Discusses requirements for products entering the country/economy temporarily. including information on warranty and non-warranty items entering the country/economy for repair.
Last Published: 9/30/2019
Canada allows the temporary import free of duty and tax of certain commercial goods and equipment such as brochures, commercial samples, audio‑visual equipment, and industrial equipment for business meetings, trade shows, product demonstrations, and industrial or construction purposes.

If the goods are eligible for free entry, a refundable security deposit ‑‑ in the form of cash or bond ‑‑ may be required. Further information on Canada's Form E29B ("temporary entry") and other requirements are available on the Canada Border Services Agency (www.cbsa-asfc.gc.ca/comm-eng.html) website. Information on temporary entry of personal goods and equipment can also be found on this website.

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