U.S. Department of Commerce Finds Antidumping Duties on Oil Country Tubular Goods from Vietnam Estimated reading time: 4–6 minutes The U.S. Department of Commerce has announced preliminary results on the administrative review of oil country tubular goods (OCTG) exported by companies from the Socialist Republic of Vietnam. This announcement was made on March 16, 2026. The review covers the period from September 1, 2023, to August 31, 2024. The Department of Commerce found that certain producers and exporters from Vietnam sold their products in the United States at less than the normal value. The main case involves SeAH Steel VINA Corporation, which received a preliminary dumping margin of 12.84 percent. This means the company sold its goods at a price lower than fair value, causing harm to American companies. The review also involved two other companies, Halima Pipe Company (Halima) and Pusan Pipe America, Inc. (PPA). However, the review was rescinded for these two companies. This decision was because there were no suspended entries of their products during the period under review. This means they did not have any questionable sales during the designated time. According to the Department’s policy, a review of the Vietnam-wide entity would only occur if specifically requested or if deemed necessary by the Department. There were no requests for such a review, so the Vietnam-wide entity’s duty rate remains unchanged at 111.47 percent. For all interested parties, the Department has opened a window to submit comments on these preliminary results. Parties are invited to submit their feedback within 21 days from the notice’s publication. This allows stakeholders to raise any points or concerns about the preliminary findings. After the review is complete, antidumping duties will be assessed on all appropriate entries. Duties will be calculated based on the amount of dumping compared to total sales. The intent is to protect U.S. industries from unfair competition that results from foreign producers selling below market value. Importers must comply with these requirements and file certificates regarding reimbursement of antidumping duties. Failing to do so could lead to penalties or additional duties. In conclusion, the U.S. Department of Commerce remains committed to ensuring fair trade practices and protecting the interests of American industries through vigilant monitoring and enforcement of antidumping measures. 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.
Tow-Behind Lawn Groomers and Certain Parts Thereof From the People’s Republic of China: Continuation of Antidumping Duty Order
U.S. Continues Antidumping Duties on Lawn Groomers from China Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes The United States Department of Commerce has decided to keep the antidumping duties on tow-behind lawn groomers and some parts from China. These duties are there to stop unfair pricing that could hurt U.S. businesses. The duties on lawn groomers first started on August 3, 2009. The U.S. wants to protect industries in the country from low-priced products sold by other countries. On March 10, 2026, the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) agreed with the Department of Commerce. They said that ending these duties could lead to more unfair pricing and hurt U.S. businesses. What’s Covered The duties apply to non-motorized tow-behind lawn groomers made from any material. Lawn groomers can include lawn sweepers, aerators, dethatchers, and spreaders. These are used to maintain lawns. Lawn groomers usually attach to a vehicle, allowing them to be pulled along the ground. Some have a hitch and a push handle. They may also have some parts that help them work better. The Order includes lawn sweepers, aerators that make holes in the ground, dethatchers that remove dead grass, and spreaders that spread seeds or fertilizer. Size Limits The duties cover lawn dethatchers that weigh 100 pounds or less. Other lawn groomers covered weigh 200 pounds or less. Lawn groomer parts like brush housings and weight trays are also included. Excluded Items Some items are not covered by the duties. These include farm tools like plows, carts, wagons, lawn groomers with motors, and hand-held models. Also excluded are lawn groomers that are more than the specified weight limit and lawn rollers meant solely for flattening grass. The tariff numbers that help identify these items globally are 8432.41.0000, 8432.42.0000, 8432.80.0000, and several others listed. These numbers are for reference purposes only. Next Steps The duties will continue starting March 10, 2026. U.S. Customs will keep collecting cash deposits on these imports to ensure fair market competition. The Department of Commerce plans to review these duties again before March 10, 2031. This will be five years after this latest decision. Parties involved must continue to handle confidential information properly. Failure to do so can lead to penalties. This decision helps protect U.S. industries from unfair pricing practices, ensuring fair competition and supporting local businesses. 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 Oil Country Tubular Goods From the Republic of Korea: Preliminary Results of Antidumping Duty Administrative Review; 2023-2024
Preliminary Results Announced for Antidumping Review on Korean Oil Country Tubular Goods Estimated reading time: 1–7 minutes The U.S. Department of Commerce has released preliminary results for the review of antidumping duties on oil country tubular goods (OCTG) from the Republic of Korea. These products are essential pipes used in the drilling of oil and gas. The review covers the period from September 1, 2023, to August 31, 2024. The Department of Commerce found that certain OCTG from Korea were not sold in the United States at prices below normal value. This means that the products were not sold at unfairly low prices to undercut local businesses. Two companies from Korea were examined closely in this review. These companies are NEXTEEL Co., Ltd. and SeAH Steel Corporation. The Department discovered that both of these companies had a weighted-average dumping margin of zero percent. A margin of zero percent indicates that there was no dumping, or selling below cost, for these companies. For other Korean companies that were not individually reviewed, the Department set different rates. Most of these companies received a rate of 1.18 percent. However, HiSteel Co., Ltd. received a lower rate of 0.77 percent. Kumkang Kind Co., Ltd. has a much higher rate of 11.70 percent. The results are open for comments from interested parties. This means that people or businesses who have something to say about these results can share their thoughts before the final decisions are made. The final results of this review are expected to be published soon. This process is important because it ensures that all businesses have a fair chance to compete in the market. The new rules about duties will also come into effect once the final results are out. This review helps maintain fair trade practices. It also protects American producers from unfair competition. This ensures that goods are sold at fair prices, supporting companies on both sides of the trade. 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.
Pentafluoroethane (R-125) From the People’s Republic of China: Final Results of Antidumping Duty Administrative Review; 2023-2024
U.S. Finds China Exporter Violating Trade Rules Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes The U.S. Department of Commerce has released the final results of its review on the sale of a chemical from China. This review covered the period from March 1, 2023, to February 29, 2024. A company called Zhejiang Sanmei Ind. Co., Ltd., or Sanmei, was found to be selling a chemical, named pentafluoroethane or R-125, to the U.S. at unfairly low prices. This means they were selling it below what the normal price should be. An investigation started in July 2025 with preliminary results shared in the Federal Register. Important data collection was disrupted due to a U.S. government shutdown during the investigation. This required extensions on deadlines for completing the review. Sanmei has to follow the rules set by the U.S. for antidumping duties. This means Sanmei’s customers must now pay a special fee when they import R-125 from China. The new rate of this fee is 48.67%. Another company, Zhejiang Yonghe Refrigerant Co., Ltd., known as Yonghe, was considered as part of a larger group of companies based in China. This is because Yonghe couldn’t get a separate rate. The group’s rate is high—267.51%—and this rate will remain because there was no special investigation into the bigger group. The Department of Commerce keeps careful records of these investigations. They use a system called ACCESS to store information about these cases. Anyone interested in detailed information can visit their website. These findings have important effects. Now, the companies that buy R-125 from China will need to pay extra fees to bring the chemical into the U.S. This is to make sure that everyone plays fair in business and that U.S. industries are treated fairly by their overseas competitors. The U.S. plans to keep an eye on these companies in the future. This helps to ensure fair trade continues between the U.S. and other countries. It is important for businesses to remember their responsibilities to avoid getting into trouble with the law. The new rules for buying R-125 from these companies in China will start right away. Importers of this chemical must pay close attention to these changes to avoid any issues with customs. 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.
Polypropylene Corrugated Boxes From the People’s Republic of China: Antidumping Duty and Countervailing Duty Orders
U.S. Department of Commerce Announces New Trade Orders on Corrugated Boxes from China Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes Washington, D.C. – On March 16, 2026, the United States Department of Commerce issued important announcements about trade with China. The Department has decided to place new duties on certain products from China. These products are polypropylene corrugated boxes. These boxes are special because they are strong and lightweight. They are made using a special plastic called polypropylene. The government took this step after investigations showed something concerning. Some companies in China have been selling these boxes in the U.S. at unfair prices. These prices are lower than what they sell for in China. This is called “dumping” and it can hurt U.S. companies. The U.S. International Trade Commission found that this practice is hurting American businesses. As a result, the Commerce Department is issuing two types of orders. There are antidumping duty (AD) and countervailing duty (CVD) orders. Antidumping duty means the U.S. will charge extra money on these imported boxes. This makes the price fairer for U.S. businesses. Countervailing duty means there will be an extra charge on goods that are unfairly subsidized by China’s government. Subsidies are like financial help which lowers production costs in China. The orders say that U.S. Customs and Border Protection will collect these extra charges. They will collect on all such boxes entering the U.S. from China starting from March 16, 2026. For antidumping duties, they will be checking sales from August 28, 2025. They noted that imports of these boxes from China hurt U.S. industries. These new rules also state the estimated dumping margins. This is how much lower the Chinese prices are compared to fair market prices. For these boxes, the margin is 83.64 percent, which will lead to a cash deposit rate of 82.21 percent. For countervailing duties, the separate subsidy rate is set at 62.27 percent. This applies to various Chinese companies listed by the department. The decision to put these orders in place follows laws that protect U.S. industries. These laws are from the Tariff Act of 1930. The Department of Commerce wants to make sure U.S. industries are fair and competitive. The government also wants anyone interested in these developments to keep up with updates. Businesses and individuals need to check a special list. This list is called the Annual Inquiry Service List. It’s updated every year to include people who are affected or interested. This decision is part of the U.S. government’s larger efforts to ensure a fair and competitive market. It seeks to protect American jobs and industries from unfair foreign pricing practices. For more detailed information, businesses can contact Dan Alexander or Rachel Accorsi at the Department of Commerce. They are in charge of AD and CVD Operations. Their contact numbers are listed in the official announcement. 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: Final Affirmative Determination of Sales at Less Than Fair Value and Final Affirmative Determination of Critical Circumstances, in Part
Federal Register Announcement: Temporary Steel Fencing from China Sold at Less Than Fair Value Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes The U.S. Department of Commerce has made a final decision regarding temporary steel fencing imported from China. This decision comes after an extensive investigation by the International Trade Administration. The main finding is that temporary steel fencing from China has been sold in the United States at less than its fair value. This is referred to as “less than fair value” (LTFV) sales. The investigation looked at sales from July 1, 2024, to December 31, 2024. The Department of Commerce also determined that some Chinese companies sold these fences under unusual conditions called “critical circumstances.” This means that they suddenly surged imports into the U.S. under conditions that affected American businesses more than usual. The investigation involves several Chinese companies. Two were looked at closely: Shenzhou Yongao Metal Products Co., Ltd. and Shijiazhuang Sd Company Ltd. However, it was found that they didn’t qualify for separate rate status after all because of issues with verifying their information. As a result, these companies are now part of a larger group collectively referred to as the “China-wide entity.” This group is being hit with an adverse decision because of unfair practices. They now face a dumping margin of 184.27 percent, which is very high. This margin is a penalty that makes the cost of these imports much higher, discouraging the unfair pricing practices. In total, 13 other Chinese companies were investigated as well, and they showed that they deserve a different, separate rate. These companies will face a lower penalty rate of 129.70 percent. The Department of Commerce will work with the U.S. Customs and Border Protection to continue to suspend the liquidation of steel fencing imports from China. This means that these goods will not be allowed into the U.S. market at the current rates until all issues are resolved. The International Trade Commission (ITC) now has to determine if these imports harmed the U.S. industry. If the ITC agrees with the Department’s findings, then an official order will be made to impose these penalties permanently. The penalties mean that Chinese companies exporting such steel products will now need to pay a lot extra to bring their fencing products to the U.S. This action should help protect U.S. businesses from being undercut by cheaper imports. Meanwhile, all involved parties are reminded of their duties to handle confidential information carefully, making sure it is returned or destroyed when no longer needed to comply with 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.
Temporary Steel Fencing From the People’s Republic of China: Final Affirmative Countervailing Duy Determination and Final Affirmative Determination of Critical Circumstances, in Part
U.S. Department of Commerce Finds Subsidies on Chinese Steel Fencing Estimated reading time: 4 minutes The U.S. Department of Commerce has determined that producers and exporters of temporary steel fencing from China are receiving unfair subsidies. This decision comes after a detailed investigation into the matter. The period under review was from January 1, 2024, to December 31, 2024. Commerce published a preliminary finding in June 2025. After that, interested parties were invited to comment. In February 2026, a post-preliminary analysis was issued by the Department. Due to delays caused by a government shutdown, the final determination was made on March 10, 2026. The investigation focused on whether Chinese producers received financial benefits from their government. It was discovered that some companies had not followed proper procedures, leading to incorrect data. As a result, some subsidy rates were based on available facts. One company, Shijiazhuang SD, faced challenges because of errors in its reported information. The Department used adverse inferences to decide the subsidy rate for this company. The department also verified information from other companies like Hebei Minmetals. For most companies involved, the subsidy rate was determined to be over 49 percent. However, for non-responsive companies, a higher rate of nearly 179 percent was applied. These findings were crucial to ensure fair trade practices between China and the United States. Before this final decision, the Department had asked U.S. Customs to hold imports of this steel fencing. Now, with the final determination, cash deposits will be required for these imports. The decision also involves a review by the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC). If the ITC finds that these imports harm U.S. industry, duties will be permanently imposed. If not, the proceedings will be terminated, and previous deposits will be refunded. The Department aims to ensure fair competition while protecting U.S. industries from unfair practices in international trade. 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 Pasta From Italy: Final Results of Antidumping Duty Administrative Review; 2023-2024
U.S. Department of Commerce Finds Italian Pasta Sold at Less Than Normal Value Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes The U.S. Department of Commerce recently released the final results of an antidumping duty administrative review involving pasta imported from Italy. The review covered sales made in the United States from July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2024. This review was part of efforts to ensure that certain pasta products from Italy are not sold in the U.S. at prices lower than the normal value in their home market. The findings indicate that pasta from Italy was sold in the U.S. at prices less than the normal value during this period. The review involved several Italian companies, including La Molisana S.p.A. and Pastificio Lucio Garofalo S.p.A. The U.S. Department of Commerce calculated the estimated weighted-average dumping margins for these companies. La Molisana S.p.A. was assigned a dumping margin of 2.65 percent, while Pastificio Lucio Garofalo S.p.A. was assigned a dumping margin of 7.00 percent. Other non-selected companies received a weighted-average dumping margin of 5.21 percent. The department’s review process experienced delays due to a lapse in federal appropriations and a government shutdown. As a result, deadlines were extended to accommodate these disruptions. The final results were published in the Federal Register on March 16, 2026. Following the review, certain changes were made to the margin calculations for La Molisana S.p.A. and Pastificio Lucio Garofalo S.p.A., as well as the rates applied to companies not selected for individual review. Based on the final results, the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) will assess antidumping duties on the relevant entries. For companies not individually examined, the antidumping duty assessment will be based on the determined weighted-average dumping margins. Cash deposit requirements will also be updated for all shipments of Italian pasta entering the U.S. after the publication of the review’s final results. The cash deposit rates will be based on the newly established company-specific rates. This review serves as a reminder to importers of their responsibility to file a certificate regarding reimbursement of duties. It also underscores the importance of compliance with antidumping and countervailing duty rules. The U.S. Department of Commerce will continue monitoring and conducting such reviews to ensure fair trade practices and adherence to antidumping 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.
Steel Concrete Reinforcing Bar From the Republic of Türkiye: Final Results of the Expedited Second Sunset Review of the Countervailing Duty Order
U.S. Department of Commerce Reviews Steel Rebar Subsidies from Türkiye Estimated reading time: 1–7 minutes The U.S. Department of Commerce has completed its review of subsidies given to producers of steel concrete reinforcing bar, or rebar, from the Republic of Türkiye. This review is known as a “sunset review.” The report indicates that if the current duties on these imports were removed, it is likely that Türkiye would continue subsidizing its rebar at certain rates. Subsidies are financial benefits given by a government to help companies compete internationally. The duties were first put in place on November 6, 2014, because of these subsidies. The latest review is part of a regular check to see if the duties should stay. The review started on September 2, 2025, and was sped up because not enough opposing arguments were received from Türkiye. According to the Commerce Department, if the duties were removed, certain companies would still receive benefits. One such company, Icdas Celik Enerji Tersanev e Ulasim Sanayi A.S., would remain at a subsidy rate of 7.71 percent. However, another company, Habas Sinai ve Tibbi Gazlar Istihsal Endustrisi, has been excluded from these duties. All other companies will have a rate of 6.58 percent. The report confirms that keeping these duties is important to prevent unfair advantages due to continued subsidies. Commerce says these findings have been outlined in a detailed notice available through their official resources. This notice reminds everyone involved, particularly those with access to protected information, of their duty to handle it responsibly. The Department of Commerce is responsible for making sure trade laws are followed. They do this to protect U.S. industries from unfair foreign competition and to ensure international trade rules are just and balanced. This review is an effort to maintain fair trade practices and is part of Commerce’s ongoing checks to ensure foreign producers do not gain an unfair advantage over U.S. companies through government subsidies. 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.
Justice Department, Drug Enforcement Administration Briefing 2026-03-16
Justice Department, Briefing 2026-03-16 Estimated reading time: 5 minutes 1. Certification Process for State Capital Counsel Systems Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/03/16/2026-05134/certification-process-for-state-capital-counsel-systems Sub: Justice Department, Content: Chapter 154 of title 28, United States Code, provides special procedures for federal habeas corpus review of cases brought by prisoners in state custody who are under a sentence of death. The special procedures are available to States that the Attorney General has certified as having established mechanisms for the appointment, compensation, and payment of reasonable litigation expenses of competent counsel in state postconviction proceedings brought by indigent prisoners, and as providing standards of competency for the appointment of counsel in these proceedings. This rule would remove impediments to certification that chapter 154 does not authorize and would enable more prompt decisions on States' requests for certification. 2. Schedules of Controlled Substances: Temporary Placement of Bromazolam in Schedule I Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/03/16/2026-05064/schedules-of-controlled-substances-temporary-placement-of-bromazolam-in-schedule-i Sub: Justice Department, Drug Enforcement Administration Content: The Drug Enforcement Administration issues this temporary order to schedule 8-bromo-1-methyl-6-phenyl-4H- benzo[f][1,2,4]triazolo[4,3-a][l, 4]diazepine (commonly known as bromazolam), including its salts, isomers, and salts of isomers whenever the existence of such salts, isomers, and salts of isomers are possible, in schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act. DEA bases this action on a finding that placing bromazolam in schedule I is necessary to avoid an imminent hazard to public safety. This order imposes 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 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.
Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Briefing 2026-03-16
Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Briefing 2026-03-16 Estimated reading time: 5 minutes 1. Steel Concrete Reinforcing Bar From the Republic of Türkiye: Final Results of the Expedited Second Sunset Review of the Countervailing Duty Order Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/03/16/2026-05101/steel-concrete-reinforcing-bar-from-the-republic-of-trkiye-final-results-of-the-expedited-second Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) finds that revocation of the countervailing duty (CVD) order on steel concrete reinforcing bar (rebar) from the Republic of T[uuml]rkiye (T[uuml]rkiye) 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. 2. Certain Pasta From Italy: Final Results of Antidumping Duty Administrative Review; 2023-2024 Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/03/16/2026-05099/certain-pasta-from-italy-final-results-of-antidumping-duty-administrative-review-2023-2024 Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) determines that certain pasta (pasta) from Italy was sold in the United States at less than normal value during the period of review (POR), July 1, 2023, through June 30, 2024. 3. Temporary Steel Fencing From the People’s Republic of China: Final Affirmative Countervailing Duy Determination and Final Affirmative Determination of Critical Circumstances, in Part Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/03/16/2026-05005/temporary-steel-fencing-from-the-peoples-republic-of-china-final-affirmative-countervailing-duy 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 temporary steel fencing from the People's Republic of China (China). The period of investigation (POI) is January 1, 2024, through December 31, 2024. 4. Temporary Steel Fencing 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 Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/03/16/2026-05004/temporary-steel-fencing-from-the-peoples-republic-of-china-final-affirmative-determination-of-sales Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) determines that temporary steel fencing from the People's Republic of China (China) is being, or is likely to be, sold in the United States at less than fair value (LTFV). The period of investigation (POI) is July 1, 2024, through December 31, 2024. 5. Polypropylene Corrugated Boxes From the People’s Republic of China: Antidumping Duty and Countervailing Duty Orders Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/03/16/2026-05003/polypropylene-corrugated-boxes-from-the-peoples-republic-of-china-antidumping-duty-and 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 polypropylene corrugated boxes (corrugated boxes) from the People's Republic of China (China). 6. Pentafluoroethane (R-125) From the People’s Republic of China: Final Results of Antidumping Duty Administrative Review; 2023-2024 Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/03/16/2026-05002/pentafluoroethane-r-125-from-the-peoples-republic-of-china-final-results-of-antidumping-duty Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) determines that Zhejiang Sanmei Ind. Co., Ltd (Sanmei), an exporter of pentafluoroethane (R-125) from the People's Republic of China, sold subject merchandise to the United States at prices below normal value during the period of review (POR) March 1, 2023, through February 29, 2024. Additionally, Commerce continues to determine that Zhejiang Yonghe Refrigerant Co., Ltd (Yonghe) is not eligible for a separate rate and therefore is part of the China-wide entity. 7. Certain Oil Country Tubular Goods From the Republic of Korea: Preliminary Results of Antidumping Duty Administrative Review; 2023-2024 Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/03/16/2026-05001/certain-oil-country-tubular-goods-from-the-republic-of-korea-preliminary-results-of-antidumping-duty Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) preliminarily finds that certain oil country tubular goods (OCTG) from the Republic of Korea (Korea) were not sold in the United States at prices below normal value. The period of review (POR) is September 1, 2023, through August 31, 2024. Interested parties are invited to comment on these preliminary results. 8. Tow-Behind Lawn Groomers and Certain Parts Thereof From the People’s Republic of China: Continuation of Antidumping Duty Order Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/03/16/2026-05000/tow-behind-lawn-groomers-and-certain-parts-thereof-from-the-peoples-republic-of-china-continuation 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) order on tow-behind lawn groomers and certain parts thereof (lawn groomers) from the People's Republic of China (China) would likely lead to the continuation or recurrence of dumping and material injury to an industry in the United States, Commerce is publishing a notice of continuation of this AD order. 9. Oil Country Tubular Goods From Socialist Republic of Vietnam: Preliminary Results and Rescission, in Part, of Antidumping Duty Administrative Review; 2023-2024 Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/03/16/2026-04995/oil-country-tubular-goods-from-socialist-republic-of-vietnam-preliminary-results-and-rescission-in Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) preliminarily finds that producers and/or exporters subject to this administrative review made sales of subject merchandise at less than normal value (NV) during the period of review (POR) September 1, 2023, through August 31, 2024. Commerce is also rescinding this review, in part, with respect to two companies. 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. 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How to Set Up a 100% Foreign-Owned Company (WFOE) in China: A Complete One-Stop Guide
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US Highlights 2026-03-05
US–China Trade Daily Highlights | 2026-03-05 1) Executive Summary Two China-related trade remedy developments were published today, both by the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC). Each concerns Section 337 investigations under the Tariff Act of 1930. The first involves a complaint about display devices and streaming components naming multiple Chinese respondents, while the second announces the institution of an investigation regarding gyro‑stabilized electric unicycles allegedly infringing U.S. patents. Policy tools featured today include limited and general exclusion orders, and cease‑and‑desist orders, alongside solicitations for public interest comments. 2) Updates by Authority INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION (ITC – U.S. International Trade Commission) Display Devices and Streaming Players — ITC_337 (Notice of Receipt of Complaint and Solicitation of Public Interest Comments) The ITC received a complaint titled Certain Display Devices, Streaming Players, and Components Thereof (Docket No. 3891), filed by InnoTV Labs, LLC on March 2, 2026. The filing alleges Section 337 violations in the importation, sale for importation, and sale after importation of display and streaming products by multiple parties, including Hisense Co., Ltd. and Purple Tag Media Technology (Shanghai) Ltd. The Commission invites comments addressing potential public interest issues associated with any requested remedial orders. Authority: U.S. International Trade Commission Policy Type: ITC_337 Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY China Indicator: EXPLICIT Key Identifiers: Docket No. 3891; Federal Register Doc. 2026‑04381 Key Dates: Complaint filed March 2, 2026; public comments due within 8 calendar days of publication (March 5, 2026). Requested Relief: Limited exclusion order, cease‑and‑desist orders, and bond during Presidential review period. Link: Federal Register Notice – Display Devices, Streaming Players, and Components Gyro-Stabilized Electric Unicycles — ITC_337 (Institution of Investigation) The ITC instituted Investigation No. 337‑TA‑1488 concerning Certain Gyro‑Stabilized Electric Unicycles and Components Thereof and Products Containing the Same. The action follows a complaint by Inventist, Inc. and Alien Technology Group, Inc., alleging infringement of claims in U.S. Patent No. 8,807,250 and Design Patent No. D729,698. The investigation involves several Chinese companies, including Guangzhou Veteran Intelligent Technology, Dong Guan BEGODE Intelligent Technology, Inmotion Technologies, Shenzhen King Song Intelligence Technology, and Guangzhou JiDongTai Intelligent Equipment. Authority: U.S. International Trade Commission Policy Type: ITC_337 Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY China Indicator: EXPLICIT Key Identifiers: Investigation No. 337‑TA‑1488; Federal Register Doc. 2026‑04347 Key Dates: Complaint filed January 21, 2026; amended February 2, 2026; second amended February 17, 2026; investigation instituted March 2, 2026. Requested Relief: General or limited exclusion order; cease‑and‑desist orders. Link: Federal Register Notice – Gyro‑Stabilized Electric Unicycles 3) Key Takeaways (Factual) The ITC issued two Section 337 notices involving alleged patent and import violations connected to Chinese entities. One investigation concerns electric unicycles and implicates multiple manufacturers in southern China. The other proceeding involves display devices and streaming components with named respondents including Hisense and Purple Tag Media Technology. Both notices seek public input and request potential exclusion and cease‑and‑desist remedies. The actions reflect parallel early‑stage Section 337 processes: one at complaint receipt and another at investigation institution. 4) Full Source Links (Index) Display Devices, Streaming Players, and Components – Public Interest Comments Gyro‑Stabilized Electric Unicycles – Institution of Investigation 5) Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected and summarized from publicly available U.S. government materials, including the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content presented is not an official government publication and does not represent the views of any U.S. government authority. This article is provided for informational and research purposes only and does not constitute legal advice, compliance advice, or recommendations for any specific entity or transaction. Readers should refer to the original official documents and consult qualified professionals before making decisions based on this information.
Certain Gyro-Stabilized Electric Unicycles and Components Thereof and Products Containing the Same; Institution of Investigation
U.S. ITC Begins Investigation Into Gyro-Stabilized Electric Unicycles Estimated reading time: 2-4 minutes The U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) has announced the start of an investigation into certain gyro-stabilized electric unicycles. The investigation was initiated after a complaint was filed on January 21, 2026. The complaint came from two companies: Inventist, Inc. from Camas, Washington, and Alien Technology Group, Inc., which is also called Alien Rides, from San Francisco, California. The complaint claims that certain electric unicycles and their parts are being imported into the United States in ways that infringe on U.S. Patent No. 8,807,250 and the claim of U.S. Patent No. D729,698. The companies argue that these actions are against section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930. They also claim that an industry for these products exists or is developing in the United States. The complainants have requested that the Commission carry out an investigation and, following this, issue orders to stop the continued importation of these products. They specifically seek a general exclusion order, a limited exclusion order, and cease and desist orders. The U.S. International Trade Commission reviewed the complaint and decided on March 2, 2026, to institute the investigation. The aim is to determine if there is a violation of the Tariff Act concerning the accused products, which include self-balancing electric unicycles. The companies accused of violating the section 337 are based in China. They include Guangzhou Veteran Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd., Dong Guan BEGODE Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd., Inmotion Technologies Co., Ltd., Shenzhen King Song Intelligence Technology Co., Ltd., and Guangzhou JiDongTai Intelligent Equipment Co., Ltd. The parties involved must respond to the complaint as per the Commission’s rules. They have 20 days from when they receive the notification to submit their response. If they fail to respond in time, they may lose their right to dispute the complaint, leading to possible exclusion orders against them. The ITC will oversee this investigation with the Chief Administrative Law Judge assigning a presiding Administrative Law Judge to the case. The progression of this investigation will depend on responses and findings related to the alleged patent infringements. 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 Receipt of Complaint; Solicitation of Comments Relating to the Public Interest
U.S. International Trade Commission Receives Complaint from InnoTV Labs Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes The U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) has announced a new complaint. This complaint is about certain display devices, streaming players, and parts of these products. It is titled “Certain Display Devices, Streaming Players, and Components Thereof,” with docket number 3891. The USITC is asking for comments from the public. They want to know if this complaint could affect the public. They want opinions on the complaint from InnoTV Labs, LLC. They are interested in knowing if the complaint might affect health and welfare in the U.S. They want to know if it will change how the U.S. economy works. They are also wondering if it will affect U.S. consumers. The companies mentioned in the complaint are from several countries. Some are from China. These include Hisense Co., Ltd., Hisense International Co., Ltd., and Hisense Visual Technology Co., Ltd. Other companies are Hisense USA Corporation and Hisense Electronics Manufacturing Company of America, both in Suwanee, Georgia. Additionally, it includes Hisense Monterrey Home Appliance Manufacturing in Mexico. Roku, Inc., located in San Jose, California, is also named. Purple Tag Media Technology has branches in Shanghai and Shenzhen, China, and Purple Tag Mexico, S.A. de C.V., in Mexico. InnoTV Labs desires a limited exclusion order and cease and desist orders. They also want a bond during the 60-day review period by the President. This is according to 19 U.S.C. 1337(j). The USITC wants comments on public interest issues about the requested orders. Questions include how these products are used in the U.S. Another question is if there are U.S.-made products that can replace these devices if they are banned. Also, the USITC wants to know if companies can quickly make enough products to replace those potentially banned. Comments must be sent in within eight calendar days of this notice. InnoTV Labs can reply to these comments three days after this period. Written comments should be no more than five pages long. They can only send electronic documents through the USITC’s Electronic Document Information System (EDIS). If someone wants to send confidential information, they must ask the USITC. These requests should be detailed. All the non-confidential information will be available for public view at the USITC Office and on EDIS. The notice was issued by Lisa Barton, Secretary to the Commission, on March 2, 2026. 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.
Justice Department Briefing 2026-03-05
Justice Department, Briefing 2026-03-05 Estimated reading time: 5 minutes 1. Review of State Bar Complaints and Allegations Against Department of Justice Attorneys Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/03/05/2026-04390/review-of-state-bar-complaints-and-allegations-against-department-of-justice-attorneys Sub: Justice Department Content: The Department of Justice (“Department”) proposes to establish a process for reviewing bar complaints and allegations against its attorneys. Under the proposed rule, before a current or former Department lawyer may participate in any investigative steps initiated by the bar disciplinary authority of a State, Territory, or the District of Columbia in response to allegations that a current or former Department attorney violated an ethics rule while engaging in that attorney’s federal duties, the Department will have the right to review the allegations in the first instance and shall request that the bar disciplinary authority suspend any parallel investigations until the completion of the Department’s review. 2. Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposed Collection eComments Requested; Revision of a Previously Approved Collection; Title-Request To Be Included on the List of Pro Bono Legal Service Providers for Individuals in Immigration Proceedings (Form EOIR-56) Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/03/05/2026-04332/agency-information-collection-activities-proposed-collection-ecomments-requested-revision-of-a Sub: Justice Department Content: The Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR) at the Department of Justice (DOJ) will be submitting the following information collection request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and approval in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. 3. Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposed Collection eComments Requested; Extension of a Previously Approved Collection; Title-Change of Address/Contact Information Form Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/03/05/2026-04330/agency-information-collection-activities-proposed-collection-ecomments-requested-extension-of-a Sub: Justice Department Content: In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction of 1995 (PRA), the Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR), Department of Justice (DOJ), requested the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) conduct an emergency review and approval of a revision to a currently approved collection of information. EOIR requested and OMB granted emergency approval on March 2, 2026, authorizing the revised collection through July 31, 2026. EOIR is providing the public with an opportunity to comment on the proposed collection. 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.
International Trade Commission Briefing 2026-03-05
International Trade Commission Briefing 2026-03-05 Estimated reading time: 5 minutes 1. Notice of Receipt of Complaint; Solicitation of Comments Relating to the Public Interest Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/03/05/2026-04381/notice-of-receipt-of-complaint-solicitation-of-comments-relating-to-the-public-interest Sub: International Trade Commission Content: Notice is hereby given that the U.S. International Trade Commission has received a complaint entitled Certain Display Devices, Streaming Players, and Components Thereof, DN 3891; the Commission is soliciting comments on any public interest issues raised by the complaint or complainant's filing pursuant to the Commission's Rules of Practice and Procedure. 2. Certain Gyro-Stabilized Electric Unicycles and Components Thereof and Products Containing the Same; Institution of Investigation Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/03/05/2026-04347/certain-gyro-stabilized-electric-unicycles-and-components-thereof-and-products-containing-the-same Sub: International Trade Commission Content: Notice is hereby given that a complaint was filed with the U.S. International Trade Commission on January 21, 2026, under section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930, as amended, on behalf of Inventist, Inc. of Camas, Washington, and Alien Technology Group, Inc. d/b/a Alien Rides of San Francisco, California. An amended complaint was filed on February 2, 2026. A second amended complaint was filed on February 17, 2026. The complaint, as amended, 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 gyro-stabilized electric unicycles and components thereof and products containing the same by reason of the infringement of certain claims of U.S. Patent No. 8,807,250 ("the '250 patent") and the claim of U.S. Patent No. D729,698 ("the '698 patent"). The complaint, as amended, further alleges that an industry in the United States exists or is in the process of being established 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.
Notice of Receipt of Complaint; Solicitation of Comments Relating to the Public Interest
U.S. International Trade Commission Receives a Complaint About Certain Display Devices Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes The U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) has received a complaint from InnoTV Labs, LLC. The complaint was filed on March 2, 2026. It involves display devices, streaming players, and parts of these products. The complaint claims there are violations of section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930. This involves importing these items into the United States. It also covers selling them for import and selling them inside the United States after importing them. The complaint names several companies as respondents. These include Hisense Co., Ltd. of China, Hisense USA Corporation of Suwanee, GA, Roku, Inc. of San Jose, CA, and others. The complaint asks for a limited exclusion order and cease and desist orders. It also wants a bond on the respondents’ products during a 60-day Presidential review period. The ITC is asking for public comments on this issue. They want to know if the requested orders will affect public health and welfare. They also want to know if these orders will affect the U.S. economy or U.S. consumers. The ITC is interested in whether other companies can produce similar products in the U.S. if the items in question are excluded. The comments should be written and submitted within eight days after this notice is published in the Federal Register. Replies to these comments can be submitted three days after the initial submissions. Submissions are limited to five pages in length. Only electronic filings will be accepted. No paper copies will be accepted during this time. Details on how to file electronically can be found on the ITC’s Electronic Document Information System (EDIS). People submitting documents to the ITC can ask for confidential treatment. They must explain why the information should be kept confidential. Non-confidential information will be available for public inspection. This action follows the authority of section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930, as changed over time. This involves specified sections of the ITC’s own rules. Lisa Barton, Secretary to the Commission, issued the notice on March 2, 2026. The formal document was filed on March 4, 2026. For more details, contact Lisa R. Barton at the U.S. International Trade Commission. Further information about the commission can be found online at www.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.
Justice Department Briefing 2026-03-05
Justice Department, Briefing 2026-03-05 Estimated reading time: 5 minutes 1. Review of State Bar Complaints and Allegations Against Department of Justice Attorneys Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/03/05/2026-04390/review-of-state-bar-complaints-and-allegations-against-department-of-justice-attorneys Sub: Justice Department Content: The Department of Justice ("Department") proposes to establish a process for reviewing bar complaints and allegations against its attorneys. Under the proposed rule, before a current or former Department lawyer may participate in any investigative steps initiated by the bar disciplinary authority of a State, Territory, or the District of Columbia in response to allegations that a current or former Department attorney violated an ethics rule while engaging in that attorney's federal duties, the Department will have the right to review the allegations in the first instance and shall request that the bar disciplinary authority suspend any parallel investigations until the completion of the Department's review. 2. Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposed Collection eComments Requested; Revision of a Previously Approved Collection; Title-Request To Be Included on the List of Pro Bono Legal Service Providers for Individuals in Immigration Proceedings (Form EOIR-56) Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/03/05/2026-04332/agency-information-collection-activities-proposed-collection-ecomments-requested-revision-of-a Sub: Justice Department Content: The Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR) at the Department of Justice (DOJ) will be submitting the following information collection request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and approval in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. 3. Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposed Collection eComments Requested; Extension of a Previously Approved Collection; Title-Change of Address/Contact Information Form Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/03/05/2026-04330/agency-information-collection-activities-proposed-collection-ecomments-requested-extension-of-a Sub: Justice Department Content: In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction of 1995 (PRA), the Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR), Department of Justice (DOJ), requested the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) conduct an emergency review and approval of a revision to a currently approved collection of information. EOIR requested and OMB granted emergency approval on March 2, 2026, authorizing the revised collection through July 31, 2026. EOIR is providing the public with an opportunity to comment on the proposed collection. 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.
International Trade Commission Briefing 2026-03-05
International Trade Commission Briefing 2026-03-05 Estimated reading time: 5 minutes 1. Notice of Receipt of Complaint; Solicitation of Comments Relating to the Public Interest Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/03/05/2026-04381/notice-of-receipt-of-complaint-solicitation-of-comments-relating-to-the-public-interest Sub: International Trade Commission Content: Notice is hereby given that the U.S. International Trade Commission has received a complaint entitled Certain Display Devices, Streaming Players, and Components Thereof, DN 3891; the Commission is soliciting comments on any public interest issues raised by the complaint or complainant's filing pursuant to the Commission's Rules of Practice and Procedure. 2. Certain Gyro-Stabilized Electric Unicycles and Components Thereof and Products Containing the Same; Institution of Investigation Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/03/05/2026-04347/certain-gyro-stabilized-electric-unicycles-and-components-thereof-and-products-containing-the-same Sub: International Trade Commission Content: Notice is hereby given that a complaint was filed with the U.S. International Trade Commission on January 21, 2026, under section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930, as amended, on behalf of Inventist, Inc. of Camas, Washington, and Alien Technology Group, Inc. d/b/a Alien Rides of San Francisco, California. An amended complaint was filed on February 2, 2026. A second amended complaint was filed on February 17, 2026. The complaint, as amended, 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 gyro-stabilized electric unicycles and components thereof and products containing the same by reason of the infringement of certain claims of U.S. Patent No. 8,807,250 ("the '250 patent") and the claim of U.S. Patent No. D729,698 ("the '698 patent"). The complaint, as amended, further alleges that an industry in the United States exists or is in the process of being established 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.
Justice Department, Drug Enforcement Administration Briefing 2026-03-04
Justice Department, Drug Enforcement Administration Briefing 2026-03-04 Estimated reading time: 5 minutes 1. Importer of Controlled Substances Application: Parexel International, LLC Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/03/04/2026-04308/importer-of-controlled-substances-application-parexel-international-llc Sub: Justice Department, Drug Enforcement Administration Content: Parexel International, LLC 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. Importer of Controlled Substances Application: Maridose LLC Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/03/04/2026-04307/importer-of-controlled-substances-application-maridose-llc Sub: Justice Department, Drug Enforcement Administration Content: Maridose LLC 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. 3. Bulk Manufacturer of Controlled Substances Application: Restek Corporation Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/03/04/2026-04306/bulk-manufacturer-of-controlled-substances-application-restek-corporation Sub: Justice Department, Drug Enforcement Administration Content: Restek Corporation 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: Patheon API Inc. Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/03/04/2026-04305/importer-of-controlled-substances-application-patheon-api-inc Sub: Justice Department, Drug Enforcement Administration Content: Patheon API Inc. 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. Importer of Controlled Substances Application: Stepan Company Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/03/04/2026-04303/importer-of-controlled-substances-application-stepan-company Sub: Justice Department, Drug Enforcement Administration Content: Stepan Company 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. 6. Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposed eCollection eComments Requested; New Collection; Corporate Whistleblower Awards Pilot Program Online Intake Portal Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/03/04/2026-04300/agency-information-collection-activities-proposed-ecollection-ecomments-requested-new-collection Sub: Justice Department Content: The Criminal Division, Department of Justice (DOJ), will be submitting the following information collection request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and approval in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. 7. Importer of Controlled Substances Application: Restek Corporation Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/03/04/2026-04299/importer-of-controlled-substances-application-restek-corporation Sub: Justice Department, Drug Enforcement Administration Content: Restek Corporation 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. 8. Importer of Controlled Substances Application: Catalent Greenville, Inc. Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/03/04/2026-04296/importer-of-controlled-substances-application-catalent-greenville-inc Sub: Justice Department, Drug Enforcement Administration Content: Catalent Greenville, Inc. 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. 9. Importer of Controlled Substances Application: Amneal Pharmaceuticals, LLC Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/03/04/2026-04289/importer-of-controlled-substances-application-amneal-pharmaceuticals-llc Sub: Justice Department, Drug Enforcement Administration Content: Amneal Pharmaceuticals, LLC 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. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.
Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Briefing 2026-03-04
Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Briefing 2026-03-04 Estimated reading time: 5 minutes 1. Glycine From the People’s Republic of China: Notice of Final Results of Antidumping Duty Changed Circumstances Review Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/03/04/2026-04323/glycine-from-the-peoples-republic-of-china-notice-of-final-results-of-antidumping-duty-changed Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) determines, in the context of this changed circumstances review (CCR) of the antidumping duty (AD) order on glycine from the People’s Republic of China (China), that Salvi Chemical Industries Ltd. (Salvi) is ineligible to participate in the importer certification process because Salvi failed to demonstrate that it no longer uses Chinese-origin glycine in its production process and failed to demonstrate that it maintains its books and records to accurately document the origin of the in-scope materials entering its inventory which are used to process glycine. As a result, glycine produced, processed, or exported by Salvi continues to be subject to the AD order on glycine from China. 2. Certain Carbon and Alloy Steel Cut-to-Length Plate From the Federal Republic of Germany: Final Results of Antidumping Duty Administrative Review; 2023-2024 Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/03/04/2026-04285/certain-carbon-and-alloy-steel-cut-to-length-plate-from-the-federal-republic-of-germany-final Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) determines that certain carbon and alloy steel cut-to-length plate (CTL plate) from the Federal Republic of Germany (Germany) was not sold in the United States at less than normal value during the period of review (POR) May 1, 2023, through April 30, 2024. 3. Overhead Door Counterbalance Torsion Springs From India: Antidumping Duty and Countervailing Duty Orders Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/03/04/2026-04223/overhead-door-counterbalance-torsion-springs-from-india-antidumping-duty-and-countervailing-duty 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 overhead door counterbalance torsion springs (overhead door springs) from India. 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.
Trade Representative, Office of United States Briefing 2026-03-04
Trade Representative, Office of United States Briefing 2026-03-04 Estimated reading time: 5 minutes 1. Notice of Continuation and Request for Nominations for the Trade and Environment Policy Advisory Committee Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/03/04/2026-04246/notice-of-continuation-and-request-for-nominations-for-the-trade-and-environment-policy-advisory Sub: Trade Representative, Office of United States Content: The Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR), pursuant to Section 135 of the Trade Act of 1974 (19 U.S.C. 2155(c)(1)) as amended, and the Federal Advisory Committee Act (5 U.S.C. App. II), expects to establish a new two-year charter term and is accepting applications from qualified individuals interested in serving as a member of the Trade and Environment Policy Advisory Committee (TEPAC). The TEPAC is a trade advisory committee that provides general policy advice and guidance to the U.S. Trade Representative on trade policy matters that have a significant impact on the environment. 2. Notice of Continuation and Request for Nominations for the Intergovernmental Policy Advisory Committee on Trade Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/03/04/2026-04245/notice-of-continuation-and-request-for-nominations-for-the-intergovernmental-policy-advisory Sub: Trade Representative, Office of United States Content: The Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) expects to establish a new four-year charter term and is accepting applications from qualified individuals interested in serving as a member of the Intergovernmental Policy Advisory Committee on Trade (IGPAC). The IGPAC is a trade advisory committee that provides general policy advice and guidance to the U.S. Trade Representative on trade policy and development matters that have a significant impact on the affairs of U.S. state and local governments. 3. Notice of Continuation and Request for Nominations for the Trade Advisory Committee on Africa Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/03/04/2026-04243/notice-of-continuation-and-request-for-nominations-for-the-trade-advisory-committee-on-africa Sub: Trade Representative, Office of United States Content: The Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) expects to establish a new four-year charter term and is accepting applications from qualified individuals interested in serving as a member of the Trade Advisory Committee on Africa (TACA). The TACA is a trade advisory committee that provides general policy advice and guidance to the U.S. Trade Representative on trade policy and development matters that have a significant impact on the countries of sub-Saharan Africa. 4. Notice of Continuation and Request for Nominations for the Advisory Committee for Trade Policy and Negotiations Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/03/04/2026-04242/notice-of-continuation-and-request-for-nominations-for-the-advisory-committee-for-trade-policy-and Sub: Trade Representative, Office of United States Content: The Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR), pursuant to section 4(d) of Executive Order 11846 of March 27, 1975, section 135(b) of the Trade Act of 1974 (19 U.S.C. 2155(c)(1)) as amended, and the Federal Advisory Committee Act (5 U.S.C. App. II), expects to establish a new four-year charter term and is accepting applications from qualified individuals interested in serving as a member of the Advisory Committee for Trade Policy and Negotiations (ACTPN). The ACTPN is a trade advisory committee that provides general policy advice and guidance to the U.S. Trade Representative on trade policy. 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.
International Trade Commission Briefing 2026-03-04
International Trade Commission Briefing 2026-03-04 Estimated reading time: 5 minutes 1. Notice of Receipt of Complaint; Solicitation of Comments Relating to the Public Interest Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/03/04/2026-04236/notice-of-receipt-of-complaint-solicitation-of-comments-relating-to-the-public-interest Sub: International Trade Commission Content: Notice is hereby given that the U.S. International Trade Commission has received a complaint entitled Certain Pertuzumab Biosimilars, Including Those Made by Certain Methods of Manufacturing, the Active Ingredient Thereof, and Products Containing the Same, DN 3890; the Commission is soliciting comments on any public interest issues raised by the complaint or complainant's filing pursuant to the Commission's Rules of Practice and Procedure. 2. Certain Magnetoresistive Random Access Memory (MRAM) Devices, Products Containing Same and Components Thereof; Notice of Institution of Investigation Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/03/04/2026-04215/certain-magnetoresistive-random-access-memory-mram-devices-products-containing-same-and-components Sub: International Trade Commission Content: Notice is hereby given that a complaint was filed with the U.S. International Trade Commission on January 28, 2026, under section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930, as amended, on behalf of Avalanche Technology, Inc. of Fremont, California. An amended complaint was filed on February 5, 2026. The amended 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 magnetoresistive random access memory (MRAM) devices, products containing same and components thereof by reason of the infringement of certain claims of U.S. Patent No. 9,318,179 ("the '179 patent"); U.S. Patent No. 9,419,210 ("the '210 patent"); U.S. Patent No. 11,678,586 ("the '586 patent"); and U.S. Patent No. 10,490,737 ("the '737 patent"). The amended complaint 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 a cease and desist order. 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.
Judicial Conference of the United States Briefing 2026-03-03
Judicial Conference of the United States Briefing 2026-03-03 Estimated reading time: 5 minutes 1. Committee on Rules of Practice and Procedure; Meeting of the Judicial Conference Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/03/03/2026-04176/committee-on-rules-of-practice-and-procedure-meeting-of-the-judicial-conference Sub: Judicial Conference of the United States Content: The Committee on Rules of Practice and Procedure will hold an in-person meeting in hybrid format with remote attendance options on June 3, 2026 and June 4, 2026 in Washington, DC. The meeting is open to the public for observation but not participation. Please see the Supplementary Information section in this notice for instructions on observing the meeting. 2. Advisory Committee on Evidence Rules; Meeting of the Judicial Conference Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/03/03/2026-04175/advisory-committee-on-evidence-rules-meeting-of-the-judicial-conference Sub: Judicial Conference of the United States Content: The Advisory Committee on Evidence Rules will hold an in- person meeting in hybrid format with remote attendance options on May 7, 2026 in Washington, DC. The meeting is open to the public for observation but not participation. Please see the Supplementary Information section in this notice for instructions on observing the meeting. 3. Advisory Committee on Civil Rules; Meeting of the Judicial Conference Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/03/03/2026-04174/advisory-committee-on-civil-rules-meeting-of-the-judicial-conference Sub: Judicial Conference of the United States Content: The Advisory Committee on Civil Rules will hold an in-person meeting in hybrid format with remote attendance options on April 14, 2026 in Charlotte, NC. The meeting is open to the public for observation but not participation. Please see the Supplementary Information section in this notice for instructions on observing the meeting. 4. Advisory Committee on Criminal Rules; Meeting of the Judicial Conference Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/03/03/2026-04173/advisory-committee-on-criminal-rules-meeting-of-the-judicial-conference Sub: Judicial Conference of the United States Content: The Advisory Committee on Criminal Rules will hold an in- person meeting in hybrid format with remote attendance options on April 29, 2026 in Washington, DC. The meeting is open to the public for observation but not participation. Please see the SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION section in this notice for instructions on observing the meeting. 5. Advisory Committee on Bankruptcy Rules; Meeting of the Judicial Conference Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/03/03/2026-04172/advisory-committee-on-bankruptcy-rules-meeting-of-the-judicial-conference Sub: Judicial Conference of the United States Content: The Advisory Committee on Bankruptcy Rules will hold an in- person meeting in hybrid format with remote attendance options on April 15, 2026 in Charlotte, NC. The meeting is open to the public for observation but not participation. Please see the Supplementary Information section in this notice for instructions on observing the meeting. 6. Advisory Committee on Appellate Rules; Meeting of the Judicial Conference Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/03/03/2026-04171/advisory-committee-on-appellate-rules-meeting-of-the-judicial-conference Sub: Judicial Conference of the United States Content: The Advisory Committee on Appellate Rules will hold an in- person meeting in hybrid format with remote attendance options on April 16, 2026 in Charlotte, NC. The meeting is open to the public for observation but not participation. Please see the Supplementary Information section in this notice for instructions on observing the meeting. 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.
International Trade Commission Briefing 2026-03-03
International Trade Commission Briefing 2026-03-03 Estimated reading time: 5 minutes 1. Ferrovanadium From China and South Africa; Determinations Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/03/03/2026-04160/ferrovanadium-from-china-and-south-africa-determinations Sub: International Trade Commission 2. Notice of Receipt of Complaint; Solicitation of Comments Relating to the Public Interest Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/03/03/2026-04158/notice-of-receipt-of-complaint-solicitation-of-comments-relating-to-the-public-interest Sub: International Trade Commission Content: Notice is hereby given that the U.S. International Trade Commission has received a complaint entitled Certain Video-Capable Electronic Devices, Including Smart Televisions, Monitors, and Components Thereof, DN 3889; the Commission is soliciting comments on any public interest issues raised by the complaint or complainant’s filing pursuant to the Commission’s Rules of Practice and Procedure. 3. Certain Cameras, Camera Systems, and Accessories Used Therewith; Notice of the Commission’s Final Determination Finding a Violation of Section 337; Issuance of Remedial Orders; Termination of the Investigation Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/03/03/2026-04156/certain-cameras-camera-systems-and-accessories-used-therewith-notice-of-the-commissions-final Sub: International Trade Commission Content: Notice is hereby given that the U.S. International Trade Commission has determined to find a violation of section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930, as amended, with respect to U.S. Design Patent No. D789,435 (“the D’435 patent”) in the above-captioned investigation, and to find no violation of section 337 for U.S. Patent Nos. 10,958,840 (“the ‘840 patent”) and 10,529,052 (“the ‘052 patent”). The Commission has determined that the appropriate remedy is the issuance of a limited exclusion order (“LEO”) and a cease and desist order (“CDO”). The investigation is hereby terminated. 4. Certain Disposable and Other Closed-System Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems (Ends) Devices and Components Thereof; Notice of Institution of Investigation Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/03/03/2026-04152/certain-disposable-and-other-closed-system-electronic-nicotine-delivery-systems-ends-devices-and Sub: International Trade Commission Content: Notice is hereby given that a complaint was filed with the U.S. International Trade Commission on January 13, 2026, under section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930, as amended, on behalf of R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Company of Winston-Salem, North Carolina; R.J. Reynolds Vapor Company of Winston-Salem, North Carolina; RAI Services Company of Winston-Salem, North Carolina; and Reynolds Marketing Services Company of Winston-Salem, North Carolina. A supplement was filed on February 3, 2026. The complaint, as supplemented, alleges violations of section 337 based upon the importation into the United States and the sale of certain disposable and other closed-system electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS) devices and components thereof by reason of unfair methods of competition and unfair acts based on (1) violations of the Prevent All Cigarette Trafficking Act (“PACT Act”), 15 U.S.C. 375 et seq., (2) violations of state and/or local flavor bans, (3) violations of state directory requirements, and (4) non-compliance with state and/or local excise taxes, the threat or effect of which is to destroy or substantially injure an industry in the United States. 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.
Treasury Department, Foreign Assets Control Office Briefing 2026-03-02
Treasury Department, Foreign Assets Control Office Briefing 2026-03-02 Estimated reading time: 5 minutes 1. Notice of OFAC Sanctions Action Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/03/02/2026-04102/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 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. 2. Publication of Venezuela Sanctions Regulations Web General License 5T Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/03/02/2026-04093/publication-of-venezuela-sanctions-regulations-web-general-license-5t Sub: Treasury Department, Foreign Assets Control Office Content: The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is publishing a general license (GL) issued pursuant to the Venezuela Sanctions Regulations: GL 5T, which was previously made available on OFAC's website. 3. Publication of a Belarus Sanctions Regulations Web General License (GL 13) Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/03/02/2026-04092/publication-of-a-belarus-sanctions-regulations-web-general-license Sub: Treasury Department, Foreign Assets Control Office Content: The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is publishing a general license (GL) issued pursuant to the Belarus Sanctions Regulations: GL 13. This GL was previously made available on OFAC's website. 4. Publication of a Belarus Sanctions Regulations Web General License (GL 12) Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/03/02/2026-04091/publication-of-a-belarus-sanctions-regulations-web-general-license Sub: Treasury Department, Foreign Assets Control Office Content: The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is publishing a general license (GL) issued pursuant to the Belarus Sanctions Regulations: GL 12. This GL was previously made available on OFAC's website. 5. Publication of Russian Harmful Foreign Activities Sanctions Regulations Web General Licenses 124B, 128A, 130, and 131 Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/03/02/2026-04090/publication-of-russian-harmful-foreign-activities-sanctions-regulations-web-general-licenses-124b Sub: Treasury Department, Foreign Assets Control Office Content: The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is publishing four general licenses (GLs) issued pursuant to the Russian Harmful Foreign Activities Sanctions Regulations: GLs 124B, 128A, 130, and 131, each of which was previously made available on OFAC's website. 6. Publication of Russian Harmful Foreign Activities Sanctions Regulations Web General Licenses 124A, 126, 127, and 128 Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/03/02/2026-04087/publication-of-russian-harmful-foreign-activities-sanctions-regulations-web-general-licenses-124a Sub: Treasury Department, Foreign Assets Control Office Content: The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is publishing four general licenses (GLs) issued pursuant to the Russian Harmful Foreign Activities Sanctions Regulations: GLs 124A, 126, 127, and 128, each of which was previously made available on OFAC's website. 7. Publication of Russian Harmful Foreign Activities Sanctions Regulations Web General License 128B Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/03/02/2026-04086/publication-of-russian-harmful-foreign-activities-sanctions-regulations-web-general-license-128b Sub: Treasury Department, Foreign Assets Control Office Content: The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is publishing a general license (GL) issued pursuant to the Russian Harmful Foreign Activities Sanctions Regulations: GL 128B, which was previously made available on OFAC's website. 8. Publication of Russian Harmful Foreign Activities Sanctions Regulations and Web General License 131A Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/03/02/2026-04085/publication-of-russian-harmful-foreign-activities-sanctions-regulations-and-web-general-license-131a Sub: Treasury Department, Foreign Assets Control Office Content: The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is publishing a general license (GL) issued pursuant to the Russian Harmful Foreign Activities Sanctions Regulations: GL 131A, which was previously made available on OFAC's website. 9. Publication of Russian Harmful Foreign Activities Sanctions Regulations Web General License 131B Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/03/02/2026-04083/publication-of-russian-harmful-foreign-activities-sanctions-regulations-web-general-license-131b Sub: Treasury Department, Foreign Assets Control Office Content: The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is publishing a general license (GL) issued pursuant to the Russian Harmful Foreign Activities Sanctions Regulations: GL 131B, which was previously made available on OFAC's website. 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.
Justice Department, Drug Enforcement Administration Briefing 2026-03-02
Justice Department Regulatory Updates – March 2, 2026 Estimated reading time: 5 minutes 1. Office of the Chief Administrative Hearing Officer Electronic Filing Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/03/02/2026-04136/office-of-the-chief-administrative-hearing-officer-electronic-filing Sub: Justice Department, Executive Office for Immigration Review Content: The Executive Office for Immigration Review ("EOIR") is implementing electronic filing and records applications for all cases before the Office of the Chief Administrative Hearing Officer ("OCAHO"). This interim final rule ("IFR") updates the relevant regulations necessary to implement these electronic filing and records applications, including by requiring certain users to file documents electronically and changing service of process methods. This IFR also includes several additional minor changes to OCAHO's rules of practice and procedure to clarify and improve upon the existing regulatory language. 2. Schedules of Controlled Substances: Placement of Clonazolam, Diclazepam, Etizolam, Flualprazolam, and Flubromazolam in Schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/03/02/2026-04112/schedules-of-controlled-substances-placement-of-clonazolam-diclazepam-etizolam-flualprazolam-and Sub: Justice Department, Drug Enforcement Administration Content: With the issuance of this final rule, the Drug Enforcement Administration places clonazolam, diclazepam, etizolam, flualprazolam, and flubromazolam and their salts, isomers, and salts of isomers, whenever the existence of such salts, isomers, and salts of isomers is possible within the specific chemical designation, in schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act. These five substances were temporarily scheduled in an order dated July 26, 2023, and subsequently extended until July 26, 2026, pursuant to an extension published elsewhere in this issue of the Federal Register. This action also enables the United States to meet its obligations under the 1971 Convention on Psychotropic Substances. This action makes permanent the existing 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 five specific controlled 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.
Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Briefing 2026-03-02
Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Briefing 2026-03-02 Estimated reading time: 5 minutes 1. Notice of Scope Ruling Applications Filed in Antidumping and Countervailing Duty Proceedings Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/03/02/2026-04124/notice-of-scope-ruling-applications-filed-in-antidumping-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 January 2026. 2. Initiation of Five-Year (Sunset) Reviews Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/03/02/2026-04123/initiation-of-five-year-sunset-reviews Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: In accordance with the Tariff Act of 1930, as amended (the Act), the U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) is automatically initiating the five-year reviews (Sunset Reviews) of the antidumping duty (AD) and countervailing duty (CVD) orders and suspended investigations listed below. The U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) is publishing concurrently with this notice its notice of Institution of Five-Year Reviews which covers the same orders and suspended investigations. 3. Antidumping or Countervailing Duty Order, Finding, or Suspended Investigation; Advance Notification of Sunset Review Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/03/02/2026-04122/antidumping-or-countervailing-duty-order-finding-or-suspended-investigation-advance-notification-of Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration 4. Carbon and Certain Alloy Steel Wire Rod From Brazil, Indonesia, Mexico, Moldova, and Trinidad and Tobago: Continuation of Antidumping Duty Orders and Countervailing Duty Order Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/03/02/2026-04121/carbon-and-certain-alloy-steel-wire-rod-from-brazil-indonesia-mexico-moldova-and-trinidad-and-tobago 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) orders on carbon and certain alloy steel wire rod (wire rod) from Brazil, Indonesia, Mexico, Moldova, and Trinidad and Tobago and revocation of the countervailing duty (CVD) order on wire rod from Brazil 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 orders and CVD order. 5. Ceramic Tile From the People’s Republic of China: Continuation of Antidumping Duty and Countervailing Duty Orders Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/03/02/2026-04120/ceramic-tile-from-the-peoples-republic-of-china-continuation-of-antidumping-duty-and-countervailing 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 ceramic tile 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. 6. 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/2026/03/02/2026-04059/antidumping-or-countervailing-duty-order-finding-or-suspended-investigation-opportunity-to-request Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration 7. Agency Information Collection Activities; Submission to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for Review and Approval; Comment Request; Inclusions to the Section 232 National Security Adjustments to Automobile Parts Imports Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/03/02/2026-04031/agency-information-collection-activities-submission-to-the-office-of-management-and-budget-omb-for Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration 8. Hardwood and Decorative Plywood From the Socialist Republic of Vietnam: Preliminary Affirmative Determination of Sales at Less Than Fair Value, Preliminary Negative Determination of Critical Circumstances, and Postponement of Final Determination and Extension of Provisional Measures Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/03/02/2026-04002/hardwood-and-decorative-plywood-from-the-socialist-republic-of-vietnam-preliminary-affirmative Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) preliminarily determines that hardwood and decorative plywood from the Socialist Republic of Vietnam (Vietnam) is being, or is likely to be, sold in the United States at less than fair value (LTFV). The period of investigation (POI) is October 1, 2024, through March 31, 2025. Interested parties are invited to comment on this preliminary determination. 9. Hardwood and Decorative Plywood From Indonesia: Preliminary Affirmative Determination of Sales at Less Than Fair Value, Postponement of Final Determination, and Extension of Provisional Measures Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/03/02/2026-04001/hardwood-and-decorative-plywood-from-indonesia-preliminary-affirmative-determination-of-sales-at Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) preliminarily determines that hardwood and decorative plywood (plywood) from Indonesia is being, or likely to be, sold in the United States at less than fair value (LTFV). The period of investigation (POI) is April 1, 2024, through March 31, 2025. Interested parties are invited to comment on this preliminary determination. 10. Hardwood and Decorative Plywood From the People’s Republic of China: Preliminary Affirmative Determination of Sales at Less Than Fair Value and Preliminary Affirmative Determination of Critical Circumstances Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/03/02/2026-04000/hardwood-and-decorative-plywood-from-the-peoples-republic-of-china-preliminary-affirmative Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) preliminarily determines that hardwood and decorative plywood (plywood) from the People’s Republic of China (China) is, or is likely to be, sold in the United States at less than fair value (LTFV). The period of investigation is October 1, 2024, through March 31, 2025. Interested parties are invited to comment on this preliminary determination. 11. Certain Hot-Rolled Steel Flat Products From the Netherlands: Final Results of Antidumping Duty Administrative Review; 2023-2024 Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/03/02/2026-03999/certain-hot-rolled-steel-flat-products-from-the-netherlands-final-results-of-antidumping-duty Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) determines that the producer and exporter subject to this administrative review made sales of subject merchandise at less than normal value during the period of review (POR) October 1, 2023, through September 30, 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. 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International Trade Commission Briefing 2026-03-02
International Trade Commission Briefing 2026-03-02 Estimated reading time: 5 minutes 1. Impact on U.S. Industry of China’s State Support and Pricing Practices in the Biotechnology Sector Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/03/02/2026-04103/impact-on-us-industry-of-chinas-state-support-and-pricing-practices-in-the-biotechnology-sector Sub: International Trade Commission Content: The U.S. International Trade Commission has self-instituted Investigation No. 332-610, Impact on U.S. Industry of China's State Support and Pricing Practices in the Biotechnology Sector, to produce a report as directed by the U.S. Senate Committee on Appropriations reviewing the extent to which Chinese state support and pricing practices in the biotechnology sector may be affecting market share and competitiveness of the U.S. industry. 2. Effects on the U.S. Economy of Revoking China’s Permanent Normal Trade Relations Status Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/03/02/2026-04100/effects-on-the-us-economy-of-revoking-chinas-permanent-normal-trade-relations-status Sub: International Trade Commission Content: The U.S. International Trade Commission has self-instituted Investigation No. 332-609, Effects on the U.S. Economy of Revoking China's Permanent Normal Trade Relations Status, to produce a report as directed by the U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Appropriations analyzing revocation of permanent normal trade relations treatment for all products of China. 3. Notice of Receipt of Complaint; Solicitation of Comments Relating to the Public Interest Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/03/02/2026-04080/notice-of-receipt-of-complaint-solicitation-of-comments-relating-to-the-public-interest Sub: International Trade Commission Content: Notice is hereby given that the U.S. International Trade Commission has received a complaint entitled Certain TOPCON Solar Cells, Modules, Panels, Components Thereof and Products Containing Same, DN 3887; the Commission is soliciting comments on any public interest issues raised by the complaint or complainant's filing pursuant to the Commission's Rules of Practice and Procedure. 4. Polyvinyl Alcohol From China and Japan; Institution of Five-Year Reviews Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/03/02/2026-04076/polyvinyl-alcohol-from-china-and-japan-institution-of-five-year-reviews Sub: International Trade Commission Content: The Commission hereby gives notice that it has instituted reviews pursuant to the Tariff Act of 1930, as amended, to determine whether revocation of the antidumping duty orders on polyvinyl alcohol from China and Japan would be likely to lead to continuation or recurrence of material injury. Pursuant to the Act, interested parties are requested to respond to this notice by submitting the information specified below to the Commission. 5. Seamless Carbon and Alloy Steel Standard, Line, and Pressure Pipe From Czechia, Russia, South Korea, and Ukraine; Institution of Five-Year Reviews Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/03/02/2026-04075/seamless-carbon-and-alloy-steel-standard-line-and-pressure-pipe-from-czechia-russia-south-korea-and Sub: International Trade Commission Content: The Commission hereby gives notice that it has instituted reviews pursuant to the Tariff Act of 1930, as amended, to determine whether revocation of the countervailing duty orders on imports of seamless carbon and alloy steel standard, line, and pressure pipe ("SSLP pipe") from Russia and South Korea and the revocation of the antidumping duty orders on SSLP pipe from Czechia, Russia, South Korea, and Ukraine would be likely to lead to continuation or recurrence of material injury. Pursuant to the Act, interested parties are requested to respond to this notice by submitting the information specified below to the Commission. 6. Silicon Metal From Bosnia and Herzegovina, Iceland, Kazakhstan, and Malaysia; Institution of Five-Year Reviews Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/03/02/2026-04074/silicon-metal-from-bosnia-and-herzegovina-iceland-kazakhstan-and-malaysia-institution-of-five-year Sub: International Trade Commission Content: The Commission hereby gives notice that it has instituted reviews pursuant to the Tariff Act of 1930, as amended, to determine whether revocation of the countervailing duty order on imports of silicon metal from Kazakhstan and the revocation of the antidumping duty orders on silicon metal from Bosnia and Herzegovina, Iceland, and Malaysia would be likely to lead to continuation or recurrence of material injury. Pursuant to the Act, interested parties are requested to respond to this notice by submitting the information specified below to the Commission. 7. Standard Steel Welded Wire Mesh From Mexico; Institution of Five-Year Reviews Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/03/02/2026-04072/standard-steel-welded-wire-mesh-from-mexico-institution-of-five-year-reviews Sub: International Trade Commission Content: The Commission hereby gives notice that it has instituted reviews pursuant to the Tariff Act of 1930, as amended, to determine whether revocation of the countervailing and antidumping duty orders on imports of standard steel welded wire mesh from Mexico would be likely to lead to continuation or recurrence of material injury. Pursuant to the Act, interested parties are requested to respond to this notice by submitting the information specified below to the Commission. 8. Twist Ties From China; Institution of Five-Year Reviews Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/03/02/2026-04071/twist-ties-from-china-institution-of-five-year-reviews Sub: International Trade Commission Content: The Commission hereby gives notice that it has instituted reviews pursuant to the Tariff Act of 1930, as amended, to determine whether revocation of the countervailing and antidumping duty orders on twist ties from China would be likely to lead to continuation or recurrence of material injury. Pursuant to the Act, interested parties are requested to respond to this notice by submitting the information specified below to the Commission. 9. Common Alloy Aluminum Sheet From Bahrain, Brazil, Croatia, Egypt, Germany, India, Indonesia, Italy, Oman, Romania, Serbia, Slovenia, South Africa, Spain, Taiwan, and Turkey; Institution of Five-Year Reviews Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/03/02/2026-04070/common-alloy-aluminum-sheet-from-bahrain-brazil-croatia-egypt-germany-india-indonesia-italy-oman Sub: International Trade Commission Content: The Commission hereby gives notice that it has instituted reviews pursuant to the Tariff Act of 1930, as amended, to determine whether revocation of the countervailing duty orders on common alloy aluminum sheet ("CAAS") from Bahrain, India, and Turkey and the revocation of the antidumping duty orders on CASS from Bahrain, Brazil, Croatia, Egypt, Germany, India, Indonesia, Italy, Oman, Romania, Serbia, Slovenia, South Africa, Spain, Taiwan, and Turkey would be likely to lead to continuation or recurrence of material injury. Pursuant to the Act, interested parties are requested to respond to this notice by submitting the information specified below to the Commission. 10. Diamond Sawblades and Parts Thereof From China; Institution of a Five-Year Review Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/03/02/2026-04069/diamond-sawblades-and-parts-thereof-from-china-institution-of-a-five-year-review Sub: International Trade Commission Content: The Commission hereby gives notice that it has instituted a review pursuant to the Tariff Act of 1930, as amended, to determine whether revocation of the antidumping duty order on diamond sawblades and parts thereof from China would be likely to lead to continuation or recurrence of material injury. Pursuant to the Act, interested parties are requested to respond to this notice by submitting the information specified below to the Commission. 11. Phosphate Fertilizers From Morocco and Russia; Institution of Five-Year Reviews Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/03/02/2026-04068/phosphate-fertilizers-from-morocco-and-russia-institution-of-five-year-reviews Sub: International Trade Commission Content: The Commission hereby gives notice
Treasury Department, Foreign Assets Control Office Briefing 2026-02-27
Treasury Department, Foreign Assets Control Office Briefing 2026-02-27 Estimated reading time: 5 minutes 1. Notice of OFAC Sanctions Action Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/27/2026-03988/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 Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/27/2026-03966/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 names of one or more persons 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. OFAC is also publishing updates to identifying information of one or more persons currently included in the SDN List. 3. Notice of OFAC Sanctions Action Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/27/2026-03941/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 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. 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.
International Trade Commission Briefing 2026-02-27
International Trade Commission Briefing 2026-02-27 Estimated reading time: 5 minutes 1. Large Diameter Graphite Electrodes From China and India; Institution of Antidumping and Countervailing Duty Investigations and Scheduling of Preliminary Phase Investigations Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/27/2026-03954/large-diameter-graphite-electrodes-from-china-and-india-institution-of-antidumping-and Sub: International Trade Commission Content: The Commission hereby gives notice of the institution of investigations and commencement of preliminary phase antidumping and countervailing duty investigation Nos. 701-TA-787-788 and 731-TA-1775- 1776 (Preliminary) pursuant to the Tariff Act of 1930 to determine whether there is a reasonable indication that 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 large diameter graphite electrodes from China and India, provided for in statistical reporting number 8545.11.0020 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States, that are alleged to be sold in the United States at less than fair value and alleged to be subsidized by the Governments of China and India. Unless the Department of Commerce (“Commerce”) extends the time for initiation, the Commission must reach a preliminary determination in antidumping and countervailing duty investigations in 45 days, or in this case by April 10, 2026. The Commission’s views must be transmitted to Commerce within five business days thereafter, or by April 17, 2026. 2. Notice of Receipt of Complaint; Solicitation of Comments Relating to the Public Interest Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/27/2026-03928/notice-of-receipt-of-complaint-solicitation-of-comments-relating-to-the-public-interest Sub: International Trade Commission Content: Notice is hereby given that the U.S. International Trade Commission has received a complaint entitled Certain In-Vehicle Infotainment Systems, Components Thereof, and Products Containing the Same, DN 3886; the Commission is soliciting comments on any public interest issues raised by the complaint or complainant’s filing pursuant to the Commission’s Rules of Practice and Procedure. 3. Certain Beverage Brewing Products and Components Thereof; Notice of Institution of Investigation Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/27/2026-03924/certain-beverage-brewing-products-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 January 23, 2026, under section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930 on behalf of Adrian Rivera Maynez Enterprises, Inc. of La Mirada, California. An amended complaint was filed on February 3, 2026. The amended 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 beverage brewing products and components thereof by reason of the infringement of certain claims of U.S. Patent No. 12,396,588 (“the ‘588 patent”); U.S. Patent No. 11,737,597 (“the ‘597 patent”); and U.S. Patent No. 10,865,039 (“the ‘039 patent”). The amended complaint 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 order. 4. Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET) Film, Sheet, and Strip From China, India, Taiwan, and United Arab Emirates; Scheduling of Expedited Five-Year Reviews Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/27/2026-03911/polyethylene-terephthalate-pet-film-sheet-and-strip-from-china-india-taiwan-and-united-arab-emirates Sub: International Trade Commission Content: The Commission hereby gives notice of the scheduling of expedited reviews pursuant to the Tariff Act of 1930 (“the Act”) to determine whether revocation of the antidumping duty orders on polyethylene terephthalate film, sheet, and strip (“PET film”) from China, India, Taiwan, and the United Arab Emirates and the countervailing duty order on PET film from India would be likely to lead to continuation or recurrence of material injury within a reasonably foreseeable time. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.
Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Briefing 2026-02-26
Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Briefing 2026-02-26 Estimated reading time: 5 minutes 1. Crystalline Silicon Photovoltaic Cells, Whether or Not Assembled Into Modules From the Lao People’s Democratic Republic: Preliminary Affirmative Countervailing Duty Determination, Preliminary Negative Critical Circumstances Determination, and Alignment of Final Determination With Final Antidumping Duty Determination Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/26/2026-03897/crystalline-silicon-photovoltaic-cells-whether-or-not-assembled-into-modules-from-the-lao-peoples 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 crystalline silicon photovoltaic cells, whether or not assembled into modules (solar cells) from the Lao People’s Democratic Republic (Laos). The period of investigation (POI) is January 1, 2024, through December 31, 2024. Interested parties are invited to comment on this preliminary determination. 2. Crystalline Silicon Photovoltaic Cells, Whether or Not Assembled Into Modules From Indonesia: Preliminary Affirmative Countervailing Duty Determination, Preliminary Affirmative Critical Circumstances Determination, in Part, and Alignment of Final Determination With Antidumping Duty Determination Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/26/2026-03896/crystalline-silicon-photovoltaic-cells-whether-or-not-assembled-into-modules-from-indonesia 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 crystalline silicon photovoltaic cells, whether or not assembled into modules (solar cells) from Indonesia. The period of investigation (POI) is January 1, 2024, through December 31, 2024. Interested parties are invited to comment on this preliminary determination. 3. Crystalline Silicon Photovoltaic Cells, Whether or Not Assembled Into Modules, From India: Preliminary Affirmative Countervailing Duty Determination, Preliminary Affirmative Critical Circumstances Determination, in Part, and Alignment of Final Determination With Final Antidumping Duty Determination Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/26/2026-03895/crystalline-silicon-photovoltaic-cells-whether-or-not-assembled-into-modules-from-india-preliminary 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 crystalline silicon photovoltaic cells, whether or not assembled into modules (solar cells) from India. The period of investigation is April 1, 2024, through March 31, 2025. Interested parties are invited to comment on this preliminary determination. 4. Organic Soybean Meal From India: Final Results of Countervailing Duty Administrative Review; 2023 Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/26/2026-03894/organic-soybean-meal-from-india-final-results-of-countervailing-duty-administrative-review-2023 Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) determines that certain exporters/producers of organic soybean meal from India received countervailable subsidies during the period of review (POR) January 1, 2023, through December 31, 2023. 5. Large Diameter Welded Pipe From the Republic of Türkiye: Final Results of Countervailing Duty Administrative Review; 2023 Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/26/2026-03893/large-diameter-welded-pipe-from-the-republic-of-trkiye-final-results-of-countervailing-duty Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) determines countervailable subsidies were provided to producers and exporters of large diameter welded pipe (welded pipe) from the Republic of Türkiye (Türkiye) during the period of review, January 1, 2023, through December 31, 2023. 6. Certain Lined Paper Products From India: Preliminary Results and Rescission, in Part, of Antidumping Duty Administrative Review; 2023-2024 Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/26/2026-03892/certain-lined-paper-products-from-india-preliminary-results-and-rescission-in-part-of-antidumping Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) preliminarily determines that certain lined paper products (lined paper) from India was sold in the United States at prices below normal value during the period of review (POR), September 1, 2023, through August 31, 2024. Additionally, Commerce is rescinding this administrative review with respect to certain companies. We invite interested parties to comment on these preliminary results. 7. Certain New Pneumatic Off-the-Road Tires From India: Final Results of Antidumping Duty Administrative Review; 2023-2024 Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/26/2026-03881/certain-new-pneumatic-off-the-road-tires-from-india-final-results-of-antidumping-duty-administrative Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) determines that certain producers/exporters subject to this review made sales of subject merchandise at less than normal value (NV) during the period of review (POR), March 1, 2023, through February 29, 2024. 8. Electrolytic Manganese Dioxide From the People’s Republic of China: Continuation of Antidumping Duty Order Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/26/2026-03878/electrolytic-manganese-dioxide-from-the-peoples-republic-of-china-continuation-of-antidumping-duty 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) order on electrolytic manganese dioxide from the People’s Republic of China (China) would likely lead to the continuation or recurrence of dumping and material injury to an industry in the United States, Commerce is publishing a notice of continuation of this AD order. 9. Certain Cut-to-Length Carbon-Quality Steel Plate Products From the Republic of Korea: Preliminary Results and Rescission of Antidumping Duty Administrative Review, in Part; 2024-2025 Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/26/2026-03795/certain-cut-to-length-carbon-quality-steel-plate-products-from-the-republic-of-korea-preliminary Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) is conducting an administrative review of the antidumping duty (AD) order on certain cut-to-length carbon-quality steel plate products (CTL plate) from the Republic of Korea (Korea). The period of review (POR) is February 1, 2024, through January 31, 2025. Commerce preliminarily finds that the producers/exporters subject to this administrative review made sales of subject merchandise at prices below normal value during the POR. Additionally, Commerce is rescinding this administrative review with respect to two companies. We invite interested parties to comment on the preliminary results of this review. 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.
Treasury Department, Foreign Assets Control Office Briefing 2026-02-24
Treasury Department, Foreign Assets Control Office Briefing 2026-02-24 Estimated reading time: 5 minutes 1. Notice of OFAC Sanctions Actions Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/24/2026-03637/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 names of one or more persons 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. OFAC is also publishing the names of one or more persons whose property and interests in property have been unblocked and who have been removed from the SDN List. 2. Notice of OFAC Sanctions Actions Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/24/2026-03585/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 updates to the identifying information of one or more entries currently included on one or more of OFAC's sanctions lists. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.
Commerce Department, Industry and Security Bureau Briefing 2026-02-24
Commerce Department, Industry and Security Bureau Briefing 2026-02-24 Estimated reading time: 5 minutes 1. Agency Information Collection Activities; Submission to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for Review and Approval; Comment Request; Reporting of Violations of the Export Administration Regulations Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/24/2026-03676/agency-information-collection-activities-submission-to-the-office-of-management-and-budget-omb-for 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; Foreign Availability Procedures Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/24/2026-03675/agency-information-collection-activities-submission-to-the-office-of-management-and-budget-omb-for 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.
Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Briefing 2026-02-24
Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Briefing 2026-02-24 Estimated reading time: 5 minutes 1. Certain Crystalline Silicon Photovoltaic Products from Taiwan: Final Results of the Antidumping Duty Administrative Review: 2023-2024 Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/24/2026-03680/certain-crystalline-silicon-photovoltaic-products-from-taiwan-final-results-of-the-antidumping-duty Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) finds that EEPV Corp. (EEPV), a producer/exporter subject to this administrative review, did not make sales of certain crystalline silicon photovoltaic products from Taiwan at less than normal value during the period of review (POR) of February 1, 2023, through January 31, 2024. 2. Granular Polytetrafluoroethylene Resin From India: Final Results of Antidumping Duty Administrative Review; 2023-2024 Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/24/2026-03679/granular-polytetrafluoroethylene-resin-from-india-final-results-of-antidumping-duty-administrative Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) determines that granular polytetrafluoroethylene resin (PTFE resin) from India was sold in the United States at less than normal value during the period of review (POR) March 1, 2023, through February 29, 2024. 3. Wood Mouldings and Millwork Products From the People’s Republic of China: Final Results of Antidumping Duty Administrative Review; 2023-2024 Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/24/2026-03678/wood-mouldings-and-millwork-products-from-the-peoples-republic-of-china-final-results-of-antidumping Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) determines that Yinfeng Imp & Exp Trading Co., Ltd./Fujian Province Youxi City Mangrove Wood Machining Co., Ltd. (Yinfeng/Mangrove), and Longquan Jiefeng Trade Co., Ltd. and Zhejiang Senya Board Industry Co., Ltd. (Longquan Jiefeng/Senya Board), exporters of wood mouldings and millworks products (millworks) from the People's Republic of China (China), sold subject merchandise in the United States at prices below normal value (NV) during the period of review (POR) from February 1, 2023, through January 31, 2024. 4. North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA), Article 1904; Binational Panel Review: Notice of Panel Decision Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/24/2026-03653/north-american-free-trade-agreement-nafta-article-1904-binational-panel-review-notice-of-panel Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: On February 19, 2026, the Binational Panel issued its Decision on the Redetermination on Remand in the matter of Certain Softwood Lumber Products from Canada: Final Affirmative Determination of Sales at Less Than Fair Value and Affirmative Final Determination of Critical Circumstances (Secretariat File Number: USA-CDA-2017-1904-03). The Binational Panel affirmed in part and remanded in part the Department of Commerce's Redetermination on Remand. 5. Sodium Nitrite From India: Final Results of Countervailing Duty Administrative Review; 2022-2023 Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/24/2026-03611/sodium-nitrite-from-india-final-results-of-countervailing-duty-administrative-review-2022-2023 Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) determines that certain producers and exporters of sodium nitrite from India received countervailable subsidies during the period of review (POR) June 21, 2022, through December 31, 2023. 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.
International Trade Commission Briefing 2026-02-24
International Trade Commission Briefing 2026-02-24 Estimated reading time: 5 minutes 1. Carbon and Certain Alloy Steel Wire Rod From Brazil, Indonesia, Mexico, Moldova, and Trinidad and Tobago; Determinations Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/24/2026-03608/carbon-and-certain-alloy-steel-wire-rod-from-brazil-indonesia-mexico-moldova-and-trinidad-and-tobago Sub: International Trade Commission 2. Unwrought Palladium From Russia; Scheduling of the Final Phase of Countervailing Duty and Antidumping Duty Investigations Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/24/2026-03600/unwrought-palladium-from-russia-scheduling-of-the-final-phase-of-countervailing-duty-and-antidumping 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-776 and 731-TA-1761 (Final) pursuant to the Tariff Act of 1930 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 unwrought palladium from Russia, provided for in subheading 7110.21.00 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States, preliminarily determined by the Department of Commerce (“Commerce”) to be sold at less-than-fair-value. Commerce’s preliminary determination with respect to unwrought palladium from Russia, alleged to be subsidized by the government of Russia is pending. 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.
Justice Department Briefing 2026-02-23
Justice Department Briefing 2026-02-23 Estimated reading time: 5 minutes 1. Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposed eCollection; eComments Requested; Revision of a Previously Approved Collection; Title: Immigrant and Employee Rights Section Charge Form Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/23/2026-03580/agency-information-collection-activities-proposed-ecollection-ecomments-requested-revision-of-a Sub: Justice Department Content: The Civil Rights Division, Department of Justice (DOJ), will be submitting the following information collection request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and approval in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. 2. Notice Pursuant to the National Cooperative Research and Production Act of 1993-Information Warfare Research Project Consortium Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/23/2026-03572/notice-pursuant-to-the-national-cooperative-research-and-production-act-of-1993-information-warfare Sub: Justice Department, Antitrust Division 3. Notice Pursuant to the National Cooperative Research and Production Act of 1993-UHD Alliance, INC. Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/23/2026-03552/notice-pursuant-to-the-national-cooperative-research-and-production-act-of-1993-uhd-alliance-inc Sub: Justice Department, Antitrust Division 4. Notice Pursuant to the National Cooperative Research and Production Act of 1993-Canton Foundation (F/K/A Global Synchronizer Foundation) Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/23/2026-03551/notice-pursuant-to-the-national-cooperative-research-and-production-act-of-1993-canton-foundation Sub: Justice Department, Antitrust Division 5. Notice Pursuant to the National Cooperative Research and Production Act of 1993-Defense Industrial Based Consortium Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/23/2026-03546/notice-pursuant-to-the-national-cooperative-research-and-production-act-of-1993-defense-industrial Sub: Justice Department, Antitrust Division 6. Notice Pursuant to the National Cooperative Research and Production Act of 1993-Undersea Technology Innovation Consortium Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/23/2026-03544/notice-pursuant-to-the-national-cooperative-research-and-production-act-of-1993-undersea-technology Sub: Justice Department, Antitrust Division 7. Notice Pursuant to the National Cooperative Research and Production Act of 1993-Naval Surface Technology & Innovation Consortium Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/23/2026-03539/notice-pursuant-to-the-national-cooperative-research-and-production-act-of-1993-naval-surface Sub: Justice Department, Antitrust Division 8. Notice Pursuant to the National Cooperative Research and Production Act of 1993-The Customer Experience Hub Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/23/2026-03537/notice-pursuant-to-the-national-cooperative-research-and-production-act-of-1993-the-customer Sub: Justice Department, Antitrust Division 9. Notice Pursuant to the National Cooperative Research and Production Act of 1993-National Armaments Consortium Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/23/2026-03536/notice-pursuant-to-the-national-cooperative-research-and-production-act-of-1993-national-armaments Sub: Justice Department, Antitrust Division 10. Notice Pursuant to the National Cooperative Research and Production Act of 1993-Resilient Infrastructure + Secure Energy Consortium Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/23/2026-03535/notice-pursuant-to-the-national-cooperative-research-and-production-act-of-1993-resilient Sub: Justice Department, Antitrust Division 11. Notice Pursuant to the National Cooperative Research and Production Act of 1993-America’s Datahub Consortium Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/23/2026-03534/notice-pursuant-to-the-national-cooperative-research-and-production-act-of-1993-americas-datahub Sub: Justice Department, Antitrust Division 12. Notice Pursuant to the National Cooperative Research and Production Act of 1993-Training & Readiness Accelerator II Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/23/2026-03533/notice-pursuant-to-the-national-cooperative-research-and-production-act-of-1993-training-and Sub: Justice Department, Antitrust Division 13. Granting of Relief; Federal Firearms Privileges Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/23/2026-03458/granting-of-relief-federal-firearms-privileges Sub: Justice Department Content: The Attorney General has granted relief from disabilities imposed by Federal laws with respect to certain individuals regarding the acquisition, receipt, transfer, shipment, transportation, or possession of firearms or ammunition. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. 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Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Briefing 2026-02-23
Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Briefing 2026-02-23 Estimated reading time: 5 minutes 1. 1-Hydroxyethylidene-1, 1-Diphosphonic Acid From the People’s Republic of China: Final Affirmative Determination of Circumvention Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/23/2026-03538/1-hydroxyethylidene-1-1-diphosphonic-acid-from-the-peoples-republic-of-china-final-affirmative Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) determines that imports of acidic (non-neutralized) concentrations of 1- hydroxyethylidene-1, 1-diphosphonic acid (HEDP), also referred to as hydroxyethylidenendiphosphonic acid, hydroxyethanediphosphonic acid, acetodiphosphonic acid, and etidronic acid, in solid or powder form (acidic solid HEDP) from the People's Republic of China (China) are circumventing the antidumping duty (AD) and countervailing duty (CVD) orders on HEDP from China. 2. Light-Walled Rectangular Pipe and Tube From Mexico: Preliminary Results and Partial Rescission of Antidumping Duty Administrative Review; 2023-2024 Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/23/2026-03515/light-walled-rectangular-pipe-and-tube-from-mexico-preliminary-results-and-partial-rescission-of Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) is conducting an administrative review of the antidumping duty (AD) order on light- walled rectangular pipe and tube (LWRPT) from Mexico. We preliminarily determine that Perfiles LM, S.A. de C.V. (Perfiles) and Regiomontana de Perfiles y Tubos S. de R.L. de C.V. (Regiopytsa) made sales of subject merchandise at less than normal value during the period of review (POR) August 1, 2023, through July 31, 2024. Interested parties are invited to comment on these preliminary results. 3. Certain Frozen Warmwater Shrimp From the Socialist Republic of Vietnam: Final Results of and Final Rescission of Review, in Part, of Antidumping Duty Administrative Review; 2023-2024 Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/23/2026-03511/certain-frozen-warmwater-shrimp-from-the-socialist-republic-of-vietnam-final-results-of-and-final Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) determines that producers/exported subject to this administrative review made sales of certain frozen warmwater shrimp (shrimp) from the Socialist Republic of Vietnam (Vietnam) at prices below normal value (NV) during the period of review (POR), February 1, 2023, through January 31, 2024. Additionally, Commerce determines that 24 exporters are eligible for separate rates, and is rescinding the review with respect to Trang Khanh Seafood Co., Ltd. 4. Wood Mouldings and Millwork Products From the People’s Republic of China: Final Results of Countervailing Duty Administrative Review; 2023 Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/23/2026-03500/wood-mouldings-and-millwork-products-from-the-peoples-republic-of-china-final-results-of Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) determines that countervailable subsidies were provided to producers and/or exporters of wood mouldings and millwork products (millwork products) from the People's Republic of China (China) during the period of review (POR) January 1, 2023, through December 31, 2023. 5. Citric Acid and Certain Citrate Salts From Belgium: Final Results of Antidumping Duty Administrative Review; 2023-2024 Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/23/2026-03489/citric-acid-and-certain-citrate-salts-from-belgium-final-results-of-antidumping-duty-administrative Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) determines that Citribel nv. (Citribel) did not make sales of subject merchandise at prices below normal value during the July 1, 2023, through June 30, 2024, period of review (POR). 6. Citric Acid and Certain Citrate Salts From Thailand: Final Results of Antidumping Duty Administrative Review; 2023-2024 Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/23/2026-03487/citric-acid-and-certain-citrate-salts-from-thailand-final-results-of-antidumping-duty-administrative Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) determines that producers and exporters subject to this administrative review did not make sales of subject merchandise at prices below normal value (NV) during the period of review (POR), July 1, 2023 through June 30, 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. 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International Trade Commission Briefing 2026-02-23
International Trade Commission Briefing 2026-02-23 Estimated reading time: 5 minutes 1. USMCA Automotive Rules of Origin: Economic Impact and Operation, 2027 Report Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/23/2026-03499/usmca-automotive-rules-of-origin-economic-impact-and-operation-2027-report Sub: International Trade Commission Content: In accordance with section 202A(g)(2) of the United States- Mexico-Canada Agreement Implementation Act ("the Act"), the U.S. International Trade Commission (Commission) has instituted Investigation No. 332-608, USMCA Automotive Rules of Origin: Economic Impact and Operation, 2027 Report, for the purpose of preparing the 2027 report. 2. Electrolytic Manganese Dioxide From China; Determination Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/23/2026-03498/electrolytic-manganese-dioxide-from-china-determination Sub: International Trade Commission 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.
Justice Department Briefing 2026-02-20
Justice Department Briefing 2026-02-20 Estimated reading time: 5 minutes 1. Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposed eCollection eComments Requested; Title-Explosives Licensee/Permittee Out-of-Business Records Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/20/2026-03395/agency-information-collection-activities-proposed-ecollection-ecomments-requested-title-explosives Sub: Justice Department Content: The Department of Justice (DOJ), Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF), will be submitting the following information collection request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and approval in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. 2. Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposed eCollection eComments Requested; Title-Identifying/Marking Explosive Materials Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/20/2026-03394/agency-information-collection-activities-proposed-ecollection-ecomments-requested Sub: Justice Department Content: The Department of Justice (DOJ), Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF), will be submitting the following information collection request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and approval in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. 3. Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposed eCollection eComments Requested; Application/Permit To Import Firearms, Ammunition, and Defense Articles-ATF Form 5330.3A (Form 6, Part I) Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/20/2026-03393/agency-information-collection-activities-proposed-ecollection-ecomments-requested-applicationpermit Sub: Justice Department Content: The Department of Justice (DOJ), Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF), will be submitting the following information collection request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and approval in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. 4. Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposed eCollection eComments Requested; Title-National Response Team Customer Satisfaction Survey Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/20/2026-03391/agency-information-collection-activities-proposed-ecollection-ecomments-requested-title-national Sub: Justice Department Content: The Department of Justice (DOJ), Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF), will be submitting the following information collection request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and approval in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.
Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Briefing 2026-02-20
Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Briefing 2026-02-20 Estimated reading time: 5 minutes 1. Certain Frozen Warmwater Shrimp From Thailand: Final Results of Antidumping Duty Administrative Review; 2023-2024 Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/20/2026-03424/certain-frozen-warmwater-shrimp-from-thailand-final-results-of-antidumping-duty-administrative Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) determines that certain producers/exporters subject to this administrative review made sales of certain frozen warmwater shrimp (shrimp) from Thailand at less than normal value during the period of review (POR), February 1, 2023, through January 31, 2024. 2. Paper File Folders From the Kingdom of Cambodia: Countervailing Duty Order Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/20/2026-03419/paper-file-folders-from-the-kingdom-of-cambodia-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 a countervailing duty (CVD) order on paper file folders from the Kingdom of Cambodia (Cambodia). 3. Certain Cut-To-Length Carbon-Quality Steel Plate From the Republic of Korea: Final Results of Countervailing Duty Administrative Review; 2023 Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/20/2026-03418/certain-cut-to-length-carbon-quality-steel-plate-from-the-republic-of-korea-final-results-of Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) determines that certain producers and exporters of certain cut-to-length carbon-quality steel plate (CTL plate) from the Republic of Korea (Korea) received countervailable subsidies during the period of review (POR) January 1, 2023, through December 31, 2023. 4. Initiation of Antidumping and Countervailing Duty Administrative Reviews Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/20/2026-03417/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 December anniversary dates. In accordance with Commerce's regulations, we are initiating those administrative reviews. 5. Steel Concrete Reinforcing Bar From Mexico: Amended Final Results of Antidumping Duty Administrative Review; 2022-2023 Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/20/2026-03339/steel-concrete-reinforcing-bar-from-mexico-amended-final-results-of-antidumping-duty-administrative Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) is amending the final results of the administrative review of the antidumping duty (AD) order on steel concrete reinforcing bar (rebar) from Mexico to correct certain ministerial errors. The period of review (POR) is November 1, 2022, through October 31, 2023. 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.
International Trade Commission Briefing 2026-02-20
International Trade Commission Briefing 2026-02-20 Estimated reading time: 5 minutes 1. Ceramic Tile From China; Determinations Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/20/2026-03350/ceramic-tile-from-china-determinations Sub: International Trade Commission 2. Notice of Receipt of Complaint; Solicitation of Comments Relating to the Public Interest Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/20/2026-03340/notice-of-receipt-of-complaint-solicitation-of-comments-relating-to-the-public-interest Sub: International Trade Commission Content: Notice is hereby given that the U.S. International Trade Commission has received a complaint entitled Certain NAND and DRAM Memory Chips, DN 3885; the Commission is soliciting comments on any public interest issues raised by the complaint or complainant's filing pursuant to the Commission's Rules of Practice and Procedure. 3. Overhead Door Counterbalance Torsion Springs From India; Determinations Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/20/2026-03325/overhead-door-counterbalance-torsion-springs-from-india-determinations Sub: International Trade Commission 4. Certain Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers; Notice of Commission Determination on Remedy, the Public Interest, and Bonding for a Defaulting Respondent; Termination of Investigation Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/20/2026-03324/certain-composite-intermediate-bulk-containers-notice-of-commission-determination-on-remedy-the Sub: International Trade Commission Content: Notice is hereby given that the U.S. International Trade Commission has determined to issue a limited exclusion order and impose a bond of 100 percent (100%) against a defaulting respondent, Hebei Shijiheng Plastics, Co., Ltd., of Zhongjie Huanghua City, China ("Hebei Shijiheng"). The Commission has determined that the remedy will not adversely impact the public interest. This investigation is hereby 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.
Commerce Department, National Institute of Standards and Technology Briefing 2026-02-19
Commerce Department, National Institute of Standards and Technology Briefing 2026-02-19 Estimated reading time: 5 minutes 1. Eliminating Obsolete Marking Requirements for Toy, Look-Alike, and Imitation Firearms Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/19/2026-03307/eliminating-obsolete-marking-requirements-for-toy-look-alike-and-imitation-firearms Sub: Commerce Department, National Institute of Standards and Technology Content: By this rule, NIST removes its regulation setting forth marking requirements for toy, look-alike, and imitation firearms. Pursuant to statutory amendments made by the CHIPS and Science Act of 2022, the subject regulation now lacks an underlying statutory authorization and has been rendered obsolete by the new, operative marking requirements issued by the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). The removal of the subject NIST regulation is therefore necessary to reflect the current state of the underlying law and to eliminate obsolete regulatory language. This action is intended to minimize the risk of public confusion regarding the applicable marking requirements and governing authority for toy, look-alike, and imitation firearms and to promote administrative efficiency. 2. Eliminating Obsolete Regulations Related to the Advanced Technology Program and the Technology Innovation Program Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/19/2026-03303/eliminating-obsolete-regulations-related-to-the-advanced-technology-program-and-the-technology Sub: Commerce Department, National Institute of Standards and Technology Content: By this rule, NIST removes the regulations outlining the Advanced Technology Program (ATP) and the Technology Innovation Program (TIP), both of which now lack authorization and, operationally, are no longer active. This action is necessary to reflect the repeal of the underlying statutory provision and to ensure that NIST's regulations remain current and up-to-date. This action is intended to minimize the risk of confusion and/or distraction and to promote efficiency. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.
Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Briefing 2026-02-19
Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Briefing 2026-02-19 Estimated reading time: 5 minutes 1. Crystalline Silicon Photovoltaic Cells, Whether or Not Assembled Into Modules, From India, Indonesia, and the Lao People’s Democratic Republic: Postponement of Preliminary Determinations in the Less-Than-Fair-Value Investigations Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/19/2026-03288/crystalline-silicon-photovoltaic-cells-whether-or-not-assembled-into-modules-from-india-indonesia Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration 2. Common Alloy Aluminum Sheet From Bahrain: Final Results of Countervailing Duty Administrative Review; 2023 Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/19/2026-03287/common-alloy-aluminum-sheet-from-bahrain-final-results-of-countervailing-duty-administrative-review Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) determines that certain exporters/producers of common alloy aluminum sheet (aluminum sheet) from Bahrain received countervailable subsidies during the period of review (POR) January 1, 2023, through December 31, 2023. 3. Unwrought Palladium From the Russian Federation: Preliminary Affirmative Determination of Sales at Less-Than-Fair Value Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/19/2026-03218/unwrought-palladium-from-the-russian-federation-preliminary-affirmative-determination-of-sales-at Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) preliminarily determines that unwrought palladium (palladium) from the Russian Federation (Russia) is being, or is likely to be, sold in the United States at less than fair value (LTFV). The period of investigation (POI) is January 1, 2025, through June 30, 2025. Interested parties are invited to comment on this preliminary determination. 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.
US Highlights 2026-02-17
US–China Trade Daily Highlights | 2026-02-17 1) Executive Summary Four China-related trade remedy actions were published today involving the U.S. Department of Commerce (International Trade Administration, ITA) and the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC). The authorities took actions under antidumping and countervailing duty (AD/CVD) statutes and Section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930. Developments include final determinations by Commerce on active anode material from China, an ITC scheduling notice for solar panels from China and Taiwan, and a new ITC Section 337 investigation involving Chinese electronics manufacturers. 2) Updates by Authority ITC — U.S. International Trade Commission Power Converters and Circuit Board Assemblies — Section 337 Investigation (Notice of Institution) The ITC instituted Investigation No. 337-TA-1484 related to certain power converters, circuit board assemblies, and computing systems containing such components. The complaint, filed by Vicor Corporation of Massachusetts on January 12, 2026, alleges patent infringement of U.S. Patent No. 12,395,087. The investigation covers imported power converters used in data center, AI, and cloud computing systems. Respondents include several companies from China and other economies, such as Luxshare Precision Industry Co., Ltd. and Chengdu Monolithic Power Systems Co., Ltd. Authority: International Trade Commission Policy Type: ITC_337 Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY China Indicator: EXPLICIT Investigation Number: 337-TA-1484 Complaint Filed: January 12, 2026; Investigation Instituted: February 11, 2026 Relief Requested: Limited exclusion order and cease and desist orders Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/certain-power-converters-circuit-board-assemblies-and-computing-systems-containing-the-same-notice-of-institution-of-investigation/ Crystalline Silicon Photovoltaic Products (Solar Panels) — AD/CVD (Expedited Five-Year Reviews) The Commission scheduled expedited reviews to determine whether revocation of the antidumping and countervailing duty orders on crystalline silicon photovoltaic products from China and the antidumping duty order on such products from Taiwan would likely lead to continued or recurring material injury. The ITC determined domestic responses were adequate and respondent responses inadequate; therefore, the reviews will be expedited under section 751(c)(3) of the Tariff Act. Authority: International Trade Commission Policy Type: AD_CVD Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY China Indicator: EXPLICIT Investigation Numbers: 701-TA-511 and 731-TA-1246–1247 (Second Review) Key Dates: Staff report due May 7, 2026; written comments due May 12, 2026 Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/crystalline-silicon-photovoltaic-products-solar-panels-from-china-and-taiwan-scheduling-of-expedited-five-year-reviews/ DOC/ITA — U.S. Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration Active Anode Material — CVD (Final Affirmative Determination) Commerce issued its final affirmative countervailing duty determination for active anode material from China, covering January 1 to December 31, 2023. The Department found that countervailable subsidies were provided to producers and exporters, including Panasonic Corporation of China and BTR New Material Group Co., Ltd. The “all others” countervailable subsidy rate was also set based on Panasonic’s rate. If the ITC later issues an affirmative injury determination, a CVD order will be issued. Authority: Department of Commerce, ITA Policy Type: AD_CVD Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY China Indicator: EXPLICIT Case Number: C-570-195 Period of Investigation: January 1–December 31, 2023 Final Determination Date: February 10, 2026 Main Respondents: Panasonic (China), BTR New Material Group Co., Ltd. Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/active-anode-material-from-the-peoples-republic-of-china-final-affirmative-countervailing-duty-determination/ Active Anode Material — AD (Final Affirmative Determination of Sales at Less Than Fair Value) The Department of Commerce issued its final affirmative determination that active anode material from China was sold in the United States at less than fair value during the period April 1 – September 30, 2024. The investigation assigned estimated weighted-average dumping margins of 93.50 percent for several exporter-producer combinations and 102.72 percent for the China-wide entity. Commerce also addressed separate rate determinations and scope issues for covered graphite-based anode materials used in battery production. Authority: Department of Commerce, ITA Policy Type: AD_CVD Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY China Indicator: EXPLICIT Case Number: A-570-194 Period of Investigation: April 1–September 30, 2024 Final Determination Date: February 10, 2026 Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/active-anode-material-from-the-peoples-republic-of-china-final-affirmative-determination-of-sales-at-less-than-fair-value/ 3) Key Takeaways (Factual) The ITC opened a new Section 337 investigation involving power converters used in AI and data center hardware, naming multiple Chinese and Taiwanese firms. Commerce issued final affirmative AD and CVD determinations on active anode material from China, confirming both subsidy and dumping findings. The ITC scheduled expedited sunset reviews of existing AD/CVD orders on solar panels from China and Taiwan to assess potential continuation of injury. These actions reflect ongoing enforcement of trade remedies under the Tariff Act of 1930 concerning Chinese-origin industrial and high-technology inputs. 4) Full Source Links (Index) Active anode material – CVD Final Determination (DOC) Active anode material – AD Final Determination (DOC) Solar panels – Expedited Reviews (ITC) Power converters – ITC Section 337 Investigation (ITC) 5) Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected and summarized from publicly available U.S. government materials, including the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content presented is not an official government publication and does not represent the views of any U.S. government authority. This article is provided for informational and research purposes only and does not constitute legal advice, compliance advice, or recommendations for any specific entity or transaction. 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Common Alloy Aluminum Sheet From the Kingdom of Bahrain: Final Results of Antidumping Duty Administrative Review; 2023-2024
Commerce Department Issues Final Results in 2023–2024 Antidumping Review of Aluminum Sheet from Bahrain Estimated reading time: 5–10 minutes On February 17, 2026, the U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) published the final results of its administrative review concerning antidumping duties on common alloy aluminum sheet imported from the Kingdom of Bahrain. The review covered the period from April 1, 2023, to March 31, 2024. Commerce found that Gulf Aluminium Rolling Mill B.S.C. (GARMCO) sold aluminum sheet in the United States at less than normal value during the review period. As a result, Commerce assigned GARMCO a final weighted-average dumping margin of 15.74 percent. Commerce made certain changes to its preliminary findings after analyzing comments from stakeholders. These changes were explained in the Issues and Decision Memorandum. The memorandum is available to the public through Commerce’s online portal (https://access.trade.gov). Background The preliminary results of this review were released on August 6, 2025, and published in the Federal Register (90 FR 37840). This review was conducted in line with Section 751(a)(1)(B) of the Tariff Act of 1930. Due to a lapse in government funding and a Federal Government shutdown, Commerce tolled deadlines in administrative proceedings twice—first by 47 days on November 14, 2025, and then by an additional 21 days on November 24, 2025. Scope of the Order The order covers aluminum sheet products from Bahrain. A detailed description is included in the Issues and Decision Memorandum. Final Results Commerce’s final results establish a 15.74 percent dumping margin for GARMCO for exports made between April 1, 2023, and March 31, 2024. Assessment of Duties Commerce will instruct U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to assess antidumping duties on entries of aluminum sheet from Bahrain made during the review period. For any entries produced by GARMCO but not known by it to be destined for the United States, CBP will apply the “all-others” rate of 4.83 percent if no specific rate applies to the intermediate parties involved. These instructions will be issued no earlier than 35 days after the notice is published. If litigation is filed in the U.S. Court of International Trade, CBP will delay liquidation of subject entries until the period for filing for a statutory injunction expires—90 days after publication. Cash Deposit Requirements Effective the date of publication of the final results: The cash deposit rate for GARMCO will be 15.74 percent. For companies not reviewed but previously assigned a company-specific rate, that rate remains in effect. If only the producer (but not the exporter) is previously rated, that producer’s most recent rate will apply. For all other producers and exporters, the cash deposit rate remains 4.83 percent. These deposit rates will remain in place until further notice. Importer Responsibilities Importers are reminded to file certificates regarding the reimbursement of duties under 19 CFR 351.402(f)(2) before liquidation. Failure to file may lead Commerce to assume reimbursement has occurred and impose double duties. Administrative Protective Orders Parties must comply with rules under administrative protective orders (APO), including timely destruction or return of proprietary information. Failure to comply is a violation and can result in sanctions. Authority This notice is issued under Sections 751(a)(1) and 777(i)(1) of the Tariff Act of 1930 and 19 CFR 351.221(b)(5). Dated: February 10, 2026. Christopher Abbott, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Policy and Negotiations, performing the non-exclusive functions and duties of the Assistant Secretary for Enforcement and Compliance. Appendix: Summary of Comments in the Final Memorandum Summary Background Scope of the Order Changes Since the Preliminary Results Discussion of the Issues Comment 1: Third-Country Comparison Market Comment 2: Major Input Adjustments Comment 3: Date of Sale Comment 4: By-Product Offsets Comment 5: Billing Adjustment Comment 6: Interest Expense Calculation Recommendation Federal Register Citation: 91 FR 7250–7252 (February 17, 2026) Federal Register Document Number: 2026-02984 BILLING CODE: 3510-DS-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.
Active Anode Material From the People’s Republic of China: Final Affirmative Determination of Sales at Less Than Fair Value
Commerce Finds Chinese Active Anode Material Sold Below Fair Value Estimated reading time: 6–10 minutes The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) announced its final determination in the antidumping duty investigation of active anode material from the People’s Republic of China. The agency concluded that the product is being sold in the United States at less than fair value (LTFV). The period of investigation (POI) spanned from April 1, 2024, through September 30, 2024. Commerce first released its preliminary findings on July 22, 2025. At that time, it also postponed the final determination to December 4, 2025. Due to the federal government shutdown and backlog in case filings, all administrative deadlines were later extended by a total of 68 days. As a result, Commerce published its final determination on February 10, 2026. Final dumping margins were assigned to various exporter-producer combinations. Each of them received a margin of 93.50 percent. The China-wide entity was assigned a final dumping margin of 102.72 percent, based on adverse facts available. Commerce also confirmed that certain Chinese exporters were ineligible for separate rates. This was due to changes in product scope and a lack of shipments during the POI. Scope of the Investigation The investigation covers active anode material. This product is an anode-grade graphite consisting of at least 90 percent carbon. It includes forms made from synthetic graphite, natural graphite, or blends. It may or may not have coatings. The material can appear in powder, dry, liquid, or block form. It has a maximum size of 80 microns in powder form. The product meets an energy density of at least 330 milliamp hours per gram and a graphitization degree of at least 80 percent. The scope includes products mixed with silicon-based materials or additives. These materials remain covered even when imported as part of an anode slurry, electrode, or subassembly. However, active anode materials already incorporated into imported lithium-ion batteries, battery modules, packs, and electric or hybrid vehicles are excluded. Commerce revised the scope since the preliminary stage. Certain products once included are no longer subject to this determination. Producers and Exporters Receiving Final Dumping Margin of 93.50 Percent: Tesla Manufacturing Brandenburg SE / BTR New Material Group Co., Ltd. Panasonic Global Procurement (China) Co., Ltd. / BTR New Material Group Co., Ltd. Panasonic Global Procurement (China) Co., Ltd. / BTR New Material Group Sales Co., Ltd. Panasonic Global Procurement (China) Co., Ltd. / BTR (Jiangsu) New Energy Material Panasonic Global Procurement (China) Co., Ltd. / Huzhou Kaijin New Energy Technology Corp., Ltd. Hunan Zhongke Shinzoom Co., Ltd. / Guizhou Zhongke Shinzoom Co., Ltd. Jiangxi Zichen Technology Co., Ltd. / Jiangxi Zichen Technology Co., Ltd. Resonac Corporation / Henan Yicheng New Energy Co., Ltd. Resonac Corporation / PetroChina Daqing Petrochemical Company Resonac Corporation / Qingdao Qingbei Carbon Products Co., Ltd. Shanghai Shanshan New Material Co., Ltd. / Inner Mongolia Shanshan Technology Co., Ltd. Shanghai Shanshan New Material Co., Ltd. / Sichuan Shanshan New Material Co., Ltd. Shanghai Shanshan New Material Co., Ltd. / Fujian Shanshan Technology Co., Ltd. Shanghai Shanshan New Material Co., Ltd. / Ningbo Shanshan New Material Technology Co., Ltd. Final Rate for the China-Wide Entity: 102.72 Percent Adverse facts available were applied to the China-wide entity as certain companies failed to cooperate or provide data. No new facts required a change from the preliminary determination in that regard. Cash Deposit Requirements Commerce will instruct U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to require cash deposits. These will match the dumping margins as adjusted for subsidy offsets where applicable. Cash deposit responsibilities depend on producer/exporter combinations. Suspension of Liquidation Commerce previously instructed CBP to suspend liquidation of entries entered on or after July 22, 2025. This was the Preliminary Determination date. CBP was instructed to stop this suspension for entries on or after January 18, 2026. For entries made during the suspension period, CBP must follow the rates listed in the final determination, unless the product falls outside the final scope. Next Steps If the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) issues a final affirmative injury determination, Commerce will issue an antidumping duty order. Final suspension of liquidation will be reinstated. If the ITC rules that there is no injury, no order will be issued. CBP will refund cash deposits and end the suspension. Interested parties must dispose of any proprietary data from the investigation according to the Administrative Protection Order (APO) provisions. For a full list of scope details and all topics covered in the decision memorandum, see Appendices I and II of 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.
Active Anode Material From the People’s Republic of China: Final Affirmative Countervailing Duty Determination
U.S. Trade Department Sets Final Duties on Battery Anode Imports from China Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes The United States Department of Commerce announced its final decision in a trade case involving active anode material from the People’s Republic of China. This decision was published in the Federal Register on February 17, 2026. The Commerce Department concluded that Chinese producers and exporters of active anode material received unfair subsidies from their government. This ruling is part of a countervailing duty (CVD) investigation. The investigation looked at product entries between January 1, 2023, and December 31, 2023. The Department began the investigation officially on January 25, 2025. A preliminary ruling was issued on May 28, 2025. An amended preliminary ruling followed on July 2, 2025, correcting some errors in the original subsidy rate estimates. The final ruling includes a list of Chinese companies and the countervailing duty rates assigned to each: Panasonic Global Procurement China Co., Ltd., and Panasonic Corporation of China: 66.86% BTR New Material Group Co., Ltd., and its affiliates: 66.82% Shanghai Shaosheng Knitted Sweat: 66.82% (rate based on adverse facts available) Huzhou Kaijin New Energy Technology Corp., Ltd.: 66.82% (rate based on adverse facts available) All Other Chinese producers and exporters: 66.86% The Department used verification procedures to examine records and documents provided during on-site reviews. The process followed required steps under U.S. trade law. Commerce made changes to the subsidy rate calculations from the preliminary review. Details of these changes are in the final Issues and Decision Memorandum, which is available online via the ACCESS system. The Commerce Department used facts available with adverse inferences for some companies, including Shanghai Shaosheng and Huzhou Kaijin. These companies did not respond properly to requests for information. All other producers will receive the same rate as Panasonic. This is because Panasonic was the only cooperating respondent without a zero or de minimis rate and not based only on adverse facts. The Department has instructed U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to continue collecting cash deposits. Suspension of liquidation applies to entries made on or before September 25, 2025. If the International Trade Commission (ITC) also finds material injury to the U.S. industry, CBP will assess duties on all impacted imports after that date. The ITC must now decide if the subsidies caused harm to U.S. producers. If the ITC agrees, the Department of Commerce will issue a final countervailing duty order. If the ITC decides there is no injury, the investigation ends, and duties collected so far will be refunded. The scope of the investigation includes graphite-based anode materials with certain purity and size characteristics. These materials are used in lithium-ion batteries. Certain finished products like electric vehicles, phones, or entire battery systems are excluded. The final determination closes a major step in a trade enforcement process aimed at active anode material from China. All documents related to this case are available to registered users through the ACCESS system at https://access.trade.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.
Crystalline Silicon Photovoltaic Products (Solar Panels) From China and Taiwan; Scheduling of Expedited Five-Year Reviews
USITC Schedules Expedited Reviews of Duties on Solar Panels from China and Taiwan Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes On February 17, 2026, the U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) announced the scheduling of expedited five-year reviews. These reviews involve antidumping and countervailing duty orders on crystalline silicon photovoltaic products (solar panels) from China and Taiwan. The review comes under the authority of the Tariff Act of 1930. The Commission will examine whether removing these duties would likely lead to material injury to U.S. producers. The USITC originally instituted these reviews on August 1, 2025. It then received responses from domestic and foreign parties. On December 22, 2025, the USITC ruled that responses from U.S. producers were “adequate.” Responses from foreign parties were ruled “inadequate.” Because of the lack of adequate responses from foreign parties, the Commission decided to conduct expedited reviews. This is allowed under Section 751(c)(3) of the Tariff Act (19 U.S.C. § 1675(c)(3)). Commissioner David S. Johanson voted for full reviews instead. The affected duties are: The antidumping duty order on solar panels from Taiwan. The antidumping and countervailing duty orders on solar panels from China. A staff report on the matter is being prepared. It will be placed in the nonpublic record and given to parties on the Administrative Protective Order service list by May 7, 2026. A public version will follow. Parties that submitted adequate information may file written comments. This is to inform the Commission’s final decision. These comments are due by May 12, 2026. They may not contain new factual information. Anyone else, including the general public, may file a short written statement by May 12, 2026. These statements also may not include new factual data. If the U.S. Department of Commerce extends the deadline for its final review results, then the deadline for USITC comments will shift. The new comment deadline will be three business days after Commerce issues its results. All submitted documents must follow the Commission’s rules. Any document that includes business proprietary information must meet special requirements under 19 CFR §§ 201.6, 207.3, and 207.7. Details are available in the Commission’s Handbook on Filing Procedures at www.usitc.gov. Every party to the review must send their filed documents to other parties involved. Each filing must include a certificate of service, or the Secretary will not accept the document. The Commission has also exercised its authority under 19 U.S.C. § 1675(c)(5)(B) to extend the review period. These reviews are declared “extraordinarily complicated,” and so the USITC may extend up to 90 days. This case is officially termed: Investigation Nos. 701-TA-511 and 731-TA-1246-1247 (Second Review). Questions can be directed to Julie Duffy in the Office of Investigations at (202) 708-2579. Hearing-impaired individuals may call 202-205-1810. Issued February 11, 2026, by Secretary to the Commission, Lisa Barton. Document Number: 2026-03031. 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.
