United States and Canada Reach Three-Day Pause on 50% Tariffs on Canadian Imports

On August 19, 2026, President Donald Trump issued a presidential proclamation delaying implementation of the Section 338 tariffs on $20 million in Canadian goods until August 22, 2026.

This comes after the President signed three presidential proclamations on July 20, 2026, authorizing the administration to impose additional duties of up to 50% on certain Canadian goods, effective August 19, 2026.

Section 338 of the Trade Act of 1930 authorizes the President to take such action when a foreign country is found to impose unreasonable, unequal, or discriminatory trade practices that disadvantage U.S. products or commerce. Notably, the Section 338 tariffs apply to covered goods regardless of whether they qualify for preferential treatment under the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA). 

The proclamation specifically addresses trade issues involving alcohol, dairy, and motor vehicles that the administration determined warranted action under Section 338, while products subject to existing Section 232 tariffs are excluded. The three-day delay comes as the administration cites Canada’s commitment to address discriminatory, unreasonable, and unequal trade practices.

To read the latest proclamation, click here. 

The RV Industry Association will continue to provide information as it becomes available. For a comprehensive overview of tariffs currently enacted, view the tariff tracker. 

For additional information, please contact Samantha Rocci, Director of Federal Affairs (srocci@rvia.org).