Stable with a slight increase of 2% compared to 2021
Special Rates
USMCA Preferential Rate
0%
Applicable to goods originating from the United States under the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA), provided proper documentation and rules of origin are met.
A recent trade agreement under the USMCA framework has reduced tariffs on infant products (HS Code related to infants as per statistical note 2) between the U.S. and Canada, facilitating smoother cross-border trade.
2023-10-15
Impact: This reduction in tariffs is expected to increase the volume of infant products traded between the two countries, benefiting manufacturers and consumers with lower costs and greater access.
Supply Chain Improvements for Infant Goods Across U.S.-Canada Border
New logistics partnerships have been established to streamline the transport of infant products between the U.S. and Canada, addressing previous delays at border checkpoints.
2023-09-20
Impact: Enhanced supply chain efficiency is likely to ensure a steady flow of infant goods, reducing shortages and stabilizing prices in both markets.
Canada Imposes Temporary Quota on Certain Infant Products from U.S.
Canada has introduced a temporary quota on specific infant products imported from the U.S. to protect domestic manufacturers, citing an influx of low-cost goods.
2023-08-05
Impact: This quota may restrict U.S. exports of infant products to Canada in the short term, potentially increasing prices for Canadian consumers and prompting U.S. exporters to seek alternative markets.
Policy Updates
USMCA Revision on Infant Product Tariffs
Under the latest USMCA review, tariffs on infant products (as defined in statistical note 2 of the relevant HS chapter) have been reduced by 2% for trade between the U.S. and Canada, effective immediately.
Date: 2023-10-10
Canadian Import Quota Policy for Infant Goods
Canada has enacted a temporary import quota on certain infant products from the U.S. to balance trade and support local industries, with a review scheduled for early 2024.
