Applicable to goods originating from the United States under the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA), with proper documentation (e.g., Certificate of Origin).
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News and Updates
Recent News
US-Canada Trade Agreement Boosts Chemical Exports
A new trade agreement under the USMCA framework has reduced tariffs on halogenated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons (HS Code: 2903.39) between the US and Canada, facilitating smoother cross-border trade of these chemicals.
2023-10-15
Impact: Expected to increase export volumes of halogenated compounds by 10-15% annually, benefiting chemical manufacturers on both sides.
Canadian Restrictions on Certain Halogenated Chemicals
Canada introduced stricter environmental regulations on specific halogenated derivatives, impacting the import of certain acyclic hydrocarbons from the US due to compliance requirements.
2023-09-22
Impact: Potential delays and cost increases for US exporters as they adapt to new Canadian environmental standards.
US Increases Inspections on Chemical Imports from Canada
The US Customs and Border Protection agency announced heightened inspections for chemical shipments, including halogenated derivatives under HS Code 2903.39, citing safety concerns.
2023-08-30
Impact: May cause temporary bottlenecks and delays in the import process, affecting Canadian exporters to the US.
Policy Updates
USMCA Tariff Reduction on Chemical Goods
Under the USMCA, tariffs on halogenated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons (HS Code: 2903.39) have been reduced by 2% for trade between the US and Canada, effective October 1, 2023, to promote industrial cooperation.
Date: 2023-10-01
Canadian Environmental Compliance Mandate
Canada has updated its environmental regulations, requiring detailed documentation and testing for halogenated compounds imported from the US to ensure compliance with new safety and ecological standards.
