Commerce Preliminary Determination: Tin Mill Products from China Face Countervailing Duties

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Investigation Details

The period of the investigation covers the entire year of 2025. This is part of an ongoing examination under the Tariff Act of 1930. Commerce began the investigation in May 2026 and has been working towards gathering the necessary information to assess the situation.

Scope of Investigation

Tin mill products are flat-rolled steel items, either coated with tin or chromium. These products, known as tinplate and tin-free steel, are used in various industries. The scope of this investigation covers all tin mill products from China, regardless of their specific characteristics.

Findings

According to the preliminary findings, companies like Shougang Holding Trade (Hong Kong) Ltd. and Shougang Jingtang United Iron & Steel Co. Ltd. have been identified as receiving countervailable subsidies. Commerce has applied an adverse inference due to a lack of cooperation from these companies in providing requested information.

Critical Circumstances

Commerce also finds critical circumstances existing, which impacts how duties are applied. This designation means that duties may be imposed on retroactive imports, dating back 90 days before the initial suspension decision.

Next Steps

Those interested are invited to comment on this preliminary decision. The decision on final duties will be aligned with the final determination in a companion antidumping duty investigation. This is expected to be finalized by November 30, 2026.

Public Participation

Commerce has opened the floor for case briefs and comments from interested parties. Deadlines have been set for submissions, and a hearing may be scheduled if requested. It is crucial for stakeholders to participate actively to ensure their perspectives are considered.

Notification to ITC

The International Trade Commission (ITC) has been notified of these findings. It is up to the ITC to determine whether the imports in question are injuring or threatening U.S. industries.

The Department of Commerce remains committed to ensuring fair trade practices and protecting domestic industries from unfair foreign subsidies. The outcomes of these determinations have significant implications for trade relations and industry stakeholders.

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