Grain-oriented
HS 7226.11.00 (Grain-oriented) imported from China into Canada carries a total duty of 25%: MFN Free plus a 25% surtax. Import requires Global Affairs Canada · Steel (permit or licence). Rates are from the CBSA Customs Tariff (2026, edition 2) and agency requirements from CBSA Single Window data, updated 2026-10-12.
Total duty from China
25%
- MFN 0%
- Surtax 25%
- GST 5% (recoverable)
Example: value CAD 10,000 → duty $0 → surtax $2,500 → GST 5% $625 (recoverable) → total $13,125
Compliance checks
Permits and OGD requirements
Global Affairs Canada · SteelPermit/licence
At customs entry, the importer cites general import permit GIP 80 or 81; Item 82 steel also needs a shipment permit to avoid the surtax.
- Commodity type Carbon Steel
Surtax25% of value for duty
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Data updated: 2026-10-12
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