Looking to import CG into Canada, need to prove "Country of Origin"

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Gents,
I'm looking at picking up a Brunswick Gold Crown from the US and importing it into Canada. No big deal but I'll have to go through the standard border stuff and since I won't be in the US long enough to qualify there will be duties payable (sales taxes really).
I'll have a bill of sale but the question for the table will be "Country of Origin?". I know the Gold Crown was manufactured in the US but I need to find something legit enough that shows that they were manufactured in the US. Any suggestions?
Do the tables typically have any "Made in the USA" labels?

Thanks
Modan
 
I think they do but I can't be certain. Post this on the mechanics sub forum and I am positive you will get accurate info there.
 
Importing to Canada

Hi,

I have imported 4 pool tables into Canada (3 Brunswicks and a Diamond). I don't believe the country of origin matters as there is no duty on pool tables. You just need to pay the HST on what you paid for it regardless of where is was made. Country of origin was never a question in any of my experiences.

Steve
 
stix_n_stones said:
Hi,

I have imported 4 pool tables into Canada (3 Brunswicks and a Diamond). I don't believe the country of origin matters as there is no duty on pool tables. You just need to pay the HST on what you paid for it regardless of where is was made. Country of origin was never a question in any of my experiences.

Steve
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Excellent!
Did you physically drive them across the border or have them shipped?
 
I could be wrong but I don't think there is duty on Sporting Goods into Canada. Part of the Free Trade Deal.

Tax, yes, Canuckian Gov loves its Tax.

I just wish they knew that when I get cues in. Some do, some don't. Crap, I got a cue in for repair from the USA and they charged me Duty on it, even tho it was addressed to Tricky Moon Cue Repair and listed as a repair.

Bad name, I guess they figured that I was trying to be Tricky. Can't blame them as there are many ways to try and get around Duty but still hurt a bit. 30 bucks Duty before the repair started. I ate the 30 as it wasn't the owners fault.
 
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Blue Hog ridr said:
I could be wrong but I don't think there is duty on Sporting Goods into Canada. Part of the Free Trade Deal.

Tax, yes, Canuckian Gov loves its Tax.

I just wish they knew that when I get cues in. Some do, some don't. Crap, I got a cue in for repair from the USA and they charged me Duty on it, even tho it was addressed to Tricky Moon Cue Repair and listed as a repair.

Bad name, I guess they figured that I was trying to be Tricky. Can't blame them as there are many ways to try and get around Duty but still hurt a bit. 30 bucks Duty before the repair started. I ate the 30 as it wasn't the owners fault.
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I find that being charged taxes on mailed items is very hit and miss. It used to be that you you could get the shipper to declare items as a gift to avoid the taxes but these days most items get through tax free as long as they are shipped via USPS/CanadaPost. Every once in a while though they nail you.
Driving a pool table across the border isn't very subtle though. The tax man will want his cut. I think the least he could do is help unload when we get home if he wants the $$. :D
 
Yes, and if you get lucky and avoid the Duty, they charge you $15 handling fee.

So, they get their due no matter what.

But you're right as it seems to be hit and miss. There are times when you fully expect Duty and there is none and times when there shouldn't be, there is Duty and Handling.

It can be a head scratcher but not worth your time or money to dispute the claim as by the time it comes your way, its just not worth it it.
 
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Blue Hog ridr said:
Yes, and if you get lucky and avoid the Duty, they charge you $15 handling fee.

So, they get their due no matter what.

But you're right as it seems to be hit and miss. There are times when you fully expect Duty and there is none and times when there shouldn't be, there is Duty and Handling.

It can be a head scratcher but not worth your time or money to dispute the claim as by the time it comes your way, its just not worth it it.
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Unless they have raised it lately, the inspection fee is $5.00.
If they don't inspect it, no inspection fee, no duty, no taxes.

Whether or not something gets nailed is a mystery.
I've had expensive jewelery and a snooker cue with an aluminum case sail through even though they carried info giving the proper fat purchase prices.
Seyberts sent a package labeled "pool sample" with a value of $10. Had it been opened they would have found the invoice with the real price. :eek:

If you can figure out how to mail a Gold Crown you have an excellent chance of avoiding all charges. :D
Just convince the seller to not insure the package - insurance will increase the expense dramatically. :eek:
 
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5 dollars eh. I will have to check the next time I get an item in, but I am pretty sure that it has been $15 for a handling fee. And then of course GST
on top of that.

One thing I try and not do is use UPS. They seem to have their own handling fee on top of their shipping charges etc. I believe that it is marked as a Customs Fee on their bill of lading.
 
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