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Canadian Foreign Minister Comments on Canada's New Iran Sanctions
July 28, 2010 by Marie Rapport|International Sources

The Minister of Foreign Affairs commented on July 26, 2010 on Canada’s new sanctions against Iran. “For almost 20 years, Iran has concealed its nuclear program and has violated its international obligations on non-proliferation. On July 11, 2010, Iran announced that it had produced 20 kilograms of uranium enriched to nearly 20 percent, in flagrant violation of previously imposed resolutions. These actions bring Iran closer to building nuclear weapons that threaten us all. Under the Special Economic Measures Act, Canada is imposing further sanctions. The new measures prohibit dealings with designated persons involved in nuclear, chemical, biological and missile proliferation. They ban the export of proliferation-sensitive goods, items for refining oil and gas, all remaining arms, and technology related to these goods. They prohibit any new investment in Iran’s oil and gas sector. These measures also bar Iranian financial institutions from establishing a presence in Canada, and vice versa, while banning correspondent banking relationships with Iranian financial institutions and the purchase of Iranian government debt. The sanctions are effective immediately."

ECHA's REACH-IT System Will Close Aug 4-6, 2010
July 28, 2010 by Barbara Chaves|International Sources

The European Chemicals Agency will install an upgraded version of REACH-IT from August 4-6, 2010. During this time, it will not be possible to submit dossiers or use REACH-IT. REACH-IT will reopen on August 6 at 12:00 CET, permitting companies to submit dossiers before the weekend closure.

Montreal Port Announces Labor Agreement, Work to Resume at Terminals
July 27, 2010 by Karen Marzullo|International Sources

The Montreal Port Authority has issued a press release announcing that the Maritime Employers Association (MEA) and its longshore labor force have reached an agreement allowing work to resume at the Port of Montreal’s terminals. According to the Port Authority, following this back to work agreement, here is the situation at the Port of Montreal:

India and WCO Meet to Discuss Establishment of AEO Program
July 27, 2010 by Marie Rapport|International Sources

The World Customs Organization Secretary General visited New Delhi on July 22 - 23 2010 to attend a dialogue session to discuss the establishment of an Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) program. Indian Customs explained its gradual approach to starting an AEO pilot project in the country. Business representatives sought clarification on the impact of the AEO program on small and medium sized enterprises which are the major component of the Indian trade sector. They expressed interest in greater participation in securing and facilitating the global trade supply chain. WCO Secretary General Mikuriya also had a series of meetings with the management team of Indian Customs to review progress in India, particularly with respect to their IT system, risk management, and performance measurement.

Canada Lists Requirements for Import, Manufacture of Formaldehyde
July 27, 2010 by Marie Rapport|International Sources

Canad's Department of the Environment has issued a notice stating that it permits the manufacture or import of the following in accordance with the conditions listed: Formaldehyde, polymer with N1-(2-aminoethyl)-N2[2-[(2-aminoethyl)amino]ethyl]-1,2-ethanediamine, alkane bis oxymethyleneoxirane, 4,4′-(1-methylethylidene)bis[phenol] and 2,2′-[(1-methylethylidene)bis(4,1-phenyleneoxymethylene)]bis [oxirane], reaction products with Bu glycidyl ether and 1-[[2-[(2-aminoethyl)amino]ethyl]amino]-3-phenoxy-2-propanol, acetates (salts).