Supply Chain Dive Aug 27, 2026 Supply Chain

Packaging sector braces for US-Canada trade war impacts

Trade associations for fiber, metal, and glass packaging manufacturers state that expected effects of a US-Canada trade war are mainly higher costs, which could affect companies along both countries' supply chains.

Why this matters to buyers

Buyers of packaging materials (fiber, metal, glass) sourced from or through the US and Canada may experience higher costs.

Recommended buyer actions

  • Identify key packaging material suppliers within the US and Canada supply chains.
  • Evaluate the potential cost impact on packaging budgets and explore alternative material sources or suppliers.

Original source context

Trade associations representing manufacturers of fiber, metal and glass packaging weighed in on expected effects — mainly higher costs — that could affect companies along both countries’ supply chains.

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