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China has imposed retaliatory tariffs on Canadian farm and food products following Canada’s duties on Chinese EVs and metals. The new tariffs, effective from March 20, include 100% on rapeseed oil and 25% on pork. The move escalates global trade tensions amid ongoing tariff disputes.
China has imposed new tariffs on Canadian farm and food products, intensifying trade tensions between the two nations. The decision follows Canada’s October tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles (EVs), steel, and aluminium. The new duties, announced by the Customs Tariff Commission of the State Council, will take effect from March 20. Additional 100% tariffs will apply to Canadian rapeseed oil, oil cakes, and peas, while pork and aquatic products will face 25% levies.
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China imposes 100% tariffs on Canadian rapeseed oil, oil cakes, and peas.
Pork and aquatic products from Canada to face 25% additional duties.
Retaliation follows Canada’s October tariffs on Chinese EVs, steel, and aluminium.
Tariffs take effect from March 20, intensifying global trade tensions.
Trade dispute adds pressure to the already strained China-Canada relations.
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China's latest trade move follows an anti-discrimination investigation that determined Canada’s restrictions on Chinese imports disrupted normal trade. Canada, along with the US and EU, had imposed duties on Chinese-made EVs, citing unfair subsidies. China claims these measures harmed the interests of Chinese businesses and disrupted global trade order.
With rising global trade tensions, the tariffs could significantly impact Canada’s agricultural sector, which relies heavily on exports to China. In 2023, Canada exported over 4.8 million metric tonnes of canola to China, making it one of the largest buyers of Canadian agricultural products. The newly imposed duties could force Canadian farmers to seek alternative markets.
Product | Tariff Rate | Effective Date |
Rapeseed Oil | 100% | 20 March 2025 |
Oil Cakes | 100% | 20 March 2025 |
Peas | 100% | 20 March 2025 |
Pork | 25% | 20 March 2025 |
Aquatic Products | 25% | 20 March 2025 |
Canada’s agricultural industry is expected to face significant challenges as a result of China’s tariffs. China is one of Canada’s largest agricultural trading partners, particularly for rapeseed oil and pork. The 100% tariff on rapeseed oil could lead to oversupply in Canada, causing price drops and financial losses for farmers. The pork industry, already struggling with rising production costs, may also suffer from reduced Chinese demand.
Additionally, the ongoing trade war highlights the increasing fragmentation of global trade as countries impose countermeasures to protect their domestic industries. The continued tit-for-tat tariffs between major economies like China, Canada, the US, and the EU could have far-reaching consequences on global supply chains.
China’s decision to impose retaliatory tariffs on Canadian agricultural imports further escalates trade tensions. With both countries locked in an ongoing dispute, the impact on global trade could be substantial. As tariffs take effect, Canada may need to explore new export markets while China seeks alternative suppliers. The coming months will be crucial in determining how the trade relationship between the two nations evolves.
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