Antidumping Duty Order Issued on Lattice Boom Crawler Cranes from Japan
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Antidumping Duty Order Issued on Lattice Boom Crawler Cranes from Japan
The U.S. Department of Commerce, along with the International Trade Commission (ITC), has issued an antidumping duty order on lattice boom crawler cranes from Japan. This decision follows affirmative findings from both departments, which said that these cranes were being sold at less than fair value.
What Does this Mean?
Starting July 23, 2026, antidumping duties will be levied. This means that additional taxes will be applied to cranes coming from Japan to make the pricing fair.
Background Details
On June 4, the Department of Commerce announced their final affirmative determination regarding the sales of these cranes at less than fair value. Then, on July 16, the ITC confirmed their decision of material injury to the U.S. industry.
Scope of the Order
The order includes all lattice boom crawler cranes from Japan. These cranes are often used for heavy lifting in construction and other industries. If you need more details, check the appendix on the original notice for a deeper description.
Antidumping Duty Rates
Several companies in Japan will face specific duty rates:
- Kobelco Construction Machinery Co., Ltd. will face a 12.36% duty.
- Sumitomo Heavy Industries Construction Cranes Co., Ltd. will face a 20.00% duty.
- All other relevant companies will face a 16.18% duty rate.
Provisional Measures
The suspension of liquidation started on January 16, 2026, back when the preliminary determination was made.
Entries made between July 15, 2026, and July 19, 2026, are NOT subject to these duties. These entries should be liquidated without paying antidumping fees.
Forward Steps
It’s important that stakeholders keep up with the annual inquiry service list. This list will help ensure all parties are well-informed about the case proceedings and any updates to duties or regulations.
Keep an eye on updates and notifications for any changes and to ensure compliance with this new order.
This order aims to protect U.S. industries from unfair pricing strategies by enforcing duties on products from Japan that do not adhere to fair pricing. Stay informed, and make sure you or your business fully understands the implications if you’re involved in importing these cranes.
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