Decorative Plywood Dumping Investigation

Summary#

On April 10, 2026, the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) opened formal investigations under the Special Import Measures Act into alleged injurious dumping and subsidizing of decorative and other non-structural plywood from the People’s Republic of China. The investigations will examine whether these imports are being sold unfairly or supported by subsidies and whether that is harming Canadian industry.

What it does#

• Starts CBSA investigations into alleged dumping and subsidizing of “decorative and other non-structural plywood” originating in or exported from the People’s Republic of China.
• Points readers to the CBSA’s Dumping and subsidy investigations web page for the full product definition and the applicable tariff classification numbers.
• Notes that a Statement of Reasons will be provided within 15 days after the decisions.

Who's affected#

• Canadian producers of decorative and non-structural plywood are the most directly involved.
• Businesses that import, distribute, or use this kind of plywood — for example, furniture makers, cabinet shops, flooring and millwork suppliers, wholesalers and retailers — may notice changes in sourcing or prices.
• Exporters and manufacturers in the People’s Republic of China who supply this product to Canada.
• It is unclear which exact companies or product lines are affected until the CBSA’s product and tariff details are published.

Why it matters#

• This is the formal first step in a trade remedy process. If the investigations show injurious dumping or subsidizing, further measures (such as provisional or final duties) could follow.
• Measures could raise the cost of imported plywood or change where Canadian businesses buy plywood from.
• That in turn could affect construction, furniture and other industries that use decorative plywood, and potentially consumer prices.