HS Codes (Harmonized System Codes) are the global classification system for international trade. Managed by the World Customs Organization (WCO), they form the foundation of customs tariffs and duty calculation worldwide. This guide explains how HS codes work in Canada, what changed in the HS 2022 update, and how correct classification helps minimize duty and avoid shipping delays.
Unlock duty-free shipping with Canada’s expanding network of free trade agreements (FTAs) — including USMCA/CUSMA, CETA, CPTPP, KCFTA, and more. This guide explains who qualifies, how rules of origin work, what proof is needed, and the logistics steps to keep your cross-border parcels, pallets, and containers moving smoothly.
Canadian exports to Austria are being facilitated by the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) between Canada and the EU. CETA's lower tariffs are leading to greater demand for low cost shipping to Austria from Canada
Businesses and people in Switzerland are increasingly looking for a Canadian Address to receive their online orders for shipping to Switzerland. Parcel trade between Canada and Switzerland will continue to grow with the European Free Trade Association/ EFTA and e-commerce technologies
The "new NAFTA" is now a reality for shippers in Mexico, Canada and the United States. One of the focuses of the new North American Free Trade Agreement is e-commerce parcel imports to Canada. E-commerce online orders can be more shipped to Canada and benefit from preferential duty free clearance.
Jet Worldwide's mission of connecting people parcels and businesses around the world includes US and Canadian based companies deliver to their online overseas consumers. Our global solutions are oriented for a seamless positive delivery for the purchaser. North American retailers are looking for international global and regional delivery solutions.
More companies are seeking to take advantage of duty free entry of online orders shipped direct to the USA. And customs is testing a new type of entry to make duty free entry available for more modes of shipping.
The U.S. Postal Service is getting an unexpected financial boost from pandemic related parcels business. The COVID crisis accelerate the already declining letter volumes. This was no surprise. But the extent of the surge in parcel volume is.
Royal mail is experiencing delays and outright cancelled for many international destinations, including the Caribbean. British companies are searching for a reliable shipping and logistics to Trinidad and Tobago.The strong cultural and social connections between the two nations facilitate commercial transactions with shared values and processes.
International on-line merchants are increasingly looking for alternative solutions for last mile delivery as parcel post rates are set to increase - and in some cases drastically.
Effective July 1st, the United Postal Union allows for the USPS - and all post offices - to set their own price. Previously, post offices were bound by UPU rules that forced post offices to delivery below costs.
