Guidance document on Off-Road Compression-Ignition Engine Emission Regulations: appendix H

Appendix VIII: quick guide to importation

Quick guide to importation as described in section H. This guide is intended to provide guidance for importation based on the circumstances surrounding the engine.

I want to import…	Step 1: Determine what “type” of engine	Step 2: Gather evidence of conformity	Step 3: Submit import declaration and other required documentation	Step 4: Ensure engines are labelled or accompanied by necessary documentation	Step 5: Import engines	Step 6: Maintain records	Step 7: Submit annual reports (if required)
Transition engines	Are the engines “concurrent sale” or “Canada-unique”(see G.5)?	For concurrent sale, you will need to have the information available (see G.5) For Canada-unique, you will need to submit the information prior to importation (see G.5)	See H.1 on import declarations. Note that there are options depending on your import volume (5 or less, more than 50)	See Appendix VI on engine labelling See I.1 on maintenance instructions	Import engines	Maintain records of your importation and for engines not yet installed in or on a machine, ensure you have the information required for the annual report. Keep records of all documentation submitted to Environment Canada. See G.6.1 on maintaining records.	Submit annual report (see F.6.5) If applicable, submit bulk declaration forms (see H.7)
Tier 4 compliant engines	Are the engines “concurrent sale” or “Canada-unique” (see G.3)?	For concurrent sale, you will need to have the information available (see G.3.1) For Canada-unique, you will need to submit the information prior to importation (see G.3.2)	See H.1 on import declarations. Note that there are options depending on your import volume.	See Appendix VI on engine labelling See I.1 on maintenance instructions	Import engines	Maintain records of your importation Keep records of all documentation submitted to Environment Canada. See G.6.1 on maintaining records.	If applicable, submit bulk declaration forms (see H.7)
Replacement engines	Ensure the engine is truly a replacement engine (see I.4)	See I.4	See H.1 on import declarations. Note that there are options depending on your import volume.	See Appendix VI on engine labelling See I.1 on maintenance instructions	Import engines	Maintain records of your importation Keep records of all documentation submitted to Environment Canada. See G.6.1 on maintaining records.	If applicable, submit bulk declaration forms (see H.7)
Engines for export	n/a	n/a	n/a	Ensure your engine is accompanied by the necessary statement (see H.8)	Import engines	Maintain records of your importation Keep records of all documentation submitted to Environment Canada. See G.6.1 on maintaining records.	n/a
Incomplete engines	Will the engine be completed as per the Environmental Protection Agency certificate for the engine (see H.11)?	No, a national emissions mark (NEM) will be required. See E. Yes, ensure that your engine will remain in your possession and control. See H.11.	See H.1 on import declarations. Note that there are options depending on your import volume.	See Appendix VI on engine labelling See I.1 on maintenance instructions	Import engines	Maintain records of your importation and ensure that the engine remains in your possession and control until assembly is complete. See H.11. Keep records of all documentation submitted to Environment Canada. See G.6.1 on maintaining records.	Submit bulk declaration forms
Engines excluded under subsection 5(2) or under the act	n/a	n/a	Case specific	See Appendix VI on engine labelling	Import engines	Keep records of all documentation submitted to Environment Canada. See G.6.1 on maintaining records.	n/a
A mix of engines	Determine the engine type for each engine.	Follow the appropriate procedure for each different “type” of engine.

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Date modified:: 2017-08-07