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United States of America: Additional 50% import duties on certain products from Canada in response to motor vehicle trade discrimination

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20 Jul 2026

In July 2026, the United States of America announced the imposition of an additional 50% ad valorem duty on certain products imported from Canada for its alleged discrimination in motor vehicle trade.

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Implementation date

19 Aug 2026

Revocation date:

No revocation date

Clarification: 23 Jul 2026
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Recent update from 23 Jul 2026:

On 23 July 2026, the U.S. Federal Register published the Proclamation 11048 of 20 July 2026 ("Imposing Additional Duties To Offset Canadian Discrimination Against the Commerce of the United States ...

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