U.S. Finalizes High Antidumping Duties on Some Chinese Electric Vehicles Estimated reading time: 4–6 minutes Commerce Finds Dumping The Department of Commerce found that these LSPTVs from China are being sold in the United States for less than their fair value. This means that U.S. companies are hurt because Chinese companies are selling LSPTVs at unfairly low prices. The investigation looked at sales from October 1, 2023, to March 31, 2024. What Is Covered The products affected are low speed personal transportation vehicles and their parts, even if they are unfinished or unassembled. LSPTVs are small vehicles, with four wheels, a steering wheel, and seats next to each other. They can run on electric or gas power, and cannot go faster than 25 miles per hour. Go-karts, off-road vehicles, mobility scooters, and some other vehicle types are not included. Who Is Affected Many Chinese companies were investigated. Two major companies, Guangdong Lvtong New Energy Electric Vehicle Technology Co., Ltd. (Guangdong Lvtong) and Xiamen Dalle New Energy Automobile Co., Ltd. (Xiamen Dalle), were looked at closely. Other companies also asked for lower rates because they said they were different from the main group of Chinese companies. Some of these companies received different rates based on their information. Final Dumping Margins The Department set very high antidumping rates. Here are the dumping margins: Guangdong Lvtong: 119.39% Xiamen Dalle: 312.31% Other Companies with Separate Rates: 291.04% All Other Chinese Companies (China-wide rate): 478.09% This China-wide rate is based on the highest number provided in the investigation because some companies did not work with the Department. Cash Deposit Requirements Now, U.S. Customs will keep holding back money (cash deposits) when these vehicles are brought from China. This deposit matches the rates listed. Liquidation of these imports (final acceptance) will be stopped for entries made after January 30, 2025. Critical Circumstances The Department found that, in some cases, companies were bringing in a lot of LSPTVs just before these new rates would start. For Guangdong Lvtong, many separate rate companies, and the China-wide group, stricter rules now apply for goods entered as far back as November 1, 2024. Certification Rules for Importers Special certification rules now apply for LSPTV parts, like seat assemblies and motors, that could be used to build these vehicles in the U.S. Importers must show detailed proof that these parts do not arrive with unfinished vehicles or rolling chassis. If not enough proof is given, the highest duty rate (China-wide rate) will be required. What Happens Next The U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) will check if U.S. companies are materially hurt by the Chinese LSPTV imports. If the ITC finds no harm, all the cash deposits will be refunded, and the case will stop. If harm is found, the Department of Commerce will order final duties on the products. List of Companies with Separate Rates Thirty-eight Chinese exporter and producer pairs qualified for individual rates, including companies like Dongguan Excar Electric Vehicle Co., Ltd., Haike EV Co., Ltd., and Suzhou Eagle Electric Vehicle Manufacturing Co., Ltd. Further Information The full government announcement, including detailed product definitions, specific legal references, and certification requirements, can be reviewed at the Federal Register Volume 90, Number 118, pages 26530-26535, dated June 23, 2025. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

U.S. Finds Subsidies for Low-Speed Vehicles from China, Sets Duties Estimated reading time: 3-5 minutes On June 23, 2025, the U.S. Department of Commerce released its final determination in the investigation of certain low-speed personal transportation vehicles (LSPTVs) from China. The Department found that subsidies are being given to producers and exporters of these vehicles in China. The investigation covered the period from January 1, 2023 to December 31, 2023. Background The Department of Commerce started this process by publishing its preliminary findings in December 2024 and collecting opinions from interested parties. The investigation looked closely at the facts and information provided by companies involved, especially Guangdong Lvtong New Energy Electric Vehicle Technology Co., Ltd. (Lvtong), Xiamen Dalle New Energy Automobile Co., Ltd. (Xiamen Dalle), as well as two non-responsive companies, Hebei Machinery Import and Export Co., LTD., and Shandong Odes Industry Co. Ltd. Scope of Investigation The investigation covers certain low-speed personal transportation vehicles (LSPTVs) from China. These are mainly open-air vehicles powered by electric motors or gas engines and have traditional seating, four wheels, and a gross weight of no more than 5,500 pounds. Vehicles with a fixed roof and integrated doors or windows are not covered. The investigation also includes unfinished vehicles and subassemblies, also called “rolling chassis,” with or without parts like seats, roofs, or tires. Certain components, like seat assemblies, steering columns, suspension systems, plastic cowlings, and motors, are not included if they come by themselves and have the right certification. However, if they arrive together with LSPTVs or their subassemblies, or without proper certification, they are included. Methodology and Changes After reviewing all submissions and conducting verification of the information, Commerce made some changes to subsidy calculations from the preliminary stage. The Department used facts available and sometimes adverse findings when companies did not provide all required data. Final Subsidy Rates The Department determined the following subsidy (duty) rates for the period investigated: Guangdong Lvtong New Energy Electric Vehicle Technology Co., Ltd.: 31.45% Hebei Machinery Import and Export Co., LTD.: 679.44% * Shandong Odes Industry Co. Ltd.: 679.44% * Xiamen Dalle New Energy Automobile Co., Ltd.: 44.38% All Other Producers/Exporters: 41.14% *Rates with a star (*) are based on adverse facts available. Critical Circumstances The Department found that “critical circumstances” applied, meaning that for some companies, duties will apply to imports made up to 90 days before the preliminary determination (December 6, 2024). This now includes Lvtong, Xiamen Dalle, all others, and the non-responsive companies. Suspension of Liquidation U.S. Customs will collect deposits and suspend liquidation (final settlement) on subject imports that entered the U.S. on or after December 6, 2024. Suspension for entries made after April 5, 2025 (the end of provisional measures), was discontinued, but entries before April 4, 2025, remain suspended. Because of the critical circumstances decision, Customs will suspend liquidation and collect deposits for imports from Xiamen Dalle and all others that entered up to 90 days before December 6, 2024. If the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) finds that the domestic U.S. industry is injured by these imports, a countervailing duty (CVD) order will be issued, and Customs will continue to collect duties. If the ITC finds no injury, all duties will be refunded. Certification Requirements Commerce now requires importers of certain LSPTV components (Chinese-origin seat assemblies, steering columns, suspension systems, plastic cowlings, or motors) to certify that these parts are not being combined with subject LSPTVs or subassemblies. Specific certification procedures and records are required, as detailed in the official notice. Importers must keep this documentation for at least five years after the last entry covered or three years after any court cases are finished. If an importer fails to follow these rules, all their affected entries may be considered subject to duties. Next Steps The Commerce Department will notify the ITC of its decision. The ITC will decide within 45 days if imports of LSPTVs from China are causing harm to the U.S. industry. If the answer is yes, Commerce will issue a formal CVD order. If not, the case will end, and money collected will be returned. Appendices The notice includes the full legal definition (“scope”) of the products covered, the importer certification form, and a full list of topics addressed in Commerce’s Issues and Decision Memorandum. For further details, all documents are on file with the U.S. Department of Commerce and available online. Contact Information For questions, contact Dan Alexander in the Enforcement and Compliance office at the U.S. Department of Commerce: (202) 482-4313. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

U.S. Department of Commerce Issues Preliminary Results on Tapered Roller Bearings from China Estimated reading time: 3–7 minutes The U.S. Department of Commerce has released its preliminary findings for the administrative review of the antidumping duty order on tapered roller bearings (TRBs) and parts from the People’s Republic of China. This review covers the period of June 1, 2023 through May 31, 2024. Key Actions Commerce is rescinding the administrative review in part. This means that some companies will no longer be under review. The companies removed from the review are: Changshan Peer Bearing Co., Ltd. (CPZ) C&U Metallurgy Bearing Co., Ltd. Sichuan C&U Bearing Co., Ltd. C&U Automotive Bearing Co., Ltd. Hangzhou C&U Bearing Co., Ltd. Commerce is also announcing preliminary findings for two other companies: Shanghai Tainai Bearing Co., Ltd. (Tainai) C&U Group Shanghai Bearing Co., Ltd. (C&U Shanghai Bearing) Tainai Had No Shipments Commerce found that Tainai did not ship any TRBs to the United States during the review period. This was based on data from U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP). Commerce checked the CBP data and information from Tainai and did not find any shipments from Tainai. C&U Shanghai Is Considered Part of the China-Wide Entity C&U Shanghai Bearing did not apply for a separate rate in this review. Companies without a separate rate are considered to be part of the “China-wide entity.” The rate for the China-wide entity is 92.84 percent. Commerce will apply this rate to C&U Shanghai Bearing. Review Details The review originally included several companies after requests from JTEKT Bearings North America LLC (a domestic company) and CPZ. After business and procedural steps: CPZ withdrew from the review. Four other companies had no entries of subject merchandise. Commerce decided to rescind the review for these companies. Scope of Products The order covers all shipments of finished and unfinished tapered roller bearings and parts from China. It also covers different units and housings that include tapered roller bearings. The products fall under many Harmonized Tariff Schedule codes, such as 8482.20.00, 8482.91.00.50, and others. Public Participation Parties can submit case briefs or comments about these preliminary results within 21 days of the notice publication. Rebuttal briefs are allowed five days after initial briefs. Hearings can be requested within 30 days, and all submissions must be filed electronically. Assessment and Cash Deposits For companies no longer under review, Commerce will instruct CBP to assess antidumping duties at the rates on record when the goods were imported. For companies still under review, any duties owed would be based on final results. Tainai’s entries, if any, will be assessed at the China-wide rate of 92.84 percent. The same rate applies to C&U Shanghai Bearing for any subject merchandise during the review period. These cash deposit requirements are effective from the date the final results are published and remain in force until further notice. Next Steps Commerce plans to release final results within 120 days of the preliminary results, unless otherwise extended. These results will help decide the assessment of duties for the review period and future deposit rates. Reminders This notice also reminds parties involved of their responsibilities in handling confidential information according to rules set for Administrative Protective Orders. Contact For more information, contact Jerry Xiao at the U.S. Department of Commerce, telephone: (202) 482-2273. Official Publication These actions are taken under the authority of the Tariff Act of 1930 and related regulations. The official notice was signed by Christopher Abbott, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Policy and Negotiations. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

U.S. Finds Chinese Temporary Steel Fencing Gets Unfair Subsidies Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes On June 20, 2025, the U.S. Department of Commerce announced a preliminary decision in a trade case about temporary steel fencing from China. The Department found that Chinese producers and exporters of this fencing are getting support from their government. This help is called a “countervailable subsidy.” What Is Being Investigated The investigation looks at “temporary steel fencing.” This fencing includes steel fence panels and stands. The panels have steel tubing and inside material like chain link or steel wire mesh. Most panels are 10 to 12 feet long and 6 to 8 feet high. Both the panels and stands are covered, whether they are imported together or by themselves. Period of the Investigation The period reviewed is from January 1, 2024, to December 31, 2024. Key Companies and Rates Two companies were closely investigated: Hebei Minmetals Co., Ltd.: 33.27% subsidy rate Shijiazhuang SD Company Ltd.: 139.20% subsidy rate Five companies did not answer questions from U.S. officials. These are: Anping County Xingpeng Hardware Co., Ltd. Shenzhou Yuelei Metal Products Co., Ltd. Sichuan Gold-Link Industry Sourcing Solution Co., Ltd. Tianjin Mengsheng Metal Products These non-responsive companies got a rate of 301.83%. This rate is based on “adverse facts available” because they did not cooperate. “All-other” producers and exporters who were not individually investigated received an 86.24% subsidy rate. Critical Circumstances The Department of Commerce found “critical circumstances” for some imports. This means they believe companies rushed products into the U.S. to avoid possible duties. The companies affected by this are Hebei Minmetals, the five non-responsive companies, and all-other companies. One company, Shijiazhuang SD, was not found to have critical circumstances. Suspension of Liquidation For the affected companies with critical circumstances, U.S. Customs will hold back (“suspend liquidation” of) entries made on or after 90 days before this notice was published. For Shijiazhuang SD, the suspension begins on the date of notice. Importers must pay a cash deposit for the above rates. Scope of Products Covered The fencing includes panels and stands, coated or not, in any size over six square feet and weighing more than four pounds. The scope also covers items finished or packed in another country, as long as they match these rules. Only the fencing from China is covered, not any extra parts or accessories that may come with it. Next Steps The Department of Commerce will now check (“verify”) the information used for this preliminary finding. Interested parties can submit arguments (“case briefs”) after the last verification report is released. Hearings may also be requested. The International Trade Commission (ITC) will decide if the imports hurt U.S. companies. If the final decision stays the same, these duties will continue. This finding is open to public review. All related details and documents are available to the public online. Key Dates Notice published: June 20, 2025 Final determination expected: October 27, 2025 (unless delayed) Contact Information Questions may be directed to Natasia Byrd or Janaé Martin at the Department of Commerce, Enforcement and Compliance, Office VI, Washington, DC. Source: Federal Register, Volume 90, Number 117 (Friday, June 20, 2025), Document Number: 2025-11383 Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

U.S. Finds Chinese Brake Drums Sold Below Fair Value Estimated reading time: 5–10 minutes The U.S. Department of Commerce has made a final decision about certain brake drums from China. The Department says these brake drums are being sold in the United States for less than fair value. What Is the Product? The investigation looked at brake drums made from gray cast iron. They must have an actual or nominal inside diameter of 14.75 inches or more, but not over 16.6 inches. The brake drums must weigh more than 50 pounds. Brake drums are included if they are finished or unfinished, imported alone or with non-subject items like a hub. Assemblies are covered, but only the brake drum itself is part of this case. Some brake drums are excluded, like composite drums with more than 38 percent steel by weight, and some covered by other antidumping orders. Investigation Timeline The Department started the investigation on January 29, 2025. The period looked at sales between October 1, 2023, and March 31, 2024. Changes were made since the preliminary decision after reviewing comments and documents from companies. Companies Involved The investigation looked at several Chinese companies, including Shandong ConMet Mechanical Co., Ltd. The Department checked sales and production information from these companies. Dumping Margins and Results The Department determined the following estimated dumping margins: Producer Exporter Weighted-Average Dumping Margin (%) Cash Deposit Rate (%) Shandong ConMet Mechanical Co., Ltd. Shandong ConMet Mechanical Co., Ltd. 77.14 77.14 Liaoning Hechuang CV Parts MFG Co. Liaoning Hechuang CV Parts MFG Co. 77.14 77.14 Hebei OE Auto Spare Parts Co., Ltd. Ningbo Qingchen Intl. Trade Co., Ltd. 77.14 77.14 Longyao County Yiheng Auto Parts Co. Qingdao Jasmine Intl. Trade Co., Ltd. 77.14 77.14 Shandong Lingang Nonferrous Metals Co. Qingdao Tordon Brake Co., Ltd. 77.14 77.14 Qiqihar Beimo Auto Parts Mfg Co., Ltd. Qiqihar Beimo Auto Parts Mfg Co., Ltd. 77.14 77.14 Shandong Lingang Nonferrous Metals Co. Shandong Haoxin Co., Ltd. 77.14 77.14 Shandong Hongma Engineering Machinery Shandong Hongma Engr. Machinery Co., Ltd. 77.14 77.14 Longyao Gucheng Automobile Parts Factory Shandong North Autotech Co., Ltd. 77.14 77.14 Shandong Longji Machinery Co., Ltd. Shanghai Winsun Auto Parts Co., Ltd. 77.14 77.14 China-Wide Entity 160.79* 150.25 *The higher margin for the China-Wide Entity is based on facts available with adverse inferences. Rates and Instructions U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) will keep suspending the liquidation of entries for these products after January 29, 2025. Importers must place cash deposits at the rates shown. If the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) finds U.S. industry injured by these products, antidumping duties will be ordered. Possible Changes If the ITC decides there is no injury, the process will stop, and any deposits will be returned. If injury is found, the cash deposit rates may be updated for subsidies. Where to Find More Information The full Issues and Decision Memorandum, including changes and comments from interested parties, is available online at here. Conclusion The Department of Commerce has finished its investigation. Many Chinese companies exporting certain brake drums to the U.S. will face high dumping margins. The final decision now goes to the ITC to determine if these sales harmed U.S. industry. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

U.S. Department of Commerce Finds Countervailable Subsidies for Certain Brake Drums from China Estimated reading time: 7–10 minutes U.S. Department of Commerce Finds Countervailable Subsidies for Certain Brake Drums from China The U.S. Department of Commerce has issued its final determination that producers and exporters of certain brake drums from the People’s Republic of China receive countervailable subsidies. The investigation covered the period from January 1, 2023, through December 31, 2023. Investigation Background On December 3, 2024, the Department of Commerce published its preliminary findings in the Federal Register. CAIEC Trailer Master Co., Ltd., a key respondent, withdrew from the case on February 21, 2025. A post-preliminary analysis was released on April 1, 2025. All events and comments submitted by interested parties were taken into account in the final determination. Scope of the Investigation The products under investigation are gray cast iron brake drums from China. These brake drums have an actual or nominal inside diameter of 14.75 inches or more, but not over 16.6 inches, and weigh more than 50 pounds. Both finished and unfinished brake drums are included. The detailed description of the products is set out in Appendix I of the final notice. Certain drum and chassis products from China covered by earlier antidumping and countervailing duty orders are excluded from the scope. Brake drums with more than 38 percent steel by weight are also excluded. Changes to Product Scope During the investigation, comments were received regarding the scope of products. The Department issued a Preliminary Scope Decision Memorandum and later added more Harmonized Tariff Schedule subheadings in response to comments. These changes are reflected in Appendix I. Verification of Information In January 2025, the Department verified information provided by Shandong ConMet Mechanical, Ltd. and Weifang ConMet Mechanical Products Co., Ltd. (collectively, ConMet). Standard procedures were used to check accounting records and source documents. Analysis and Methodology The Department reviewed various subsidy programs. The final decision outlines which programs were found to be countervailable. The official record provides a detailed list of the issues raised by interested parties. The full methodology is available in the Issues and Decision Memorandum. The Department determined if subsidies existed by confirming financial contributions from authorities, proof of benefit to recipients, and specificity. The Department relied partly on facts available and used adverse inferences, especially concerning CAIEC’s withdrawal and data gaps. Details are in the preliminary memorandum and the final Issues and Decision Memorandum. Calculation Changes The subsidy rate for ConMet was changed based on comments and verification. For CAIEC, the calculation relied on adverse inferences. The adverse facts available (AFA) rate was updated to include rates for three additional programs and corrections. All-Others Rate The ‘all-others’ rate is based on ConMet’s revised rate, because its rate is not zero, de minimis, or entirely based on facts otherwise available. Final Subsidy Rates The Department assigned these rates: Company Subsidy Rate (percent ad valorem) CAIEC Trailer Master Co., Ltd. / Trailer Master CVS Inc. 446.83* Shandong ConMet Mechanical, Ltd./Weifang ConMet Mechanical Products Co., Ltd. 11.94 Guangzhou Joyhand Import & Export Co. 446.83* Hebei Iruijin Auto Parts Co., Ltd. 446.83* Henan Broad Top Metal Work, Llc 446.83* Henan Valiant Braking System Co. 446.83* HTS (Tianjin) Supply Chain Co., Ltd. 446.83* Panasia CVS (HK), Ltd. 446.83* Raw King Brake Parts Co., Ltd. 446.83* Tianjin Textile Group Import and Export Inc. 446.83* Xiamen Tinmy Industrial Co., Ltd. 446.83* Xingtai Xunchiyoute Auto Parts Co. 446.83* Yancheng Terbon Auto Parts Co. 446.83* Yantai Hongtian Autoparts Co., Ltd. 446.83* Zhejiang Firsd Group Co., Ltd. 446.83* All Others 11.94 *Rates marked with an asterisk are based on facts available with adverse inferences. Suspension of Liquidation On December 3, 2024, the Department told U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to collect cash deposits and suspend liquidation of relevant entries. Suspension was lifted for entries after April 2, 2025, but remains for earlier entries. If the International Trade Commission (ITC) gives a final injury determination, the Department will order more actions, including duty deposits on future entries. ITC Process The Department will notify the ITC about its findings. The ITC must decide within 45 days whether U.S. industry is harmed or threatened by these imports. If not, the process ends and deposits are refunded. Access to Documents Interested parties may access all public documents online through the Antidumping and Countervailing Duty Centralized Electronic Service System (ACCESS) at https://access.trade.gov. Administrative Protective Orders The notice reminds parties of their responsibilities to return or destroy proprietary information as required by law. Official Signing The determination was signed by Steven Presing, Acting Deputy Assistant Secretary for Policy and Negotiations, on June 13, 2025. For More Information Contact Nathan James at (202) 482-5305 or Olivia Woolverton at (202) 482-7452. See the Federal Register, Volume 90, Number 116, pages 26002-26004, for the complete notice. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

U.S. Continues Antidumping and Countervailing Duty Orders on Chinese Aluminum Wire and Cable Estimated reading time: 5–7 minutes The U.S. Department of Commerce has announced the continuation of antidumping duty (AD) and countervailing duty (CVD) orders on aluminum wire and cable from the People’s Republic of China. This action follows findings that canceling these orders would likely lead to more dumping, subsidies, and injury to U.S. companies. Background The original AD and CVD orders began on December 23, 2019. In November 2024, the International Trade Commission (ITC) and the Department of Commerce started their first “sunset reviews” to check if the orders should stay in place. These reviews are required by law every five years. Experts at the Department of Commerce found that removing the orders would likely allow dumping and government support for Chinese companies to start again. They shared their findings with the ITC. On June 13, 2025, the ITC determined that removing the orders would harm the U.S. industry that makes aluminum wire and cable. Scope of the Orders The orders cover assemblies of one or more electrical conductors made from specific aluminum alloys. At least one conductor must be insulated and have a voltage rating above 80 volts but not more than 1,000 volts. At least one conductor must be stranded and sized between 16.5 thousand circular mil (kcmil) and 1,000 kcmil. The assembly can have extra parts like a grounding conductor, different metal coverings, connectors, shields, jackets, or fillers. Most products match certain National Electrical Code and Underwriters Laboratories standards, but this is not required. Aluminum wire and cable products shorter than six feet, even if they arrive as part of equipment, are not included. The products usually fall under trade codes 8544.49.9000 or 8544.42.9090 in U.S. records. However, the exact written scope decides what is covered. Continued Orders Customs officers will keep collecting AD and CVD cash deposits on these products from China at the rates set when the goods enter the country. This continuation started on June 13, 2025. The Department of Commerce will launch the next five-year review of these orders no more than 30 days before June 13, 2030. Protecting Proprietary Information The Department reminds all parties to return or destroy any business secrets shared under an Administrative Protective Order (APO). Not following these rules can lead to penalties. Review Information This continuation, and the reviews leading up to it, were carried out under U.S. law and rules. The notice was signed by Steven Presing, Acting Deputy Assistant Secretary for Policy and Negotiations, on June 13, 2025. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

U.S. Sets Antidumping Duties on Steel Nails from China: Final 2022-2023 Review Results Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes The U.S. Department of Commerce has released the final results of its administrative review of antidumping duties on certain steel nails from the People’s Republic of China. This review covers shipments made from August 1, 2022, through July 31, 2023. Company Found Dumping Steel Nails The department determined that Shanghai Yueda Nails Co., Ltd. (also known as Shanghai Yueda Nails Industry Co., Ltd.) sold steel nails in the United States at prices less than the normal value during the time studied. Final Antidumping Duty Rate Announced For the review period, Commerce found that Shanghai Yueda Nails Co., Ltd. will face a weighted-average dumping margin of 11.73 percent. Companies Removed from Review Commerce has rescinded the review for eight companies because there was no evidence of suspended entries during the review period. The companies are: Hebei Minmetals Co., Ltd. Nanjing Caiqing Hardware Co., Ltd. Nanjing Yuechang Hardware Co., Ltd. Shandong Qingyun Hongyi Hardware Products Co., Ltd. Shanxi Hairui Trade Co., Ltd. Suntec Industries Co., Ltd. Tianjin Jinchi Metal Products Co., Ltd. Xi’an Metals & Minerals Import & Export Co., Ltd. China-Wide Entity and S-Mart S-Mart (Tianjin) Technology Development Co., Ltd. remains part of the China-wide entity because it did not submit a separate rate application. The China-wide antidumping duty rate is set at 118.04 percent. How Duties Will Be Assessed Commerce will order U.S. Customs and Border Protection to assess antidumping duties on all applicable entries. For Shanghai Yueda, duties will be set at the rate of 11.73 percent for each importer, unless the amount is less than 0.5 percent. If the rate is lower than 0.5 percent, entries will not be charged duties. For sales not reported by Shanghai Yueda, Commerce will use the China-wide rate. Entries made by companies in the China-wide entity, including S-Mart, will be assessed at the rate of 118.04 percent. For the eight companies with rescinded reviews, duties will be based on the deposit rate at the time of entry. Commerce plans to send assessment instructions to Customs 35 days after the final results notice is published, unless a summons is filed in the U.S. Court of International Trade. Cash Deposit Instructions These cash deposit requirements will be implemented at the time of publication: For Shanghai Yueda, the rate is 11.73 percent. For other exporters with a separate rate from prior reviews, their existing rate continues. For all exporters from China without a separate rate, the rate is 118.04 percent. For non-Chinese exporters without a separate rate, the Chinese supplier’s rate applies. These rates will stay in effect until Commerce announces otherwise. Importer and Legal Reminders Importers must file a certificate about reimbursement of duties. Not doing so may result in Commerce charging double duties. Parties under an Administrative Protective Order must return or destroy confidential information as required by law. Not following these rules can lead to sanctions. Additional Information The scope, background, and detailed points from this review are included in the official Issues and Decision Memorandum, available to the public at the Commerce Department’s online ACCESS system. This final decision was signed by Steven Presing, Acting Deputy Assistant Secretary for Policy and Negotiations, on June 10, 2025. The official notice was published in the Federal Register on June 16, 2025. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

U.S. Continues Antidumping Duties on Malleable Cast Iron Pipe Fittings from China Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes On June 10, 2025, the U.S. Department of Commerce announced that it will continue the antidumping duty order on malleable cast iron pipe fittings from the People’s Republic of China. This decision follows findings by both the U.S. Department of Commerce and the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC). Both agencies determined that canceling this order would likely result in more dumping of these pipe fittings from China. They also found that such dumping would likely harm the U.S. industry. The original antidumping duty order was published on December 12, 2003. A new review of the order began in November 2024. The ITC started its review on November 1, 2024. The Department of Commerce began its review on November 4, 2024. This was the fourth five-year (sunset) review for this order. The Department of Commerce found that removing the order would likely bring back dumping of these products at similar rates seen before. They sent their findings to the ITC. The ITC agreed that getting rid of the order would likely lead to more injury to U.S. businesses within a short period. The products under this order are certain malleable iron pipe fittings that are cast and not grooved. These items are from China. They are currently listed under U.S. tariff numbers 7307.19.90.30, 7307.19.90.60, and 7307.19.90.80. Metal compression couplings are not covered by this order, even if they have similar tariff codes. Because of these decisions, U.S. Customs and Border Protection will keep collecting antidumping cash deposits for these imports. The continuation of the order started on June 10, 2025. The Department of Commerce plans to start the next five-year review of this order before the fifth anniversary of the ITC’s latest decision. This notice also reminds parties with access to confidential records about the need to return or destroy any protected information, or change it to a judicial order, as the law requires. For more details, contact Elizabeth Whiteman at the U.S. Department of Commerce, at (202) 482-0473. The notice was signed by Steven Presing, Acting Deputy Assistant Secretary for Policy and Negotiations, on June 10, 2025. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

Commerce Department Finds Dumping of Wood Mouldings and Millwork from China Estimated reading time: 5–10 minutes On June 16, 2025, the U.S. Department of Commerce announced the preliminary results for its review of wood mouldings and millwork products imported from China. The review covers the period from February 1, 2023, to January 31, 2024. Key Findings The Commerce Department found that certain Chinese exporters sold wood mouldings and millwork products in the U.S. at prices lower than normal value. This means those companies were selling items for less than the usual price, or below “fair value.” Companies Reviewed The Department reviewed 38 companies or groups. Later, the review was stopped for 20 of these companies because there were either no requests to continue, or no entries of merchandise needing review. Four companies were removed from the review after all requests concerning them were withdrawn. Separate Rate Status The Commerce Department said that some companies proved they are separate from the Chinese government and can get their own rates. These included Longquan Jiefeng Trade Co., Ltd.; Zhejiang Senya Board Industry Co., Ltd.; Fujian Yinfeng Imp & Exp Trading Co., Ltd.; Fujian Province Youxi City Mangrove Wood Machining Co., Ltd.; and 12 other companies. Antidumping Margins Preliminary results show the following estimated dumping margins for the period: Longquan Jiefeng Trade Co., Ltd. / Zhejiang Senya Board Industry Co., Ltd.: 140.79% Fujian Yinfeng Imp & Exp Trading Co., Ltd. / Fujian Province Youxi City Mangrove Wood Machining Co., Ltd.: 101.70% 12 other companies that qualified for separate rates: 109.42% For companies that did not qualify for their own rate, the China-wide dumping margin remains at 220.87 percent. Customs and Assessment Cash deposits for estimated antidumping duties will be applied to shipments entered on or after the date of the final decision. Importers must be ready to file certificates proving they did not get reimbursed for dumping or countervailing duties. Failure to do so could mean paying extra duties. Next Steps and Deadlines The Commerce Department is sharing these results for public comment. Parties who wish to comment have up to 21 days after publication to submit their case briefs. Rebuttal briefs are due five days after case briefs. Any hearing request must be filed within 30 days of this notice. The Department expects to announce the final results of this review within 120 days of this preliminary notice. Appendices The notice also lists, in detail, all companies included in each group: those receiving separate rates, those rescinded from review due to withdrawn requests, and those rescinded from review because there were no entries during the review period. Responsibility of Importers This announcement reminds importers to follow all rules about paperwork and proof of duty payments. Not following the rules could lead to extra penalties. This news is based on official information from the Federal Register, Volume 90, Number 114, published June 16, 2025. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

U.S. Opens Antidumping Investigations on Hardwood and Decorative Plywood from China, Indonesia, and Vietnam Estimated reading time: 5–10 minutes On June 16, 2025, the U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) announced the start of less-than-fair-value (LTFV) investigations into imports of hardwood and decorative plywood from China, Indonesia, and Vietnam. This means Commerce is looking into whether these products are being sold in the United States at unfairly low prices. Background On May 22, 2025, a group of U.S. plywood producers (the Coalition for Fair Trade in Hardwood Plywood) filed petitions asking for these investigations. The same day, they also filed petitions for countervailing duties on imports from all three countries. Commerce reviewed the petitions and asked for more information. The group provided all requested details between May 28 and June 10, 2025. Scope of Investigations The investigations cover hardwood and decorative plywood from these three countries. This includes flat, multilayered plywood panels with face or back veneers made from hardwood, softwood, or bamboo. The product can have other surface coatings, coverings, or minor processing. The full description and all relevant product codes (HTSUS) are included in the official notice. Some items are excluded, like structural plywood stamped for specific standards, cork-faced plywood, multilayered wood flooring, certain bamboo products, fully assembled furniture, and others. Investigation Periods For Indonesia, the study covers sales from April 1, 2024, to March 31, 2025. For China and Vietnam, which are considered non-market economies, the period is October 1, 2024, to March 31, 2025. Industry Support To start an investigation, Commerce checks if there is enough support from U.S. producers. The Coalition represents more than 50% of U.S. hardwood and decorative plywood makers who support the petition. They also meet the requirement of representing at least 25% of total U.S. production. Allegations of Injury The petitions claim that U.S. industry is being hurt by these imports due to increasing import volumes, prices under U.S. market rates, shifting market share, and financial harm. The petitions say each country’s imports are high enough to meet investigation rules. Alleged Dumping Margins The estimated dumping margins (how much lower the prices are compared to fair value) are listed as follows: China: 540.07% Indonesia: 84.94% Vietnam: 138.04% to 152.41% Investigation Procedures Commerce will choose companies from each country to study closely. For Indonesia, companies will receive questionnaires, and the largest firms will be examined based on sales data. For China and Vietnam, Commerce will use special methods because these are non-market economies. Companies must apply for “separate rates” if they want to be treated apart from government-run businesses. Parties have deadlines to comment on scope (July 1, 2025) and to respond to product characteristic questions or other requests. Timeline and Next Steps The U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) will decide within 45 days if there is a reasonable sign that U.S. industry is being injured. If the ITC finds no injury by imports from any of the countries, the investigation regarding that country will stop. Commerce will make a preliminary decision within 140 days unless postponed. Legal and Filing Details All parties must use the Enforcement and Compliance Centralized Electronic Service System (ACCESS) for submissions unless exceptions apply. There are clear instructions and timelines for submitting information, requesting deadline extensions, and applying for participation rights. Commerce has set rules for how information should be filed and certified. These requirements ensure submissions are complete and accurate. Product Codes Products are most commonly imported under many specific HTSUS codes, which are detailed in the official notice. The written product description controls the investigation, not the HTSUS codes. Contact Information Questions can be directed to: Theodora Mattei (China) at (202) 482-4834. Joy Zhang (Indonesia) at (202) 482-1168. Kabir Archuletta (Vietnam) at (202) 482-2593. The notice was signed by Steven Presing, Acting Deputy Assistant Secretary for Policy and Negotiations, on June 11, 2025. The full text with all technical details and codes is available through the Federal Register. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

U.S. Launches Countervailing Duty Investigations on Hardwood and Decorative Plywood from China, Indonesia, and Vietnam Estimated reading time: 5–10 minutes On June 11, 2025, the U.S. Department of Commerce started countervailing duty (CVD) investigations on hardwood and decorative plywood imported from China, Indonesia, and Vietnam. This action was announced in the Federal Register on June 16, 2025. Background The Coalition for Fair Trade in Hardwood Plywood filed CVD petitions on May 22, 2025. The coalition includes U.S. producers like Columbia Forest Products, Commonwealth Plywood Inc., Manthei Wood Products, States Industries LLC, and Timber Products Company. They claim that manufacturers in China, Indonesia, and Vietnam benefit from government subsidies, making it hard for American producers to compete. The CVD petitions came with antidumping duty (AD) petitions for the same products from these countries. Process and Investigation Period The Department reviewed the information in the petitions and exchanged several supplemental questions and answers with the Coalition until June 10, 2025. The investigation period is from January 1, 2024, through December 31, 2024. Product Scope The investigations cover hardwood and decorative plywood. These are flat, layered wood panels made with two or more wood veneers, possibly over a core. At least one outer veneer must be made of hardwood, softwood, or bamboo. The panels can have different surface coatings or coverings but are still included under this review. More details and exclusions are listed in the Federal Register notice. Submitting Scope Comments Interested parties can comment on which products should be included. Comments must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time on July 1, 2025. Rebuttal comments are due by July 11, 2025, also at 5:00 p.m. All submissions must use the Department’s electronic filing system, ACCESS. Consultations The Department notified the governments of China, Indonesia, and Vietnam about the petitions and invited consultations. Meetings were held with Indonesia and Vietnam on June 5, 2025. China did not request a meeting but sent written comments. Industry Support For a petition to proceed, U.S. producers supporting the petition must make up at least 25 percent of total production and more than 50 percent of those expressing either support or opposition. The Department found that the coalition met these requirements. Injury Test The U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) will decide if the imported plywood causes or threatens harm to the U.S. industry. Allegations The coalition says that imports from these countries are getting subsidies and that the U.S. industry is suffering. Reasons include a large rise in imports, lower prices, lost sales, and falling profits in the U.S. industry. Initiation of the Investigations The Department found enough support to start investigations on nearly all the subsidy programs listed in the petitions: 33 for China, 12 for Indonesia, and 26 for Vietnam. Public checklists with more details are available online. Respondent Selection The Department plans to issue questionnaires to many identified producers and exporters in each country. If companies do not get a questionnaire directly, they can still submit information. Responses are due by June 25, 2025. Next Steps The Department will send a copy of the public version of the petitions to the governments involved and, as much as possible, to all named exporters. The ITC will make a preliminary decision in 45 days on whether U.S. industry has been harmed. If they decide there is no harm for any country, the case for that country will end. Other Instructions All parties must follow specific rules when submitting evidence and requests for more time. Special certification forms and procedures must be used for anything submitted. Rules on who must be notified and how paperwork is served have been updated. What Is Covered Under the Scope The plywood covered under investigation includes a wide range of wood panels. Some products are excluded, such as plywood certified to certain U.S. structural standards, products with cork veneers, specific wood flooring, some fully assembled or ready-to-assemble furniture, finished countertops, certain laminated door parts, and some two-ply products. The plywood usually enters under many different customs numbers, which are listed in detail in the notice. These customs numbers help identify which products are included, but the written descriptions are what matter most for the investigations. Published By Steven Presing, Acting Deputy Assistant Secretary for Policy and Negotiations, signed the notice for publication. For full legal text and more details, please refer to the official Federal Register Volume 90, Number 114, dated June 16, 2025. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.