CBSA investigates truck bodies from China

Summary#

The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) announced that it has started an investigation under the Special Import Measures Act (SIMA) into alleged dumping and subsidizing of truck bodies from the People’s Republic of China. The decision to open the inquiry was made on October 24, 2025, and more details will be posted soon.

What it does#

• Opens an anti-dumping and countervailing investigation by CBSA into truck bodies said to be dumped or subsidized from the People’s Republic of China.
• Points people to the CBSA’s webpage for the full product description and the specific tariff classification numbers. The notice does not list them in full.
• Says the agency’s Statement of Reasons will be available within 15 days after the decision.

Who's affected#

• Companies that import truck bodies into Canada.
• Canadian manufacturers and assemblers of truck bodies and related parts.
• Truck dealers, fleet operators, repair shops and others who buy or use truck bodies.
• Exporters and manufacturers in the People’s Republic of China who ship these products to Canada.
• It is unclear from the notice exactly which models or tariff codes are covered — the CBSA webpage will have those specifics.

Why it matters#

• If the investigation finds dumping or unfair subsidizing, it could lead to duties on those truck bodies. That can raise import costs and affect prices for businesses and consumers.
• Importers may face new paperwork, border checks, or provisional measures while the probe continues.
• The inquiry can change competitive dynamics between foreign suppliers and Canadian producers.
• The notice itself is the start of a process — no duties or penalties have been announced yet.