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Reminder – 2025 CUSMA/USMCA/FTA Blanket Certificate of Origin Renewal

blog | Jan 22, 2025

Delmar would like to remind its clients importing goods into Canada, the US and Mexico to obtain their new 2025 certificates covering applicable products, to maintain CUSMA/USMCA/FTA benefits, including duty free status. 

Agreements 

  • Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) 
  • United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA)  
  • Other free trade agreements (FTA)  

Importers typically renew blanket free trade agreement certificates on a calendar year basis (January 1st, 2025 - December 31st, 2025).   

A CUSMA/USMCA/FTA certificate is considered a legal international trade document and should be validated and signed by an individual with the appropriate knowledge and authority.  

If you do not use Delmar’s Brokerage service, please consult with your broker or contact us at [email protected] to learn more about our Brokerage services and how we can help. 

Additional Delmar Services Available to Support Your Business 

1. Delmar’s Compliance & Renewal Programs 

Ensure your certificate is accurate and up to date!  

Delmar can further support importers towards their quest for duty minimization and import compliance.  

This additional service involves a review of CUSMA/USMCA or FTA certificates: 

  • Review your certificate for accuracy and completeness  
  • Identify common errors and possible issues  
  • Provide feedback to clients if the certificate is invalid or requires correction  
  • Load valid certificates into our system for ease of access and ongoing maintenance  
  • Maintain on file for the specified period per customs regulations  

2. Need Help Identifying Certificate Qualifications?  

Not sure if you qualify for a free trade agreement certificate. We are here to help!  

This additional service involves:  

  • Qualifying your imported goods to ensure they are considered as originating under CUSMA/other free trade agreements.   
    • If you are interested, simply send us the bills of material (BOM) for each finished product and we will advise if the finished product qualifies for duty-free treatment under CUSMA.   
  • Solicitation services for free trade agreements from your vendors/suppliers.   

Delmar encourages its clients and all importers to review these important year-end matters for applicability to their specific trade programs and to take appropriate action as needed.  

 

For additional information and assistance, please contact your local Delmar Representative.   

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