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Canada imposes 25% tariff on US apparel, other items amid trade war

02 Feb '25
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Canada imposes 25% tariff on US apparel, other items amid trade war
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  • Canada has announced a 25 per cent tariff on US apparel imports, effective February 4, 2025, as part of a $155 billion retaliatory package against US trade measures.
  • The move targets $30 billion in goods, including clothing, footwear, and beverages, with $125 billion more under review.
  • Ministers LeBlanc and Joly vowed to protect Canada's economy while warning of US supply chain disruptions.
The Canadian government has announced a 25 per cent tariff on US apparel imports, effective February 4, 2025, in response to what it calls “unjustified” US trade measures against Canadian goods.

Part of a $155 billion retaliatory tariff package, the move targets $30 billion in US imports, including clothing, footwear, appliances, motorcycles, and beverages. An additional $125 billion in tariffs on other US goods—including vehicles, steel, and agricultural products—will undergo public consultation before implementation.

Finance Minister Dominic LeBlanc and Foreign Affairs Minister Mélanie Joly stated that Canada “will not stand idly by” as its economy and workers face unfair penalties. The government also warned that US tariffs would harm American industries by raising consumer costs and disrupting supply chains.

In addition, Canada is establishing a remission process to mitigate the impact on its businesses and workers while exploring further countermeasures if the US trade actions persist.

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