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2.1 RATES OF DUTY

Canadian import rates of duty are assessed according to each individual product, the place of origin and in many cases the end use. Canada utilises the Harmonised System of Classification, which incorporates over 8,000 individual classifications, plus over 2,000 annex codes. If you require assistance establishing the classification and rate of duty for your costing, CONTACT l.m. clark ltd. by phone, fax or e-mail.

2.2 IMPORT SERVICE FEES (BROKERAGE)

L. M. Clark Customs Broker Ltd. assesses a service fee for each import entry transaction. Fees are based on several elements, such as, the value, port of entry, volume, etc. If you require such information for costing purposes, please call our CLIENT SERVICE DEPARTMENT.

2.3 TRANSPORTATION (FREIGHT RATES)

Cost for transportation of goods is based upon the mode of transportation, weight, measurements, commodity, origin, destination in Canada, etc. L. M. Clark can provide you with door to door rates and service from all points of origin to any destination in Canada.

2.4 DRAWBACK

Customs Drawback Regulations make provisions for a rebate of Customs Duties paid, when duty paid goods are subsequently exported, used for specific purposes or disposed of.

Effective January 1, 1996, regulations governing drawback of duty in Canada and the USA have changed. The changes apply to goods exported between Canada and the USA, and these changes specify limits to the amount of drawback allowed. Not all goods exported to a NAFTA country are affected by the limitations of the drawback.

Some situations not affected by the nafta limitations are:

· Goods exported in the same condition as imported;
· Goods originating in a NAFTA Country;
· Goods exported to Non-NAFTA Countries

OTHER changes to the drawback regulations can be obtained by calling L.M. Clark Ltd.