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New 2025 US Trump Import TariffUpdated 15 days ago

On February 1, 2025, President Donald Trump signed executive orders imposing new tariffs on imports from Canada, effective February 4, 2025. These tariffs are primarily calculated based on where the product is manufactured rather than where the product is being fulfilled from.

Tariffs on Canada are applied based on the country of origin, meaning they apply to goods that are manufactured or substantially transformed in Canada before being imported into the United States.

Country of Origin (Manufacturing Location) Matters:

The tariffs apply to products that are produced, processed, or assembled in Canada and then imported into the U.S.

For example - Even if the company is Canadian, if the product is made in China or Germany, US customs surtax will be subject to the China/EU tariff.

Rules of Origin (Based on Trade Regulations):

The "substantial transformation" rule applies: If raw materials from multiple countries are used, the final country where the product undergoes significant manufacturing or transformation determines its origin.

If a product is assembled in Canada using components from other countries, it still counts as Canadian-made and will be subject to the tariffs.

For a more details check out:

https://www.whitehouse.gov/presidential-actions/2025/04/regulating-imports-with-a-reciprocal-tariff-to-rectify-trade-practices-that-contribute-to-large-and-persistent-annual-united-states-goods-trade-deficits/

 https://www.nortonrosefulbright.com/en/knowledge/publications/a72040b4/tariffs-101-what-you-need-to-know-about-tariffs

https://www.cbp.gov/travel/international-visitors/know-before-you-visit/customs-duty-information

https://ca.usembassy.gov/fact-sheet-president-donald-j-trump-imposes-tariffs-on-imports-from-canada-mexico-and-china/

Customers are to responsible for knowing the customs/duties/tax rates for their country.

Note

• Deskhero shipping rates do not include any additional customs duties, tariffs, VAT or import fees that may apply.

• The carrier will charge you any applicable customs import/duty/tariff fees when delivering your order. The United States Customs and Border Protection (CBP) enforces customs rules. Tax will be due on the cost of the goods without shipping. Customs duties vary by country of origin and type of product. US customs will automatically let you or your courier know, and they’ll contact you. The carrier will notify you with how much you need to pay, and when it’s due. 

• Any Free Shipping offers are applicable to the postage charges only. It does not apply to any brokerage/import or customs fees required in your country. Free Shipping offers also do not include personal hand-off or signature upon delivery service.

If you choose Canada Post as your carrier - once the package arrives in your country, it is handed off to the local post - so please check your local post site (USPS) for the most up to date tracking.



  

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