PCB - Your Tariff and Trade Action Resource

When it comes to helping businesses manage tariffs and other international regulations, PCB Global Trade Management is more than just a Customs broker - we are your trusted trade resource. From helping businesses discover new ways to navigate the marketplace to identifying opportunities that can bring certainty to an uncertain trade environment, PCB is your first and last stop for industry expertise and an informed perspective designed to help you make the right decision to benefit your business during turbulent times.

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What We Can Do For You

We know that when you're contending with a high-duty environment, such as the one created by tariffs, you’re looking for solutions customized to your situation. That’s why when you work with PCB, you aren’t just getting an assigned Customs broker - you’re getting active support from a team member who knows your business inside and out. 

PCB offers bespoke, solution-based problem-solving coupled with in-house services that have provided options and certainty to importers of all shapes and sizes for over 70 years. When contending with the often complex world of international trade, having a team of experts building solutions that are unique to our clients’ needs can be a difference maker like no other. So when trade gets complicated, count on us to guide you in the right direction right away.

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PCB is counted among the key industry leaders in the world of international trade. We have been featured as tariff experts in the Wall Street Journal, Globe and Mail, MSN, CBC, and a host of other media outlets throughout Canada and the US, and we are regularly called on to lend our expertise on the breaking news of the day. Add to that our long list of clients, many stretching back years, and you can trust that we have our finger on the pulse of the international marketplace. When you need answers, PCB is the one with the answers.

Tariff FAQ

What is a tariff? What is a tariff rate?
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A tariff is a Customs duty/import tax imposed by a federal government upon goods imported into their national territory. Tariff rates come in three forms: specific (based on quantity), ad valorem (as a percentage of import value based on the value of the goods, using a specific valuation method), or a combination of both.

For an explanation of Canadian tariffs, we invite you to read our blog: The Most Crucial Aspect of Global Trade: HS Tariff Codes

From a US perspective, we invite you to read The History of US Tariffs.
Will a Tariff Affect my Goods?
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It depends. Since the beginning of the year, there have been many different tariffs introduced, some of them still in effect, some in effect with conditions, some of them paused, and some of them having already ended. The best way to know if your goods are affected by tariffs is by working with our team to find out.

Can You Help Reduce my Tariffs?
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Potentially! As with all things in the world of international trade, nothing is certain, but we can help you identify possible avenues that could lead to your tariffs either being reduced, refunded, or avoided entirely. One of the great benefits of working with a team like ours is access to the full breadth of possibilities, even those that you are currently unaware of. Our Tariff Relief Service is one of the best ways to look holistically and see what we can do to help your business, in particular, save at Customs.

I Heard that There’s Going to be a Tariff on ______. Is that true?
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While we know a great deal about international trade, even we cannot predict what is coming next. The best way to know what we know is to sign up for our mailing list. As we hear about the latest, those tuned into our communication channels will be the first to know.

About Us

PCB has been helping importers move their goods across the border for over 70 years. Currently located with offices on both sides of the Pacific Crossing - bordering both Surrey, BC, and Blaine, WA, PCB is the trusted broker and international trade specialist for businesses in Canada, the US, and the world at large. With a history of setting the bar for service and expertise, PCB helps thousands of clients every year get their goods where they need to go, prioritizing compliance, efficiency, and professionalism as we do so.

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