U.S. Department of Commerce Releases Preliminary Results on Antidumping Review of Hot-Rolled Steel from Japan

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The U.S. Department of Commerce has announced its preliminary findings on the administrative review of antidumping duties for certain hot-rolled steel flat products from Japan. This review covers the period from October 1, 2023, through September 30, 2024. The findings highlight that one of two main producers/exporters sold goods in the United States at less than their normal value. A partial review has been rescinded for one company.

Key Findings:

  • Producers Reviewed: The review initially included assessments of 15 producers and exporters. Commerce selected two main companies for a detailed review: Nippon Steel Corporation (NSC) and Tokyo Steel Manufacturing Co., Ltd.
  • Rescission of Reviews: Commerce, following requests, has partly rescinded the review concerning JFE Shoji Trade America. This was due to a withdrawal request from the petitioners, a group comprising several U.S. steel producers.
  • Preliminary Weighted-Average Dumping Margins:
    • Nippon Steel Corporation: 13.07%
    • Tokyo Steel Manufacturing Co., Ltd: 0.00%

    For other companies not individually examined, a rate of 13.07% has been preliminarily applied, based on prior assessments.

  • Methodology and Analysis: The administrative review was conducted in alignment with the Tariff Act of 1930, section 751(a), and corresponding regulations, utilizing a calculated export price and a constructed export price for analysis.
  • Assessment Rates: Following the review, Commerce will determine specific assessment rates for merchandise entries if the margins remain above zero and de minimis levels.
  • Public Commentary: Interested parties can submit comments and request hearings within the set deadlines. Commerce has outlined procedures to submit both case briefs and rebuttal briefs, allowing stakeholders to engage with the process leading up to the final results.
  • Next Steps: Commerce aims to issue its final results and assessment instructions to U.S. Customs and Border Protection within 120 days following these preliminary results unless an extension is warranted.

The complete memorandum and further details of the preliminary results can be accessed through Commerce’s electronic service system. This ongoing review supports the enforcement of fair trade practices in line with U.S. trade laws, ensuring that domestic industries are not unfairly disadvantaged by lower-priced imports.


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