Hamilton and Sault Ste. Marie integrated mills face 25% duty on their primary US export product. US service centres seek domestic alternatives.
Section 232 tariffs on steel were reimposed after the CUSMA exemption was revoked. Hot-rolled coil is a foundational steel product for construction and manufacturing.
Actionable options for affected Canadian exporters
FTZ utilization
Market diversification (CETA)
Supply chain restructuring
Customs reclassification review
Canadian industries exposed to HS 7208.10 tariff changes
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