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Section 301 forced labour tariff: what it means for Canada

Since July 24, 2026 the U.S. charges a 10% forced labour tariff on goods from about 60 economies, Canada included.

Updated October 26, 2026 · By DutyHarbor Advisory, 15+ years running imports and exports across Canada, the U.S. and India

Canadian goods pay an extra 10% under Section 301 since July 24, 2026, unless they qualify for USMCA or are on an exemption annex.

The basics

What to do

  1. Check that each product qualifies under USMCA and that the certification is current. That alone removes this tariff.
  2. For goods that don't qualify, check your code against the exemption annexes.
  3. Remember it stacks with Section 338 if your code is on that list.

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Questions

Does the Section 301 forced labour tariff apply to Canada?

Yes, 10% on Canadian goods from July 24, 2026, with exemptions.

Are USMCA goods exempt?

Yes. Goods that qualify under USMCA are exempt from this tariff.

Does it stack with Section 338?

Yes, on goods that don't qualify for USMCA and whose code is on the Section 338 list.

Sources

This guide is general information, not legal or customs advice. Confirm your product code, origin and duty with a licensed customs broker before you act.