Whisky HS 2208.30

Whiskies

50%
US tariff US Section 338(2 tariff lines)
2025 exports C$367M
Beyond the US C$54M ▲17% vs 2024

Where else to sell

1. Japan 0% Tariff free CPTPP

Canada already sells Japan C$25M of whisky ▲13% vs 2024.

2. Singapore 0% Tariff free CPTPP

Singapore imports ~C$1.2B of whisky a year (2023), 3.3 times Canada’s total exports of this product. Not among Canada’s top destinations in 2025.

3. France 0% Tariff free CETA

France imports ~C$1.2B of whisky a year (2023). In a different region from the markets above.

The steps

  1. 1

    Funding route for food, drink and agri products is AgriMarketing, Market Diversification (AAFC), not CanExport. Check the current intake.

  2. 2

    Free help: Trade Commissioner Service desks for Japan, Singapore and France. Request "qualified contacts" (curated buyer and distributor lists).

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