Trump administration adjusts Section 338 tariffs on Canadian goods
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Trump administration, Office of the United States Trade Representative
USA, Canada
September 8, 2026
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The U.S. administration added 110 items to the tariff list while removing others, resulting in a net increase in tariffed goods value. New bans were imposed on Canadian alcohol, whey protein, molasses, and motorcycles. The move is described as a recalibration of trade policy rather than a major escalation.
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