China files appeal to WTO against Canada’s EV import tariffs

China has filed another appeal with the World Trade Organization (WTO) against Canada for its tariffs on electric vehicle (EV) imports and metal imports. 

“China has raised a litigation to the WTO over Canada’s unilateral and trade protectionist measures, and will conduct anti-discriminatory probe into these restrictive measures,” stated China’s Ministry of Commerce.

China’s Ministry of Commerce reiterated its strong opposition against Canada’s EV import tariffs, stating they would “disrupt and distort” the global EV supply chain. 

China’s Ministry of Commerce has recently been vocal about tariffs on Chinese EV imports in Europe and Canada. It has also filed an appeal with WTO over Europe’s tariffs on EV imports from China. 

On Tuesday, October 1, 2024, Canada officially started imposing 100% duties on China-made EV imports. It also announced a 25% surtax on steel imports and aluminum products from China, which will take effect later this month. 

Canada’s Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland said the government is considering tariff relief measures on the Chinese steel and aluminum surtax. Some stakeholders in Canada’s metal industry have voiced concerns over their ability to adjust supply chains before the tariffs take effect on October 22, 2024. 

“The government intends to implement a framework to consider requests for tariff relief. Potential factors that may be included in the framework are situations of short supply…” said Minister Freeland.

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