Tariff Calculator – Canada & USA

Calculate current Canada and U.S. tariffs using our free tariff calculator. Enter the value of the goods you are importing, choose whether the product is moving from Canada to the United States or from the United States to Canada, select the product type, and tell us whether the goods qualify under CUSMA/USMCA. The tariff calculator estimates the additional tariff, regular customs duty, effective tariff rate, and total value after tariffs. It includes major current Canada-U.S. tariff programs including U.S. Section 301 tariffs, Section 338 tariffs, Section 232 tariffs, Canadian steel and aluminum countertariffs, and automobile tariffs. Tariff rules change frequently, so always confirm the final tariff classification with CBP or CBSA before importing commercial goods.

How to Use the Tariff Calculator

Tariffs between Canada and the United States have become much more complicated than simply multiplying the price of a product by one tariff percentage. Different tariffs can apply depending on where the goods originate, whether they qualify under CUSMA/USMCA, the exact product classification, and when the goods enter the country. Our Canada-U.S. tariff calculator walks you through the main information needed to estimate how much a tariff could cost.

Step 1: Choose the Import Direction

First select the direction the goods are moving. Choose Canada → United States if Canadian goods are being imported into the U.S. Choose United States → Canada if American goods are being imported into Canada. This matters because the United States and Canada have different tariff programs and different rules for calculating duties.

Step 2: Enter the Value of the Goods

Enter the customs value of the goods. When importing into the United States, the calculator displays values in U.S. dollars. When importing into Canada, it displays values in Canadian dollars. For example, if you are importing $10,000 worth of Canadian goods into the United States, enter 10000.

The tariff is generally calculated as a percentage of the customs value. A 25% tariff on $10,000 would therefore equal $2,500, while a 50% tariff would equal $5,000. You can use our simple math calculator for other percentage calculations.

Step 3: Select the Product Type

Select the product category that most closely matches the goods you are importing. The calculator changes its tariff rules depending on the direction of trade.

• General Goods: Products that are not subject to one of the major sector-specific tariff programs listed separately.
• Section 338 Covered Goods: Canadian products specifically included in the current U.S. Section 338 tariff lists.
• Automobiles: Vehicles covered by the U.S. or Canadian automobile tariff programs.
• Steel, Aluminum and Copper: Products covered by U.S. Section 232 or Canadian steel and aluminum measures.
• Custom Rate: Use this option when you already know the tariff percentage that applies to your product.

The exact tariff classification still matters. Customs authorities classify goods using Harmonized System tariff numbers. Two products that appear very similar can sometimes fall under different tariff items and receive different treatment.

Step 4: Select Whether the Product Qualifies Under CUSMA/USMCA

CUSMA, called USMCA in the United States, is the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement. Qualifying goods can receive preferential tariff treatment, but simply shipping an item from Canada does not automatically make it a CUSMA product. The product must satisfy the applicable rules of origin.

This distinction is extremely important. The U.S. Section 301 tariff introduced in July 2026 applies at a 10% rate to Canada, but Canadian goods qualifying under USMCA are exempt from that measure. On the other hand, the current U.S. Section 338 tariffs can still apply to covered Canadian products even when those goods qualify under USMCA.

Step 5: Enter Product Content When Required

Certain tariffs are based on the value of foreign content rather than the entire value of the finished product. If you select a qualifying automobile or certain Section 232 products, the calculator may ask you to enter the percentage of the product that originates in the United States, Canada or Mexico.

For example, a qualifying vehicle worth $50,000 with 40% U.S. content has $30,000 of non-U.S. content. If a 25% tariff applies only to that non-U.S. content, the estimated tariff would be $7,500 instead of $12,500 on the full value.

Step 6: Enter the Normal Customs Duty

Special tariffs are often added on top of the normal customs duty for a product. If you know your product normally has a customs duty, enter that percentage in the Normal Customs Duty field. If you do not know the normal rate, leave the field at zero and treat the result as an estimate of the special tariffs only.

Step 7: Select the Import Date

The import date is one of the most important fields because tariffs change. A product entering customs before a tariff begins may receive very different treatment from the same product imported after the effective date. Our calculator uses the selected date when determining whether the major tariff programs included in the calculator were in effect.

Step 8: Click “Calculate Tariff”

Click “Calculate Tariff” and the calculator displays the estimated normal customs duty, additional tariffs, total tariffs, effective tariff rate, and the value of the goods after tariffs.

The result also shows exactly which tariff programs were included. This is useful because a shipment can potentially be affected by more than one trade measure rather than a single tariff percentage.

How We Calculate Tariffs

Our tariff calculator uses current published tariff rules from official U.S. and Canadian government sources. Because tariff rules can change quickly, the calculator focuses on the major Canada-U.S. tariff programs rather than pretending that every product can be classified automatically without knowing its complete customs information.

1. Customs Value: The starting point is the value of the imported goods entered into the calculator.
2. CUSMA/USMCA Status: The calculator checks whether the user says the product qualifies for preferential treatment under the North American trade agreement.
3. Normal Customs Duty: Any regular customs duty entered by the user is calculated separately.
4. U.S. Section 301: The calculator recognizes the current 10% Section 301 tariff on applicable Canadian goods and the exemption for qualifying USMCA goods.
5. U.S. Section 338: Products selected as covered Section 338 goods are calculated using the current 50% additional tariff.
6. Section 232: Special handling is available for steel, aluminum, copper, automobiles and certain products where tariffs can depend on U.S. content.
7. Canadian Countertariffs: The calculator includes Canada’s major 25% countertariffs on covered U.S. steel, aluminum and automobiles.
8. Import Date: The calculator checks whether a tariff program was in effect on the date entered.

Current Canada to U.S. Tariffs

There is no single tariff rate that applies to everything Canada exports to the United States. A Canadian product can be tariff-free under USMCA, subject to a general additional tariff because it does not qualify under USMCA, or subject to a sector-specific tariff such as Section 232 or Section 338.

USMCA-Compliant Canadian Goods

Many Canadian goods that satisfy the rules of origin under USMCA continue to receive preferential treatment. U.S. Customs and Border Protection explains that qualifying USMCA products generally receive preferential tariff treatment, while goods that do not qualify can face additional tariffs. You can read more on the U.S. Customs and Border Protection website.

USMCA status does not protect every product from every special tariff. Steel, aluminum, automobiles and current Section 338 products can have separate rules.

10% Section 301 Tariff

The United States introduced a Section 301 tariff in July 2026 affecting imports from numerous trading partners. Canada is included at a 10% rate. According to the Government of Canada, USMCA-compliant Canadian goods are exempt from the new Section 301 tariff. More information is available from the Office of the United States Trade Representative and Global Affairs Canada.

50% Section 338 Tariffs on Canada

The United States has also imposed 50% tariffs under Section 338 of the Tariff Act on specifically listed Canadian products. These measures are much different from the broader Section 301 tariff because covered products can remain subject to the 50% tariff even when they qualify under USMCA.

The White House says the measures cover tariff items involving products ranging from wine and dairy-related goods to hockey equipment, cement and other products. The exact HTS classification is what determines whether a product is covered. You should therefore never assume that every Canadian product in a broad category automatically receives a 50% tariff. See the current White House Canada tariff fact sheet for details.

Current U.S. to Canada Tariffs

Canada removed most of the broad countertariffs it introduced on American consumer goods in 2025, but significant tariffs remain on certain U.S. products. These currently include major measures involving steel, aluminum and automobiles.

The Government of Canada maintains a searchable list of products subject to countertariffs. For commercial imports, the official tariff number should always be checked against the Government of Canada’s current U.S. countertariff list.

Canadian Steel and Aluminum Tariffs

Canada currently imposes 25% tariffs on specified U.S.-origin steel and aluminum products. Because the tariff only applies to products covered by the official tariff schedule, the calculator requires you to identify that your product is a covered steel or aluminum good before applying the 25% rate.

Canadian Automobile Tariffs

Canada applies a 25% tariff to non-CUSMA-compliant vehicles imported from the United States. For qualifying CUSMA vehicles, the tariff can apply to the value of the non-Canadian and non-Mexican content. Automobile manufacturers can also be affected by separate remission and quota rules, so the automobile result should be treated as an estimate.

Why Tariff Rates Can Stack

One of the most confusing parts of tariff calculations is that an “additional 50% tariff” does not necessarily mean the final customs duty is exactly 50%. Some tariff measures are imposed in addition to normal customs duties or other applicable trade remedies, while other programs specifically exclude products already subject to a different tariff.

For example, imagine goods valued at $10,000 are subject to a 50% special tariff. That special tariff alone would cost $5,000. If another applicable customs duty also applies, the total amount owed can be higher. This is why our result separates Normal Customs Duty from Additional Tariffs.

Tariff Calculator Example

Suppose you are importing $20,000 USD of a Canadian product into the United States and you have confirmed that its tariff number is covered by the current 50% Section 338 measure. If the goods qualify under USMCA and there is no additional normal customs duty entered, the calculator would estimate:

• Value of goods: $20,000
• Section 338 tariff: $10,000
• Effective tariff rate: 50%
• Estimated value after tariff: $30,000

If the product did not qualify under USMCA, additional applicable tariff programs could change the result significantly. This is why simply searching “What is Trump’s tariff on Canada?” does not give enough information to calculate every shipment.

What Is an HS or HTS Code?

An HS code is a Harmonized System classification used internationally to identify products for customs purposes. The United States expands these numbers into the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States, commonly called an HTSUS code. Canada uses tariff classification numbers through the Canadian Customs Tariff.

Tariff announcements usually do not simply say “all furniture” or “all steel products.” The legal tariff documents contain exact tariff classifications. That means the proper HS or HTS code can determine whether a particular item is subject to a special tariff, excluded from it, or subject to a completely different rate.

Does CUSMA or USMCA Mean There Are No Tariffs?

No. CUSMA/USMCA provides preferential treatment for qualifying North American goods, but separate trade measures can override or operate outside ordinary free-trade treatment. Current examples include certain automobile tariffs, Section 232 metal tariffs and the current Section 338 tariffs on specifically covered Canadian products.

This is why the tariff calculator asks for both the product type and CUSMA/USMCA status instead of assuming every Canadian or American product is tariff-free.

FAQ: Canada and U.S. Tariff Calculator

How do I calculate a tariff?

A basic ad valorem tariff is calculated by multiplying the customs value of the goods by the tariff percentage. For example, a 25% tariff on goods worth $4,000 equals $1,000. The real calculation can be more complicated when multiple tariffs, exemptions, content rules or normal customs duties apply.

How much is a 25% tariff on $10,000?

A 25% tariff on $10,000 is $2,500. The goods would have a value of $12,500 after adding that tariff, before considering shipping, brokerage, taxes or other customs fees.

How much is a 50% tariff on $10,000?

A 50% tariff on $10,000 equals $5,000. The value after adding the tariff would be $15,000 before other taxes, fees and costs.

What is the tariff on Canadian goods entering the USA?

There is no single tariff rate for all Canadian goods. Many qualifying USMCA goods can receive preferential treatment, while non-USMCA goods and products covered by Section 232, Section 301 or Section 338 can face additional tariffs. Use the calculator above to estimate the major applicable tariff programs.

What is the U.S. Section 301 tariff on Canada?

The current U.S. Section 301 measure introduced in July 2026 applies a 10% tariff rate to applicable Canadian goods. Qualifying USMCA goods are exempt from that Section 301 tariff, and additional product exemptions also exist.

What is the 50% tariff on Canada?

The United States imposed additional 50% tariffs under Section 338 on specifically listed Canadian products. It is not a 50% tariff on every Canadian product entering the United States. The exact HTS tariff classification determines whether the special Section 338 measure applies.

Does USMCA protect Canadian goods from the 50% tariff?

Not necessarily. The current U.S. Section 338 tariff measures state that covered Canadian goods can be subject to the additional 50% tariff regardless of whether the goods originate under USMCA. This makes the product’s exact tariff classification particularly important.

Does Canada charge tariffs on U.S. products?

Yes. Although Canada removed most of the broad countertariffs placed on U.S. consumer products in 2025, tariffs remain on specified U.S. steel, aluminum and automobile products, along with other Canadian trade measures.

What is Canada’s tariff on U.S. steel?

Canada currently applies a 25% countertariff to specified U.S.-origin steel products. The tariff does not automatically apply to every object containing steel, so the official Canadian tariff-item list must be checked.

What is Canada’s tariff on U.S. aluminum?

Canada currently applies a 25% tariff to specified U.S.-origin aluminum products. Exemptions, tariff classifications and remission programs can affect the final amount owed.

What is Canada’s tariff on American cars?

Canada applies a 25% tariff to non-CUSMA-compliant U.S.-made vehicles. For qualifying CUSMA vehicles, the tariff can instead apply to the non-Canadian and non-Mexican portion of the vehicle’s value.

Do tariffs apply to the sale price or profit?

Tariffs are generally calculated using the customs value of imported merchandise, not the seller’s profit. Customs valuation rules determine the value used for duty calculations, which can differ from a simple retail price in some transactions.

Who actually pays a tariff?

The tariff is generally paid to the importing country’s customs authority by the importer of record. Businesses can then choose to absorb the additional cost or pass some or all of it along through higher prices.

Are tariffs the same as GST, HST or sales tax?

No. Tariffs and customs duties are separate from GST, HST, provincial sales tax, state sales tax, brokerage charges and shipping costs. This calculator focuses on tariffs and customs duties rather than automatically treating all import costs as a tariff.

Can two tariffs apply to the same product?

Sometimes. Certain tariffs can be added to other applicable customs duties, while other tariff programs include rules preventing them from stacking with specific trade remedies. The calculator shows each tariff component separately whenever possible.

Why does the import date matter?

Tariffs have effective dates. Governments can introduce, suspend, increase, decrease or remove tariffs. The same product could therefore have a different tariff depending on the date it enters customs.

Are Canadian tariffs changing again?

Yes. Canada announced another package of retaliatory tariffs scheduled to take effect on September 8, 2026 in response to the latest U.S. measures. Because the final applicable product schedule is what determines whether an individual import is affected, our calculator warns users selecting future dates rather than automatically assigning an unconfirmed tariff rate.

Is this tariff calculator exact?

No public tariff calculator can guarantee an exact customs bill without knowing the proper tariff classification, country of origin, customs value, product content, applicable exemptions, quotas and other entry information. Our calculator is designed to provide a quick estimate using the major current Canada-U.S. tariff programs. Commercial importers should confirm their classification with a licensed customs broker, U.S. Customs and Border Protection or the Canada Border Services Agency.

Official Tariff Sources

Tariffs are changing quickly, so we use government sources whenever possible. For current U.S. tariff information, check U.S. Customs and Border Protection, the Office of the United States Trade Representative, and the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States. For Canadian tariff information, check the Canada Border Services Agency Customs Tariff and the Department of Finance Canada countertariff list.

Final Thoughts

Tariffs between Canada and the United States have become confusing because there is no longer one simple percentage that works for every product. A Canadian product might enter the United States tariff-free under USMCA, face a 10% Section 301 tariff, be covered by a 25% Section 232 measure, or fall under a current 50% Section 338 tariff. American products entering Canada can also be affected by Canada’s steel, aluminum and automobile countertariffs.

That is why we created this tariff calculator. Instead of making you manually calculate several percentages or read through pages of customs rules, the calculator gives you a quick estimated tariff breakdown and shows which tariff programs were included. Save this page or bookmark it if you regularly buy, sell or ship products between Canada and the United States. For personal budgeting after tariffs and other costs affect your income, you can also use our paycheck calculator.