Enforcement of Surtax Orders on Steel, Aluminum, and EVs
Enforcement of Surtax Orders on Steel, Aluminum, and EVs
The Focus: Canada's trade measures—including Tariff Rate Quotas (TRQs) on non-CUSMA steel imports and retaliatory surtaxes—continue to see strict border enforcement.
Recent Policy Extensions: The federal government extended its steel TRQ regime and horizontal tariff relief measures through mid-2027, maintaining a 50% surtax on steel and aluminum imports that exceed quarterly country-specific limits.
Why It Matters for Importers: Businesses bringing in steel, aluminum, automotive components, or targeted goods from international markets must meticulously monitor quota limits, review product origins, and track evolving exemptions or remission orders to prevent unexpected cost spikes.
