I .Ean that's how it was for Canadians, it's not like we had an actual work around there either. People just don't bother to declare stuff when crossing.

REGULATIONS

Returning to the U.S.

Less than 48 hours in Canada:

$200 USD worth of goods per person, tax and duty freeAny purchase of alcohol or tobacco products may be subject to duties and taxes

48+ hours in Canada:

$800 USD worth of goods per person, tax and duty freePurchases may include 1 litre of alcohol, 200 cigarettes (1 carton), and 100 cigarsFamily members can combine their tax and duty allowances