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HS 7318.15Moderate

Threaded screws and bolts, of iron or steel

Chapter 73 — Articles of iron or steel|Section 232
Current tariff rate
25%
Prior rate
0% (CUSMA)
Canadian export value
$380M
CUSMA eligible
No
TARIFF DETAILS
Effective date
2025-03-12
Tariff type
Section 232
CUSMA INFORMATION
Eligibility
Not eligible
SECTOR IMPACT

Fastener manufacturers face dual pressure from tariffs and low-cost Asian competition in the US aftermarket.

NOTES

Fasteners are high-volume, low-margin products. Canadian producers compete with Asian imports in the US market.

MITIGATION STRATEGIES

Actionable options for affected Canadian exporters

  1. 1

    FTZ utilization

  2. 2

    Pricing pass-through

  3. 3

    Market diversification (CETA)

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Bars and rods, hot-rolled, of circular cross-section, diameter < 14mm

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25%High

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