Notice to Importers Eggs and Egg Products (Item 135 to 139 on the Import Control List)

In Brief

Imports of eggs and egg products into Canada are subject to import controls under Canada’s EIPA. Accordingly, an import permit is required for shipments of eggs and egg products to enter Canada. Import permits for shipments of eggs and egg products destined to the Canadian market are issued to allocation holders under Canada’s tariff rate quota (TRQ) for eggs and egg products, which is administered by Global Affairs Canada.

The access quantity for the eggs and egg products TRQ is 21,370,000 dozen or 2.988% of the previous year’s domestic production as determined by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, whichever is greater. The allocation period for the eggs and egg products TRQ extends from January 1 to December 31, inclusive.

This Notice to Importers sets out the policies and practices pertaining to the administration of the TRQ, including the allocation, underutilization, return and transfer policies. This Notice also explains how to apply for import permits.