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Remission of tariffs that apply on certain goods from the U.S. - Canada

Remission of tariffs that apply on certain goods from the U.S.

Last Update: May 14, 2025
Canada
Relief from U.S. tariffs for eligible Canadian importers

Remission of tariffs that apply on certain goods from the U.S. at a glance

Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Timeline
  • Open Date : March 4, 2025
Financing Type
Other Support
Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Grant Providers
  • Government of Canada
Status
Open

Overview of the Remission of tariffs that apply on certain goods from the U.S. program

The Remission of tariffs that apply on certain goods from the U.S. program offers relief or refunds of tariffs on U.S. products under exceptional circumstances, with no specified maximum funding amount. Its purpose is to support Canadian businesses facing challenges in sourcing specific goods domestically, enabling them to apply for tariff remission when justified by compelling economic factors.

Eligible projects & activities

  • Requesting remission of tariffs on U.S. goods that cannot be sourced domestically or from non-U.S. suppliers.
  • Seeking relief from tariffs in exceptional cases to mitigate severe adverse impacts on the Canadian economy.
Examples of admissible projects:

$ 99,600

Applying for tariff relief on U.S.-made medical imaging equipment

$ 182,500

Requesting tariff remission for U.S. precision steel imports

$ 83,200

Refund request for tariffs on U.S. irrigation technology systems

$ 142,900

Remission request for tariffs on U.S. solar panel inverters

$ 30,400

Requesting tariff remission for U.S. circuit boards for electronics

Eligibility criteria of the Remission of tariffs that apply on certain goods from the U.S. program

  • The applicant must be a company registered in Canada.
  • The remission request must address situations where goods used as inputs cannot be sourced domestically or reasonably from non-U.S. sources, or relate to other exceptional circumstances with severe adverse impacts on the Canadian economy.
  • The application must include all required information and necessary supporting documentation as outlined by the Government of Canada.

Who is eligible?

  • Companies registered in Canada importing goods from the United States subject to Canadian tariffs

Who is not eligible

  • Companies not registered in Canada.

Eligible expenses

  • Tariffs that have already been paid on eligible U.S. goods, subject to remission approval.

Eligible geographic areas

  • Companies registered in Canada.

Eligibility criteria of the Remission of tariffs that apply on certain goods from the U.S. program

  • Demonstration that goods or suitable substitutes cannot be sourced domestically in Canada or from non-U.S. suppliers.
  • Presence of exceptional circumstances that could have severe adverse impacts on the Canadian economy.
  • Provision of sufficient and substantiated information to support the remission request, including evidence of sourcing challenges and economic impact.
  • Clear outline of the exceptional and compelling circumstances justifying the remission from a public policy perspective.
  • Consideration of the effect of remission on Canadian competitors and domestic producers.

How to apply to the Remission of tariffs that apply on certain goods from the U.S. program

1
Identify eligible goods and conditions
  • Identify products imported from the United States affected by tariffs starting March 4, 2025
  • Determine if the goods meet exceptional circumstances for remission
2
Gather required company and product details
  • Collect company details including business number, structure, locations, and employee count
  • Gather information about the goods, tariff classifications, and import values
  • Compile documentation on sourcing attempts and inability to procure from Canadian or non-U.S. suppliers
3
Prepare supporting documentation
  • Prepare evidence supporting the remission request, including customs documents, manufacturing costs, and market impacts
  • Provide supporting materials such as contracts, market studies, and consent to share non-confidential information
4
Complete the remission request template
  • Complete the remission request template with all requested information
  • Ensure confidential details are marked appropriately
5
Submit the remission request
  • Submit the remission request via email to remissions-remises@fin.gc.ca
  • Include “U.S. Remission” in the subject line
6
Request review by government authorities
  • The Department of Finance assesses the request in consultation with relevant departments and interested parties
  • Possible consultation with domestic producers regarding short supply issues
7
Receive government decision
  • Government decision made on remission request after assessment and consultations
  • Approval, if granted, results in an Order in Council

Additional information

  • Requests must include both confidential and sufficient non-confidential information to facilitate consultation with domestic producers.
  • All remission requests are reviewed by the Department of Finance in collaboration with other federal agencies.
  • Decisions require approval through an Order in Council, upon recommendation by the Minister of Finance.
  • Supporting documents such as independent studies or letters of support may strengthen the application.

Contact Government of Canada

remissions-remises@fin.gc.ca

Apply to this program

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