Beverages and spirits

Export from Canada

Export Portal "Export in Canada" Department proudly showcases a myriad of products and services that are designed and made in Canada. We are your top online source for listings of Canadian products, as well as for finding and establishing business relationships with Canadian Exporters, Canadian Manufacturers, Canadian Companies and Canadian Suppliers.

Export Portal's foremost mission is to promote Canadian companies and their products on a worldwide level. It is worth mentioning that being the 10^th largest exporter in the world, the country is heavily oriented in foreign trade. The primary Canadian exports include motor vehicles and parts, aircraft, industrial machinery, chemicals, plastics, fertilizers, timber, apparel, food & beverage products and many others.

From apparel to watercraft, from simple to sophisticated, Canadian companies offer the world an incredible range of quality products that are in high demand. For instance, Canadian foods, agri-foods and wines are among the best in the world. That's why the country is highly respected across the world for its multitude of fine Canadian made products.

Join Export Portal today to tackle the major world markets or to find the products made in Canada you are looking for. Our portal has solutions designed to help you succeed.  

Import to Canada

Export Portal is the world's leading export/import platform, focused on the promotion of products and services in the domestic and international markets. The product and motor catalogs allow companies and simple buyers to search, buy and sell the items in any country of the world, overcoming language and trade barriers.

Canada imports mostly machinery and equipment, motor vehicles and parts, electronics, chemicals, electricity and durable consumer goods. Canada’s main imports partners are United States, European Union, China and Mexico. 

If you are interested in importing goods into Canada, Export Portal makes it easy to find trusted sellers and manufacturers and their products in any category, country or region you require. Consult seller's and product reviews written by customers, to make the right purchasing decision. Search for Canadian Companies, American Manufacturers, Chinese Companies, European Suppliers, Latin America's Sellers, Australian Exporters, Africa's Distributors and many others to find the product you were looking for and import it easily and safely in Canada.

Or if you are an international importer looking for Canadian Export Companies, Export Portal can help you. Thousands of Canada's export products and import products are ready for foreign traders and buyers to search them in our classified categories. These Canada Export and Import Products are of high quality and the majority of them are unique, bearing the seal of quality "Made in Canada". Export Portal is your gate to international trade. Get the best deals online!

Beverages And Spirits section on Export Portal invites sellers and buyers of alcohol products to connect to each other worldwide. Sell beverages and spirits on our site, find customers all over the world. Buy beverages and spirits online, get the best from buying online.

The variety of alcohol types, different brands, and mixing ingredients is sometimes overwhelming. Export Portal makes it easy for you to find customers or sellers of each type of alcohol and mixing ingredients: Spirits, Liqueurs, Wines, Champagnes, Beers.

Spirits are one of the main ingredients in mixed drinks, along with other alcoholic beverages, mixers and garnishes. They are prepared by distillation from a fermented substance such as fruit, vegetables, grain, sugar cane, cactus juice, etc. 

Whisky represents a broad category of alcoholic beverages that are distilled from fermented grain mash and aged in wooden casks, with a variety of types produced in different countries: Irish whiskey, Scotch whisky, Indian whisky, Canadian whisky, German whisky, American whiskey (for ex., Bourbon whiskey).

Alcoholic beverages are typically divided into three classes - beers, wines, and spirits -and typically contain between 3% and 40% alcohol by volume.

They are also divided into aperitifs and digestifs. An aperitif is any alcoholic beverage usually served before a meal to stimulate the appetite, while a digestif is any alcoholic beverage served after a meal for the purpose of improving digestion. Fortified wine, liqueurs, and dry champagne are common aperitifs. Because aperitifs are served before dining, they are usually dry rather than sweet.

If you are intended to sell wine online, Export Portal is the right place. Sell white wine, rose wine, champagne, sparkling wine, red wine online on our site, expand your business globally!

Shop for spirits online, find a wide choice of absinthe, ale, armagnac, beer, brandy, cachaca, calvados, cider, cognac, gin, vermouth, mead, rum, schnapps, tequila, vodka online on Export Portal.

Sell and buy food products of all kinds on Export Portal - grow your success with us!

Customs requirements of Canada

Canada Customs Contacts

Website: http://www.cbsa-asfc.gc.ca/menu-eng.html  

Phone: 1-204-983-3500/ 1-506-636-5064

Canada is a country situated in North America, which extends from the Atlantic Ocean in the east to the Pacific Ocean in the west. It shares land borders with the USA, and has marine borders with France and Greenland. Canada is the world's 2nd largest country by total area. The country is a member of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN/ dialogue partner), Council of Europe (observer), G7, International Chamber of Commerce, International Monetary Fund, North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA), World Trade Organization, World Customs Organization and other international organizations. 

Import tariffs

Canada applies import tariffs in correspondence with the Harmonised Commodity Description and Coding System (HS). There are Most-Favoured Nation tariffs, as well as preferential tariff rates.  In order benefit from one of these particular tariff treatments, the imported products must meet certification, direct shipment conditions and country of origin markings. 

Tariffs are calculated on the basis of the FOB (freight on board) value of the products in the country of export and can be ad valorem. In addition, importers will have to pay a Goods and Service Tax (GST). Duties are collected by the customs authorities at the time of importation.

Product certification and labeling

Most of the imported products do not require licenses and permits. However, some of the imported goods are subject to a quantitative import restriction, and require a permit for importation. These products include: 

- agricultural products

- firearms

- textiles and clothing

- steel

Many Canadian provinces restrict the importation of alcoholic beverages.

Regarding labeling requirements it should be mentioned that Canada is officially bilingual, and as a result labeling and packaging requirements have a particular importance. Thus, the Consumer Packaging and Labelling Act requires that all labels be bilingual, written in English and French. In addition, the following details must be indicated on the label/package:

- product identity

- net quantity

- dealer's name and principal place of business.

In Quebec, labeling of food products must be in French or have a French version displayed at least as prominently as the other language.

Concerning packaging requirements, it should be noticed that a certificate of disinfection is required for straw, hay, peat, moss, or other raw packing materials of the soil. Packing materials such as used sacks, bags and canvas are prohibited.

Documents for import

Pro-forma invoice

Commercial invoice

A Canada Customs Invoice (CCI) should be used for all shipments with a freight on board (FOB) value of C$1,600 and over. Commercial invoices can be used but must include all the information required in the CCI. 

For all fresh produce shipments, a Confirmation of Sale form is required by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) as evidence that a firm purchase agreement has been made. 

Bill of lading

Manifest/Cargo Control Document

Customs Coding Form (Form B3) 

The form includes the tariff classification, value for duty and the origin of the products, in addition to other information.

Certificate of origin

Packing list (optional)

Certificate of insurance

Public health requirements

Imports of animals, plants and their products (including fruit and vegetables, other foods, seeds, forest products) require health certificates. These imports are also subject to inspection upon arrival.

Fruit and vegetables, honey, meat, fish and processed foodstuffs are subject to specific regulations. Exporters must confirm with their importers that their products meet the full requirements of the Canadian legislation.

Quality standards and labeling requirements for drugs and patent medicines are prescribed. 

Sources:

http://www.cbsa-asfc.gc.ca/trade-commerce/tariff-tarif/menu-eng.html 

http://www.international.gc.ca/controls-controles/about-a_propos/impor/canada.aspx?lang=eng 

http://canadabusiness.ca/government/regulations/regulated-business-activities/importing-regulations/