President Donald Trump announced a temporary delay in imposing 25% tariffs on a wide range of imports from Canada and Mexico that qualify under the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA). The delay, which extends until April 2, 2025, spares industries that rely on North American trade while allowing time for further negotiations.
Full List of Goods Temporarily Exempt from USMCA Tariffs
The following USMCA-covered goods will not face the 25% tariff during the delay:
- Manufactured Goods
- Automobiles and auto parts (must meet USMCA North American content requirements)
- Industrial machinery
- Electronics, including semiconductors and household appliances
- Aerospace and defense equipment
- Pharmaceuticals and medical devices
- Agricultural Products
- Dairy products, including U.S. exports benefiting from expanded access to the Canadian market
- Meat products, such as beef, pork, and poultry
- Fruits and vegetables
- Grains, including wheat, corn, and barley
- Wine and spirits
- Processed foods and beverages
- Energy and Natural Resources
- Oil and gas (subject to a reduced 10% tariff if non-USMCA compliant)
- Minerals and metals
- Renewable energy equipment
- Textiles and Apparel
- Certain textile and apparel products (must meet USMCA yarn-forward rules of origin)
The delay does not guarantee long-term relief, and Trump made it clear that the exemption is temporary. “I told them that’s it, this is a short-term deal,” he said, according to Bloomberg, warning that industries should not expect another extension beyond April 2.
