The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has published tips in preparation for the 2020 biennial food facility registration renewal. The registration renewal period takes place between October 1, 2020,…
Trade Alerts
Port of Montreal Returns to Work After 12-Day Strike
After a 12-day strike, the Longshoremen Union CUPE Local 375 and the Montreal Checkers’ Union at the Port of Montreal have returned to work. A deal was reached on Friday,…
Hong Kong Goods Not Subject to Chinese Tariffs, Confirms CBP
In frequently asked questions (FAQ) published on August 12, 2020, US Customs and Border Protection confirmed that the recent marking changes for Hong Kong goods will not subject the goods…
Goods Produced in Hong Kong Must Be Marked with an Origin of China, Starting September 25th
Effective September 25, 2020, U.S. Customs and Border Protection will require goods produced in Hong Kong to be marked with an origin of China. The change follows the July 14th…
Indefinite Strike Planned at the Port of Montreal Starting August 10th
The Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE), Local 375, representing longshoremen at the Port of Montreal, has provided a 72-hour general strike notice to management. The strike is scheduled to…
USTR Extends Section 301 List 3 Product Exclusions, Grants New List 4 Exclusions
On August 6, 2020, the US Trade Representative (USTR) extended certain product exclusions from Section 301 List 3. The extended exclusions cover 21 ten-digit subheadings and 245 product descriptions imported…
Section 232 Duties to be Imposed on Non-alloyed Unwrought Aluminum from Canada
Effective August 16, 2020, the US will impose Section 232 duties on imports of non-alloyed unwrought aluminum from Canada. A Presidential Proclamation published yesterday stated, “it is necessary and appropriate…
Port of Montreal Prepares for Another 72-Hour Strike
The Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) Local 375 has planned a 72-hour strike at the Termont terminals at the Port of Montreal. The strike is planned for August 3,…
Merchandise Processing Fees Increase on October 1, 2020
US Customs & Border Protection (CBP) has increased the minimum and maximum Merchandise Processing Fees (MPF). The new fees will become effective on October 1, 2020. The ad valorem rate of…
Checkers at Port of Montreal to Strike for 36 Hours
According to the Canadian International Freight Forwarders Association (CIFFA), the Maritime Employers Association (MEA) received a notice to strike from the Port of Montreal Checkers union’s executive committee. The Port…
