3 border rule changes on October 9, 2026

Canadian surtax on steel derivative goods: now on goods made in most countries. Canadian surtax on steel derivative goods (25%) now applies to 61 product codes made in most countries coming into Canada; before, to goods made in the United States. Goods a person buys for their own use are spared. In force from December 26, 2025.

Canadian surtax on Chinese steel and aluminum: 25% on goods made in China. Canadian surtax on Chinese steel and aluminum applies 25% on 182 product codes made in China coming into Canada. In force from October 22, 2024.

Canadian surtax on steel and aluminum made in China: 25% on 182 product codes. Canadian surtax on steel and aluminum made in China applies 25% on 182 product codes made in most countries coming into Canada, if the steel was melted and poured in China, or the aluminum smelted or cast there, unless the importer can show a certificate saying otherwise. Shipments worth C$5,000 or less are spared. Goods a person buys for their own use are spared. In force from July 31, 2025.

Othermile applies these changes to every order check and estimate from the day they take effect. They are estimates from official government data, not customs advice: the exact tariff code, your paperwork and the carrier decide the final amount.

Sources

• Official source: Canadian surtax on steel derivative goods: now on goods made in most countries
• Official source: Canadian surtax on Chinese steel and aluminum: 25% on goods made in China
• Official source: Canadian surtax on steel and aluminum made in China: 25% on 182 product codes

This update explains public rules in plain language. It is not customs or legal advice.