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Decision means importers may challenge tariffs ...

8 July 2008 Decision means importers may challenge tariffs on age, sex This article is excerpted from the 8 July 2008 edition of “American Shipper”. A July 3 decision by the [US] Court of International Trade establishes that [US] importers can legally challenge the constitutionality of gender- and…

Swine disease no problem for pork rind imports

8 July 2008 Swine disease no problem for pork rind imports This article is extracted from the 8 July 2008 edition of “American Shipper”. Imports of pork rinds, a snack food made from deep-fried pork skins, are so well cooked that the risk of transmitting hog diseases, such as foot-and-mouth disease…

Giant Foxtail (Setaria faberi) and the Weed Seeds

7 July 2008 Giant Foxtail (Setaria faberi) and the Weed Seeds Order The following news release was issued by CFIA on 4 July 2008. The weedy plant species Giant Foxtail (Setaria faberi) is currently listed as a Class 1 Prohibited Noxious species in the federal Weed Seeds Order of the Seeds Act. The…

Update of Salmonella Saintpaul situation in Canad

7 July 2008 Update of Salmonella Saintpaul situation in Canada The following news release was issued by the CFIA on 4 July 2008. Public Health officials in Canada have reported a case of a Salmonella Saintpaul infection that matches those associated with the outbreak in the United States. The…
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Challenging the CCS Examination - Deadline...

7 July 2008 Challenging the CCS Examination -- the Deadline is Approaching Individuals with an interest in challenging the Certified Customs Specialist (CCS) examination in September 2008 are reminded that applications, with payment of $400.00, must be received at the CSCB national office by 15 July…

Update to CFIA AIRS website

7 July 2008 Update to CFIA AIRS website A) Chapter 06 was published to modify the requirements for the following HS codes for the Continental United States; 06.02.10.0011.05 Spruce - Unrooted plants (Other Picea spp. than Picea polita and Picea jezoensis) 06.02.10.0011.17 Hemlock - Unrooted plants…

Most guns seized by Border Services are legitimate

7 July 2008 Most guns seized by Border Services are legitimate personal firearms The following article is excerpted from the 7 July 2008 edition of “globeandmail.com”. Americans cherish their constitutional right to keep and bear arms, even when they come to Canada. Canada Border Services Agency…

Companies fear inflation surge

7 July 2008 Companies fear inflation surge The following article is excerpted from the 7 July 2008 edition of “globeandmail.com”. Companies in record numbers across Canada believe inflation will rise above the central bank's target, even as consumers lose confidence in the economy's prospects and…

False Victory at the Border

7 July 2008 False Victory at the Border This article is excerpted from the 5 July 2008 edition of “The New York Times”. How secure is the [US] border? The opinion of government optimists is that it is way secure. So secure you wouldn’t believe it — and not as secure as it will be. That is the least…

Salmonella inquiry to target Mexican veggies

7 July 2008 Salmonella inquiry to target Mexican veggies The following article is excerpted from the 7 July 2008 edition of “American Shipper”. U.S. food and health inspectors will begin stopping shipments of ingredients from Mexico commonly used to make salsa as the search continues for the…

D2-3-2, Former Residents of Canada Tariff Item ...

4 July 2008 D2-3-2, Former Residents of Canada Tariff Item No. 9805.00.00 This memorandum outlines and explains the conditions under which former residents of Canada, residents of Canada, Canadian government employees and Canadian Forces personnel may import goods for personal and household use…

D3-7-1, CBSA Marine Operations - Cargo ...

4 July 2008 D3-7-1, CBSA Marine Operations - Cargo Containers Used in International Service This memorandum outlines and explains the conditions under which cargo containers may be temporarily imported into Canada while in international service. This memorandum has been revised to reflect the new…

Softwood Lumber Correction Period, June 2008

4 July 2008 Softwood Lumber Correction Period, June 2008 Brokers are advised that the correction period for June 2008 Softwood Lumber permits ends Thursday 10 July 2008, at 20:00 EST. We remind you of the importance of submitting correct information on permits as this is imperative to the operation…
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CSCB President to lead WCO’s PSCG

4 July 2008 CSCB President to lead WCO’s Private Sector Consultative Group The Canadian Society of Customs Brokers is pleased to announce the election of its President Carol West to the position of Chair of the World Customs Organization’s Private Sector Consultative Group (PSCG). In her capacity as…

Signing of NAFTA Certificates of Origin

4 July 2008 Signing of NAFTA Certificates of Origin A CSCB member raised an interesting question concerning the party authorized to sign a NAFTA Certificate of Origin. As a result, the following question was put to CBSA: In some cases, importers are under the impression that when they purchase goods…

Update to CFIA AIRS website

4 July 2008 Update to CFIA AIRS website A) Chapter 29 was published to create a new OGD extension for the following HS codes from all countries. 29.34.99.0003 DNA from human origin Please check your version numbers before submitting through EDI. If you have any questions, please contact your Import…

Ontario's outlook dismal, say economists

4 July 2008 Ontario's outlook dismal, say economists The following article is extracted from the 4 July 2008 edition of the “Toronto Star”. … Ontario's idling economy is now on track to record its weakest pace of expansion since the early 1990s with growth poised to sink below 1 per cent for 2008…