The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) has issued Customs Notice 26-14 announcing a temporary 10% safeguard surtax on certain canned vegetable imports. The measure took effect June 19, 2026, and will remain in place while Canada investigates whether increased imports are harming domestic producers.
Key Exemptions
The surtax does not apply to eligible imports from:
- The United States
- Mexico
- Israel
- Chile
- Beneficiary developing countries
Importers claiming an exemption should maintain documentation supporting the product’s origin.
The surtax applies in addition to any other duties and taxes and may remain in effect for up to 200 days. Importers should review product classifications, country of origin, and landed costs to determine whether their shipments are affected.
For imports from non-exempt countries, the additional duty may increase costs and influence pricing, sourcing, and supply chain decisions.
The safeguard will remain in effect while the Canadian International Trade Tribunal (CITT) completes its investigation. If the tribunal determines that imports are not causing injury to domestic producers, the surtax could be removed before the 200-day period expires.
Importers sourcing canned vegetables from non-exempt countries should assess their exposure to the new surtax and verify origin documentation requirements. Mohawk Global will continue monitoring the investigation and provide updates as new information becomes available.