Our toilet paper tariff calculator estimates how much the US-Canada trade war could add to your household’s toilet paper costs.
Tariffs can affect much more than the products directly targeted by trade restrictions. When the cost of imported materials, transportation, or other parts of the supply chain goes up, retail prices can follow — and even something as ordinary as toilet paper can become more expensive.
Are toilet paper prices going up in your area? And how much could you spend on it over a year? Our calculator helps you estimate your toilet paper needs and costs over different periods, be it 14 days or a year. This lets you see how changes in the price per roll could affect your household budget.
USA vs. Canada tariffs
The US-Canada trade war has reached an unexpected place: toilet paper. In August 2026, the United States imposed a , while Canada responded with a , effective September 8, 2026.
But why would tariffs affect the price of toilet paper? 🧻 Most major brands manufacture toilet paper in the US, but their supply chains still rely on Canadian pulp. In 2024, the US imported about $328 million worth of toilet paper from Canada.
Tariffs can therefore increase costs for both raw materials and finished products. Manufacturers and importers may pass some of these costs on to consumers, making toliet paper prices go up. Our calculator shows how the changes in toilet paper prices may affect your budget.
🇺🇸 🇨🇦 Scale of US-Canada trade
The US and Canada exchange roughly , making their trade relationship one of the largest between two countries.
How much toilet paper do you actually need?
How much toilet paper does your household go through? 🧻 The average American uses about 141 rolls of toilet paper per year, more than people in any other country. Of course, your household’s needs can be quite different depending on how many people you live with and how much toilet paper each person uses.
For example, a two-person household using the average amount would need about 282 rolls per year, while a four-person household would need around 564 rolls. If your household is a light or heavy user, your actual needs will be lower or higher.
Knowing how much toilet paper you use also makes it easier to estimate how much you’ll spend. With toilet paper prices going up, that baseline matters. Enter your household size and usage habits into our toilet paper tariff calculator to estimate your toilet paper needs and cost over different periods.
How our toilet paper tariff calculator works
Our toilet paper tariff calculator can help you estimate how much your toilet paper will cost before and after tariffs. To use this tool, simply follow these steps:
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Decide what you want to know:
- Choose how many rolls I need to find out how much toilet paper you’ll need for a specific period; or
- Select how long will my supplies last to see how long your current stock will last. Here, you’ll need to specify how many packs of toilet paper you already have.
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In the How long do you need supplies for? field, enter the number of days you want to cover. You can switch to weeks, months, or years if that’s easier.
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How many people are in your household? Enter the number of people who use toilet paper in your household.
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Define how much paper your household typically uses. Choose the 🧻 option that best reflects your household’s typical toilet paper use.
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Enter the number of rolls in the pack you usually buy, if you have not already done so.
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If you want to compare costs:
- Check the Find out how much you’ll pay for them box to open the price section.
- Enter the price per pack before tariffs and we will calculate the price after tariffs, assuming a 20% price increase.
- Alternatively, you can set the final price manually by checking the relevant box in this part of the calculator.
- The calculator will compare your total spending under both scenarios and show you how much the price increase could add to your toilet paper costs.
💡 If you’re tracking other household expenses, our grocery calculator and period product cost calculator can help you plan your budget.
FAQs
Will toilet paper be affected by tariffs?
Yes, toilet paper prices could increase because of tariffs. US manufacturers rely on Canadian pulp, while the US also imports finished toilet paper from Canada. Tariffs can increase the cost of both raw materials and finished products, which may eventually raise retail prices.
Are toilet paper prices going up?
They could, as tariffs increase costs for manufacturers and importers. Major brands, including Procter & Gamble, have already indicated price increases linked to trade pressures. Higher costs for Canadian pulp and imported toilet paper can eventually make their way to retail prices.
How much will toilet paper go up with tariffs?
It’s not clear yet how much toilet paper prices will increase. The final price depends on how much of the additional tariff costs manufacturers and retailers pass on to shoppers.