Canada announces measures to protect steel and lumber industries, including a 25% tariff on targeted steel products, reduced freight rates, homebuilding initiatives, and financial support for workers and businesses. These steps aim to strengthen domestic demand and help industries adapt to U.S. trade disruptions.
Canada released regulations for the Free Trade and Labour Mobility in Canada Act, outlining how federal rules will recognize provincial standards, support labour mobility, and preserve key exemptions for food safety and supply-managed sectors. The Act takes effect on January 1, 2026.
CBP implements enhanced ACAS requirements for air cargo shipments, introducing new mandatory and conditional data elements. The Verified Known Consignor program provides trusted trade partner benefits. A one-year compliance period allows filers to adjust. Guidance is available via CBP.gov.
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency now issues electronic phytosanitary certificates for grain exports to Mexico. The digital system reduces fraud and delays, supports trade efficiency, and strengthens Canada-Mexico commercial ties under the 2025–2028 Action Plan.
On Nov. 20, 2025, the White House removed Brazil tariffs on beef, coffee, and other Brazilian agricultural products previously subject to a 40% levy. CBP confirms 238 HTSUS codes and 11 additional product categories are now removed from the tariff list, effective Nov. 13.
The White House expanded U.S. tariff exemptions for agricultural products on November 14, 2025. CBP guidance covers 237 HTSUS classifications and 11 additional categories, including tropical fruits, acai, coconut water, and baked goods. Importers must use designated subheadings for smooth compliance.
The U.S., Switzerland, and Liechtenstein reached a historic trade deal reducing tariffs to 15%, expanding market access for U.S. manufacturers and agricultural exporters, and securing $200 billion in investments. The agreement will create thousands of American jobs across multiple sectors.
The U.S. and Argentina agreed on a trade and investment framework to expand market access, reduce tariffs, and simplify trade processes. The agreement also covers intellectual property, agriculture, labor, environment, and digital trade, strengthening bilateral economic ties
The U.S. and Guatemala agreed on a trade framework to strengthen CAFTA-DR. Guatemala will reduce trade barriers, improve regulations, enforce IP and labor standards, support digital trade, and the U.S. will remove tariffs on qualifying Guatemalan exports.
The U.S. and El Salvador agreed on a new reciprocal trade framework that expands cooperation under CAFTA-DR. The deal removes key barriers, supports digital trade, strengthens labor and environmental standards, and sets the stage for tariff adjustments once the agreement takes effect.
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