Trump Announces 35% Tariff on Canadian Goods Amid Fentanyl, Trade Tensions

President Donald Trump has increased trade stress with Canada. He has announced 35% tariff on Canadian objects, citing Canada's alleged failure in preventing fentanyl smuggling and trade imbalance. This step has been raised in March 2025 after 25% tariff imposed on non-USMCA-compliant objects.

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Tariff Targets and USMCA Compliance

35% tariff stamp on U.S.-Canada trade goods map.

The White House official said on condition of anonymity that the tariff will only apply to those items that do not meet the standards of the USMCA agreement 2020, and the final description will depend on the discretion of Trump. Exemption for compliance items, such as exemption given in March, can still be applicable. Shared on Truth Social, the letter of Trump written to Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney was suggested that if Canada enhances control over Canada, then changes in the tariff can be changed.

Fentanyl Claims vs. Data

Trump adds these fees with a Canadian role in fentanyl smuggling, but the statistics of American customs show that only 0.2% of the seized fentanyl (43 pounds from 21,889 pounds in 2024) The way of Canada comes, the main source is Mexico. Canadian $ 1.3 billion limit security scheme and 97% decline in the fentanyl sequence from December 2024, which has called "Important Progress" on X.

Canada’s Response and Retaliation

Prime Minister Carney resolved to protect the Canadian workers while citing tariff imposed under the action of 43 billion dollars including whiskey and equipment. Canada's Foreign Minister Anita Anand is hoped for a new economic and security agreement by July 21, and is emphasizing the ongoing conversation to protect Canada's economy, which depends on the US for its 78% export.

Broader Trade Implications

Trump also indicated 15-20% tariff on countries like the European Union, which is negotiating to avoid fines on its $ 100 billion business. Economic analysts have warned that Canadian Tariffs can harm the US consumers and weaken relations with the USMCA, which can benefit from competitors like China. USMCA has an important review in July 2026.

Stay updated as negotiations continue ahead of the August 1 deadline.