U.S. Government Finds Some Chassis from Thailand Sold Below Fair Value
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The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) has announced that certain chassis and subassemblies from Thailand are being sold in the United States at prices lower than what it considers fair. This practice is called “less than fair value” or LTFV. The investigation looked at chassis sales from January 1, 2024, to December 31, 2024.
Background
The investigation started with a preliminary decision in September 2025. The investigation was temporarily delayed due to a government shutdown. The investigation’s final decision was issued on April 20, 2026.
The issues raised during the investigation were addressed in a public document. You can find this document on the official government website for more details.
Scope of the Investigation
The products involved are chassis from Thailand, which are parts of vehicles used to carry containers or other loads. These chassis can be finished or unfinished. The investigation received comments from interested parties, and some changes were made to the scope.
Verification and Analysis
Commerce verified the information submitted by companies involved in making the chassis. They checked financial records and other important documents.
Adverse Facts Available (AFA)
Commerce found that one company, Panus Assembly Co., Ltd., obstructed this process. Therefore, Commerce applied an adverse facts available rate of 129.63% to this company. This means they used the worst possible inference against Panus.
Final Determination
The final decision lists the rates of dumping for different companies. Dee Siam Manufacturing Co., Ltd. has a dumping margin of 72.85%. Panus Assembly Co., Ltd. has a dumping margin of 129.63%. All other companies have a dumping margin of 72.85%.
Suspension of Liquidation
Commerce has asked U.S. Customs and Border Protection to stop the liquidation process of the involved merchandise. This happened once before and will restart if the International Trade Commission (ITC) finds that this has caused injury to the U.S. industry.
ITC Notification
The ITC will make its determination of injury within a set period. If they find injury to have occurred, antidumping duties will be applied to imports from Thailand. If not, the duties will be canceled.
Conclusion
This announcement highlights how Commerce is handling unfair trade practices. The decision can impact U.S. companies and consumers, depending on whether these chassis will face duties or not.
The document marks the final decision in the investigation process. This final ruling aims to protect U.S. industries from unfair pricing practices.
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