French companies are seeking to take advantage of duty free CETA import to Canada. As e-commerce parcel delivery volumes from France to Canada continue to grow, European's are searching for Canadian delivery options.
Jet Worldwide, we specialize in helping companies establish USA and Canada domestic distribution systems with low initial set up costs.
In this blog, we review:
- Shipping options France to US via duty free section 321
- Shipping France to Canada and duty free CETA for French origin goods
- Shipping e-commerce orders to France and the EU
- Shipping Shopify orders to France and the EU
We are seeing increased interest from small and medium sized firms in France seeking information on sending parcels from France to the USA as well as sending parcels from France to Canada. Using our new international parcel logistics services, French companies can economically send parcels from France to USA via integrated carriers which allows for:
- Access to low fixed costs storage in our distribution centres
- Access to low cost USA parcel carriers
- Access to low cost Canadian parcel carriers
French companies can send directly via Canada Post rather than using La Poste
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Economic relationship between France and Canada
French - Canadian economic and trade relations are dynamic and diversified. France is a major European trading partner for Canada.
Common commodities imported to Canada from France Include:
- pharmaceuticals,
- aerospace products (Airbus and Bombardier)
- mechanical and electrical equipment
- beverages (great wine!)
- beauty products
The most common issue for companies sending parcels from France to USA - or sending parcels from France to Canada - is the high cost.
Items made in France may be eligible for duty free entry to Canada under CETA provisions and duty free entry of individual orders under Section 321 to the US. Goods can be imported and warehoused in Montreal to serve North America.
Jet Worldwide specializes in providing economical delivery options to small and medium size shippers who also rely on our international courier and logistics professionals. Our experts have decades of experience in express parcel logistics and openly consult with companies on the best parcel logistics practices.
Shipping duty free direct from France to US via Ocean
Using Section 321 type 86 entries, e-commerce merchants can clear e-commerce orders shipped via individual parcels shipped via ocean freight. Contact our team for information on clearing ocean freight shipments via duty free section 321 processes.
How can Jet Worldwide can help?
- Low minimum warehousing in Canada, USA and France
- Low cost parcel delivery in USA
- Low cost parcel delivery in Canada
- Economical international courier delivery from France
- Return Management / Reverse Logistics
What is Section 321 for Shipments from France to the US?
US Customs allows most individual orders valued under $800 USD to be entered and cleared duty free into the USA. This entry type is known as a Section 321 Informal Entry. Using this entry type, importers can consolidate all their qualifying orders under one entry without H.S. Codes and benefit from duty free entry.
Most goods cleared via a section 321 informal entry are imported under Part 128 of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR). As such, they are imported to facilities with port codes that define them as Express facilities or ECCF's. Many express operators are also able to clear via freight facilities (with section 321 processes) known as a Container Freight Station or CFS.
For importers who have H.S. codes, it may be best to use a Section 321 "type 86" entry. Using this entry type, goods can be imported via traditional methods using the Automated Broker Interface or ABI system.
Ship to the USA via Canada via Jet Worldwide
Jet Worldwide has proud history with France including having previous financial ties with the French postal authority, La Poste. When considering expanding to North America, many French companies start first with Quebec. The shared language makes for an easier initial integration in the same way American companies first look to the United Kingdom when looking to expand to Europe.
Shipping Personal effects France from Canada
Personal effects to France are eligible for clearance free of duty and taxes. The requirements of personal effects include:
- French customs requires a full detailed invoice with itemized values
- Paperwork must clearly mention 'Used Personal Effects'
- Customs inspection made upon arrival and consignee will be contacted
- Items must be used and for personal use only
Shipping of excess baggage to France: Generally, it is simpler and easier to ship your personal effects as excess baggage when you travel. Carrier excess baggage fees for a couple of bags is most often less expensive than shipping separately without having to manage the entry requirements (discussed above).
Shipping a box or several boxes: Jet Worldwide provides solutions shipping of international personal effects Spain from Canada via economy air. Get a shipping quote France from Canada via Jet.
Shipping a household/ container level: For shipping a full household, it is best to contact a moving specialists to arrange for packing and ocean transport.
Whether seeking warehousing options in France, Canada and/or the USA - Jet Worldwide is uniquely qualified to help French companies ship to Quebec and Canada.
Jet Worldwide offers express international delivery solutions to France from Montréal, Canada. For freight shipping to France in only a few days, Jet is your courier option! Parcel Delivery to France, Parcel Delivery to Paris from Montreal, Toronto, anywhere in Canada!
CETA Duty Free import to Canada for French Origin Goods:
Qualifying French origin goods can be imported to Canada duty free under the European Canadian Free trade (CETA) rules. Preferential duty treatment can be obtained by a simple statement on the invoice that includes required wording.
French origin goods shipped FROM France TO Canada
Canadian companies can more easily take advantage of duty free clearance from a CPTPP Country.
Proof of origin requirements under Canada's free trade agreements
The value for duty amount for all of Canada's free trade agreements (including CPTPP) for which the proof of origin / certificate of origin is waived was changed to $3,300 CAD in July 2020. This change was made to harmonize the regulations with the new NAFTA/CUSMA.
For imports not exceeding $3,300 to Canada, the requirement for proof of origin is waived. The requirement on the importer to maintain records (for example, commercial invoice and B3) applies even if the CBSA does not require a certification of origin or if a requirement for a certification of origin has been waived.
Shipping e-commerce orders to France and the EU
With an affinity for Canadian products, France’s online market is one of the world’s largest. Now more than ever, Canadian companies are looking for direct shipping, last-mile delivery, and clearance solutions for their shipping of e-commerce orders to France and the EU.
Here are a few things to consider when developing high-volume shipping solutions from Quebec and Canada to France and the EU:
- Customers shipping goods valued under EUR 150 do not have to pay duty; however, the VAT still applies.
- Goods shipped from Canada via France to the rest of the EU can be imported with a French VAT Number.
- Jet Worldwide can assist North American companies in their development of direct shipping solutions to France and the EU.
- Jet Worldwide can help Canadian companies set up fiscal representation in France to facilitate final formalities as needed.
- Jet Worldwide can provide customers with a duties and taxes estimate in advance of shipping, enabling Canadian retailers to determine the import cost of their online orders.
Shipping Canadian Shopify Orders to France and the EU
Jet Worldwide is developing international shipping solutions for Shopify, Canada's leading e-commerce platform. Building on Jet Worldwide’s decades of Canadian cross-border parcel shipping experience, our team is currently developing Shopify-integrated solutions for shipping to France and the entire European Union, allowing businesses to “self-fulfill” their orders.
For updates on the latest international shipping solutions for Canadian online orders, connect with Jet Worldwide’s e-commerce team.
Getting quote for shipping between the UK, France and European Union and Canada.
Jet Worldwide gives access to all companies seeking shipping quotes between France and the European Union and Canada for parcels pallets, and online orders. For a quote, please provide:
- Your company name and contact details
- Ship from Address
- Ship To Address
- Weight and dimensions of each piece
- Item(s) being sent
- Value
Contact Jet: For a quote for shipping online orders, regular volumes and logistics support; provide details including shipping volume, item(s) being shipped, average value and weight of each parcel. The more details the better :).
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