Tariffs, both with the United States and with other nations, are top of mind these days, and for good reason. Thankfully, the BDC, EDC and Global Affairs Canada have collaborated to create the Canada Tariff Finder.
How does it work?
The Canada Tariff Finder enables Canadian businesses to check import or export tariffs for specific goods and markets, with a focus on countries with which Canada has a Free Trade Agreement.
The tool shows the tariff rates generally applicable to all nations. It also shows the preferential rates applicable to Canada when a Free Trade Agreement is in place, including the phasing-out period of such tariffs when applicable.
The tool can also be used to compare tariffs for up to three different countries or products. It simplifies this search by suggesting products that match the keyword(s) or Harmonized System (HS) code entered. At the end of the search, the results can be printed or received by email.
Not sure how to find the specific good you want to import or export? Simply enter keyword(s) that describe the product or the Harmonized System (HS) code, if you know it. If the tool does not find an exact match, it will propose options to narrow your search. Also, you can visit www.wcoomd.org to access the full list of HS codes.
The Canada Tariff Finder is the result of collaboration between BDC, EDC and the Canadian Trade Commissioner Service of Global Affairs Canada. Check it out!
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