[NTLK] USA Import/Export of electronics

[Grant Hutchinson]

I haven’t imported anything from the states since the whole tariff debacle began, so I can’t add anything to that conversation.

However, I’m happy to report that exporting vintage computer parts from Canada to the US hasn’t resulted in any issues, aside from the extra step of categorizing individual items by type and country of origin using the Zonos app.

https://zonos.com/canada-post

g.

> On Sep 12, 2026, at 1:37 PM, Dan <dan at dbdigitalweb.com> wrote:
> 
> UGH.  Thanks for the heads up Victor.  While I haven't bought/sold anything lately that would fit in the category, I often do and good to know (and mention it to the seller if they aren't aware).  But again UGH, this just keeps getting worse and worse. :(
> 
> -Dan
> 
> On 9/12/2026 1:34 AM, Victor Rehorst wrote:
> 
>> Noticed this thread on the VCF forums and thought that it would be pertinent to folks here, in case anyone else (like me) was unaware:
>> 
>> https://forum.vcfed.org/index.php?threads/usa-import-export-of-electronics-a-warning-to-those-buying-and-selling-as-of-august-2026.1258636/
>> 
>> The TL;DR seems to be that, if you're exporting vintage electronics out of the USA, it *needs* to have clear and detailed customs documentation to have a *chance* of passing through customs without being delayed, returned, or seized.  Seems to definitely be happening to items with vague descriptions like "computer parts" or stated to be non-working.
>> 
>> -V.