Commerce Department Reviews Countervailing Duty Order on Wood Products from China
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The U.S. Department of Commerce has finalized a review of countervailing duties on wood mouldings and millwork products from the People’s Republic of China. These duties are important charges placed on imported goods, like wood products, to counteract any unfair advantages from government subsidies in the exporting country.
The original order on these wood products was published on February 16, 2021. On January 2, 2026, the Department started a special review called a “sunset review.” This type of review helps decide if duties should continue or end after five years.
On January 20, 2026, the Coalition of American Millwork Producers, a group representing U.S. manufacturers, expressed their interest in the review. They wanted to participate because they make similar products in the U.S. The Coalition believes that the duties should continue.
By February 2, 2026, the Coalition submitted a detailed response. However, the Government of China and other interested parties did not respond with sufficient reasons or information to oppose the duties. So, the Department of Commerce carried out a quick evaluation, finishing the review in 120 days.
The Department determined that stopping the duties might lead to subsidies returning, which could harm U.S. producers. As a result, the duties will stay in place. Specifically, the subsidy rates are 28.17% for Fujian Yinfeng Imp & Exp Trading Co., Ltd., 252.29% for Fujian Nanping Yuanqiao Wood Industry Co., Ltd., and 40.33% for all other producers.
This decision helps safeguard U.S. manufacturers from unfair competition due to subsidies provided to some Chinese exporters by their government. It continues to ensure that the playing field is even for American businesses making similar products.
The public can access detailed documents and further information about the review through the Department of Commerce’s electronic service system, ACCESS. This system allows people to view decisions and understand the actions taken to protect U.S. industries. The Department has reminded all parties involved to handle the proprietary information responsibly and follow the rules when dealing with confidential data.
The decision to keep the duties aims to support U.S. jobs and ensure that American companies can compete fairly with international businesses.
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