The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) is actively protecting domestic industries by launching trade investigations into unfairly priced and subsidized steel racks, forged grinding media, and plywood imported from China.
CBSA Actions & Investigations
Steel Racks & Plywood:
On April 20, 2026, the CBSA launched investigations into whether steel racks and certain plywood products from China are being illegally dumped or subsidized.
Forged Grinding Media:
The CBSA is applying temporary duties on forged grinding media imported from China, a market valued at approximately $200 million annually, to support domestic mining and steel production industries.
Enforcing Trade Laws:
The agency continues to strictly enforce Canadian trade laws and collect billions in duties and taxes to help maintain a level playing field for Canadian businesses.
Steel Derivative Goods Surtax:
Effective December 26, 2025, a 25% surtax on the value for duty applies to certain steel derivative goods imported into Canada, in accordance with the Steel Derivative Goods Surtax Order.
U.S.-Origin Surtaxes:
Certain United States-origin goods, including selected motor vehicles and designated steel and aluminum products, remain subject to a 25% surtax.
Argo Customs Brokers Is at Your Service
Trade investigations, surtaxes, anti-dumping measures, and changing import requirements can significantly affect your customs costs and compliance obligations.
Argo Customs Brokers can assist you with:
- Reviewing HS classifications and product applicability
- Understanding anti-dumping, countervailing, and surtax measures
- Supporting customs compliance and import planning
- Navigating CBSA trade investigations and duty requirements
Contact Argo Customs Brokers today to help ensure your imports remain compliant and your duty exposure is properly managed.