U.S. Commerce Department Announces Meeting on Export Controls for Sensors and Instruments Estimated reading time: 2–3 minutes The U.S. Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Industry and Security has announced a meeting of the Sensors and Instrumentation Technical Advisory Committee (SITAC). This meeting will take place on July 29, 2025. The meeting will be held from 12:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Eastern Time. Both the open and closed parts of the meeting will happen virtually by phone call. SITAC gives advice to the Secretary of Commerce and other officials about export control policies. These controls help keep important technology and information safe. At this meeting, committee members and government representatives will talk about new technical data and information that affects export policy. The meeting has two parts. The first part, from 12:30 p.m. to about 1:30 p.m., is open to the public. This open session will include reports from working groups, general business, and industry presentations. Anyone who wishes to join must register in advance. To join the open session, participants should contact SITAC by email no later than 11:59 p.m. on July 25, 2025. The second part of the meeting, from around 1:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m., will be closed to the public. This is because the committee will discuss matters that are private or sensitive. The closed session will cover discussions about U.S. export controls guidelines and upcoming decisions. This session is closed under rules that protect trade secrets and information that could affect future agency actions. Anyone who needs special help to join the meeting should email SITAC by 11:59 p.m. on July 22, 2025. This will allow time to make proper arrangements. Members of the public can speak during the open session if there is time. The public can also send written statements before or after the meeting. To make sure committee members see public materials, they should be sent by email before the meeting. Anything the public sends will be made public, so it should not have secret or confidential details. Meeting materials from the open session will be posted online at https://tac.bis.doc.gov within 30 days after the meeting. If the meeting is canceled, a notice will be posted on the same website. For more information, people can contact Kevin Coyne, Committee Liaison Officer, by email or phone at 202-482-4933. 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.
BIS Briefing 2025-07-02
Commerce Department, Industry and Security Bureau Briefing 2025-07-02 Estimated reading time: 2 minutes 1. Sensors and Instrumentation Technical Advisory Committee Sub: Commerce Department, Industry and Security Bureau Content: The Sensors and Instrumentation Technical Advisory Committee (SITAC) advises and assists the Secretary of Commerce and other Federal officials on matters related to export control policies; the SITAC will meet to review and discuss these matters. The meeting will be partially closed to the public pursuant to the exemptions under the Federal Advisory Committee Act (FACA) and the Government in the Sunshine Act. 2. Sensors and Instrumentation Technical Advisory Committee Sub: Commerce Department, Industry and Security Bureau Content: The Sensors and Instrumentation Technical Advisory Committee (SITAC) advises and assists the Secretary of Commerce and other Federal officials on matters related to export control policies; the SITAC will meet to review and discuss these matters. The meeting will be partially closed to the public pursuant to the exemptions under the Federal Advisory Committee Act (FACA) and the Government in the Sunshine Act. 3. Sensors and Instrumentation Technical Advisory Committee Sub: Commerce Department, Industry and Security Bureau Content: The Sensors and Instrumentation Technical Advisory Committee (SITAC) advises and assists the Secretary of Commerce and other Federal officials on matters related to export control policies; the SITAC will meet to review and discuss these matters. The meeting will be partially closed to the public pursuant to the exemptions under the Federal Advisory Committee Act (FACA) and the Government in the Sunshine Act. 4. Sensors and Instrumentation Technical Advisory Committee Sub: Commerce Department, Industry and Security Bureau Content: The Sensors and Instrumentation Technical Advisory Committee (SITAC) advises and assists the Secretary of Commerce and other Federal officials on matters related to export control policies; the SITAC will meet to review and discuss these matters. The meeting will be partially closed to the public pursuant to the exemptions under the Federal Advisory Committee Act (FACA) and the Government in the Sunshine Act. 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.
Wooden Cabinets and Vanities and Components Thereof From the People’s Republic of China: Final Results of the Expedited First Sunset Review of the Countervailing Duty Order
U.S. Department of Commerce Will Keep Countervailing Duties on Chinese Wooden Cabinets Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes On July 2, 2025, the U.S. Department of Commerce made a decision on wooden cabinets and vanities from China. The Department finished its first expedited five-year (sunset) review of the countervailing duty (CVD) order. This decision is about wooden cabinets, vanities, and the parts that go with them. Review Process The review began on March 3, 2025. The Commerce Department followed the law in section 751(c) of the Tariff Act of 1930. The American Kitchen Cabinet Alliance (AKCA) and MasterBrand Cabinets, LLC took part as interested parties. They sent their responses by the deadlines set in the rules. No response came from any companies in China or from the Government of China. No one asked for a hearing. Because of the lack of response, the Department of Commerce moved to an expedited review. What Was Reviewed The order covers all wooden cabinets and vanities that are made in China. The detailed scope of the products in the order is found in the Issues and Decision Memorandum. This document is public and can be read online at the Department of Commerce website. Final Results The Department determined that ending (revoking) the CVD order would mean countervailable subsidies would likely start again. Subsidies are when the government helps pay to make products cheaper to export. Producers/Exporters Subsidy Rate (Percent ad valorem) The Ancientree Cabinet Co., Ltd. 13.33 Dalian Meisen Woodworking Co., Ltd. 18.27 Rizhao Foremost Woodwork Manufacturing Co. 31.18 Henan AiDiJia Furniture Co., Ltd. 293.45 Deway International Trade Co., Ltd. 293.45 All Others 20.93 Administrative Protective Order (APO) This notice also tells interested parties to follow the rules about handling private information from the case. They must return or destroy sensitive materials on time, or risk penalties. How to Read More Full details of all topics covered, including the background, history, and decision, are in the Issues and Decision Memorandum. This document is available to the public at https://access.trade.gov. When Does This Start? This decision applies starting July 2, 2025. Who Made the Decision? Christopher Abbott, the Deputy Assistant Secretary for Policy and Negotiations, signed the notice for the Department of Commerce. 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.
Small Diameter Graphite Electrodes From the People’s Republic of China: Final Results of the Expedited Third Sunset Review of the Antidumping Duty Order
U.S. Keeps Antidumping Duties on Small Diameter Graphite Electrodes from China Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes On July 2, 2025, the U.S. Department of Commerce announced the final results of the expedited third sunset review of the antidumping duty order on small diameter graphite electrodes from China. The Department found that ending the antidumping duties would likely lead to continued or renewed dumping. Dumping margins could be as high as 159.64 percent if the order were removed. Background The original antidumping duty order was published on February 26, 2009. The current review is the third to check if the order should remain. This review follows requirements in the Tariff Act of 1930. Commerce started this third sunset review on March 3, 2025. Domestic companies Tokai Carbon GE LLC and GrafTech International Ltd. sent in their notice to participate and filed a substantive response on time. No responses were received from companies in China or other respondent parties. Scope of the Order The antidumping order applies to small diameter graphite electrodes from China. Full details on what is covered are available in the Issues and Decision Memorandum. Review Process Because only domestic interested parties responded, the Department held an expedited, 120-day review. The review looked at whether dumping would likely restart if the order ended and what margins might result. Details are available on the Enforcement and Compliance’s electronic system. Final Results The Commerce Department determined that removing the antidumping duty order would likely cause dumping to continue or return. The likely dumping margins would be weighted-average margins up to 159.64 percent. Administrative Notes Those subject to an Administrative Protective Order (APO) should return or destroy all confidential business information as required. Notices for compliance are included. Details Available Results and related documents are available through the Department of Commerce and are filed under Federal Register Document No. 2025-12372. The Issues and Decision Memorandum discusses all major topics, including the likelihood of continued dumping and likely dumping margins. This notice was signed by Christopher Abbott, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Policy and Negotiations, on June 27, 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.
Wooden Cabinets and Vanities and Components Thereof From the People’s Republic of China: Notice of Court Decision Not in Harmony With the Final Determination of Countervailing Duty Investigation; Notice of Amended Final Determination; Notice of Amended Countervailing Duty Order, In Part
Court Decision Leads to Change in Cabinet Import Duties from China Estimated reading time: 5–6 minutes On June 12, 2025, the U.S. Court of International Trade (CIT) made a final judgment about the countervailing duty investigation into wooden cabinets and vanities from China. This investigation reviewed products made from January 1, 2018, to December 31, 2018. The Department of Commerce found that some Chinese exporters received unfair help, or subsidies, from their government. Because of this, extra import taxes, called countervailing duties, were put on these items in 2020. Several companies, including The Ancientree Cabinet Co., Ltd. (Ancientree), Dalian Meisen Woodworking Co., Ltd. (Meisen), and a U.S. importer called Cabinets to Go, LLC, disagreed with Commerce’s findings. They took the case to court. The main problem was about a program called the Export Buyer’s Credit Program (EBCP). The court wanted proof that the companies did not use this program. Commerce tried to get this information from Ancientree, Meisen, and their customers. Meisen did not give the needed information. Ancientree provided some proof, but not for all customers. After several remand (do-over) decisions, the court told Commerce to calculate new subsidy rates for Ancientree. Commerce was told to only count benefits from the EBCP where they could not prove Ancientree’s customers did not use the support. Commerce recalculated the rates. For Ancientree, the new subsidy rate is 5.06 percent. The new “all others” rate is 18.17 percent. These are changes from the previous rates based on new evidence and the court’s instructions. Ancientree has a different cash deposit rate already set by a later review, so this change will not affect Ancientree’s current cash deposit. Commerce will update cash deposit instructions for other companies using the new “all others” rate. Commerce still cannot liquidate (finalize) the import duties for some entries by Ancientree, Meisen, and other named companies because there are court injunctions in place. These entries will remain on hold while any possible appeals are finished. This notice was published to follow court requirements. The Department of Commerce is following the law and the court’s direction for how to handle these cabinet imports from China. Issued by: Christopher Abbott Deputy Assistant Secretary for Policy and Negotiations Acting for the Assistant Secretary for Enforcement and Compliance Date: June 27, 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.
Active Anode Material From the People’s Republic of China: Amended Preliminary Determination of Countervailing Duty Investigation
U.S. Amends Preliminary Findings in Countervailing Duty Case on Active Anode Material from China Estimated reading time: 5–10 minutes Background On May 28, 2025, the Department of Commerce published a decision saying that there were unfair subsidies for active anode material from China. After this, the American Active Anode Material Producers claimed there was an important ministerial mistake in the calculated subsidy rates for Panasonic Global Procurement (China) Co., Ltd. and Panasonic Corporation of China (together known as Panasonic) and BTR New Material Group Co., Ltd. Panasonic and BTR disagreed and submitted their comments on June 2, 2025. Period of Investigation The investigation covers January 1, 2023, to December 31, 2023. Scope This case focuses on active anode material from China. More details about what is covered can be found in the Preliminary Determination. Analysis of Ministerial Errors A ministerial error is an unintentional mistake like adding incorrectly or copying data wrongly. A significant ministerial error means the mistake changes a company’s countervailing duty rate by five percentage points or more, or moves a rate from “zero” or “de minimis” to above that level. The Department of Commerce agreed that such an error happened when calculating the subsidy rate for Panasonic. Other, smaller errors were also found and corrected. Amended Preliminary Determination After fixing the errors, the Department announced new preliminary net countervailable subsidy rates: Company Subsidy Rate (percent ad valorem) Panasonic Global Procurement China Co., Ltd.; Panasonic 11.58 Corporation of China Shanghai Shaosheng Knitted Sweat * 721.03 Huzhou Kaijin New Energy Technology Corp., Ltd. * 721.03 All Others 11.58 *The rates marked with an asterisk are based on facts with adverse inferences. Panasonic is a trading company. It sold active anode material made by BTR New Material Group Co., Ltd., its affiliates, and other connected companies. The Department of Commerce combined all the subsidy benefits from BTR, its affiliates, and Panasonic into one rate for Panasonic. Cash Deposits and Suspension of Liquidation The cash deposit and suspension of liquidation will now use the new, amended rates. The new, higher rates for Panasonic and all others will start on the date this notice is published in the Federal Register. Notification The U.S. International Trade Commission will be notified of the amended preliminary determination. This official notice was dated June 27, 2025, and signed by Christopher Abbott, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Policy and Negotiations, who is performing the duties of the Assistant Secretary for Enforcement and Compliance. 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.
ITA Briefing 2025-07-02
Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Briefing 2025-07-02 Estimated reading time: 4 minutes 1. Active Anode Material From the People’s Republic of China: Amended Preliminary Determination of Countervailing Duty Investigation Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) is amending the preliminary affirmative countervailing duty (CVD) determination for active anode material from the People's Republic of China (China) to correct significant ministerial errors. 2. Wooden Cabinets and Vanities and Components Thereof From the People’s Republic of China: Notice of Court Decision Not in Harmony With the Final Determination of Countervailing Duty Investigation; Notice of Amended Final Determination; Notice of Amended Countervailing Duty Order, In Part Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: On June 12, 2025, the U.S. Court of International Trade (CIT) issued its final judgment in Dalian Meisen Woodworking Co., Ltd. v. United States, Court no. 20-00110, sustaining the U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce)'s third remand redetermination pertaining to the countervailing duty (CVD) investigation of wooden cabinets and vanities and components thereof (cabinets) from the People's Republic of China (China) covering the period of investigation (POI) January 1, 2018 through December 31, 2018. Commerce is notifying the public that the CIT's final judgment is not in harmony with Commerce's final determination in that investigation, and that Commerce is amending the final determination and the resulting CVD order with respect to the countervailable subsidy rate assigned to The Ancientree Cabinet Co., Ltd. (Ancientree) and the all-others rate. 3. Small Diameter Graphite Electrodes From the People’s Republic of China: Final Results of the Expedited Third Sunset Review of the Antidumping Duty Order Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) finds that revocation of the antidumping duty (AD) order on small diameter graphite electrodes (electrodes) from the People's Republic of China (China) would be likely to lead to the continuation or recurrence of dumping at the levels indicated in the "Final Results of Sunset Review" section of this notice. 4. Wooden Cabinets and Vanities and Components Thereof From the People’s Republic of China: Final Results of the Expedited First Sunset Review of the Countervailing Duty Order Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) finds that revocation of the countervailing duty (CVD) order on wooden cabinets and vanities and components thereof (wooden cabinets) from the People's Republic of China (China) would be likely to lead to continuation or recurrence of countervailable subsidies, at the levels indicated in the "Final Results of Sunset Review" section of this 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.
Steel Concrete Reinforcing Bar From Algeria, Egypt, and the Socialist Republic of Vietnam: Initiation of Countervailing Duty Investigations
U.S. Launches Countervailing Duty Investigations on Steel Rebar from Algeria, Egypt, and Vietnam Estimated reading time: 5–7 minutes On 2025-06-24, the U.S. Department of Commerce began investigations into steel concrete reinforcing bar (rebar) imports from Algeria, Egypt, and Vietnam. These are called countervailing duty (CVD) investigations. The investigations will look at whether the governments in these countries gave unfair subsidies to their rebar producers, which could hurt American companies. Background The Rebar Trade Action Coalition, a group of U.S. rebar makers, filed the petitions for these investigations on 2025-06-04. This group said that the governments of Algeria, Egypt, and Vietnam were giving unfair help to rebar companies in their countries. The U.S. Department of Commerce also received other petitions asking for antidumping investigations into rebar from Algeria, Bulgaria, Egypt, and Vietnam. Who Is Involved The governments named are: Government of Algeria (GOA) Government of Egypt (GOE) Government of Vietnam (GOV) The U.S. companies who support the case are producers of rebar. Investigation Period The period being investigated is from 2024-01-01, through 2024-12-31. What Products Are Included The investigations cover steel rebar used in concrete. Rebar can be straight or in coils. It does not matter how long, wide, or thick it is, or what type of metal it is made from. Rebar that has been further processed (like being cut, painted, or coated) is still covered. “Plain rounds” (smooth, non-bumpy rebar) are not covered. The U.S. government uses Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTSUS) numbers to track imports. Most rebar comes in under numbers: 7213.10.0000, 7214.20.0000, and 7228.30.8010, but other numbers may also be used. Scope Comments Commerce asked for comments about exactly what should be covered in these investigations. Interested parties can submit comments by 2025-07-14. Rebuttal comments are due by 2025-07-24. All comments must be filed electronically. Industry Support The government checked whether enough U.S. producers support the petition. The law says the petitioners must make at least 25% of all U.S. rebar, and more than 50% of rebar made by companies supporting or opposing the petition. The petition met both requirements, so the investigation moves forward. Injury Allegation The U.S. petitioners say rebar from Algeria, Egypt, and Vietnam is being sold in the U.S. at unfair prices because of government help and is hurting the U.S. rebar industry. They say imports are high, local companies are losing sales, prices are being pushed down, and American companies are doing worse financially. Programs Under Investigation There are 24 programs being looked at in Algeria, 25 in Egypt, and 39 in Vietnam. Each program may involve different types of government support, such as loans or grants. Respondents Commerce plans to select certain companies in each country as “mandatory respondents.” They will likely use U.S. import data to pick which companies to examine most closely. Four companies are identified in Algeria. Thirteen companies are identified in Egypt. Ten companies are identified in Vietnam. Process and Timeline Commerce started the investigations on 2025-06-24. The U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) will decide within 45 days from 2025-06-04, if U.S. industry is hurt by these imports. If the ITC finds no injury for a country, the investigation ends for that country. Submissions and Deadlines All filings must be electronic. There are rules for submitting information. If anyone needs more time to file, they must ask before the deadline. All information submitted must be accurate. Notification The governments of Algeria, Egypt, and Vietnam have been notified about these actions. Parties interested in these cases must follow special procedures if they want to see confidential information. Next Steps Commerce and the ITC will continue the investigations. If unfair subsidies are found and there is injury to the U.S. industry, extra duties could be placed on rebar from these countries. Appendix—Product Definition The investigations are for steel rebar, in straight form or coils, used in concrete, except for smooth (plain round) bars. The scope is based on the written description, not just the HTSUS numbers. This notice was published in the Federal Register, Volume 90, Issue 123 on 2025-06-30. The notice was signed by Abdelali Elouaradia, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Enforcement and Compliance. 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.
Steel Concrete Reinforcing Bar From Algeria, Bulgaria, Egypt, and the Socialist Republic of Vietnam: Initiation of Less-Than-Fair-Value Investigations
U.S. Starts Antidumping Investigations on Steel Rebar from Algeria, Bulgaria, Egypt, and Vietnam Estimated reading time: 5–7 minutes The U.S. Department of Commerce has announced the start of antidumping investigations for steel concrete reinforcing bar (rebar) from Algeria, Bulgaria, Egypt, and Vietnam. This action follows petitions filed by the Rebar Trade Action Coalition and its member companies. What Are the Investigations About? The investigations are about whether rebar from these four countries is being sold in the U.S. at less than fair value, known as “dumping.” The petitions say this has caused injury to the U.S. rebar industry. For Algeria, Bulgaria, and Egypt: April 1, 2024, to March 31, 2025. For Vietnam: October 1, 2024, to March 31, 2025. Product Under Investigation The rebar includes steel concrete reinforcing bar in straight or coil form, regardless of size, length, or grade. Plain rounds (nondeformed or smooth rebar) are excluded. The rebar can be processed further, such as cutting or coating, and still be under investigation. How Are Comments Handled? Commerce asks interested parties to give comments on the scope of the investigations and the physical features of the rebar by July 14, 2025. Rebuttals are due by July 24, 2025. All comments must be submitted using the ACCESS online system. Industry Support Commerce checked that the petitioners represent the U.S. industry making similar rebar. The petitions are supported by domestic producers holding over 50% of the total U.S. production of rebar. Claims of Material Injury The petitioners claim that large volumes of dumped imports have hurt the U.S. industry. Evidence includes lost sales, reduced market share, price drops, and declining production and profits for U.S. companies. Alleged Dumping Margins The estimated dumping margins are: Algeria: 127.32% Bulgaria: 27.79% Egypt: 110.87% to 128.98% Vietnam: 117.61% Respondent Selection Process For Algeria, Bulgaria, and Egypt, Commerce will choose companies for investigation based on U.S. import data and comments from interested parties. For Vietnam, which is a non-market economy, Commerce will use quantity and value questionnaires sent to identified exporters. Separate Rates for Vietnamese Exporters Vietnamese companies that want a separate rate must return both the quantity and value questionnaire and the separate rate application. These are due within specific deadlines after the notice. Mandatory Certification and Procedures All parties submitting information must certify its accuracy. Commerce details how to get access to confidential information and what forms to use. Information should be detailed, accurate, and submitted on time. ITC Review The U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) will decide within 45 days if the imports are harming the U.S. rebar industry. If they decide there is no harm from a country, the investigation for that country will stop. Scope Details The affected products are listed mainly under HTSUS codes 7213.10.0000, 7214.20.0000, and 7228.30.8010, but may also enter under several other codes. The written description in the scope controls what products are covered. Key Dates and Deadlines Comments on scope or characteristics: July 14, 2025 Rebuttals: July 24, 2025 Vietnamese Q&V questionnaire: July 8, 2025 Separate rate application deadline: 21 days after this notice’s publication Further Action Commerce will make preliminary determinations by 140 days after this initiation unless the timeline is changed. The investigations will continue following all laws and regulations. This article is based entirely on the official Federal Register notice published June 30, 2025 (FR Doc No: 2025-12045). 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.
Silicon Metal From Australia, the Lao People’s Democratic Republic, Norway, and Thailand: Postponement of Preliminary Determinations in the Countervailing Duty Investigations
U.S. Commerce Department Delays Preliminary Decisions in Silicon Metal Trade Cases Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes The U.S. Department of Commerce has announced a delay in the preliminary determinations for its ongoing countervailing duty (CVD) investigations into silicon metal imports from Australia, the Lao People’s Democratic Republic (Laos), Norway, and Thailand. The Commerce Department started these investigations on May 14, 2025. The original deadline for the preliminary decisions was July 18, 2025. However, the department received timely requests from the petitioners—Ferroglobe USA, Inc. and Mississippi Silicon LLC—to extend the deadline. Under U.S. law, Commerce can delay a preliminary determination if the petitioner makes a timely request or if the investigation is especially complex. Petitioners must ask for a delay at least 25 days before the original deadline and explain why they need it. Commerce usually grants the request unless there is a strong reason to deny it. The petitioners said the extra time was needed because the current schedule does not allow enough time for Commerce to review the subsidies producers and exporters of silicon metal might be receiving in the four countries. The requests were submitted on June 18 and 23, 2025. Commerce agreed with the petitioners’ reasons and found no reason to deny the request. Because of this, the deadline for the preliminary determinations is now pushed back to September 22, 2025. The new date reflects the need to move the deadline to the next business day, as September 21 falls on a weekend. The final determinations in these investigations will now come 75 days after the new preliminary determination date. The notice was signed by Abdelali Elouaradia, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Enforcement and Compliance, on June 26, 2025. This postponement follows the rules under the Tariff Act of 1930 and the Code of Federal Regulations. If you want more information about these cases, you can contact: Kyle Clahane for Australia at (202) 482-5449 Shane Subler for Laos at (202) 482-6241 Mary Kolberg for Norway at (202) 482-1785 George McMahon for Thailand at (202) 482-1167 All contacts are at the U.S. Department of Commerce, 1401 Constitution Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20230. 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.
ITA Briefing 2025-06-30
Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Briefing 2025-06-30 Estimated reading time: 4 minutes 1. Silicon Metal From Australia, the Lao People’s Democratic Republic, Norway, and Thailand: Postponement of Preliminary Determinations in the Countervailing Duty Investigations Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/06/30/2025-12144/silicon-metal-from-australia-the-lao-peoples-democratic-republic-norway-and-thailand-postponement-of Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration 2. Imports of Automobiles, Automobile Parts, Civil Aircraft and Civil Aircraft Parts From the United Kingdom Under Executive Order 14309 Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/06/30/2025-12060/imports-of-automobiles-automobile-parts-civil-aircraft-and-civil-aircraft-parts-from-the-united Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: Executive Order 14309 of June 16, 2025 (Implementing the General Terms of the United States of America-United Kingdom Economic Prosperity Deal) (Executive Order 14309) establishes a tariff rate quota on automobiles that are products of the United Kingdom (UK), provides for preferential tariff treatment for automobile parts that are products of the UK and for use in UK automobiles, and removes certain tariffs from products of the UK that fall under the World Trade Organization Agreement on Trade in Civil Aircraft. Executive Order 14309 provides that the Secretary of Commerce, in consultation with the United States International Trade Commission (ITC) and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is to publish a notice in the Federal Register to modify the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS) to conform with that treatment. 3. Antidumping or Countervailing Duty Order, Finding, or Suspended Investigation; Opportunity To Request Administrative Review and Join Annual Inquiry Service List Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/06/30/2025-12051/antidumping-or-countervailing-duty-order-finding-or-suspended-investigation-opportunity-to-request Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration 4. Antidumping or Countervailing Duty Order, Finding, or Suspended Investigation; Advance Notification of Sunset Review Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/06/30/2025-12050/antidumping-or-countervailing-duty-order-finding-or-suspended-investigation-advance-notification-of Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration 5. Steel Concrete Reinforcing Bar From Algeria, Bulgaria, Egypt, and the Socialist Republic of Vietnam: Initiation of Less-Than-Fair-Value Investigations Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/06/30/2025-12045/steel-concrete-reinforcing-bar-from-algeria-bulgaria-egypt-and-the-socialist-republic-of-vietnam Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration 6. Steel Concrete Reinforcing Bar From Algeria, Egypt, and the Socialist Republic of Vietnam: Initiation of Countervailing Duty Investigations Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/06/30/2025-12044/steel-concrete-reinforcing-bar-from-algeria-egypt-and-the-socialist-republic-of-vietnam-initiation Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration 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.
Notice of OFAC Sanctions Actions
U.S. Treasury Announces New Sanctions Against Individual Linked to TREN DE ARAGUA Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes On June 27, 2025, the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) published a new sanctions action in the Federal Register. OFAC added one individual to its Specially Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons List (SDN List). The person is Giovanni Vicente Mosquera Serrano. He is also known as “El Viejo,” “Giovanny,” and “Giovanny San Vicente.” Mosquera Serrano is connected to Venezuela and Colombia. He was born on February 22, 1988, in San Vicente, Aragua, Venezuela. He is male and a Venezuelan national. He has a Venezuelan national ID number: 20243384. OFAC states that all of Mosquera Serrano’s property and interests in property subject to U.S. jurisdiction are blocked. U.S. persons are generally not allowed to have any transactions with him. This action was taken under several legal authorities. Mosquera Serrano was designated under section 1(a)(ii)(C) of Executive Order 13581, “Blocking Property of Transnational Criminal Organizations,” as amended. He is accused of being owned or controlled by, or acting for or on behalf of, directly or indirectly, TREN DE ARAGUA, a transnational criminal organization whose property is already blocked. He was also designated under section 1(a)(iii)(A) of Executive Order 13224, “Blocking Property and Prohibiting Transactions With Persons Who Commit, Threaten to Commit, or Support Terrorism,” as amended. OFAC says he is linked by ownership or control, or is acting for or on behalf of, directly or indirectly, TREN DE ARAGUA, whose property and interests in property are blocked under this order too. This notice was issued on June 24, 2025. Details about the SDN List and OFAC’s sanction programs are available at https://ofac.treasury.gov. Contacts for further information are provided by OFAC: Associate Director for Global Targeting, 202-622-2420 Assistant Director for Sanctions Compliance, 202-622-2490 Lisa M. Palluconi, Acting Director of the Office of Foreign Assets Control, signed the 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.
Notice of OFAC Sanctions Action
U.S. Treasury Removes Sakan General Trading From Sanctions List Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes The U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has updated its Specially Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons List (SDN List). OFAC made this change on June 20, 2025. The update involves the removal of one entity from the SDN List. The entity is Sakan General Trading. Sakan General Trading was also known as Royal Credit General Trading, and Sakan General Trading, LLC. The company’s listed address is 14th Floor, Office 1401, Al Owais Business Tower, 53, 24th Street, Al Sabkha-115, Deira, Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Sakan General Trading was previously on the SDN List under Executive Order 13224, as amended by Executive Order 13886. The company was linked to ANSAR EXCHANGE. Because of this removal, all property and interests in property of Sakan General Trading are no longer blocked. U.S. persons are no longer generally prohibited from transactions with this company. OFAC publishes these updates on its website at https://ofac.treasury.gov. More information about OFAC sanctions programs and the SDN List is available online. This action was announced by Lisa M. Palluconi, Acting Director, Office of Foreign Assets Control. The notice appears in the Federal Register, Volume 90, Number 122, on June 27, 2025, pages 27754-27756. For questions, contact the OFAC offices at 202-622-2420, 202-622-2480, or 202-622-2490. More contact options are also online. 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.
OFAC Briefing 2025-06-27
Treasury Department, Foreign Assets Control Office Briefing 2025-06-27 Estimated reading time: 3 minutes 1. Notice of OFAC Sanctions Action Sub: Treasury Department, Foreign Assets Control Office Content: The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is publishing the names of one or more persons and vessels that have been placed on OFAC's Specially Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons List (SDN List) based on OFAC's determination that one or more applicable legal criteria were satisfied. All property and interests in property subject to U.S. jurisdiction of these persons are blocked, and U.S. persons are generally prohibited from engaging in transactions with them. The vessels placed on the SDN List have been identified as property in which a blocked person has an interest. 2. Notice of OFAC Sanctions Actions Sub: Treasury Department, Foreign Assets Control Office Content: The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is publishing the name of one person that has been placed on OFAC's Specially Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons List (SDN List) based on OFAC's determination that one or more applicable legal criteria were satisfied. All property and interests in property subject to U.S. jurisdiction of this person are blocked, and U.S. persons are generally prohibited from engaging in transactions with them. 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.
Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposed Collection; Comment Request; Office of Foreign Assets Control Reporting, Procedures and Penalties Regulations Sanctions Reconsideration Portal
Treasury Department Announces Public Comment Period for Proposed OFAC Sanctions Reconsideration Portal Estimated reading time: 4 minutes On June 26, 2025, the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) released a notice in the Federal Register. This notice invites the public and Federal agencies to comment on a new proposed electronic “Sanctions Reconsideration Portal.” This proposal is part of OFAC’s efforts to make it easier to send and review requests related to their sanctions programs. The portal would let people or groups who are on an OFAC sanctions list, such as the Specially Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons List (SDN List), ask OFAC to reconsider their listing. The system will also let people explain why they think they should be taken off the list, and share supporting information. People who want to use the portal will do so by choice. There are no changes to any other forms or collections connected with this process. OFAC expects about 300 people per year to use this new portal. Each request is expected to take about 3 hours to complete, making the total expected reporting burden about 900 hours per year. The information collected through the Sanctions Reconsideration Portal will be used by the Treasury Department to help with decisions about sanctions, enforcement, and civil penalties. The collection is based on Section 501.807 of the OFAC’s Reporting, Procedures and Penalties Regulations, which covers how people can ask OFAC to reconsider listings of people or property. OFAC is asking for public comments on several main points: If the information collection is needed for the agency’s work. If the estimates of reporting burden are correct. How to make the information collected better and clearer. How to reduce the burden on people sending information, especially using technology. What any start-up or ongoing costs might be. All comments must be sent in before August 25, 2025. Comments can be submitted online at https://www.regulations.gov or by email. Details for both options are listed in the official notice. The notice stresses not to include any personal or confidential business information not meant for public view. Any comments received will be kept as public records and will be considered for OFAC’s request to the Office of Management and Budget for approval. For more information, contact the OFAC Assistant Director for Regulatory Affairs at 202-622-4855 or through the OFAC website. Authority: 44 U.S.C. 3501 et seq. Reference: Federal Register Volume 90, Number 121 (June 26, 2025), pages 27389-27390. 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.
OFAC Briefing 2025-06-26
Treasury Department, Foreign Assets Control Office Briefing 2025-06-26 Estimated reading time: 3 minutes 1. Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposed Collection; Comment Request; Office of Foreign Assets Control Reporting, Procedures and Penalties Regulations Sanctions Reconsideration Portal Sub: Treasury Department, Foreign Assets Control Office Content: The Department of the Treasury, as part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork and respondent burden, invites the general public and other Federal agencies to comment on a proposed information collection, as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. Currently, the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) within the Department of the Treasury is soliciting comments concerning a proposal to add an electronic Sanctions Reconsideration Portal information collection within OFAC’s Reporting, Procedures and Penalties Regulations. 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.
Schedules of Controlled Substances: Temporary Placement of Seven Benzimidazole-Opioids in Schedule I
DEA Announces Intent to Temporarily Schedule Seven Benzimidazole-Opioids as Schedule I Substances Estimated reading time: 5–6 minutes Background The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) plans to temporarily place seven benzimidazole-opioids into Schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act (CSA). This move follows concerns that these synthetic opioids pose an imminent danger to public safety. Ethyleneoxynitazene Methylenedioxynitazene (also called 3′,4′-methylenedioxynitazene) 5-methyl etodesnitazene N-desethyl etonitazene N-desethyl protonitazene N,N-dimethylamino etonitazene N-pyrrolidino isotonitazene When the temporary scheduling order is published after July 28, 2025, these substances will be subject to all regulations, civil, and criminal penalties applicable to Schedule I controlled substances. Legal Framework Under 21 U.S.C. 811(h), the DEA may schedule substances temporarily for two years if it is necessary to avoid an imminent hazard to public safety. This can be extended for up to one year if certain proceedings are initiated. A substance can only be temporarily scheduled in Schedule I if it is not already scheduled elsewhere, and if there is no FDA approval for its medical use. According to the DEA and Health and Human Services (HHS), none of these seven substances are approved for medical use in the United States. History and Pattern of Abuse Benzimidazole-opioids were first created in the 1950s for pain relief but were never approved for medical use. Since 2019, these opioids—also called “nitazenes”—started showing up in illegal drug markets in the U.S. They are usually found as powders or tablets, often mixed with other drugs. These substances have been linked to a growing number of overdose deaths. Reports have found them in both drug seizures and in biological samples from fatal cases. Current Abuse and Law Enforcement Encounters Since 2023, there have been 184 reports related to these seven substances in the National Forensic Laboratory Information System (NFLIS-Drug) database. Here are the reported state encounters: Ethyleneoxynitazene: 14 encounters in 5 states Methylenedioxynitazene: 19 encounters in 5 states 5-methyl etodesnitazene: 4 encounters in 1 state N-desethyl etonitazene: 114 encounters in 14 states N-desethyl protonitazene: 9 encounters in 6 states N,N-dimethylamino etonitazene: 12 encounters in 4 states N-pyrrolidino isotonitazene: 12 encounters in 9 states These drugs are often abused along with other powerful substances such as fentanyl, heroin, or designer benzodiazepines. Public Health Risks These benzimidazole-opioids act like other strong opioids, affecting mu-opioid receptors in the brain. They can cause serious health effects, including respiratory depression and death. In 2024, these substances were found in at least 37 toxicology cases. They have no accepted medical use. People who use drugs from unknown sources may be at higher risk since the exact content and strength are uncertain. The spread of these substances makes the ongoing opioid crisis even worse. Regulatory Process and Next Steps The DEA followed all legal steps: Gave notice to the HHS, who did not object. Is giving the public 30 days’ notice before the order is published. Once the temporary order is in effect, these seven substances will: Be illegal to make, distribute, or possess except as allowed by law. Be regulated with the same controls as other Schedule I substances. This action will last for two years, with the possibility of a one-year extension as DEA works on permanent scheduling rules. Federal Rulemaking Temporary scheduling is issued as an “order” and not a “rule.” Regular rulemaking, which takes longer and allows more public input, will continue to determine if these drugs should be permanently scheduled. Summary Table of Scheduled Substances Substance DEA Code Ethyleneoxynitazene 9770 Methylenedioxynitazene 9766 5-methyl etodesnitazene 9767 N-desethyl etonitazene 9768 N-desethyl protonitazene 9769 N,N-dimethylamino etonitazene 9771 N-pyrrolidino isotonitazene 9772 Authority This action was signed on June 17, 2025, by Acting DEA Administrator Robert J. Murphy. For more details, the public can review the full notice and supporting material under Docket Number DEA-1494 at www.regulations.gov. 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.
Bohdan Olesnicky, M.D.; Decision and Order
DEA Revokes Bohdan Olesnicky, M.D.’s Certificate to Handle Controlled Substances in California Estimated reading time: 2–3 minutes On June 26, 2025, the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) published a decision and order to revoke the Certificate of Registration No. FO0628391 for Bohdan Olesnicky, M.D., of Indian Wells, California. The DEA took action because Dr. Olesnicky does not have authority to handle controlled substances in California. On December 5, 2023, Dr. Olesnicky surrendered his California physician’s and surgeon’s license. The DEA explained that holding a valid state license is required to handle controlled substances. The DEA cited the Controlled Substances Act, which says a practitioner must be authorized by the state to dispense controlled substances. The DEA stated that California law requires a “practitioner” to be licensed to distribute, dispense, or handle controlled substances. Since Dr. Olesnicky is no longer licensed in California, he is not allowed to handle these substances in the state. The DEA made efforts to notify Dr. Olesnicky about the action. On November 15, 2024, the DEA left a copy of the Order to Show Cause (OSC) at Dr. Olesnicky’s address. They also tried to contact him by email and certified mail. The DEA found these steps met the legal requirements for giving notice. Dr. Olesnicky did not respond to these notices or request a hearing. According to DEA rules, this is treated as a waiver of his right to a hearing and as an admission of the facts in the order. Because Dr. Olesnicky is no longer allowed to practice medicine in California, the DEA ordered the following: The Certificate of Registration No. FO0628391 for Dr. Olesnicky is revoked. Any applications to renew or change this registration are denied. Any other application for a DEA registration in California by Dr. Olesnicky is denied. This order becomes effective July 28, 2025. The decision was signed by Acting Administrator Robert J. Murphy on June 20, 2025, and published in 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.
Scott Hansen, A.R.N.P.; Default Decision and Order
DEA Revokes Seattle Nurse Practitioner’s Registration for Violating Controlled Substances Laws Estimated reading time: 4–6 minutes On June 26, 2025, the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) published an official notice revoking the DEA Certificate of Registration for Scott Hansen, A.P.R.N., a nurse practitioner based in Seattle, Washington. This action follows a series of violations concerning controlled substances and failure to maintain proper state licensing. Immediate Suspension and Order to Show Cause On July 18, 2024, the DEA issued an Order to Show Cause and Immediate Suspension of Registration (OSC/ISO) to Scott Hansen. The order stated that Hansen’s DEA registration, No. MH7100124, was suspended under federal law because his continued registration posed “an imminent danger to the public health or safety.” The DEA also proposed revocation of Hansen’s registration, stating that his conduct was inconsistent with the public interest and that he no longer had state authority to handle controlled substances in Washington State, where he was registered. Prescriptions Written After License Suspension According to the DEA, Hansen prescribed at least five controlled substances after his Washington advanced registered nurse practitioner (ARNP) license was indefinitely suspended by the Washington State Board of Nursing on March 5, 2024. Hansen issued prescriptions for medications including amphetamine/dextroamphetamine, lisdexamfetamine, oxycodone/acetaminophen, and buprenorphine between March 19 and April 19, 2024, during which he did not have a valid ARNP license. Violation of State and Federal Law Federal law requires registrants to be authorized to dispense controlled substances under the laws of the state in which they practice. Washington law mandates that only a licensed ARNP may prescribe or deliver controlled substances, and unlicensed practice is unlawful. The DEA found Hansen lacked state authority to practice and therefore was not eligible to maintain his DEA registration. Writing prescriptions while unlicensed violated the Controlled Substances Act and Washington state law. Notification and Service The DEA made multiple attempts to serve the OSC/ISO to Hansen, including visiting his registered and mailing addresses, contacting the realtor involved in the sale of Hansen’s house, and attempting to reach him by phone, voicemail, text, and email. The DEA determined that Hansen was successfully served by email. Hansen did not request a hearing nor respond to the allegations. Grounds for Revocation According to the DEA, there are two main grounds for revocation: Hansen lost his state authority to handle controlled substances when his ARNP license was suspended. Hansen’s continued registration was inconsistent with the public interest because of repeated violations, including prescribing without state authorization. The DEA found that these actions were outside the usual course of professional practice and were not for a legitimate medical purpose. Public Interest Consideration The Controlled Substances Act requires DEA registrants to comply with strict rules to help control drug abuse and trafficking. Hansen’s actions, issuing prescriptions without proper state licensing, went against these principles. The DEA weighed all required public interest factors and determined that Hansen’s violations, along with his failure to respond or take responsibility, provided a strong basis for revocation. Order Effective July 28, 2025 The DEA revoked Scott Hansen’s DEA Certificate of Registration, No. MH7100124, effective July 28, 2025. The DEA also denied any of Hansen’s pending applications for renewal, modification, or additional registrations for controlled substances in Washington. The order was signed by Acting Administrator Robert J. Murphy on June 20, 2025, and officially published in the Federal Register. Contact Information Any challenges to the DEA’s findings can be filed within fifteen calendar days of the order. Reference Federal Register Volume 90, Number 121 (Thursday, June 26, 2025), Pages 27338-27341, Document Number 2025-11731. 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.
Advisory Board; Notice of Meeting
National Institute of Corrections Advisory Board Schedules Public Meeting for July 15, 2025 Estimated reading time: 1–7 minutes The National Institute of Corrections (NIC) Advisory Board will hold a meeting on Tuesday, July 15, 2025. This meeting will take place virtually. The public session is from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Eastern Time. A closed session will follow from 4:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time. The NIC Advisory Board helps NIC make long-range plans. The board gives advice on program development. They guide NIC on training, technical help, information services, and policy development. These services support corrections agencies at the federal, state, and local levels. Leslie LeMaster is the Designated Federal Officer for the meeting. NIC is located at 320 First Street NW, Room 901-3, Washington, DC 20534. You can call Ms. LeMaster at (202) 305-5773 or email her for more information. On July 15, the board will hear a report from the NIC Director. Each division of NIC will also give updates about their projects. There will be time for board members to ask questions and share guidance. The public can join the meeting virtually. People can offer their ideas and comments in person or in writing. Requests to join and present must be submitted to Ms. LeMaster by Monday, July 7, 2025. There is a public comment period from 3:35 p.m. to 3:50 p.m. Each person or group will have a limited amount of time to speak. People who want to present should give the topic, names, titles, agencies, addresses, emails, and the time needed by July 7, 2025. The session from 4:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. will be closed. This part is private so that the board can discuss internal personnel rules and practices or personal information, as allowed by law. NIC will try to help everyone attend the meeting. If you need special help due to a disability, contact Leslie LeMaster by July 7, 2025. This notice follows the Federal Advisory Committee Act (5 U.S.C. app. 2). Leslie LeMaster is listed as the contact person and the Designated Federal Officer for the National Institute of Corrections. The official notice was filed on June 25, 2025. The meeting is announced in accordance with legal requirements. The billing code for this notice is 4410-36-P. 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.
DOJ Briefing 2025-06-26
Justice Department Regulatory Updates – June 26, 2025 Estimated reading time: 4 minutes 1. Advisory Board; Notice of Meeting Sub: Justice Department, National Institute of Corrections 2. Scott Hansen, A.R.N.P.; Default Decision and Order Sub: Justice Department, Drug Enforcement Administration 3. Bohdan Olesnicky, M.D.; Decision and Order Sub: Justice Department, Drug Enforcement Administration 4. Schedules of Controlled Substances: Temporary Placement of Seven Benzimidazole-Opioids in Schedule I Sub: Justice Department, Drug Enforcement Administration Content: The Acting Administrator of the Drug Enforcement Administration is issuing this notice of intent to publish a temporary order to schedule seven benzimidazole-opioid substances in schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act. When it is finalized, the temporary scheduling order will impose the regulatory controls and administrative, civil, and criminal sanctions applicable to schedule I controlled substances on persons who handle (manufacture, distribute, reverse distribute, import, export, engage in research, conduct instructional activities or chemical analysis, or possess) or propose to handle these seven specified substances. 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.
Initiation of Antidumping and Countervailing Duty Administrative Reviews
U.S. Department of Commerce Starts Reviews on Antidumping and Countervailing Duties Estimated reading time: 5–8 minutes What Happened On June 25, 2025, the U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) began official reviews of many antidumping duty (AD) and countervailing duty (CVD) orders. These reviews check if companies around the world are selling goods in the U.S. at unfair prices or getting unfair help from their governments. How the Reviews Work Commerce gets requests to review different products every year. For this round, the reviews cover products with May anniversary dates. These reviews use special rules and deadlines. Companies are chosen for detailed checks using trade data from U.S. Customs or from questionnaires about their sales. Commerce can group related companies together if they operated as one in earlier reviews. If a company should be grouped with others, they must list those companies and share past review details. Companies Must Respond Quickly If a company did not send products to the U.S. during the review time, they must tell Commerce within 30 days. If a company wants to stop its review request, it must do so within 90 days. If companies believe the market is not acting fairly (called a Particular Market Situation), they must send this information no later than 20 days after handing in some required paperwork. Special Rules for Non-Market Economy Countries For countries where the government controls businesses, like China, Commerce gives one AD rate to all companies. However, companies can apply to get their own rate if they prove they are not controlled by their government. To do this, they must fill out special forms. These forms are due within 14 days after this notice was published. List of Products and Countries Reviewed Commerce started reviews for many products and countries. Some of these include: Steel products from Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, Korea, Taiwan, Türkiye, and the U.S. Mattresses from Indonesia and Malaysia. Soybean meal from India. Stainless steel from Belgium and Taiwan. Aluminum extrusions from China. Mushrooms from the Netherlands and Poland. Cylinders from China. Large diameter welded pipe from Canada, Greece, Korea, and Türkiye. Optical brightening agents from Taiwan and China. Vertical shaft engines from China. Certain steel nails from United Arab Emirates. Commerce also started CVD reviews for some of these products and countries. Rules for Certification and Deadlines Some companies can apply to get a special certification to ship both reviewed and non-reviewed products. The Certification Eligibility Application form is also due within 30 days. No Requests for Suspension Agreements There were no new requests for suspension agreements in this review round. Duty Absorption and Gap Period Commerce may also check if companies are absorbing (not passing on) the duties. For the first reviews of new orders, no duties are charged for goods imported in a temporary “gap” between two important dates. Steps for Legal Protection and Data Submission Interested parties must apply for access to protected information and follow Commerce’s detailed rules about submitting information and letters. There are five types of factual information, each with strict time limits and special ways to submit them. If a company does not certify its information correctly, its information may be rejected. Extensions for deadlines must be requested before the deadline, and follow very specific rules. Where to Find More Information All deadlines, forms, and rules are available on the Commerce website or from the contact listed in the notice. This notice and the reviews are issued as required by law under section 751(a) of the Act. Who Signed the Notice The notice was signed on June 18, 2025, by Abdelali Elouaradia, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Enforcement and Compliance. 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.
Notice of Scope Ruling Applications Filed in Antidumping Duty and Countervailing Duty Proceedings
U.S. Department of Commerce Announces New Scope Ruling Applications in Antidumping and Countervailing Duty Proceedings Estimated reading time: 5 minutes On June 25, 2025, the U.S. Department of Commerce published a notice in the Federal Register listing new scope ruling applications in antidumping duty (AD) and countervailing duty (CVD) cases. These applications ask the Department to decide if certain products are covered by current AD or CVD orders. What is a Scope Ruling Application? A scope ruling application is a request made to the Department of Commerce to determine if a product is included under an existing AD or CVD order. The orders are trade actions that add duties on imports to offset unfair pricing or government subsidies. New Applications Received in May 2025 Three new applications were filed in May 2025: Printed Fashion File Folder from China Order: A-570-147 (Antidumping) Description: Paper file folders made with CMYK offset printing on 250gsm paper and full plastic lamination. The sheets are die-cut, folded, glued, and assembled into folders. Produced in and exported from: China Applicant: A2V Trade Limited (A2V) Date Filed: May 13, 2025 ACCESS Segment: “Fashion File Folder” Certain Forged Steel Fittings from China Orders: A-570-067 (Antidumping), C-570-068 (Countervailing) Description: Automotive brake hose fittings made of 12L14 steel. The fittings have detailed limits on material composition. Lengths range from 3/16 inch to 1/4 inch, and threading dimensions vary. Produced and exported from: China Applicant: AGS Company Automotive Solutions (AGS) Date Filed: May 20, 2025 ACCESS Segment: “Brake Hose Fittings” Certain Forged Steel Wheels from China Orders: A-570-090 (Antidumping), C-570-091 (Countervailing) Description: Steel wheels ranging from 14 to 18 inches in diameter and 4 to 10 inches in width. They have bolt hole patterns of four to eight holes, bolt spacing from 4.5 to 6.69 inches, hub bore sizes from 81.7 to 130.8 mm, offset values from -39 to 50 mm, and load capacity from 1,210 to 3,650 lbs. Produced in and exported from: China Applicant: Vision Wheel, Inc. (Vision Wheel) Date Filed: May 21, 2025 ACCESS Segment: “Vision Wheel” How Are Applications Processed? The Department has 30 days to accept or reject a scope application. If not rejected or acted upon in that time, the application is considered accepted and a scope inquiry is started on day 31. If a deadline falls on a weekend or holiday, the next business day is used. For products covered by both AD and CVD orders, the scope inquiry is done as part of the AD proceeding. The Department may issue rulings that apply to all similar products from the same country, or just for a specific company. Access to Application Details All applications are available in the Antidumping and Countervailing Duty Electronic Service System (ACCESS) at https://access.trade.gov. How to Participate Interested parties must file an entry of appearance under specific regulations to join a scope inquiry and be added to the public service list. Parties can comment on the monthly list’s completeness and may request to receive documents during the order’s anniversary month. For more information about filing through ACCESS, see the Scope Ruling Application Guide at https://access.trade.gov/help/Scope_Ruling_Guidance.pdf. Contact Information Questions may be directed to Yasmin Bordas at the Department of Commerce, phone (202) 482-3813. This notice is published in line with federal regulations to inform the public about scope ruling applications received in May 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.
Certain Alkyl Phosphate Esters From the People’s Republic of China: Antidumping and Countervailing Duty Orders; Correction
Commerce Department Issues Correction on Antidumping Duty Measures for Alkyl Phosphate Esters From China Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes On June 25, 2025, the U.S. Department of Commerce issued a correction regarding the antidumping duty order for certain alkyl phosphate esters from the People’s Republic of China. The notice corrects a date mistake found in an earlier publication. The publication, dated June 11, 2025, listed an incorrect ending date for the provisional period of the antidumping duty measures. The error involved the last day that provisional measures were in place. The previous notice stated the end date as June 2, 2025. The correct end date is June 1, 2025. The corrected sentence now reads: The provisional measures period, beginning on the date of publication of the Less-Than-Fair-Value (LTFV) Preliminary Determination, ended on June 1, 2025. In line with section 733(d) of the Tariff Act and current practice, Commerce will tell U.S. Customs and Border Protection to end the suspension of liquidation. Customs will liquidate, without regard to antidumping duties, entries of alkyl phosphate esters from China that entered, or were withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, after June 1, 2025. This will be in place until the day before the International Trade Commission’s final injury determination is published. Commerce directs interested parties to the full text of the correction for legal references. The notice was signed by Deputy Assistant Secretary Christopher Abbott. This notice was published following the requirements in section 516A(c) and (e) and 777(i)(1) of the Tariff Act of 1930, as amended. For further information, parties are told to contact Dennis McClure at the Department of Commerce, AD/CVD Operations, Office VIII. The correction ensures the lawful administration of antidumping duty and countervailing duty matters related to imports of certain alkyl phosphate esters from China. 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.
ITA Briefing 2025-06-25
Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Briefing 2025-06-25 Estimated reading time: 4 minutes 1. Certain Alkyl Phosphate Esters From the People’s Republic of China: Antidumping and Countervailing Duty Orders; Correction Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) published a notice in the Federal Register on June 11, 2025, in which Commerce announced the antidumping and countervailing duty orders on certain alkyl phosphate esters from the People's Republic of China (China). This notice corrects the ending date of the antidumping duty provisional measures. 2. Notice of Scope Ruling Applications Filed in Antidumping Duty and Countervailing Duty Proceedings Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) received scope ruling applications, requesting that scope inquiries be conducted to determine whether identified products are covered by the scope of antidumping duty (AD) and/or countervailing duty (CVD) orders and that Commerce issue scope rulings pursuant to those inquiries. In accordance with Commerce's regulations, we are notifying the public of the filing of the scope ruling applications listed below in the month of May 2025. 3. Initiation of Antidumping and Countervailing Duty Administrative Reviews Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) has received requests to conduct administrative reviews of various antidumping duty (AD) and countervailing duty (CVD) orders with May anniversary dates. In accordance with Commerce's regulations, we are initiating those administrative reviews. 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.
Hard Empty Capsules From Brazil, China, India, and Vietnam; Scheduling of the Final Phase of Countervailing Duty and Antidumping Duty Investigations
U.S. International Trade Commission Schedules Final Investigation of Hard Empty Capsules from Brazil, China, India, and Vietnam Estimated reading time: 2–5 minutes Background The investigations are based on the Tariff Act of 1930. The ITC will review if American businesses are negatively affected by the import of hard empty capsules that have been sold in the U.S. at less-than-fair-value and if the imports were subsidized. The Department of Commerce found that capsule makers from Brazil, China, India, and Vietnam received subsidies and sold products below fair value. These investigations began in response to petitions filed on October 24, 2024, by Lonza Greenwood LLC of Greenwood, South Carolina. Product Scope The investigation covers hard empty capsules, which are cylindrical shells made from two parts: a cap and a body. Both parts have a closed, rounded end and an open end. The main ingredients must be at least 80% water-soluble polymer. Common materials are gelatin, hydroxypropyl methylcellulose (HPMC), and pullulan. Capsules can also include water, colorants, opacifiers, and other substances. The ITC covers all sizes, colors, and types of hard empty capsules, whether they are imported together or separately, attached or detached. The capsules must be able to dissolve in water within 2 hours as described in the United States Pharmacopeia-National Formulary. The capsules are classified under several Harmonized Tariff Schedule codes, including 9602.00.1040, 9602.00.5010, and others. Investigation Process The final phase of these investigations will follow sections 705(b) and 731(b) of the Tariff Act. The ITC invites people and companies that use or sell the capsules to participate by filing an entry of appearance no later than 21 days before the hearing date. All documents must be filed electronically through the Commission’s Electronic Document Information System (EDIS). No paper filings will be accepted. If a party wants access to business confidential information, an application must be made 21 days before the hearing. Applications are only for authorized representatives. Key Dates The prehearing staff report will be in the nonpublic record on October 1, 2025. A public version will follow. The hearing will take place at 9:30 a.m. on October 16, 2025. Requests to appear must be filed by October 9, 2025. If a party wishes to appear via videoconference, a statement explaining the reason is required. Remote requests for illness or positive COVID-19 tests may be submitted a day before the hearing. Written testimony and presentation slides must be filed by noon, October 15, 2025. Prehearing briefs are due by October 8, 2025. Posthearing briefs and written statements by persons not entered as parties are due by October 23, 2025. The Commission will release new information to parties by November 5, 2025. Final comments on this information are due by November 7, 2025. Participation and Submissions Any interested party may file a prehearing brief, written testimony, and posthearing brief. Submissions must comply with the Commission’s rules about format and confidential information. For more information about the investigation, including hearing procedures and the rules, check the ITC’s Rules of Practice and Procedure, or visit the Commission’s website. Contact Questions can be directed to Julie Duffy at (202) 708-2579 or through the Commission’s website at https://www.usitc.gov. Hearing-impaired persons can contact the TDD terminal at 202-205-1810. Assistance for mobility impairments is available by contacting the Office of the Secretary at 202-205-2000. Authority These actions are under Title VII of the Tariff Act of 1930. This notice is published under Section 207.21 of the Commission’s rules. The notice was issued by Lisa Barton, Secretary to the Commission, on 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.
USITC Briefing 2025-06-25
International Trade Commission Briefing 2025-06-25 Estimated reading time: 5 minutes 1. Hard Empty Capsules From Brazil, China, India, and Vietnam; Scheduling of the Final Phase of Countervailing Duty and Antidumping Duty Investigations Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/06/25/2025-11708/hard-empty-capsules-from-brazil-china-india-and-vietnam-scheduling-of-the-final-phase-of Sub: International Trade Commission Content: The Commission hereby gives notice of the scheduling of the final phase of antidumping and countervailing duty investigation Nos. 701-TA-742-745 and 731-TA-1720-1723 (Final) pursuant to the Tariff Act of 1930 (“the Act”) to determine whether an industry in the United States is materially injured or threatened with material injury, or the establishment of an industry in the United States is materially retarded, by reason of imports of hard empty capsules from Brazil, China, India, and Vietnam, provided for in subheadings 9602.00.10 and 9602.00.50 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States, preliminarily determined by the Department of Commerce (“Commerce”) to be subsidized and sold at less-than-fair-value. 2. Certain Electronic Computing Devices and Components Thereof; Notice of a Final Determination Finding No Violation of Section 337; Termination of Investigation Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/06/25/2025-11661/certain-electronic-computing-devices-and-components-thereof-notice-of-a-final-determination-finding Sub: International Trade Commission Content: Notice is hereby given that the U.S. International Trade Commission (“Commission”) has determined that the respondents have not violated section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930, as amended, by importing into the United States, selling for importation, or selling within the United States after importation certain electronic computing devices and components thereof by reason of infringement of certain claims of U.S. Patent No. 7,792,066 (“the ‘066 patent”); U.S. Patent No. 8,687,354 (“the ‘354 patent”); and U.S. Patent No. 10,952,203 (“the ‘203 patent”). This investigation is terminated. 3. Certain Smart Wearable Devices, Systems, and Components Thereof; Notice of a Commission Determination To Review in Part a Final Initial Determination; Request for Written Submissions on Remedy, the Public Interest, and Bonding Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/06/25/2025-11659/certain-smart-wearable-devices-systems-and-components-thereof-notice-of-a-commission-determination Sub: International Trade Commission Content: Notice is hereby given that the U.S. International Trade Commission (“Commission”) has determined to review in part a final initial determination (“FID”) of the presiding administrative law judge (“ALJ”). The Commission requests written submissions from the parties, interested government agencies, and other interested persons on the issues of remedy, the public interest, and bonding, under the schedule set forth below. 4. Certain Sensors With Pixels and Products Containing the Same; Notice of a Commission Determination Not To Review an Initial Determination Terminating the Investigation Based on Settlement; Termination of Investigation Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/06/25/2025-11658/certain-sensors-with-pixels-and-products-containing-the-same-notice-of-a-commission-determination Sub: International Trade Commission Content: Notice is hereby given that the U.S. International Trade Commission (“Commission”) has determined not to review an initial determination (“ID”) (Order No. 60) of the presiding administrative law judge (“ALJ”) granting the complainant’s motion to terminate the above-captioned investigation based on settlement. The investigation is terminated. 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.
Certain Low Speed Personal Transportation Vehicles From the People’s Republic of China: Final Affirmative Determination of Sales at Less Than Fair Value and Final Affirmative Determination of Critical Circumstances, in Part
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.
Certain Low-Speed Personal Transportation Vehicles From the People’s Republic of China: Final Affirmative Countervailing Duty Determination and Final Affirmative Determination of Critical Circumstances
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.
ITA Briefing 2025-06-23
Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Briefing 2025-06-23 Estimated reading time: 3 minutes 1. Certain Low-Speed Personal Transportation Vehicles From the People’s Republic of China: Final Affirmative Countervailing Duty Determination and Final Affirmative Determination of Critical Circumstances Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) determines that countervailable subsidies are being provided to producers and exporters of certain low-speed personal transportation vehicles (LSPTVs) from the People's Republic of China (China). The period of investigation is January 1, 2023, through December 31, 2023. 2. Certain Low Speed Personal Transportation Vehicles From the People’s Republic of China: Final Affirmative Determination of Sales at Less Than Fair Value and Final Affirmative Determination of Critical Circumstances, in Part Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) determines that certain low speed personal transportation vehicles (LSPTVs) from the People's Republic of China (China) are being, or are likely to be, sold in the United States at less than fair value (LTFV) during the period of investigation (POI) October 1, 2023, through March 31, 2024. 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.
Certain Organic Light-Emitting Diode Display Modules and Components Thereof; Notice of a Commission Decision Not To Review an Initial Determination Amending the Complaint and Notice of Investigation
U.S. International Trade Commission Updates Name in OLED Display Investigation Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes The U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) has made a decision in Investigation No. 337-TA-1378. This case is about certain organic light-emitting diode (OLED) display modules and their parts. The investigation started on December 6, 2023, after a complaint filed by Samsung Display Company, Ltd. of South Korea. The complaint said that some companies from China and the United States may have imported or sold these items by using trade secrets in the wrong way. This could hurt U.S. businesses or stop new ones from starting. The companies named in the investigation were: BOE Technology Group Co., Ltd. of Beijing, China Mianyang BOE Optoelectronics Technology Co., Ltd. of Mianyang, China Ordos Yuansheng Optoelectronics Co., Ltd. of Inner Mongolia, China Chengdu BOE Optoelectronics Technology Co., Ltd. of Chengdu, China Chongqing BOE Optoelectronics Technology Co., Ltd. of Chongqing, China Wuhan BOE Optoelectronics Technology Co., Ltd. of Wuhan, China BMOT, also known as Kunming BOE Display Technology, of Yunnan, China BOE Technology America Inc. of Santa Clara, California On May 21, 2025, Samsung and all the companies involved said together that BMOT changed its name. Now, BMOT is called Yunnan Invensight Optoelectronics Technology Co., Ltd. (Yunnan). On May 27, 2025, the administrative law judge (ALJ) in charge gave an order, called Initial Determination (Order No. 63). This order updated the official records to change BMOT’s name to Yunnan in the complaint and in the investigation notice. The ALJ said there was a good reason for this update, since Yunnan is now the right name to use. No one asked the ITC to review this change. The ITC has now decided not to review the judge’s order. This means the name change is official in the case. The ITC used its authority from section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930 and the Commission’s Rules of Practice and Procedure to make this decision. The vote happened on June 17, 2025. The notice was signed by Sharon Bellamy, Supervisory Hearings and Information Officer, and published in the Federal Register on 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.
Certain Topcon Solar Cells, Modules, Panels, Components Thereof, and Products Containing Same; Notice of a Commission Determination Not To Review an Initial Determination Granting Complainants’ Motion To Amend Complaint and Notice of Investigation To Reflect Corporate Name Change
U.S. International Trade Commission Updates Solar Cell Investigation Due to Company Name Change Estimated reading time: 4–5 minutes The U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) has issued a notice about two ongoing investigations, Investigation No. 337-TA-1422 and Investigation No. 337-TA-1425. These investigations involve certain TOPCon solar cells, modules, panels, their parts, and products that use them. The ITC has decided not to review an initial decision made by the Administrative Law Judge. The decision allowed the complainants to amend their complaint and the notice of investigation. This amendment was made to show a corporate name change. The company “Trina Solar US Manufacturing Module 1, LLC” is now “T1 G1 Dallas Solar Module (Trina) LLC.” The name change took effect on April 21, 2025. Background of the Investigation The ITC started Investigation No. 337-TA-1422 on November 5, 2024, and Investigation No. 337-TA-1425 on December 9, 2024. The complaints were filed by Trina Solar (U.S.), Inc., Trina Solar US Manufacturing Module 1, LLC (now T1 G1 Dallas Solar Module (Trina) LLC), and Trina Solar Co., Ltd. These companies are called “Complainants.” The complaints say there were violations of section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930 (19 U.S.C. 1337). The violations relate to bringing certain TOPCon solar products into the United States, selling them for import, or selling them after they arrive. The claims involve U.S. Patent No. 9,722,104 (claims 1-11) and U.S. Patent No. 10,230,009 (claims 1-17). The complaints also say there is a domestic industry involved. Parties Named in the Investigation The investigation names several respondents, including: Runergy USA Inc. (Pleasanton, CA) Runergy Alabama Inc. (Huntsville, AL) Jiangsu Runergy New Energy Technology, Co., Ltd. (Yangcheng City, China) Adani Solar USA Inc. (Irving, TX) Adani Green Energy Ltd. (Ahmedabad, India) CSI Solar Co., Ltd. (Suzhou, China) Canadian Solar Inc. (Guelph, Canada) Canadian Solar (USA) Inc. (Walnut Creek, CA) Canadian Solar Manufacturing (Thailand) Co., Ltd. (Bo Win, Thailand) Canadian Solar US Module Manufacturing Corporation (Mesquite, TX) Recurrent Energy Development Holdings, LLC (Austin, TX) The Office of Unfair Import Investigations is also part of the case. Progress of the Investigation On January 21, 2025, the ITC combined the two investigations into one. There have been some changes in the list of respondents: On January 31, 2025, the investigation decided not to continue with Adani Green Energy Ltd., and added Mundra Solar PV Ltd. as a new respondent. On February 12, 2025, the target date for the investigation was updated to May 20, 2026. On February 13, 2025, the ITC decided not to continue with Recurrent Energy Development Holdings LLC. Company Name Change On May 12, 2025, the complainants asked for permission to change the complaint and notice of investigation. This was to reflect the company’s new name, from Trina Solar US Manufacturing Module 1, LLC to T1 G1 Dallas Solar Module (Trina) LLC. The judge agreed to the change on May 23, 2025, stating there was good reason to update the name. No one objected to this update. The ITC has now officially amended the documents to use the correct new company name. Authority and Dates The ITC made this decision under section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930, as updated, and according to the ITC’s rules. The decision was made on June 17, 2025. For more information, contact Benjamin S. Richards, Esq., Office of the General Counsel, U.S. International Trade Commission. The case number for this Federal Register notice is 2025-11434. 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.
Overhead Door Counterbalance Torsion Springs From China and India; Revised Schedule for the Subject Investigations
USITC Announces Revised Schedule for Torsion Spring Investigations Estimated reading time: 3-5 minutes The United States International Trade Commission (USITC) has issued a notice regarding the schedule for its investigations into overhead door counterbalance torsion springs from China and India. On June 2, 2025, the Commission set a schedule for the final phase of these investigations. On June 17, 2025, the Commission changed the schedule to solve some timing conflicts. The new schedule is as follows: The prehearing staff report will be placed in the nonpublic record on August 5, 2025. Prehearing briefs and requests to appear at the hearing must be filed with the Secretary to the Commission by 5:15 p.m. on August 11, 2025. The prehearing conference will take place at the U.S. International Trade Commission Building on August 13, 2025, if needed. Parties must file and serve written testimony and presentation slides for the hearing by noon on August 14, 2025. The hearing will be held at the U.S. International Trade Commission Building at 9:30 a.m. on August 15, 2025. The deadline for filing posthearing briefs is 5:15 p.m. on August 22, 2025. Any person who has not entered as a party may submit a written statement of information about the topic. These statements can include support or opposition to the petition. The due date for these statements is August 22, 2025. These investigations are being held under title VII of the Tariff Act of 1930 and based on the Commission’s rules, including 19 CFR parts 201 and 207. For more information, contact Peter Stebbins at the USITC, phone 202-205-2039. Persons with hearing or mobility impairments can reach the USITC using the TDD terminal at 202-205-1810, or the Office of the Secretary at 202-205-2000. More details and public records are available on the USITC website at https://www.usitc.gov. This notice was issued by Lisa Barton, Secretary to the Commission, on June 18, 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.
USITC Briefing 2025-06-23
International Trade Commission Briefing 2025-06-23 Estimated reading time: 5 minutes 1. Overhead Door Counterbalance Torsion Springs From China and India; Revised Schedule for the Subject Investigations Sub: International Trade Commission 2. Certain Topcon Solar Cells, Modules, Panels, Components Thereof, and Products Containing Same; Notice of a Commission Determination Not To Review an Initial Determination Granting Complainants’ Motion To Amend Complaint and Notice of Investigation To Reflect Corporate Name Change Sub: International Trade Commission Content: Notice is hereby given that the U.S. International Trade Commission ("Commission") has determined not to review an initial determination ("ID") granting Complainants' motion to amend the complaint and notice of investigation to reflect a corporate name change by Trina Solar US Manufacturing Module 1, LLC to T1 G1 Dallas Solar Module (Trina) LLC. 3. Certain Nasal Devices and Components Thereof; Notice of a Commission Determination Not To Review an Initial Determination Granting Complainant’s Motion For Leave To Amend the Complaint and Notice of Investigation Sub: International Trade Commission Content: Notice is hereby given that the U.S. International Trade Commission ("Commission") has determined not to review an initial determination ("ID") (Order No. 9) of the presiding administrative law judge ("ALJ"), granting Complainant's motion for leave to amend the complaint and notice of investigation. 4. Certain Wi-Fi Routers, Wi-Fi Devices, Mesh Wi-Fi Network Devices and Components Thereof; Notice of Institution of Investigation Sub: International Trade Commission Content: Notice is hereby given that a complaint was filed with the U.S. International Trade Commission on May 16, 2025, under section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930, as amended, on behalf of Estelgia, LLC of Dover, Delaware. A letter supplementing the complaint was filed on June 3, 2025. The complaint, as supplemented, alleges violations of section 337 based upon the importation into the United States, the sale for importation, and the sale within the United States after importation of certain Wi-Fi routers, Wi-Fi Devices, Mesh Wi-Fi Network Devices and Components Thereof by reason of the infringement of certain claims of U.S. Patent No. 7,936,714 ("the '714 patent"); U.S. Patent No. 11,246,016 ("the '016 patent"); U.S. Patent No. 10,735,973 ("the '973 patent"); U.S. Patent No. 10,531,518 ("the '518 patent"); U.S. Patent No, 9,775,164 ("the '164 patent"); and U.S. Patent No. 9,277,591("the'591 patent"). The complaint, as supplemented, further alleges that an industry in the United States exists as required by the applicable Federal Statute. The complainant requests that the Commission institute an investigation and, after the investigation, issue a limited exclusion order and cease and desist orders. 5. Certain Organic Light-Emitting Diode Display Modules and Components Thereof; Notice of a Commission Decision Not To Review an Initial Determination Amending the Complaint and Notice of Investigation Sub: International Trade Commission Content: Notice is hereby given that the U.S. International Trade Commission ("Commission") has determined not to review an initial determination ("ID") (Order No. 63) of the presiding administrative law judge ("ALJ"), to amend the complaint and notice of investigation to change the name of one of the respondents. 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.
Notice Pursuant to the National Cooperative Research and Production Act of 1993-Rust Foundation
Rust Foundation Updates Membership in National Research Venture Estimated reading time: 2–4 minutes On May 27, 2025, the Rust Foundation made official notifications with the Attorney General and the Federal Trade Commission. These notifications were made under section 6(a) of the National Cooperative Research and Production Act of 1993. The law is found in 15 U.S.C. 4301 et seq. The notifications shared new changes in group membership. Five new parties have joined the Rust Foundation’s research project. They are: Fledgio Limited, London, UNITED KINGDOM OpenAtom Foundation, Beijing, PEOPLE’S REPUBLIC OF CHINA School of Computer Science at University of Bristol, Bristol, UNITED KINGDOM Stichting Trifecta Tech Foundation, Nijmegen, KINGDOM OF THE NETHERLANDS Tock Foundation, Seattle, WA Three organizations have withdrawn as parties in the project. They are: Dropbox Inc., San Francisco, CA Embecosm, Southampton, UNITED KINGDOM Knoldus Inc., Missisauga, CANADA No other changes have taken place in either the membership or planned work of the research group. The membership in the group research project continues to stay open. The Rust Foundation will send more written notifications when new members join or leave. The Rust Foundation first filed a notification for this venture on April 14, 2022. The Department of Justice published notice of that filing in the Federal Register on May 13, 2022 (87 FR 29384). The most recent notification before this was filed on March 19, 2025. Notice of that was published in the Federal Register on April 21, 2025 (90 FR 16702). This information was filed by Suzanne Morris, Deputy Director of Civil Enforcement Operations, Antitrust Division, at the Department of Justice. 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.
Notice Pursuant to the National Cooperative Research and Production Act of 1993-ASTM INTERNATIONAL
Notice of ASTM International Filing Published in the Federal Register Estimated reading time: 1–3 minutes On June 20, 2025, the Department of Justice announced an official notice from ASTM International. This notice appears in Volume 90, Number 117 of the Federal Register, on page 26328. The notice states that ASTM International has filed written notifications as of May 22, 2025. The filing is under section 6(a) of the National Cooperative Research and Production Act of 1993, found at 15 U.S.C. 4301 et seq., also known as “the Act.” ASTM International sent these notifications to both the Attorney General and the Federal Trade Commission. The purpose of the notification is to extend the protections in the Act. These protections limit what antitrust plaintiffs can recover to only actual damages under specific situations. The content of the filing from ASTM International contains an updated list of ongoing standards development activities. These activities are called “Work Items,” and they started between February 17, 2025, and May 13, 2025. Each Work Item has a brief description and is listed on the ASTM website at http://www.astm.org. ASTM International first filed a notification for these purposes on September 15, 2004. The Department of Justice then published a notice about it in the Federal Register on November 10, 2004, found at 69 FR 65226. The most recent prior notification from ASTM was filed on February 28, 2025. That notice appeared in the Federal Register on April 21, 2025, at 90 FR 16701. Suzanne Morris, Deputy Director of Civil Enforcement Operations at the Antitrust Division, certified this notice. The document’s reference number is 2025-11311. It was filed on June 18, 2025, at 8:45 am. The Department of Justice Antitrust Division’s billing code for this notice is 4410-11-P. 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.
DOJ Briefing 2025-06-20
Justice Department, Antitrust Division Briefing 2025-06-20 Estimated reading time: 3 minutes 1. Notice Pursuant to the National Cooperative Research and Production Act of 1993-ASTM INTERNATIONAL Sub: Justice Department, Antitrust Division 2. Notice Pursuant to the National Cooperative Research and Production Act of 1993-Rust Foundation Sub: Justice Department, Antitrust Division 3. Notice Pursuant to the National Cooperative Research and Production Act of 1993-Mobile Satellite Services Association Sub: Justice Department, Antitrust Division 4. Notice Pursuant to the National Cooperative Research and Production Act of 1993-Integrated Photonics Institute for Manufacturing Innovation Operating Under the Name of the American Institute for Manufacturing Integrated Photonics Sub: Justice Department, Antitrust Division 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.
Agency Information Collection Activities; Submission to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for Review and Approval; Comment Request; BIS Program Evaluation
Department of Commerce Seeks Comments on Export Control Seminar Survey Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes The Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS), part of the Department of Commerce, has announced a request for public comments. The request is about its “BIS Program Evaluation” information collection. This is part of the government’s effort to reduce paperwork and improve reporting. The survey helps BIS assess and improve its export control seminars. These seminars teach about export controls under BIS rules. Seminars are held both in-person and online. BIS hosts over 20 seminars each year, inside and outside the United States. The survey is voluntary. People who attend seminars fill out the survey. BIS uses the feedback to make its programs better and more useful for people who export goods. Here are some key facts: The survey can be filled out either online or on paper. The government estimates 3,030 people respond each year. Each response takes about ten minutes to complete. The total time for all responses is about 505 hours per year. There is no cost for people who fill out the survey. The survey is done with the authority of the Government Performance and Results Act. The Department of Commerce wants comments from the public and other agencies. They want advice on: Whether the survey is needed. If the survey is useful. If the time estimates are correct. How to improve the survey. How to make it easier to fill out, including the use of technology. You can send your comments by email to Nancy Kook, the IC Liaison at BIS. Make sure to use OMB Control Number 0694-0125 in your email. Do not send private or sensitive business information with your comments. All comments will become public records. The Department might publish your comment and personal information. If you want your information kept private, you can ask, but the Department cannot promise to do so. Send your comments by August 19, 2025. For questions, contact Nancy Kook at 202-482-2440 or by email. This notice was filed by Sheleen Dumas, the Departmental PRA Compliance Officer at the Commerce Department. [Federal Register Volume 90, Number 117 (Friday, June 20, 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.
BIS Briefing 2025-06-20
Commerce Department, Industry and Security Bureau Briefing 2025-06-20 Estimated reading time: 2 minutes 1. Agency Information Collection Activities; Submission to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for Review and Approval; Comment Request; BIS Program Evaluation Sub: Commerce Department, Industry and Security Bureau Content: The Department of Commerce, in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (PRA), invites the general public and other Federal agencies to comment on proposed, and continuing information collections, which helps us assess the impact of our information collection requirements and minimize the public’s reporting burden. The purpose of this notice is to allow for 60 days of public comment preceding submission of the collection to OMB. 2. Agency Information Collection Activities; Submission to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for Review and Approval; Comment Request; BIS Program Evaluation Sub: Commerce Department, Industry and Security Bureau Content: The Department of Commerce, in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (PRA), invites the general public and other Federal agencies to comment on proposed, and continuing information collections, which helps us assess the impact of our information collection requirements and minimize the public’s reporting burden. The purpose of this notice is to allow for 60 days of public comment preceding submission of the collection to OMB. 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.
Tapered Roller Bearings and Parts Thereof, Finished and Unfinished, From the People’s Republic of China: Preliminary Results of Antidumping Administrative Review, Rescission, in Part, and Preliminary Determination of No Shipments; 2023-2024
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.
Temporary Steel Fencing From the People’s Republic of China: Preliminary Affirmative Countervailing Duty Determination, Preliminary Affirmative Critical Circumstances Determination, in Part, and Alignment of Final Determination With the Final Antidumping Determination
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.
ITA Briefing 2025-06-20
Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Briefing 2025-06-20 Estimated reading time: 4 minutes 1. Temporary Steel Fencing From the People’s Republic of China: Preliminary Affirmative Countervailing Duty Determination, Preliminary Affirmative Critical Circumstances Determination, in Part, and Alignment of Final Determination With the Final Antidumping Determination Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) preliminarily determines that countervailable subsidies are being provided to producers and exporters of temporary steel fencing from the People’s Republic of China (China). The period of investigation is January 1, 2024, through December 31, 2024. 2. Tapered Roller Bearings and Parts Thereof, Finished and Unfinished, From the People’s Republic of China: Preliminary Results of Antidumping Administrative Review, Rescission, in Part, and Preliminary Determination of No Shipments; 2023-2024 Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) is rescinding, in part, the administrative review of the antidumping duty (AD) order on tapered roller bearings and parts thereof, finished and unfinished (TRBs) from the People’s Republic of China (China) for the period of review (POR) June 1, 2023, through May 31, 2024. Further, Commerce preliminarily finds that Shanghai Tainai Bearing Co., Ltd. (Tainai) had no shipments during the POR and C&U Group Shanghai Bearing Co., Ltd. (C&U Shanghai) did not qualify for a separate rate and therefore, is considered part of the China-wide entity. Interested parties are invited to comment on these preliminary results. 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.
Bulk Manufacturer of Controlled Substances AJNA Biosciences
AJNA Biosciences Applies to Make Psilocybin and Psilocyn in Colorado Estimated reading time: 2–3 minutes What AJNA Wants to Do AJNA Biosciences wants to make mushrooms that contain Psilocybin and Psilocyn. These are both schedule I controlled substances. The company’s work is for internal research, clinical trials, and analysis. AJNA also wants to sell these substances to its customers who do schedule I clinical research. Where and When AJNA Biosciences is located at 8022 Southpark Circle, Suite 500, Littleton, Colorado 80120-5659. The company sent its application on May 7, 2025. Rules and Details The DEA says this notice is made under 21 CFR 1301.33(a). Anyone who is a registered bulk manufacturer or an applicant for the same substances can comment or object. They have until August 18, 2025, to do this. They may also ask for a hearing by the same date. How to Comment Comments need to be sent electronically through the Federal eRulemaking Portal at https://www.regulations.gov. People can write short comments or attach longer files. After sending a comment, a Comment Tracking Number is given. Comments may not show up right away on the site. Who Signed the Notice Matthew Strait, Deputy Assistant Administrator at the DEA, signed the notice. No activities except for those listed are allowed for this registration. 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.
DOJ Briefing 2025-06-18
Justice Department, Drug Enforcement Administration Briefing 2025-06-18 Estimated reading time: 4 minutes 1. Importer of Controlled Substances Application: Veranova, L.P. Sub: Justice Department, Drug Enforcement Administration Content: Veranova, L.P. has applied to be registered as an importer of basic class(es) of controlled substance(s). Refer to Supplementary Information listed below for further drug information. 2. Bulk Manufacturer of Controlled Substances Application: American Radiolabeled Chem Sub: Justice Department, Drug Enforcement Administration Content: American Radiolabeled Chem has applied to be registered as a bulk manufacturer of basic class(es) of controlled substance(s). Refer to Supplementary Information listed below for further drug information. 3. Bulk Manufacturer of Controlled Substances AJNA Biosciences Sub: Justice Department, Drug Enforcement Administration Content: AJNA Biosciences has applied to be registered as a bulk manufacturer of basic class(es) of controlled substance(s). Refer to Supplementary Information listed below for further drug information. 4. Importer of Controlled Substances Application: AndersonBrecon, Inc. DBA PCI Pharma Services Sub: Justice Department, Drug Enforcement Administration Content: AndersonBrecon, Inc. DBA PCI Pharma Services has applied to be registered as an importer of basic class(es) of controlled substance(s). Refer to Supplementary Information listed below for further drug information. 5. Bulk Manufacturer of Controlled Substances Application: Veranova, L.P. Sub: Justice Department, Drug Enforcement Administration Content: Veranova, L.P., has applied to be registered as a bulk manufacturer of basic class(es) of controlled substance(s). Refer to Supplementary Information listed below for further drug information. 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.
Certain Brake Drums From People’s Republic of China: Final Affirmative Determination of Sales at Less Than Fair Value
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.
Certain Brake Drums From the People’s Republic of China: Final Affirmative Countervailing Duy Determination
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.
Aluminum Wire and Cable From the People’s Republic of China: Continuation of Antidumping and Countervailing Duty Orders
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.
ITA Briefing 2025-06-18
Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Briefing 2025-06-18 Estimated reading time: 5 minutes 1. Organic Soybean Meal From India: Preliminary Results and Partial Rescission of Countervailing Duty Administrative Review; 2023 Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) preliminarily determines that countervailable subsidies are being provided to certain producers/exporters of organic soybean meal from India. The period of review (POR) is January 1, 2023, through December 31, 2023. Interested parties are invited to comment on these preliminary results. 2. Aluminum Wire and Cable From the People’s Republic of China: Continuation of Antidumping and Countervailing Duty Orders Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: As a result of the determinations by the U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) and the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) that revocation of the antidumping duty (AD) and countervailing duty (CVD) orders on aluminum wire and cable (AWC) from the People’s Republic of China (China) would likely lead to the continuation or recurrence of dumping, countervailable subsidies, and material injury to an industry in the United States, Commerce is publishing a notice of continuation of these AD and CVD orders. 3. Certain Brake Drums From the Republic of Türkiye: Final Affirmative Countervailing Duty Determination Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) determines that countervailable subsidies are being provided to producers and exporters of certain brake drums from the Republic of Türkiye (Türkiye). The period of investigation is January 1, 2023, through December 31, 2023. 4. Certain Brake Drums From the Republic of Türkiye: Final Affirmative Determination of Sales at Less Than Fair Value Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) determines that certain brake drums (brake drums) from the Republic of Türkiye (Türkiye) are being, or are likely to be, sold in the United States at less than fair value (LTFV). The period of investigation is April 1, 2023, through March 31, 2024. 5. Certain Brake Drums From the People’s Republic of China: Final Affirmative Countervailing Duty Determination Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) determines that countervailable subsidies are being provided to producers and exporters of certain brake drums (brake drums) from the People's Republic of China (China). The period of investigation is January 1, 2023, through December 31, 2023. 6. Certain Brake Drums From People’s Republic of China: Final Affirmative Determination of Sales at Less Than Fair Value Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) determines that certain brake drums (brake drums) from the People's Republic of China (China) are being, or are likely to be, sold in the United States at less than fair value (LTFV). The period of investigation (POI) is October 1, 2023, through March 31, 2024. 7. Certain Frozen Fish Fillets From the Socialist Republic of Vietnam: Final Results and Partial Rescission of Administrative Review; 2022-2023 Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) determines that Bien Dong Seafood Joint Stock Company (Bien Dong), an exporter of certain frozen fish fillets (fish fillets) from the Socialist Republic of Vietnam (Vietnam), did not sell subject merchandise in the United States at prices below normal value (NV) during the period of review (POR) August 1, 2022, through July 31, 2023. Commerce also determines that six additional companies, Can Tho Import Export Seafood Joint Stock Company (CASEAMEX), Dai Thanh Seafoods Company Limited (Dai Thanh), Dong A Seafood One Member Company Limited (Dong A), HungCa 6 Corporation (HungCa 6), Nam Viet Corporation (NAVICO), and NTSF Seafoods Joint Stock Company (NTSF), are eligible for separate-rate status. Commerce is also rescinding the review with respect to the Vietnam-wide entity. 8. Certain High Chrome Cast Iron Grinding Media From India: Amended Final Affirmative Antidumping Duty Determination and Antidumping Duty Order; Countervailing Duty Order Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: Based on affirmative final determinations by the U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) and the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), Commerce is issuing antidumping duty (AD) and countervailing duty (CVD) orders on certain high chrome cast iron grinding media (grinding media) from India. In addition, Commerce is amending its final determination in the less-than-fair-value (LTFV) investigation of certain high chrome cast iron grinding media from India to correct a ministerial error. The period of investigation (POI) is April 1, 2023, through March 31, 2024. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). 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Certain Dryer Wall Exhaust Vent Assemblies and Components Thereof; Notice of a Commission Determination To Issue Remedial Orders Against the Defaulting Respondent; Termination of Investigation
U.S. International Trade Commission Issues Orders Against Xiamen Dirongte Trading Co., Ltd. in Patent Case Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes The U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) has decided to issue a limited exclusion order and a cease and desist order against Xiamen Dirongte Trading Co., Ltd. of Xiamen City, China. This company was the only respondent in the investigation. The case concerned the import of dryer wall exhaust vent assemblies and their components. The investigation began on February 6, 2025, after a complaint from InOvate Acquisition Company of Jupiter, Florida. This complaint stated that Xiamen Dirongte Trading Co., Ltd. violated Section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930. The violation was due to the import, sale for import, or sale within the U.S. after importation of dryer wall exhaust vent assemblies and components. These actions were said to infringe on certain claims of U.S. Patent No. 11,953,230. The complaint also claimed that there was a related industry in the United States. Xiamen Dirongte Trading Co., Ltd. did not respond to the ITC’s complaint or its notice. On March 14, 2025, the Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) ordered Xiamen Dirongte to explain its lack of response. The company did not reply. On April 15, 2025, the ALJ found Xiamen Dirongte in default. The Commission chose not to review this decision. It then asked for briefs on the remedy, bonding, and public interest. On May 19, 2025, InOvate replied, asking for both a limited exclusion order and a cease and desist order against Xiamen Dirongte. No other responses were given. After reviewing the case record, the Commission decided on the following remedies: A limited exclusion order. This order blocks the unlicensed entry into the United States of certain dryer wall exhaust vent assemblies and components that infringe the ‘230 patent and come from Xiamen Dirongte Trading Co., Ltd. A cease and desist order against Xiamen Dirongte Trading Co., Ltd. The Commission also set a bond for the Presidential review period. The bond is 100% of the value of the infringing imported products. The Commission found no public interest reasons to stop these orders from being issued. The ITC made its official vote on June 16, 2025. The orders and bond are effective following that date. The investigation is now terminated. The decision was announced by Susan Orndoff, Supervisory Attorney of the ITC. For more information, documents can be found on the ITC’s electronic docket at https://edis.usitc.gov. 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.
USITC Briefing 2025-06-18
International Trade Commission Briefing 2025-06-18 Estimated reading time: 4 minutes 1. Certain Dryer Wall Exhaust Vent Assemblies and Components Thereof; Notice of a Commission Determination To Issue Remedial Orders Against the Defaulting Respondent; Termination of Investigation Sub: International Trade Commission Content: Notice is hereby given that the U.S. International Trade Commission (“Commission”) has determined to issue a limited exclusion order and cease and desist order against defaulting respondent Xiamen Dirongte Trading Co., Ltd. of Xiamen City, China (“Xiamen”), the sole respondent in this investigation. The Commission has also determined to impose a bond equal to one hundred percent (100%) of the entered value of the infringing products imported during the period of Presidential review. The investigation is hereby terminated. 2. Fresh Tomatoes From Mexico; Request for Comments Regarding the Institution of a Section 751(b) Review Concerning the Commission’s Affirmative Determination and Continued Antidumping Duty Investigation Sub: International Trade Commission Content: The Commission invites comments from the public on whether changed circumstances exist sufficient to warrant the institution of a review pursuant to section 751(b) of the Tariff Act of 1930 (19 U.S.C. 1675(b)) (the Act) regarding the Commission’s affirmative determination and continued antidumping duty investigation in investigation No. 731- TA-747 (Fifth Review). The purpose of the proposed review would be to determine whether revocation of the existing suspension agreement on imports of fresh tomatoes from Mexico would be likely to lead to continuation or recurrence of material injury (19 U.S.C. 1675(b)(2)(A)). 3. Certain Boiler Protection for Absorption Refrigeration Systems and Components Thereof; Institution of Investigation Sub: International Trade Commission Content: Notice is hereby given that a complaint was filed with the U.S. International Trade Commission on May 14, 2025, under section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930, as amended, on behalf of ARPC LLC and Paul Unmack of Butte, Montana. A supplement was filed on May 23, 2025. The complaint alleges violations of section 337 based upon the importation into the United States, the sale for importation, and the sale within the United States after importation of certain boiler protection for absorption refrigeration systems and components thereof by reason of the infringement of certain claims of U.S. Patent No. 8,056,360. The complaint further alleges that an industry in the United States exists as required by the applicable Federal Statute. The complainants request that the Commission institute an investigation and, after the investigation, issue a general exclusion order, or in the alternative a limited exclusion order, and cease and desist orders. 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.


