With the "new NAFTA" / USMCA/ CUSMA modernized provisions make is easier than ever to sell and ship to Canada from Arizona. Jet Worldwide helps Arizona based companies connect with Quebec and Canadian suppliers and customers.
This Guide for Shipping from Arizona to Canada explores key thing to consider
- USMCA/ CUSMA benefits. Read about the New NAFTA/USMCA/ CUSMA
- Carrier options to Consider to Canada
- Canadian Amazon Removal Orders return to Arizona
- Becoming a non-resident importer to Canada
- Canadian customs clearance processes and costs
- Managing returns from Canadian online/ e-commerce orders
- Get a shipping quote to Canada from Arizona
Disclaimer: The information in Jet Worldwide online content, including this post, is for general information only.
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What is the Cheapest way to send a package from Arizona to Canada?
The cheapest way for individuals to send small packages and personal items to Canada is usually via the US Postal Service (USPS). FedEx and UPS ground are good options for heavier shipments but do not include customs entry preparation.
Do duty and taxes apply in Canada for shipments from Arizona USA?
Shipments from Arizona, USA to Canada are subject to import duty and taxes. The goods my qualify for duty fee import if the value is less than $150 CAD (around $110 USD). If the items qualify as being US origin under USMCA, they can qualify for preferential duty free import.
Read more about Canadian import fees.
Are shipments from Arizona imported to Canada Duty Free?
Goods imported from the USA generally are subject to import duty and taxes. Just being shipped from the USA does not automatically grant duty free import to Canada.They may benefit from duty free status if they are low value or quality of USA origin under USMCA. All shipments over $40 CAD are subject to sales tax even if otherwise duty free.
How can I manage returns from Canada to Arizona
If the value of the return is less than $800 USD, the goods can be returned simply via section 321 import processes.
Managing Canadian Returns for online Orders from Arizona/ USA
Simplified processing for your customer
Contact our team (fill in form below) to develop solutions for Canadian returns of online orders.
Read more about a solution for your Canadian removal orders. A Canadian address, consolidation and shipping back to the USA via low cost ground.
Consolidate shipments to Canada and Cross Border Ship from Arizona
Companies can consolidate their orders via a single customs entry by becoming a non-resident importer. The process involves shipping via LTL or full truck load, single clearance in Canada followed by domestic distribution.
Read more about valuation for non-resident imports to Canada.
Do I need to file an export declaration /EEI Arizona to Canada?
Electronic Export Information (EEI)
US Foreign Trade Regulations (FTR) mandates export declarations be done via the Automated Export System (AES).Specified timeframes and shipment data is required prior to export. This information was formerly called the Shipper's Export Declaration (SED). EEI’s are used for statistical data collection and to enforce export regulations.
EEI’s are not required for most shipments destined to Canada via exception code 30.36.The exemption does not apply for shipments otherwise requiring an export permit or ultimately destined to a third country.
How can I get lower shipping costs to Canada from Arizona?
- Use a shipping cost calculator to compare rates from different carriers.
- Ship smaller packages to reduce the volume weight. Read about chargeable weight.
- If you are shipping a large volume of packages, you may be able to negotiate a discounted rate directly with the major carriers.
- Consider using a third-party shipping service that can provide both savings and - more important - logistics support.;
Consider using ground transportation instead of air shipping. Ground shipping is usually less expensive than air shipping, but it keep in mind the longer transit time to western Canada. Also, ground shipments are charged a customs entry fee.
I hope these suggestions help! Is there anything else we can help with?
As part of the USMCA, Canada has raised their low value duty threshold ( de minimis threshold) to $150 CAD (around $110 USD). Local sales taxes will still apply. This higher duty free threshold help Arizona's e-commerce merchants sell and ship to their Canadian customers.
USMCA/ CUSMA: Free Trade for goods from Arizona to Canada
The CUSMA facilitates the movement, release and clearance of good via a simplified framework and standardized customs procedures. Trade facilitations includes fewer clearance formalities for “express shipments” valued under CA$3,000 (to Canada) and US$2,500 (to the USA and Canada).
READ MORE: UNDERSTANDING A CERTIFICATE OF ORIGIN AND WHEN IT IS NEEDED
The origin‑certification process (that is no longer a prescribed form) is to include a set of data on the shipping paperwork (most commonly including on the invoice).
The data elements required at a minimum to claim origin underCUSMA:
- Importer/exporter or producer (indicate which is certifier)
- Name and address of certifier or
- Name and address of exporter or
- Name and address of producer
- Name and address of importer (if known)
- Description and harmonized system (HS) tariff classification of the good
- Specific origin of criteria
- Blanket period (certification is valid up to 12months in the case of multiple shipments of identical goods)
- Authorized signature and date
Check out the Canadian Border Services Agency (CBSA) page that describes the new requirements for more information and an example of a valid CUSMA certification of origin.
Duty Free to Canada packages from Arizona
For low value shipments (under CAD $3,300 to Canada) a certifying statement added to the commercial invoice or any shipping document
READ MORE: UNDERSTANDING IMPORT DUTY AND HOW IT IS CALCULATED
“I hereby certify that the goods covered by this shipment qualifies as an originating good for the purposes of preferential tariff treatment under USMCA/T-MEC/CUSMA.”
This statement can be included on the commercial invoice as long as shipment values is less than CAD $3,300 for imports into Canada.
The key provisions of CUSMA USMCA (i.e. new NAFTA) parcel shipping include:
- Duty free and tax free entry for most US parcels shipped courier valued under CA$40
- Duty free entry for most US parcels shipped courier valued under CA$150
- Simplified "Certification of Origin" for shipments shipped courier valued under CA$3,300
For low value shipments (under CAD $3,300 to Canada) a certifying statement added to the commercial invoice or any shipping document
“I hereby certify that the goods covered by this shipment qualifies as an originating good for the purposes of preferential tariff treatment under USMCA/T-MEC/CUSMA.”
Arizona companies becoming a Canadian Importer or Record
Canada’s non-resident importer program enables United States exporters to obtain a business number and act as the “importer of record.” Being able to act as the importer of record removes the burden of customs clearance from the Canadian customer and can facilitates the sale. Read more about valuation for non-resident importers to Canada.
View Jet's useful video that covers everything from HS codes, export declarations, free trade and best shipping options.
Jet Worldwide offers low cost economy express parcel delivery options shipping Arizona to Canada.
Ship Canada from Arizona via USPS (Canada Post), FedEx and UPS
Shipping from Arizona to Canada via USPS
Canada is the largest international destination for US Postal parcels. USPS offers a great choice for individuals shipping small parcels to Canada . Among the most popular US Postal post options from Arizona is the USPS International Flat Rate Boxes to Canada.
Different duty assessment for goods shipped via USPS versus Courier (see above regarding new USMCA/CUSMA duty free thresholds).
For a shipments shipped via USPS for import via Canada Post, duty is assessed differently than for parcels shipped via parcel carriers/ courier:
- CA $20 (around US$14.75) and under: duty and tax free
- Above CA $20duties and taxes apply
USPS shipments from Arizona - and across the USA - are imported to Canada via Canada Post.
Read more: Most Common Canadian Import Fees you must be aware of.
Importing parcels from Arizona to Canada via Canada Post
All parcels mailed to Canada are potentially subject to duty and/or taxes. Canadian Customs (CBSA) collects provincial sales taxes (PST) and Harmonized Sales Taxes (HST) according to the province of residence on most taxable imports valued at over CA$40. See note above on new duty free threshold under USMCA/ New NAFTA.
Dutiable and taxable items mailed to Canada are subject to a handling fee of CA$9.95 per dutiable or taxable parcel. If charges are applied, the parcel will be delivered along with a CBSA Invoice (E14). Canada Post collects the fees on behalf of the CBSA and accepts payment online via credit card and other methods.
Shipping Aerospace and auto industry parts from Arizona to Canada
Jet assists Arizona companies with low cost express delivery of urgent aerospace, automotive and machine parts and equipment for delivery to Canada ... and return from Canada.
Sending Gifts from Arizona to Quebec and Canada via USPS
The personal connections between Arizona and Canada are stronger than ever thanks to shared employees, employers, universities and tourists. Gifts between individuals can be considered duty and tax exempt, not otherwise restricted and valued under CA$60. To qualify as tax exempt, the gift must be sent to the recipient personally and include a card or other notice indicating that it is a gift. Advertising material and alcohol cannot be cleared as tax exempt gifts.
Shipping to Canada via FedEx or UPS Arizona
FedEx and UPS are by far the most dominant carriers in North America and have extensive operations throughout Arizona. Both have a sizeable presence in Canada and, along with Purolator, are market leaders in the Canadian Market.
FedEx and UPS Canadian customs entry fees
The “shipping from USA to Canada offer” via FedEx and UPS are similar. Both companies offer air express delivery, economy air delivery and ground delivery.
- FedEx USA shipping options to Canada from Arizona Include:
- FedEx International Priority to Canada: 1-2 business days
- FedEx International Economy Canada: 2-3 business days
FedEx International Ground Canada from Arizona: Up to 6 business days. See graphic above for sample rates for entry preparation of ground shipments to Canada that may apply.
- UPS options to Canada from Arizona include:
- UPS Worldwide Express: Morning delivery to main cities
- UPS Worldwide Saver: End of day delivery to main cities
- UPS Worldwide Expedited: 2 Day delivery to main cities
- UPS Standard to Canada: 6 + days Ground. See graphic above for sample rates for entry preparation of ground shipments to Canada that may apply.
Getting quote for shipping between the USA and Canada.
Jet Worldwide gives access to all companies seeking shipping quotes between the USA and Canada for parcels pallets, and online orders. See our contact form at the end of this article.
Clearance and Entry Fees to Canada via UPS and FedEx
Carrier clearance fees in Canada vary by the service type. Jet can help Arizona shippers minimize these fees through single entry consolidated entry. Jet Worldwide can receive and store shipments from Arizona in our Canadian facilities for on-demand distribution throughout Canada.
In general, express shipments to Canada are not charged an entry preparation fee by the carrier. However, ground shipments sent via FedEx and UPS to Canada are subject to an entry preparation fee.
The cost advantage of shipping parcels from Arizona to Quebec via ground service is diluted by the Canadian clearance cost and shipping delay.
FedEx ground and UPS ground entry preparation fees can be found online and can be negotiated for high volume shippers.
For Arizona companies with regular volume to Canada, it may be best to establish a high volume parcel import and distribution process. This type of “zone skipping” has the added benefit of lower per shipment clearance cost. Arizona companies can establish themselves as a foreign importer of record and do a consolidated entry for many individual parcels.
Jet Worldwide works with Arizona shippers for low cost parcel shipping from Phoenix and all Arizona to Canada.
The most efficient routing for regular parcel flows is via consolidating parcel volumes for a single shipment for single entry cross border entry. After clearance, the goods can be transferred to a Canadian domestic carrier for delivery across Canada. Get information from our Canadian team on shipping your American parcels to Canada.
Shipping from Arizona to Canada for Canadian companies
There is a demand from Canadian companies who are looking for cost effective solutions for receiving goods from their suppliers based in Arizona. Often, ground is too uncertain and air is too costly. Contact Jet for a low cost express solution that includes entry preparation and delivery in 1-3 days from the Arizona to Canada.
Canadian storage and distribution
For information on Canadian warehouse solutions, contact our parcel logistics team
Sending e-commerce parcels and returns from Arizona to Canada
Canada is the largest international market for most US based e-commerce merchants using on-line shopping platforms including Shopify, Big Commerce, Wix and other sites. Serve your Canadian customers better by having a Canadian return address.
Many shopify orders to Canada can now be imported duty free thanks to CUSMA free trade provisions.
