Canada Customs Blog
Guides and news about Canadian customs tariffs
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: 15%, 25% and 50% Counter-Tariffs Explained
Canada's counter-tariffs on US goods: 50% on most steel and aluminum since September 8, 2026, 25% on vehicles, 15–50% on dairy, appliances and more — plus the remission that can cancel them.
SIMA Measures in Force 2026: Canada Anti-Dumping & Countervailing Duty List
All 64 SIMA measures in force in Canada: products, countries and anti-dumping or countervailing rates. Updated for CBSA's 2026-09-17 list, with 5 new cases and the solar-panel order rescinded.
China Surtax Canada 2026: Is Your HS Code Affected? (Steel & Aluminum 25%)
Check if your product is hit by Canada’s China surtaxes: 25% on steel & aluminum, 25% on steel melted and poured in China, one surtax per good. The 100% EV surtax was repealed on March 1, 2026.
Classification & Compliance
11 articlesHow Much Is Duty from China to Canada? 2026 Guide with Examples
Chinese goods pay Canada’s regular (MFN) duty — 0% on electronics, 9.5% on furniture, 18% on clothing — plus a 25% surtax on steel and aluminum, possible anti-dumping duty, and GST. Five worked examples.
How Much Is Duty from Japan to Canada? 2026 CPTPP Guide with Examples
Under the CPTPP, most goods made in Japan enter Canada duty-free: cars (6.1% otherwise), clothing (18%), knives and tires (7%). What you need to claim it, and five worked examples.
How Much Is Duty from the US to Canada? 2026 Guide with Examples
Most US-made goods enter Canada duty-free under CUSMA, but you still pay GST/HST, a 15–50% surtax on listed goods, and full duty on goods made elsewhere. Four worked examples.
Canada HTS Codes 2026: Look Up Your 10-Digit Tariff Code
Canada’s version of an HTS code is the 10-digit classification number from the Customs Tariff. How to look yours up by product, with real examples and duty rates.
HTS vs HS Code: Converting US HTS Codes to Canadian Codes
HTS and HS codes share 6 digits; the last 4 differ. How to convert a US supplier’s HTS code into the Canadian tariff item, and the traps that change the duty you pay.
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.