Canada’s administration of the tariff rate quota for peanut butter exports to the United States under the World Trade Organization: Closed consultation

In keeping with Global Affairs Canada’s policy, the Government of Canada was seeking input from Canadians from June 3 to June 28 on the administration of the Tariff Rate Quota (TRQ) for peanut butter exports to the United States under the WTO.

Stakeholders had until 11:59 p.m. (Pacific Time) on June 28, 2024, to submit their responses, comments and suggestions.

Why was this consultation held?

The input gathered through this process will inform the Government of Canada of industry stakeholder interests regarding the existing administration policy, and possible changes that Global Affairs Canada is considering as a result of the U.S. tariff elimination for peanut butter made from originating peanuts under the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement, which will come into effect January 1, 2025. Any changes to the administration policy of the WTO TRQ would take effect for the quota year beginning January 1, 2025.

Who was the focus of this consultation?

The department would like to hear from all stakeholders with an interest in this matter, including:

• the Canadian public;
• exporters, processors, wholesalers or other;
• academic and experts;
• indigenous groups;
• national and provincial industry associations;
• small, medium and large enterprises;
• national, provincial, territorial and regional associations;
• provincial and territorial governments;
• international trading partners. 

What we heard

A final report that summarizes the feedback received along with final amendments is pending

Additional information

Participants are encouraged to review the background information.

Contact us

Non-supply managed trade controls (TNC)
Global Affairs Canada
111 Sussex Drive
Ottawa ON K1A 0G2
Email: tnc-Consultations@international.gc.ca