40 of the Best Canadian Souvenirs for Travellers to Take Home
- Maple Syrup.
- Products Made From Maple Syrup.
- Tim Horton’s Coffee.
- Nanaimo Bars.
- Butter Tarts.
- Laura Secord Chocolate.
- Saskatoon Berry Jam.
- Canadian Snacks.
What can I bring back to US from Canada?
Many prepared foods that are unopened and commercially labeled are admissible (excluding meats and meat products). You may bring bakery items and most cheeses into the United States. As a general rule, condiments, vinegars, oils, packaged spices, honey, maple syrup, coffee, fish, tea, and baby formula are admissible.
What can you not bring back from Canada?
There are many rules concerning what you can bring across the U.S. / Canadian border, and they change constantly.
If you are carrying any of the following items, you MUST disclose them to the US border official:
- Firearms.
- Fruits and vegetables.
- Plants and cut flowers.
- Meat and animal products.
- Live animals.
How much are you allowed to bring back from Canada?
You can claim goods worth up to CAN$200. Tobacco products and alcoholic beverages are not included in this exemption. If the value of the goods you are bringing back exceeds CAN$200, you cannot claim this exemption. Instead, duty and taxes are applicable on the entire amount of the imported goods.
What items are duty-free when coming into Canada?
Returning to Canada
- $800 CAD worth of goods per person.
- 1.14 litres (40 ounces) of liquor OR 1 case of beer (24x355ml cans/bottles) OR 1.5 litres of wine.
- Plus 200 cigarettes (1 carton); 50 cigars; 200 tobacco sticks and 200 grams of manufactured tobacco.
What has to be declared at U.S. Customs?
You must declare all items you purchased and are carrying with you upon return to the United States, including gifts for other people as well as items you bought for yourself. This includes duty-free items purchased in foreign countries, as well as any merchandise you intend to sell or use in your business.
What can you get in Canada but not the USA?
Foods You Can Only Get In Canada
- Cadbury Caramilk. Caramilk Bars are simply delicious.
- Kinder Surprise. I was shocked to find out that the USA didn’t have these!
- Presidents Choice Chips.
- Hickory Sticks.
- Dill Pickle Chips.
- Mars Bars.
- Beaver Tails.
- Nanaimo Bars.
What do you have to declare coming back from Canada?
You must declare all goods you acquired while outside Canada, including purchases, gifts, prizes and awards that you have with you or are being shipped to you.
What you can and Cannot bring across the Canadian border?
Some things are just not supposed to cross the border.
- Food: Fresh fruits and vegetables and animal and fish products.
- Live bait: Don’t bring minnows, leeches, smelts, or leeches on your fishing trips.
- Weapons: Guns and firearms, ammunition, fireworks, and mace and pepper spray are not allowed.
What items are exempt from import duty?
If you receive an imported gift by mail that is worth CAN$60 or less, you will not have to pay duty and/or tax on it.
Items that do not qualify for the CAN$60 gift exemption include the following:
- tobacco;
- alcoholic beverages;
- advertising material; and.
- items sent by a business.
Do you have to declare everything at customs?
Travellers have to declare everything they acquired abroad and possibly pay customs duty tax on goods. Some countries offer a duty-free allowance of certain products which may not need to be declared explicitly.
Can I bring gifts from Canada to us?
Sending vs Carrying gifts and other items
Gifts worth up to $100 may be sent – free of duty and tax – to U.S. friends and relatives if one person does not receive more than $100 worth of gifts in one day.
What food can you bring over the Canadian border?
3) Declare the product
| Product | Restrictions and requirements |
|---|---|
| Bread, pastries, cakes, fruit pies, biscuits and baked goods | Cannot contain meat. |
| Condiments, dressings | None |
| Confectionary, sweeteners, snack foods | Cannot contain meat. |
| Dairy products | Only cheese, ice cream, yogurt, and kashk are permitted |
How much can you bring into the US duty free?
You may bring back more than your exemption, but you will have to pay duty on it. In most cases, the personal exemption is $800, but there are some exceptions to this rule, which are explained below.
Is Duty Free cheaper in US or Canada?
Savvy Shoppers know the term Duty Free is synonymous with great savings you can trust. Land border duty free shops offer lower prices than Canadian & U.S. retail stores.
What are the duty free limits?
Duty-free limits are back for summer 2021
- Beer – 42 litres.
- Still wine – 18 litres.
- Spirits or sparkling wine – 4 litres.
Do I have to declare snacks at customs?
Yes, all food items and products must be declared when entering the U.S. You may be able to bring in food such as fruits, meats or other agricultural products depending on the region or country from which you are traveling.
Can I carry ready to eat food to USA?
Animal Products & Animal By-Products: Any kind of meats or meat products from other nations are not allowed into the U.S. Fresh, dried, canned, or cooked meat is most likely to be confiscated by the Customs officials.
Do I need to declare coffee at US Customs?
There are no restrictions on the importation of coffee, tea or spices for personal use, although they may be subject to Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) and Food and Drug Administration (FDA) inspections if a Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Officer suspects contamination or insect infestation of
What is famous in Canada to buy?
Here are some traditional and awesome Canadian gifts you shouldn’t board the plane without.
- Maple Syrup. Maple syrup is synonymous with Canada and is the perfect gift for a foodie.
- Canadian Ice Wine.
- Canadian Smoked Salmon.
- Aboriginal art.
- Wool blanket.
- Canadian sports gear.
What is something only in Canada?
Poutine is a Quebec dish of French fries covered with cheese curds and gravy, said cheese curds must be squeaky. Smarties and Coffee Crisp are chocolate bars and chocolate candy only found in Canada, not the USA. Butter Tarts a small, pecan-pie-like tart that has become a national treasure.