Aluminum Reporting Requirements for Shipment Clearance

This October, certain aluminum goods will be subject to new reporting requirements under GIP No. 83. Importers must provide CSC information to support customs clearance. The requirement will not apply to aluminum imports valued at $5,000 or less. Learn More

Provisional Surtax on Certain Wood Cabinets and Vanities

Canada has imposed a 25% provisional surtax on imported wood cabinets/ vanities while the CITT investigates any impact on Canadian manufacturers. The surtax may be temporary, with products from specific countries remaining exempt. Learn more.

Mandatory Declaration of Slaughter Establishment Numbers

The CFIA is requiring all slaughter establishment numbers to be declared as shown on the OMIC for meat imports in the IID. A 45-day transition period will allow brokers to update their procedures and after the transition period, IID declarations missing the required information may be subject to rejection. Find out more



Reminder: Public Consultations on Canada’s Administration of the Steel TRQs

The Government of Canada is accepting public feedback until August 19, 2026, on the administration of TRQs for certain steel products. Stakeholders are encouraged to submit feedback through the online questionnaire to help inform future TRQ administration. See more details.

Section 338 Tariffs Remain a Risk, Get Ahead of the August 19 Rush

On August 19, 2026, Section 338 tariffs on certain Canadian-origin goods remain scheduled to take effect. Importers are encouraged to provide documentation early, coordinate with carriers, and review payment arrangements to help avoid clearance delays. Find out more.

ACE Portal Account

An ACE Portal account provides importers with greater visibility into their U.S. import activity, including entry data, liquidation status, refunds, and CBP contact information. Importers who have not yet established an account are encouraged to take advantage of CBP’s application process. See more.

FDA Import Alerts

The FDA regularly updates its Import Alerts to identify products, manufacturers, or importers that may be subject to DWPE. Trade/compliance teams are encouraged to review these alerts routinely to assess potential impacts on imports and maintain regulatory compliance. Find out more details.

Cargo Systems Messaging Service (CSMS)

CBP regularly posts CSMS updates with important trade-related notifications. Trade and compliance professionals are encouraged to review CSMS messages regularly and subscribe to receive updates directly from CBP. Learn More.