Overview

• The change takes effect Sept. 1 and restores tariff‑free treatment for the majority of Canada‑U.S. goods covered by the pact.
• Tariffs on automobiles, steel and aluminum will stay in place as Canada protects strategic sectors during ongoing talks.
• Prime Minister Mark Carney announced the rollback after a call with President Donald Trump described as productive, with plans to continue the dialogue.
• U.S. duties of up to 35% on Canadian products outside T‑MEC still apply, though more than 85% of bilateral trade remains duty‑free under current exemptions.
• Mexico is pursuing a 90‑day negotiation window with the U.S. on tariffs ahead of the 2026 T‑MEC review and is deepening coordination with Canada.