In response to Canadian tariffs that went into effect on Tuesday, President Donald Trump announced the United States is banning the import of some dairy products, motorcycles and most alcoholic beverages from Canada.
Citing authority under Section 338 of the Tariff Act of 1930, Trump said the tariffs are needed to address “Canada’s increased discrimination against U.S. commerce.”
After trade talks broke down last month, Trump announced 50% tariffs on various Canadian dairy products and other goods.
In response, Canada imposed new retaliatory tariffs on about $20 billion of U.S. exports, including steel, dairy and agricultural equipment.
According to the Trump administration, the product bans will take effect on Sept. 29.
Trump also directed the U.S. General Services Administration to declare Canadian products ineligible for large U.S. government contracts until Canada allows “full and fair reciprocity” for American products.
