Compass Minerals Comments on Salt Exclusion from Section 338 Tariffs

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Postmedia has not reviewed the content. by Business Wire Compass Minerals Comments on Salt Exclusion from Section 338 TariffsAuthor of the article:OVERLAND PARK, Kan. — Compass Minerals International, Inc. (NYSE: CMP) (“Compass Minerals” or the “company”) today provided the following comment on the recent announcement by The White House that, effective Sept. 15, 2026, salt and pure sodium chloride produced in Canada are excluded from the 50% ad valorem Section 338 tariffs. The company operates the world’s largest underground salt mine in Goderich, Ontario, serving communities throughout the Northeast and Midwest by helping keep roads, bridges and other transportation infrastructure safe and operational during snow and ice events.THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLYSubscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.Exclusive articles from Barbara Shecter, Joe O'Connor, Gabriel Friedman, and others.Daily content from Financial Times, the world's leading global business publication.Unlimited online access to read articles from Financial Post, National Post and 15 news sites across Canada with one account.National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on.Daily puzzles, including the New York Times Crossword.SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLESSubscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.Exclusive articles from Barbara Shecter, Joe O'Connor, Gabriel Friedman and others.Daily content from Financial Times, the world's leading global business publication.Unlimited online access to read articles from Financial Post, National Post and 15 news sites across Canada with one account.National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on.Daily puzzles, including the New York Times Crossword.REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLESCreate an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.Access articles from across Canada with one account.Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments.Enjoy additional articles per month.Get email updates from your favourite authors.THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK.Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.Access articles from across Canada with one accountShare your thoughts and join the conversation in the commentsEnjoy additional articles per monthGet email updates from your favourite authorsSign In or Create an Account“We are grateful the Trump Administration recognized the critical role our salt products play in public safety and interstate commerce. We would also like to thank U.S. Senator Jerry Moran and others who worked alongside him for their advocacy on behalf of Compass Minerals and our industry.”Get the latest headlines, breaking news and columns.By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc.A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder.The next issue of Top Stories will soon be in your inbox.We encountered an issue signing you up. Please try againCompass Minerals (NYSE: CMP) is a leading global provider of essential minerals focused on safely delivering where and when it matters to help solve nature’s challenges for customers and communities. The company’s salt products help keep roadways safe during winter weather and are used in numerous other consumer, industrial, chemical and agricultural applications. Its plant nutrition products help improve the quality and yield of crops while supporting sustainable agriculture. Compass Minerals operates 11 production and packaging facilities with more than 1,800 employees throughout the U.S., Canada and the U.K. Visit compassminerals.com for more information about the company and its products.Forward-Looking Statements and Other DisclaimersThis press release may contain forward-looking statements. These statements are based on the Company’s current expectations, estimates and projections and involve risks and uncertainties that could cause the Company’s actual results to differ materially. The differences could be caused by several factors including those factors identified in the “Risk Factors” and “Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations” sections of the Company’s Annual and Quarterly Reports on Forms 10-K and 10-Q, including any amendments, as well as the Company’s other SEC filings. Opinions expressed are current opinions as of the date hereof. Investors are cautioned not to place undue reliance on such forward-looking statements and should rely on their own assessment of an investment. The Company undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements made in this press release to reflect future events or developments, except as required by law.View source version on businesswire.com: Investor ContactSCR Partners, LLCTripp Sullivan+1.615.942.7077John Wilfong+1.312.533.0234InvestorRelations@compassminerals.comMedia ContactKevin GabrielSenior Director, Corporate Affairs+1.913.344.9265MediaRelations@compassminerals.comThis advertisement has not loaded yet.Notice for the Postmedia NetworkThis website uses cookies to personalize your content (including ads), and allows us to analyze our traffic. Read more about cookies here. By continuing to use our site, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.