Canada eases retaliatory tariffs on the US

Canada said it would lift many retaliatory tariffs on US goods, signaling progress in mending trade relations between the two countries.

Canada announced it would lift many retaliatory tariffs on US goods. Photo: Caliber

The revised tariff policy will align Canada’s approach more closely with US measures under the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA). This means many US-made consumer goods will no longer be subject to a 25% tariff when imported into Canada, as long as they meet the terms of the agreement.

However, tariffs on US steel and aluminum products, as well as autos, are expected to remain in place. These sectors continue to be subject to tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump, and Canada has also responded.

The move to adjust tariffs on consumer goods is also designed to pave the way for a review of the USMCA, which is expected to take place in the coming months. Maintaining the USMCA is important for Canada and Mexico. More than 75% of Canadian exports and more than 80% of Mexican exports go to the United States.

The decision also marks a significant policy shift for Canada, which initially responded quickly and aggressively to Washington's protectionist measures.

The announcement came after a phone call between Mr. Carney and Mr. Trump, the first since the two countries failed to negotiate ahead of the August 1 tariff deadline. According to information from the Canadian Prime Minister's office, after a "productive and extensive" conversation, both leaders agreed to meet again soon and Mr. Carney's cancellation of retaliatory tariffs will promote negotiations between Ottawa and Washington.

Canada quickly imposed retaliatory tariffs on C$30 billion ($21.7 billion) worth of U.S. goods under Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, ranging from orange juice and wine to clothing and motorcycles. In response to U.S. steel and aluminum tariffs, Canada imposed tariffs on similar metals and consumer goods from its neighbor.

In July, President Trump announced he would raise tariffs to 35% on Canada “in response to Canada’s continued inaction and retaliatory measures” related to stopping the flow of fentanyl into the United States.

According to CNBC

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