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Commonly Used Shipping Documents

What are they? Why are they needed in the import process? There are four main documents commonly used in the international shipping of cargo. What are they and why are they needed? It is one of the most important documents in the shipping industry. It is a contract of carriage between the carrier and the shipper.

What The New CARM Release Date Means For Canadian Importers

On August 14th, 2023, the Canada Border Services Agency announced that the import-altering aspects of CARM (CBSA’s Assessment and Revenue Management) Release 2 are now expected in May of 2024. Release 2 remains on schedule, releasing in October of 2023,

Merchandise Processing Fee 2023

So you have just cleared your first shipment into the US, and the prospects for increasing exports are high; your business plan is coming together! However, upon receipt of your first invoice from your US customs broker, you notice an additional charge that does not equal the original expenses you had expected.

Value For Duty 'Last Sale' Proposed Changes

In May 2023, Canada Border Services Agency published a proposed amendment to the value for duty regulations. The intent of their proposal is to remove, in CBSA’s view, the unfair advantage to Non-Resident Importers (NRIs) by basing Value for

Why Do I Need An IRS Number When Importing Into The US?

You have made your sale, shipped the goods to your US buyer, and the shipment is on its way to the border. Then, without warning, the goods are stopped at the port of entry, and the customs broker requests an IRS number.

How To Import A Dog From The US Into Canada

If you are importing a dog to Canada from the US, it’s important to understand the process. It is relatively simple if you ensure all the requirements are met before your pet arrives at the border, one that may or may not involve a customs broker.

CBSA 2023 Trade Verification List

The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) has released the verification priority list for July 2023. This post gives an overview of verifications, their importance to importers, trade compliance, and tips for importers to stay compliant.

6 Methods Of Determining Customs Valuation

Are you uncertain of how to properly declare the value of your goods when importing into Canada? You are not alone. Many importers are. This lack of clarity is partly due to the many rules and factors when determining the