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US imposes 50% tariffs on some Canadian goods after talks fail

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US imposes 50% tariffs on some Canadian goods after talks fail

The United States imposed 50% tariffs on about 5% of Canadian exports after negotiations ended without a deal. Canada announced mirror tariffs on American goods in response. The new US rates took effect Saturday at 00:01.

Key Facts

The new US tariffs cover about 5% of Canadian exports to the American market.
Canada announced mirror tariffs on American goods in response.
The new US rates took effect Saturday at 00:01.
US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer said Canada received the best terms among major trading partners.

Tariff Imposition

The United States imposed 50% tariffs on about 5% of Canadian exports after negotiations ended without a deal. The new rates took effect Saturday at 00:01. US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer said Canada received the best terms among major trading partners.

Canadian Response

Canada announced mirror tariffs on American goods in response. The Canadian measures were announced after the US tariffs took effect.

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Business

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US imposes 50% tariffs on some Canadian goods after talks fail

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