These rulings are honoured nationally, unless they are modified or revoked. The importer has to advise the CBSA of any changes related to a ruling.
You can get an NCR by contacting your nearest CBSA Customs Client Services office.
Guidelines
NCRs have to be based on complete and accurate information. A ruling will not be issued if a request is hypothetical in nature. Clients can ask for NCRs covering a maximum of five products.
The CBSA has set a standard for issuing NCRs within 30 days of receipt of complete information. When laboratory or other complex analysis is required or if a verification audit is deemed necessary, the standard shall be 120 days. Applicants are notified if the CBSA needs more information or if there is a delay in issuing an NCR.
Importers should either attach a copy of the NCR or should quote the NCR number (Technical Reference System number) in the "Description" field of Form B3, Canada Customs Coding Form, or the input ruling reference number field (KI60) for Customs Automated Data Exchange-(CADEX) participants. This ensures that the importers get the benefits of the NCR.
After the ruling is made, importers are expected to apply NCRs to all relevant importations. Otherwise, the CBSA may consider retroactive reassessment.
If you require personal assistance contact the Customs Client Services Office closest to you (see Related Reading: Customs Offices - Supplement or from Canada Border Service Agency's Web site for a list of addresses).
New Brunswick Contact(s):
See National Contact.