The specimen is collected in the US, and is the exporting country. I have already emailed to find out if he has the permit and not to worry, I will be sure that I see the document and have everything arranged post hoc.. As for it not being worth my while, I disagree, he can get me something that I very much want, and I can not find it elsewhere. Getting what I want is always worth it
As for him shipping to the customs office, he ships to the Canadian side, he is still the exporter, and as such, still has some semblance of responsibility.
Did I mention I love this spell checker?
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