Importers struggle to resell Canadian canola meal caught in China tariff crossfire
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Source: Yahoo Finance
Updated: Aug 14 2025
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Source: Yahoo Finance
Trade Dispute Impact: Importers in China are struggling to resell Canadian canola meal due to a 100% import tariff imposed by Beijing, resulting in approximately 400,000 metric tons of the product being stuck in warehouses.
Market Adjustments: Traders are considering selling the stranded canola meal at a 30% discount to other markets, such as Southeast Asia or South Korea, amid escalating trade tensions between China and Canada.
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Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.