Trade News

The following is excerpted from a 6 June 2012 news release by Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada. The Honourable Ed Fast, Minister of International Trade and Minister for the Asia-Pacific Gateway, today marked Canada’s 70 years of diplomatic relations with Russia while leading a trade mission of nearly 30 companies there.

Members may be interested in the following, published on 6 June 2012 in Part II of the Canada Gazette. 1. Under the Canada Environmental Protection Act, 1999; Order 2012-87-02-01 Amending the Domestic Substances List. http://www.gazette.gc.ca/rp-pr/p2/2012/2012-06-06/html/sor-dors108-eng… 2. Under the Special Import Measures Act; Regulations Amending the Special Economic Measures (Syria) Regulations, P.C. 2012-657 May 17, 2012.

Chapter 12 was published to modify the import conditions for the following HS Codes for "Cleaning (for)" and "Screenings ". 12.01.10.0110 - Glycine max (Soybean), seed 12.01.90.0111 - Glycine max (Soybean), grain 12.02.41.4081 - Edible nuts 12.02.42.4081 - Edible nuts 12.04.00.0112 - Linum usitatissimum (Linseed, Flax), seed 12.05.10.7100 - Canola seed (seed) 12.05.10.7200 - Canola seed (grain) 12.05.90.7100 - Brassica napus and Brassica rapa (Rapeseed, Colza or Canola), seed

Please be advised that the following has been updated on the CFIA website: - List of Exporters of Live Lobster and Lobster Tomalley Products to Japan http://inspection.gc.ca/food/fish-and-seafood/exports/by-jurisdiction/j… (establishments added: 0373, 2570)

The following is excerpted from a 5 June 2012 news release by CBP. At a time when economic growth is critical for the nation, U.S. Customs and Border Protection Acting Commissioner David V. Aguilar addressed hundreds of trade business leaders at the American Association of Exporters and Importers’ 91st Annual Conference in Arlington, Va. on Monday.

The following is excerpted from a 5 June 2012 news release by Export Development Canada. A national survey of Canadian exporters found that after years of a higher Canadian dollar relative to the U.S. dollar, they have now factored the impact into their overall operations. The Trade Confidence Index, a bi-annual survey by Export Development Canada (EDC), asked Canadian exporters about their efforts to deal with a consistently higher dollar. This release is available in its entirety at:

The following now available on the CBSA Web site: D15-2-61, Certain Pup Joints Originating In or Exported From the People's Republic of China http://www.cbsa-asfc.gc.ca/publications/dm-md/d15/d15-2-61-eng.html _________________________________________________

The following is from the 6 June 2012 edition of American Shipper. A handful of customs brokers filed the first simplified entries on May 29 as part of a trial program to streamline document filing and give international shippers an early decision on releasing their cargo so they can make logistical arrangements prior to arrival, U.S. Customs Commissioner David Aguilar announced Monday.

The following is excerpted from a 5 June 2012 news release by Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada. The Honourable Diane Ablonczy, Minister of State of Foreign Affairs (Americas and Consular Affairs), today announced Canada’s support of new and ongoing projects aimed at enhancing security, stability and the rule of law in the Americas.

The following is excerpted from a 5 June 2012 news release by Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada. The Honourable Ed Fast, Minister of International Trade and Minister for the Asia-Pacific Gateway, today wrapped up his participation at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Meeting of Ministers Responsible for Trade in Kazan, Russia, by highlighting Canada’s commitment to free and open trade and urging member economies to guard against creeping protectionism.

The following has been updated and is now available on the CBSA Web site: D9-1-6, Revised: Goods Manufactured or Produced Wholly or in Part by Prison Labour http://www.cbsa-asfc.gc.ca/publications/dm-md/d9/d9-1-6-eng.html _________________________________________________

The following is from the 5 June 2012 edition of the Journal of Commerce. Goals include preventing terrorism and smuggling, supporting lawful trade and travel The U.S. Department of Homeland Security on Tuesday released its Northern Border Strategy, which provides a framework for DHS security procedures along the U.S. border with Canada.

This important message is to notify you that Canadian Pacific has updated its Tariffs with changes, effective July 5th 2012. Please ensure you have reviewed the changes outlined below and on our website by clicking here. You can sign up to receive updates to these tariffs by subscribing here. Tariff 1 - CP’s Guide to Products and Services CP’s Guide to Products and Services provides clarity around CP’s standard product offerings and the basic service included with your quote. Specific changes are below:

The following is excerpted from the 6 June 2012 edition of Embassy Magazine. Canada's economic integration with the United States is an obstacle to finalizing a key portion of the Canada-European Union trade talks, says an EU diplomat. Maurizio Cellini, head of the EU delegation's economic, commercial and trade section, says the rules of origin portion has still not been worked out. These rules have to do with determining whether a product can qualify, for example, as Canadian, and can therefore be exported and subject to duty-free treatment in the EU.

As part of CFIA's ongoing efforts to improve the Automated Import Systems please be advised that CFIA will be performing maintenance/upgrade that will affect access to EDI. EDI will be temporarily unavailable between 6:00 - 9:00 AM EST on Saturday 9, June 2012. During this time clients are instructed to send all urgent requests for release by paper. No EDI data will be lost. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and would like to thank you for your cooperation. _________________________________________________

Chapter 30 was published to add a new OGD extension. 30.02.10.1095.22 - Animal blood dried on filter paper Please check your version numbers before submitting through EDI. If you have any questions, please contact your Import Service Centre. _________________________________________________

Brokers are advised that the correction period for May 2012 Softwood Lumber permits ends June 11, 2012, at 17:00 ET. We remind you of the importance of submitting correct information on permits as this is imperative to the operation of the Softwood Lumber Agreement. Please submit permit corrections for the month of May before the end of the correction period, as is the case for every allocation month of the year. _________________________________________________

Registration is open for corporate members located in Montreal to register for the third CBSA/CSCB joint seminar on HS Classification. These very successful and informative seminars have been held in Toronto and Vancouver, and following are a few testimonials from individuals in attendance in those cities: “Nice that issues discussed were done at the CBSA management level and the exchange of ideas was open and informal.” “Great day – flew by, which meant it was very informative”.