Trade war reaches the toilet as U.S.-Canada tariffs threaten higher prices

The escalating US-Canada trade war is hitting an unlikely household staple: toilet paper.

The US imposed 50% tariffs on selected Canadian imports, including pulp used to make tissue products, while Canada is set to impose retaliatory tariffs on US paper products starting 8 September.

Experts warn the higher costs of Canadian pulp could push up the cost of making premium toilet paper by 11% to 20%, potentially leaving consumers with higher prices — and possibly less-soft tissue.

In short, the trade war isn't just hitting industries and businesses — it may soon hit Americans where they least expect it: in the bathroom.