Canada Launches Urgent Probe into Chinese Truck Body Dumping

UPDATE: The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) has just announced an urgent investigation into allegations of dumping by Chinese manufacturers of truck bodies in Canada. This probe could significantly impact the Canadian trucking industry, following complaints from major domestic producers.

According to CBSA officials, a “truck body” refers to the load-carrying structure mounted on a truck chassis. The investigation aims to determine whether these imports are being sold at unfair prices, potentially harming local manufacturers by undercutting their prices. The agency emphasized that such practices could severely disrupt fair competition in the market.

The investigation was initiated after formal complaints from Morgan Canada Corporation and Morgan Transit Corporation, which together represent the majority of Canadian truck body production. The companies claim they have faced “material injury” due to an influx of Chinese truck bodies, alleging significant adverse effects on their business. These include price depression, decreased bookings, and lost sales, which have further led to negative repercussions on production, market share, and employment.

The CBSA will collaborate with the Canadian International Trade Tribunal (CITT) throughout the investigation. The CITT has begun a preliminary inquiry to assess whether these imports are indeed harming Canadian producers, with a decision expected by December 23, 2025. Meanwhile, the CBSA aims to reach a preliminary decision regarding the pricing of these imports by January 22, 2026.

The Canadian truck body market is substantial, with production and imports valued at approximately $327 million annually. This investigation holds critical implications for the industry, as domestic manufacturers fight to safeguard their market position against potentially unfair competition.

As the situation develops, the trucking sector and stakeholders will be closely monitoring the CBSA’s findings and the CITT’s decisions. The outcome could reshape the landscape of truck body manufacturing in Canada, impacting jobs and economic stability in the sector.

Stay tuned for updates as this story unfolds.