US President Donald Trump has signed three proclamations under Section 338 of the Tariff Act of 1930, introducing additional 50% tariffs on selected Canadian imports. The White House said the measures respond to what it described as Canada’s discriminatory treatment of US exports, including vehicles, alcohol and dairy products.
The tariffs will take effect in 30 days and apply to covered goods regardless of USMCA status, while exemptions include energy, potash, fish, critical minerals and products already subject to Section 232 tariffs.
Key developments
- 50% tariffs will apply to selected Canadian imports, including wine, hockey sticks and cement.
- Measures are intended to address trade restrictions affecting US cars, alcohol and dairy exports.
- The White House said the tariffs are designed to promote reciprocal trade conditions.
- Exemptions include energy, potash, fish, critical minerals and certain other products.
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