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HS 2523.29High

Portland cement, other than white cement

Chapter 25 — Salt, sulphur, earths and stone|Broad tariff
Current tariff rate
25%
Prior rate
0% (CUSMA)
Canadian export value
$680M
CUSMA eligible
Yes (RVC 50%)
TARIFF DETAILS
Effective date
2025-03-04
Tariff type
Broad tariff
CUSMA INFORMATION
Eligibility
Eligible
RVC threshold
50%
SECTOR IMPACT

Cement plants in Ontario and BC that serve cross-border markets face potential volume loss to US domestic producers.

NOTES

Canadian cement exports serve northern US border states. Transportation costs already limit export radius; tariff may eliminate remaining competitive margin.

MITIGATION STRATEGIES

Actionable options for affected Canadian exporters

  1. 1

    Pricing pass-through

  2. 2

    US production facility

  3. 3

    Market diversification (CPTPP)

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