Aug. 22 at 3:49 AM
So, the Trump administration's extra 50% tariffs on some Canadian imports, under Section 338 of the Tariff Act of 1930, are kicking in today, August 22, 2026, after a short break for talks that failed.
This Section 338, which they're using for the first time, lets them put up to 50% duties on stuff to fight back against other countries discriminating against U.S. goods.
It's hitting about
$20 billion in Canadian exports like dairy, booze, cars, and other things like wine, cement, and sports gear, and there are no USMCA exemptions.
This whole thing started with proclamations in July 2026, pointing to Canada's rules on U.S. dairy quotas, alcohol sales limits, and auto tariffs, which is really heating up trade tensions. But they're leaving out energy, potash, and critical minerals.
Canada has indicated its intention to proceed with retaliatory tariffs.
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