Dear Valued Client,

We hope this message finds you well.

The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) introduced phase one of the mandate to include the Country of Melt and Pour (COM) in the Single Window Integrated Import (SWI) Declaration for steel products under General Import Permits (GIPs) 80 and 81 on February 21, 2024. During this initial phase, submitting COM information was optional.

Starting November 5, 2024, phase two will come into effect with updates to GIP No. 80 – Carbon Steel and GIP No. 81 – Specialty Steel. At this stage, importers must include COM details in their customs declarations through the Single Window Integrated Import Declaration (SW IID) to utilize these GIPs.

What is country of melt and pour?

The Country of Melt and Pour (COM) refers to the country where the primary stages of steel production occur—specifically, where the raw steel is melted and poured into its initial form before further processing. This designation is important for tracking and verifying the origin of the steel used in products, ensuring compliance with trade regulations, and avoiding circumvention of tariffs and trade restrictions.

For example, even if the steel is later processed or finished in another country, the Country of Melt and Pour identifies the original source where the base material was melted and cast. This information helps customs authorities manage trade practices, apply the correct duties, and enforce any trade measures or agreements related to steel imports.

For comprehensive information, please refer to the Government of Canada’s page on steel export and import controls.

Should you have any questions or need assistance reviewing your import activities, our customs brokerage team is here to support a seamless transition through these regulatory changes. Please feel free to reach out to us for guidance.

Thank you for your prompt attention to this update.

Sincerely,
Ezcustoms Inc.
Eztrans Logistics Ltd.