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Trade Agreements
3 articlesCETA Duty Savings 2026: Import from EU to Canada at 0% (98% of Goods)
98% of EU goods enter Canada duty-free under CETA. Rules of origin, the origin declaration mechanism, sectors with biggest savings, direct shipment rules, and a worked example showing $85K savings on a single shipment.
CPTPP Tariff Savings 2026: Import Duty-Free from 11 Countries
Import from Japan, Vietnam, and 9 other CPTPP countries to Canada at 0% duty. Rules of origin, eligible products, and a free savings calculator vs MFN rates.
CUSMA Duty-Free Imports: How to Save on US & Mexico Tariffs in 2026
How CUSMA (USMCA) eliminates duties on qualifying US and Mexico imports to Canada. Three rules-of-origin pathways, certification of origin requirements, sectors with biggest savings, and the most common ways importers fail to claim benefits.
Duties & Taxes
6 articlesDuty Relief Programs in Canada: Drawback, Remission & Deferral Explained
How duty drawback, remission orders, end-use provisions, and customs bonded warehouses can reduce or eliminate import duties.
Incoterms 2026 for Canadian Importers: Value for Duty, Landed Cost, and CIF Mistakes
How Incoterms (EXW, FOB, CIF, DDP) determine which costs are baked into your supplier invoice, and how CBSA treats them for VFD. Quick reference table by Incoterm, worked CIF example, and 4 common Canadian-side mistakes.
Value for Duty Canada 2026: The 6 CBSA Methods (with Examples)
Understanding the six WTO valuation methods used by CBSA to determine the customs value of imported goods.
Canada De Minimis Threshold: When You Don't Pay Duty on Imports
Understand Canada's de minimis thresholds for duty-free and tax-free imports, including CUSMA provisions.
Landed Cost Formula Canada 2026: The Only Import Cost Guide You Need
Calculate landed cost for Canadian imports in 7 steps: duties, GST/HST/PST, surtaxes, freight, and fees. Free calculator included. Stop overpaying on imports.
GST, HST, PST and QST on Canadian Imports: Complete Provincial Tax Guide
Understand how GST, HST, PST, and QST apply to imported goods in every Canadian province and territory.
Surtaxes & Special Measures
4 articlesSection 301 Tariffs Canada 2026: How US Tariffs on Chinese Goods Affect Canadian Importers
How US Section 301 tariffs on Chinese goods cascade into Canadian landed cost when importing via US distributors. Direct sourcing math, the 7.5-100% rate structure, and how to model your true cost.
Canada US Surtax 2026: 25% Retaliatory Tariffs Explained
Canada's 25% retaliatory surtax on US steel, aluminum, and vehicles -- who pays, which HS codes are affected, and how to calculate your total landed cost. Free calculator inside.
SIMA Duties Canada 2026: Anti-Dumping Rates You Must Know
Is your product subject to SIMA duties in Canada? Check anti-dumping and countervailing duty rates, affected HS codes, and how to avoid costly surprises at the border.
China Surtax Canada 2026: Is Your HS Code Affected? (Steel 25%, EVs 100%)
Check if your product is hit by Canada’s China surtaxes. 25% on steel & aluminum, 100% on EVs. Full HS code list and stacking rules.
Classification & Compliance
7 articlesHTS vs HS Code: Why US and Canadian Tariff Schedules Don’t Match (2026)
US HTS codes and Canadian HS codes share the first 6 digits but diverge at 7-10. How to translate US supplier documentation into the right Canadian tariff item, and why "the same code" can mean different rates and surtax exposure.
US Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) 2026: Reference Guide for Canadian Importers and Exporters
How to navigate the US HTS schedule from Canada — for re-export documentation, supplier negotiation, drawback claims, and CUSMA compliance. Direct links to USITC, key sections to know.
Temporary Imports to Canada: ATA Carnet, E29B & Repair Shipments Guide
How to temporarily import goods into Canada without paying full duties using ATA Carnets, E29B permits, and repair provisions.
How to Choose a Canadian Customs Broker: What Importers Need to Know
What to look for when selecting a licensed customs broker in Canada, including credentials, services, and pricing.
CARM R2 Portal Guide: Self-Assessing Canadian Import Duties
Everything you need to know about CBSA's CARM R2 portal for self-assessing duties and managing your import account.
CBSA Advance Rulings: Get Binding Tariff Classification Before You Import
How to request a binding advance ruling from CBSA to lock in your HS code classification and duty rate before importing.
HS Code Classification Canada 2026: How to Find the Right 10-Digit Code
Master HS code classification in Canada with our 5-step GRI method. 10-digit tariff structure, common mistakes, and a free AI classifier. Avoid CBSA penalties.