WTO: Butter, Dairy Spreads, and Fats and Oils Derived from Milk, Other than Butter or Dairy Spreads TRQ – Serial No. 1165

August 5, 2026

https://www.international.gc.ca/trade-commerce/controls-controles/notices-avis/1165.aspx?lang=eng

Date: August 1, 2026

This Notice replaces Notice to Importers No. 1141, dated August 1, 2025, and sets out the policies and practices pertaining to the administration of Canada’s tariff rate quota (TRQ) for butter, dairy spreads, and fats and oils derived from milk, other than butter or dairy spreads under the World Trade Organization (WTO).

This Notice is provided pursuant to the authority of the Export and Import Permits Act (EIPA) and its corresponding regulations, and remains in effect until further notice.

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Definitions

Butter means a product that is include under items 159 to 160 of the Import Control List (ICL), namely butter falling under tariff items 0405.10.10 or 0405.10.20, dairy spreads falling under tariff items 0405.20.10 or 0405.20.20, and fats and oils derived from milk, other than butter or dairy spreads falling under tariff items 0405.90.10 or 0405.90.20 in the list of tariff provisions set out in the schedule to the Customs Tariff.

Allocation policy

For the 2026-2027 allocation year, the TRQ is entirely allocated to the Canadian Dairy Commission (CDC) for the benefit of further processors.
Further processors are invited to contact the CDC to obtain additional information.

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Date modified:

2026-07-31

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Other Government Departments (OGDs) Requirements

Information source

Global Affairs Canada (GAC)

Disclaimer

The foregoing information is provided for informational purposes only and is not intended as, nor should it be considered, professional advice or a substitute for conducting your own thorough research and review. Before making any decisions or taking any action based on the information provided, you should conduct your own independent investigation and/or seek professional advice from a qualified expert in the relevant field. The CSCB disclaims all liability for actions taken or not taken based on the information provided.

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