerly known as the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP), helps to facilitate a variety of opportunities for Canadian importers and exporters. Signed in 2018, the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) will soon expand to include the United Kingdom, expanding the reach of.
The value of a good customs broker
Successfully navigating through government regulations, compliance requirements, and international trade trends is a top priority for importers. A customs broker serves as a vital source of trade knowledge, providing a high-value service for companies looking to stay ahead of the curve.
When Customs seeks verification, do you know how to respond
Companies shipping items across the Canada-U.S. border will eventually face a Customs audit (Verification). If the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) discovers that you haven’t complied with import regulations, they can apply financial penalties and recommend actions that ensure compliance.
Top 10 Blog Posts of 2023 - Canada Customs, CARM and freight costs
As we approach the close of another year, we've curated a selection of our top ten most popular and informative blog posts of 2023, including topics such as Canada Customs processes, the upcoming rollout of the CBSA Assessment and Revenue Management (CARM) initiative and minding the everchanging freight costs in our.
Reduce your duty via these Canadian trade incentive programs
Canada’s many trade incentive programs are designed to encourage Canadian companies and keep them competitive by offering relief from duties under certain circumstances. Let’s take a look at some of these opportunities.
Case study: out-of-the-box thinking leads to duty recovery
When it comes to customs compliance, there is no shortage of opportunities to overpay on duty, delay the release of your goods or receive a surprise verification request. This is why partnering with a quality team who knows customs like the back of their hands is essential. Here’s one story out of thousands.
Anti-dumping and countervailing: understanding the CBSA complaint process
Last month, the Special import Measures Act (SIMA) handbook was updated and in light of this we are sharing a refresher on what SIMA is, along with a deep dive into the process of filing a complaint.
Single Window Initiative (SWI) - Survival Guide for Kimberley Process (Rough Diamonds)
The new SWI landscape The Single Window Initiative means several changes for importers:
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Single Window Initiative (SWI) - Survival Guide for Radiation Emitting Devices
The new SWI landscape The Single Window Initiative means several changes for importers:
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