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Flowers, Wine And Diamonds, Oh My | Valentines At Customs

It is once again February, love is in the air, and with it, a sudden influx of flowers, chocolate, and jewelry all arriving at Canadian ports of entry. It’s not uncommon for importers to import special stock or even corporate gifts this time of year, but there are a few things you should know before you get too caught up in the spontaneity of the season, namely, the fact that importing food and flowers is not always a simple task.

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What You Need to Know About Electronic CBP ACH Refunds

A major change is underway at Customs and Border Protection (CBP), and it could have a significant effect on your business. By the time of publication, CBP will have stopped issuing paper cheques, and importers will now receive CBP refunds electronically using the CBP Automated Clearing House (ACH). For most, this will likely be a simplification of the process, and one with less opportunity for human error.

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What You Need to Know About ISF Filing for US Imports and Canadian Cargo

Importer Security Filing (ISF) is one of those subjects in international trade that often takes importers by surprise. It seems simple and straightforward, and it is, but it has caught more than a few Canadian importers off guard in the past. On a fundamental level, an ISF filing is simply a Customs and Border Protection (CBP) requirement for ocean shipments. It consists of the details on what goods you have on board a ship, submitted before it ever hits the water. However, it is the who and the how of this process that can be tricky to grasp at first blush, especially when you are looking at what’s involved with ISF for international and Canadian importers.

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How Your International Trade Can Survive (and Thrive) in 2026

2025 was a stressful and tumultuous period for virtually every business in North America. Whether it was new trade regulations or the stricter focus on enforcement at Customs, no one can deny that this year has been a serious brake check for businesses of all sizes and shapes.

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Coming Up in 2026 at the PCB Learning Center

PCB’s Learning Center stands apart as one of our best free service offerings - providing crucial information about international trade directly from the industry leaders who know it best. The first step is always knowledge, and the Learning Center is here to help give you the tools you need to succeed.

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Our Top 10 Blogs for 2025

No matter what your feelings are on the year 2025, when it comes to trade, it was eventful. It was a year that saw many new regulations, laws, and establishments of new norms, while old ones were overturned on both sides of the border. More than ever, importers of all stripes were tested on how adaptable their businesses could be in the face of mounting regulations and a brand-new, high-duty environment both in Canada and in the US.

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How To Import For A Trade Show In The US Or Canada

Preparing for and attending trade shows can be one of the most complicated things a business can contend with. There’s nothing quite like showing off your goods to excited audiences around the world, but what do you need to get your goods where they need to go? Is there a trade show import timeline for US and Canada shows? Is the process more involved when you import for a trade show? Is there less? These are all common questions, and the answer, like everything else in the world of international trade, is more complicated than you might imagine.

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Estimated vs. Actual Duty Costs: CBP Liquidation Explained

For new importers, or just importers who are new to importing into the US, the concept of an ‘estimated duty’ on a customs broker’s invoice for duty can sometimes be a bit of a challenge to understand.

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