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Canadian Cabinet Makers Cheer Trump’s Tariff Postponement

1/3/2026

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The Canadian Kitchen Cabinet Association welcomed U.S. President Donald Trump’s postponement of furniture tariffs.
The sector is valued at $4.7 billion and exports about $600 million to the U.S.
Industry leaders warn 25% tariffs fuel job losses and low-priced Asian parts.
They urge the Canadian government to extend support and address imports undermining domestic production.
As the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) review nears, they seek cabinet and furniture industry inclusion.

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The Canadian Kitchen Cabinet Association welcomed U.S. President Donald Trump’s postponement of furniture tariffs.
The sector is valued at $4.7 billion and exports about $600 million to the U.S.
Industry leaders warn 25% tariffs fuel job losses and low-priced Asian parts.
They urge the Canadian government to extend support and address imports undermining domestic production.
As the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) review nears, they seek cabinet and furniture industry inclusion.