Justice Department, Antitrust Division Briefing 2025-06-13 Estimated reading time: 4 minutes 1. Notice Pursuant to the National Cooperative Research and Production Act of 1993-Customer Experience Hub Sub: Justice Department, Antitrust Division 2. Notice Pursuant to the National Cooperative Research and Production Act of 1993-Cooperative Research Group Corrosion Under Insulation-Phase 2 (CUI-Phase 2) Sub: Justice Department, Antitrust Division 3. Notice Pursuant to the National Cooperative Research and Production Act of 1993-Medical Technology Enterprise Consortium Sub: Justice Department, Antitrust Division 4. Notice Pursuant to the National Cooperative Research and Production Act of 1993-Medical CBRN Defense Consortium Sub: Justice Department, Antitrust Division 5. Notice Pursuant to the National Cooperative Research and Production Act of 1993-Rapid Response Partnership Vehicle Sub: Justice Department, Antitrust Division 6. Notice Pursuant to the National Cooperative Research and Production Act of 1993-Subcutaneous Drug Development & Delivery Consortium, Inc. Sub: Justice Department, Antitrust Division 7. Notice Pursuant to the National Cooperative Research and Production Act of 1993-Global Synchronizer Foundation Sub: Justice Department, Antitrust Division 8. Notice Pursuant to the National Cooperative Research and Production Act of 1993-Southwest Research Institute-Cooperative Research Group on Numerical Propulsion System Simulation Sub: Justice Department, Antitrust Division 9. Notice Pursuant to the National Cooperative Research and Production Act of 1993-Electrified Vehicle and Energy Storage Evaluation-II Sub: Justice Department, Antitrust Division 10. Notice Pursuant to the National Cooperative Research and Production Act of 1993-National Fire Protection Association Sub: Justice Department, Antitrust Division 11. James F. Brown, D.P.M.; Default Decision and Order Sub: Justice Department, Drug Enforcement Administration 12. Commerce in Explosives; 2025 Annual List of Explosive Materials Sub: Justice Department, Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives Bureau Content: This notice publishes the 2025 List of Explosive Materials, as required by law. The 2025 list is the same as the 2024 list published by ATF. 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 Metal Lockers and Parts Thereof From the People’s Republic of China: Final Results and Final Rescission, in Part, of Countervailing Duty Administrative Review; 2022
U.S. Commerce Department Issues Final Results on Chinese Metal Lockers Countervailing Duties Review Estimated reading time: 6–8 minutes The U.S. Department of Commerce has published the final results of its 2022 countervailing duty administrative review on certain metal lockers and parts from the People’s Republic of China. The review covers the period from January 1, 2022, through December 31, 2022. Key Findings The Department found that some Chinese producers and exporters received countervailable subsidies during the review period. The products in question are metal lockers imported from China. Final Subsidy Rates Hangzhou Evernew Machinery & Equipment Company: 220.95 percent. (This includes Zhejiang Yinghong Metalware Co., Ltd., which is cross-owned with Hangzhou Evernew.) Xingyi Metalworking Technology (Zhejiang) Co., Ltd.: 22.82 percent. Hangzhou Xline Machinery & Equipment Co., Ltd.: 22.82 percent. Jiangsu Wanlong Special Containers Co., Ltd.: 22.82 percent. Rescission for Four Companies The Department is rescinding the review for four companies. This decision comes from U.S. Customs and Border Protection data, which showed these companies had no entries of subject merchandise during the review period. The companies are: Kunshan Dongchu Precision Machinery Co., Ltd. Pingchu Chenda Storage Office Co., Ltd. Tianjin Jia Mei Metal Furniture Ltd. Zhejiang Xingyi Metal Products Co., Ltd. Methodology The Department conducted the review under section 751(a)(1)(A) of the Tariff Act of 1930. Subsidies were evaluated on financial contribution, benefit, and specificity, as defined in the Act. For some findings, Commerce used facts available and, in some cases, adverse facts available (AFA). Changes from Preliminary Results The rate for Hangzhou Evernew Machinery and Equipment Company (and its cross-owned producer) was revised based on comments and evidence. The Department also revised the rate for companies not selected for individual review. Because the rate for Hangzhou Evernew is now based on total AFA, the rate for the two non-selected companies (Hangzhou Xline Machinery & Equipment Co., Ltd. and Jiangsu Wanlong Special Containers Co., Ltd.) is set at the level for the cooperating mandatory respondent, Xingyi Metalworking. Cash Deposit Requirements The Department will instruct U.S. Customs and Border Protection to collect cash deposits of estimated countervailing duties at the rates listed above for those companies. These deposits apply to goods entered or withdrawn from warehouses for consumption on or after June 13, 2025. Firms not reviewed must continue to pay deposits at the all-others rate or their last company-specific rate. Duty Assessment For the companies with final rates, CBP will assess duties at the appropriate ad valorem rates. For rescinded companies, duties will be assessed at the cash deposit rate in effect during the review period. Assessment instructions will be issued no earlier than 35 days after publication of the final results. If a timely summons is filed in U.S. Court of International Trade, liquidation of entries will be held until the period for statutory injunction requests ends. Administrative Protective Order Parties with access to proprietary information under an administrative protective order (APO) must comply with regulations regarding the return or destruction of that information. Further Information These final results are in accordance with sections 751(a)(1) and 777(i)(1) of the Tariff Act and 19 CFR 351.221(b)(5). The Issues and Decision Memorandum related to this review is publicly available online via the ACCESS system at https://access.trade.gov. Dated: June 6, 2025. Steven Presing, Acting Deputy Assistant Secretary for Policy and Negotiations, U.S. Department of Commerce. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.
ITA Briefing 2025-06-13
Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Briefing 2025-06-13 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; Foreign-Trade Zone Applications Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration 2. Finished Carbon Steel Flanges From India: Final Results and Partial Rescission of Countervailing Duty Administrative Review; 2022 Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) determines that certain producers and/or exporters of finished carbon steel flanges (steel flanges) from India received countervailable subsidies during the period of review (POR) January 1, 2022, through December 31, 2022. In addition, Commerce is rescinding this review, in part, with respect to 30 companies. 3. Procedures To Administer Import Adjustment Offset Amounts for Certain Imports of Automobile Parts Under Proclamation 10908, as Amended Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: This notice announces the procedures for automobile manufacturers to apply for and use the import adjustment offset amount established by Presidential Proclamation 10925 of April 29, 2025, “Amendments to Adjusting Imports of Automobiles and Automobile Parts Into the United States,” (Proclamation 10925) to incentivize domestic automobile production and reduce American reliance on imports of foreign automobiles and their parts. Eligibility for the import adjustment offset amount is based on domestic final assembly of automobiles during an approximately two-year period. Import adjustment offset amounts awarded for qualifying automobiles assembled between April 3, 2025, and April 30, 2027, may be carried forward beyond that period until the full approved import adjustment offset amount is exhausted. No new import adjustment offset amounts will be granted for automobiles assembled after April 30, 2027. The intent of this program is to strengthen the U.S. automobile assembly operation capabilities and ensure national security objectives are met by reducing reliance on foreign automobile production and parts sourcing. 4. Notice of Opportunity To Request Administrative Review; Correction Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) published notice in the Federal Register of June 3, 2025, in which Commerce announced the opportunity to request administrative reviews of orders, findings, or suspended investigations with June anniversary dates. This notice inadvertently duplicated certain cases with May anniversary dates that were previously announced in the Federal Register of May 5, 2025. 5. Certain Metal Lockers and Parts Thereof From the People’s Republic of China: Final Results and Final Rescission, in Part, of Countervailing Duty Administrative Review; 2022 Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) determines that countervailable subsidies were provided to producers and exporters of certain metal lockers and parts thereof (metal lockers) from the People’s Republic of China (China). The period of review (POR) is January 1, 2022, through December 31, 2022. In addition, Commerce is rescinding this review, in part, with respect to four companies. 6. Ripe Olives From Spain: Final Results of Countervailing Duty Administrative Review; 2022 Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) determines that certain exporters/producers of ripe olives from Spain received countervailable subsidies during the period of review (POR) January 1, 2022, through December 31, 2022. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.
Aluminum Wire and Cable From China
U.S. Keeps Duties on Aluminum Wire and Cable From China Estimated reading time: 1–7 minutes On June 9, 2025, the United States International Trade Commission (USITC) made a key decision in its review of duties on aluminum wire and cable from China. The USITC reviewed two orders: a countervailing duty order and an antidumping duty order on aluminum wire and cable from China. These orders put extra charges on the imports from China to prevent unfair trade. The Commission looked at all of the information collected during the review. It decided, under the Tariff Act of 1930, that ending these orders would probably cause harm to companies in the United States. The harm could happen soon if the orders are removed. The reviews started on November 1, 2024. On February 4, 2025, the Commission decided to do expedited, or faster, reviews. The reviews are called Investigation Nos. 701-TA-611 and 731-TA-1428. The full findings and views of the Commission are in USITC Publication 5635, published in June 2025, under the name “Aluminum Wire and Cable from China: Investigation Nos. 701-TA-611 and 731-TA-1428 (Review).” The official order keeping the duties in place was issued by Lisa Barton, Secretary to the Commission. The notice was published in the Federal Register on June 13, 2025. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.
USITC Briefing 2025-06-13
International Trade Commission Briefing 2025-06-13 Estimated reading time: 3 minutes 1. Ceramic Tile From India Sub: International Trade Commission Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/06/13/2025-10752/ceramic-tile-from-india 2. Aluminum Wire and Cable From China Sub: International Trade Commission Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/06/13/2025-10751/aluminum-wire-and-cable-from-china 3. Crystalline Silicon Photovoltaic Cells, Whether Or Not Assembled Into Modules, From Cambodia, Malaysia, Thailand, and Vietnam Sub: International Trade Commission Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/06/13/2025-10744/crystalline-silicon-photovoltaic-cells-whether-or-not-assembled-into-modules-from-cambodia-malaysia 4. Silicon Metal From Angola, Australia, Laos, Norway, and Thailand Sub: International Trade Commission Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/06/13/2025-10743/silicon-metal-from-angola-australia-laos-norway-and-thailand 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 Lodging of Proposed Consent Decree Amendment Under the Clean Water Act
Department of Justice Announces Proposed Consent Decree Amendment for Youngstown, Ohio Estimated reading time: 5–8 minutes On June 6, 2025, the Department of Justice lodged a proposed Consent Decree Amendment with the United States District Court for the Northern District of Ohio. The case is titled United States et al. v. City of Youngstown, Ohio, Case No. 4:98-CV-2438. This proposed Amendment changes the Clean Water Act Consent Decree first entered in 2002. The Consent Decree and Long-Term Control Plan (LTCP) had addressed violations related to sewage and stormwater releases from the City of Youngstown’s combined sewer system. The LTCP had been approved by the U.S. EPA and the State of Ohio in 2015. The Amendment makes specific changes. First, it replaces the requirement to finish the “Wet Weather Facility Project” with a new requirement. The City must now complete the “CSO 6057 Control Measure Project.” This is an 80 million gallon per day (MGD) high-rate treatment facility. The facility will use cloth-disk filter media technology for the treatment of wet weather flows. Second, the Amendment replaces Chapter 5 of the LTCP with a new Chapter 5. This includes a Revised Implementation Schedule. The new schedule requires Youngstown to complete the “West-Division Interceptor Sewer Replacement.” This project is needed to reduce combined sewer overflows. The schedule for Phase 1 of the LTCP is changed as well. The changes set deadlines for the CSO 6057 Control Measure Project. The schedule for the “Mill Creek Project” will be compressed and accelerated. The Amendment also sets earlier deadlines to submit reports about new projects for LTCP Phase 2. There is now a 30-day public comment period on the proposed Consent Decree Amendment. Comments should be sent to the Assistant Attorney General, Environment and Natural Resources Division. Comments must mention United States et al. v. City of Youngstown, Ohio, D.J. Ref. No. 90-5-1-1-4383. Comments must be received within thirty days after June 12, 2025. Comments can be sent by email to the address listed in the notice, or by mail to: Assistant Attorney General, U.S. DOJ–ENRD, P.O. Box 7611, Washington, DC 20044-7611. Written comments may be made part of the public record. During the comment period, the full Consent Decree Amendment can be read and downloaded at: https://www.justice.gov/enrd/consent-decrees. Anyone needing help accessing the document can contact the Department of Justice by email or mail at the addresses given above. Laura Thoms, the Assistant Section Chief, Environmental Enforcement Section, Environment and Natural Resources Division, submitted this notice. Reference: Federal Register, Volume 90, Number 112, June 12, 2025, Page 24817. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.
DOJ Briefing 2025-06-12
Justice Department Briefing 2025-06-12 Estimated reading time: 2 minutes 1. Notice of Lodging of Proposed Consent Decree Amendment Under the Clean Water Act Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/06/12/2025-10680/notice-of-lodging-of-proposed-consent-decree-amendment-under-the-clean-water-act Sub: Justice Department 2. United States v. Keysight Technologies Inc., et al.; Proposed Final Judgment and Competitive Impact Statement Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/06/12/2025-10536/united-states-v-keysight-technologies-inc-et-al-proposed-final-judgment-and-competitive-impact Sub: Justice Department, Antitrust Division Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.
Common Alloy Aluminum Sheet From the People’s Republic of China: Preliminary Results and Partial Rescission of Countervailing Duty Administrative Review; 2023
U.S. Department of Commerce Announces Preliminary Results of Aluminum Sheet Review From China Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes Background The U.S. Department of Commerce released its preliminary results for the countervailing duty review of common alloy aluminum sheet from the People’s Republic of China. The review covers January 1, 2023, through December 31, 2023. The Commerce Department first put the countervailing duty order in place in February 2019. This review started on April 9, 2024. Since then, Commerce made several changes to the timeline and extended deadlines several times. The deadline for these results was June 5, 2025. Companies Reviewed Commerce chose two main companies for detailed review: Henan Mingtai Al. Industrial Co., Ltd. Yinbang Clad Material Co., Ltd. Commerce also looked at related companies for Henan Mingtai Al. Industrial Co., Ltd. These are Henan Gongdian Thermal Co., Ltd. and Zhengzhou Mingtai Industry, Co., Ltd. Partial Rescission Commerce decided to stop the review for Alcha International Holdings Limited and Jiangsu Alcha Aluminium Co., Ltd. (known together as Alcha Group). Customs data shows they had no shipments of reviewed goods during the review period. No party commented on this. Calculation Method Commerce decided that subsidies were given to some companies and that these subsidies were specific and measurable. Commerce used “facts available with adverse inferences” for Henan Mingtai Al. and its related companies. This means the decisions are based on the information available when companies do not provide all needed data. Preliminary Subsidy Rates Commerce calculated the following preliminary countervailable subsidy rates for the period January 1, 2023, through December 31, 2023: Yinbang Clad Material Co., Ltd.: 9.45% Henan Mingtai Al. Industrial Co., Ltd.; Henan Gongdian Thermal Co., Ltd.; and Zhengzhou Mingtai Industry, Co., Ltd.: 238.22% Next Steps Commerce will share its detailed calculations with interested parties within five days. Comments and Hearing Requests Parties can send case briefs with comments within 21 days of the notice’s publication. Rebuttal briefs are due five days after the case briefs. Briefs must include a table of contents and a list of authorities. Parties should also write a short summary for each issue in their briefs. Hearing requests must be filed within 30 days of this notice. Hearings will cover only issues in the briefs. Assessment and Cash Deposit Rates After the final results, Commerce will instruct U.S. Customs and Border Protection on how to assess duties on entries from the review period. For the companies not reviewed, Commerce will tell Customs to keep collecting deposits at the previously determined rates. Final Results Commerce plans to issue the final results within 120 days after these preliminary results are published. Further Details These results were issued under U.S. law by the Deputy Assistant Secretary for Policy and Negotiations. Appendix Topics in the Preliminary Decision Memorandum include: Summary Background Scope of the Order China’s Economy Use of Facts Available and Adverse Inferences Subsidies Valuation Interest Rate Benchmarks Analysis of Programs Recommendation For full information, the public can access these details on the Enforcement and Compliance Centralized Electronic Service System (ACCESS) 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.
Wood Mouldings and Millwork Products From the People’s Republic of China: Preliminary Results and Partial Rescission of Countervailing Duty Administrative Review; 2023
U.S. Releases Preliminary Results for 2023 Review of Wood Mouldings and Millwork Products from China Estimated reading time: 5–10 minutes Background and Review Process The Department of Commerce started an administrative review of countervailing duties on wood mouldings and millwork products from China. The review covers the period from January 1, 2023, to December 31, 2023. Commerce chose two companies as mandatory respondents in the review: Zhejiang Senya Board Industry Co., Ltd. (Senya Board) Fujian Yinfeng Imp & Exp Trading Co., Ltd. (Yinfeng) The review originally included 38 producers and exporters. On certain occasions, some reviewing parties withdrew their review requests for some companies, so Commerce rescinded the review for those companies. In total, 22 companies were rescinded from the review because of withdrawn requests or because there were no imports during the review period. Methodology The review used the requirements stated in the Tariff Act of 1930 and relevant federal regulations. Commerce examined different subsidy programs and decided that financial contributions from the Chinese government gave certain companies unfair advantages. For companies not individually investigated, Commerce used the weighted average of the subsidy rates given to the two main respondents. Preliminary Results Commerce found the following preliminary subsidy rates for the review period: Zhejiang Senya Board Industry Co., Ltd.: 26.25 percent Fujian Yinfeng Imp & Exp Trading Co., Ltd.: 10.16 percent Non-selected companies under review: 12.94 percent These rates will apply from January 1, 2023, through December 31, 2023. Rescission of Review for Some Companies The Department rescinded the review for certain companies because all requests were withdrawn or there were no reviewable entries. The list of impacted companies can be found in Appendices II and III of the official notice. Public Comment Parties interested in this review can submit case briefs within 21 days after the notice’s publication. Rebuttal briefs are due five days after case briefs. All briefs must include a table of contents and a table of authorities. Summaries for each issue in the brief are required and must not be more than 450 words per issue. Parties requesting a hearing must file electronically and must state their name, address, and contact information. They must also state whether any foreign nationals will participate and list the issues to be discussed. Final Results The final results of the review will come within 120 days of publication. The Department will address all issues raised in submitted briefs. Assessment and Cash Deposits Once the review is complete, duties will be assessed. For companies with rescinded reviews, duties will be based on the cash deposit rates that were in effect at the time of import during 2023. For companies still under review, new rates will apply after the final results. After the final results are published, new cash deposit instructions will be sent to U.S. Customs and Border Protection. These rates will stay in effect until further notice. For More Information The full list of topics from the review and lists of companies involved are in the Federal Register notice. Additional information is available at the Department of Commerce’s Antidumping and Countervailing Duty Centralized Electronic Service System (ACCESS). These results are effective as of June 12, 2025. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.
ITA Briefing 2025-06-12
Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Briefing 2025-06-12 Estimated reading time: 5 minutes 1. Agreement Suspending the Countervailing Duty Investigation on Sugar From Mexico: Final Results of the 2023 Administrative Review Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) determines that the Government of Mexico (GOM) and the respondent companies selected for individual examination, Azucarera San Jose De Abajo S.A. and Santa Rosalia de la Chontalpa, SA de CV and its affiliates, were in compliance with the terms of the Agreement Suspending the Countervailing Duty Investigation on Sugar from Mexico, as amended (CVD Agreement), during the period of review (POR) from January 1, 2023, through December 31, 2023. Commerce also determines that the CVD Agreement met the statutory requirements during the POR. 2. Certain Steel Nails From Taiwan: 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 steel nails (nails) from Taiwan were sold in the United States at less than normal value during the period of review (POR), July 1, 2023, through June 30, 2024. 3. Polyester Textured Yarn From India: Final Results of Antidumping Duty Administrative Review; 2023 Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) determines that polyester textured yarn (yarn) from India was not sold at less than normal value during the period of review (POR), January 1, 2023, through December 31, 2023. 4. Oil Country Tubular Goods From Argentina: Final Results of Antidumping Duty Administrative Review; 2022-2023 Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) determines that Siderca S.A.I.C. (Siderca), the sole mandatory respondent in this administrative review, and a producer and exporter of oil country tubular goods (OCTG) from Argentina, made sales of subject merchandise at less than normal value during the period of review (POR) May 11, 2022, through October 31, 2023. 5. Wood Mouldings and Millwork Products From the People’s Republic of China: Preliminary Results and Partial Rescission of Countervailing Duty Administrative Review; 2023 Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) preliminarily finds that countervailable subsidies are being provided to producers and exporters of wood moulding 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. In addition, Commerce is rescinding this review with respect to 22 companies. Interested parties are invited to comment on these preliminary results of review. 6. Certain Cut-to-Length Carbon-Quality Steel Plate From the Republic of Korea: Preliminary Results and Partial Rescission of Countervailing Duty Administrative Review; 2023 Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) preliminarily determines that certain exporters/producers of certain cut-to-length 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. Commerce is also rescinding this review, in part, with respect to six companies. Interested parties are invited to comment on these preliminary results. 7. Common Alloy Aluminum Sheet From the People’s Republic of China: Preliminary Results and Partial Rescission of Countervailing Duty Administrative Review; 2023 Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) preliminarily determines that countervailable subsidies were provided to producers and exporters of common alloy aluminum sheet (aluminum sheet) from the People’s Republic of China (China), during the period of review January 1, 2023, through December 31, 2023. In addition, Commerce is rescinding this review, in part, with respect to one company. Interested parties are invited to comment on these preliminary results. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.
Notice of OFAC Sanctions Actions
U.S. Treasury Sanctions Individuals Linked to Illicit Drug Trade Estimated reading time: 5–10 minutes The U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has added several individuals to the Specially Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons List (SDN List). The sanctions are based on findings that these people have aided in the spread of illegal drugs or related activity. The action is based on Executive Order 14059, “Imposing Sanctions on Foreign Persons Involved in the Global Illicit Drug Trade.” This order was issued on December 15, 2021. The order blocks property and interests in property in the United States for those involved with the illegal drug trade globally. The sanctions were announced on June 5, 2025. The full list of sanctioned individuals follows: 1. Mark Cromwell Also known as “Demon” and “Diamond” Addresses: Lot 40 Vigilance and Lot 10 Buxton, East Coast Demerara, Guyana Date of Birth: March 29, 1982 Place of Birth: Guyana Nationality: Guyana Gender: Male Reason: Actions or transactions connected to spreading illegal drugs or their production. 2. Paul Daby Jr. Also known as Paul Daby Ramsuchit, “Randell,” and “Rondell” Address: 127 D’Aguiar Park, Georgetown, Guyana Date of Birth: July 6, 1985 Place of Birth: Georgetown, Guyana Nationality: Guyana Gender: Male Passport: R0232980 (Guyana) National ID: 112094656 (Guyana) Reason: Actions or transactions connected to spreading illegal drugs or their production. 3. Randolph Duncan Also known as Rudolph Duncan Address: Guyana Date of Birth: February 18, 1970 Place of Birth: Georgetown, Guyana Nationality: Guyana Gender: Male Cedula: V-25086099 (Venezuela) Reason: Actions or transactions connected to spreading illegal drugs or their production. 4. Manuel Salazar Gutierrez Also known as “Manguera” and “Orejon” Country: Colombia Date of Birth: December 31, 1966 Nationality: Colombia Gender: Male Cedula: 76252205 (Colombia) Passport: BC336116 (Colombia) Reason: Actions or transactions connected to spreading illegal drugs or their production. 5. Yeison Andres Sanchez Vallejo Also known as “Andreas” and “Blacks” Countries: Colombia and Guyana (Arakaka, Barima-Waini Region, Guyana) Date of Birth: July 15, 1990 Place of Birth: Puerto Salgar, Colombia Nationality: Colombia Gender: Male Cedula: 1003698707 (Colombia) Passport: AU089105 (Colombia) Reason: Actions or transactions connected to spreading illegal drugs or their production. 6. Himnauth Sawh Country: Guyana Date of Birth: June 3, 1988 Place of Birth: Cane Grove, Guyana Nationality: Guyana Gender: Male Passport: R0293133 (Guyana) Reason: Actions or transactions connected to spreading illegal drugs or their production. All assets and interests in property in the U.S. of these individuals are now blocked. U.S. persons are not allowed to do business with them. Further details about OFAC sanctions can be found at https://ofac.treasury.gov. For more information, contact OFAC’s Associate Director for Global Targeting at 202-622-2420 or Assistant Director for Sanctions Compliance at 202-622-2490. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.
Notice of OFAC Sanctions Action
U.S. Treasury Adds New Names to OFAC Sanctions List Estimated reading time: 1–3 minutes The U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has taken new action. On June 6, 2025, OFAC placed new names on its Specially Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons List (SDN List). This means all property and interests in property of these persons that fall under U.S. jurisdiction are now blocked. U.S. persons cannot do business or have financial transactions with these people. OFAC is part of the Treasury Department. It handles sanctions and makes sure they are followed. Sanctions are used to stop certain people and groups from using money or banks linked to the U.S. The OFAC notice was first issued on June 6, 2025. The official information was printed in the Federal Register, Volume 90, Number 111, on June 11, 2025. The notice includes detailed lists and information about who has been added. If you need more details, the full SDN List is on OFAC’s website at https://ofac.treasury.gov. The web page also has additional information about sanctions. People with questions can contact OFAC. For Global Targeting: 202-622-2420 For Licensing: 202-622-2480 For Sanctions Compliance: 202-622-2490 Or visit: https://ofac.treasury.gov/contact-ofac The notice is signed by Lisa M. Palluconi, Acting Director, Office of Foreign Assets Control. This action means that U.S. persons must not help or work with the listed persons. The law also blocks any items or money they might have in the United States. The official notice and the sanctions are published on pages 24699 to 24707 of the Federal Register for June 11, 2025. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.
OFAC Briefing 2025-06-11
Treasury Department, Foreign Assets Control Office Briefing 2025-06-11 Estimated reading time: 3 minutes 1. Notice of OFAC Sanctions Action Sub: Treasury Department, Foreign Assets Control Office Content: The U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is publishing the names of one or more persons 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. 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. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.
Notice Pursuant to the National Cooperative Research and Production Act of 1993-Utility Broadband Alliance, Inc.
Department of Justice Releases Update on Utility Broadband Alliance, Inc. Membership Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes The Department of Justice has released a notice about Utility Broadband Alliance, Inc. (UBBA) in the Federal Register on June 11, 2025. On April 16, 2025, UBBA sent notifications under section 6(a) of the National Cooperative Research and Production Act of 1993. The notifications were sent at the same time to the Attorney General and the Federal Trade Commission. The law is found at 15 U.S.C. 4301 and is known as “the Act.” The notice shows there are changes in the UBBA membership. These notifications are for the purpose of extending the Act’s rules. The Act limits antitrust plaintiffs to recovering only actual damages in certain cases. The new parties added to the UBBA group are: Actalent, Tulsa, OK Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP, Washington, DC Valmont Telecom, Omaha, NE Midwave Wireless, Vienna, VA Forsk US, Inc., Chicago, IL Morse Micro, Irvine, CA No other changes have been made to the group’s membership or activities. UBBA membership stays open. UBBA will send more notifications if membership changes. UBBA filed its first notice under section 6(a) of the Act on May 4, 2021. The Department of Justice published a notice in the Federal Register on June 10, 2021 (86 FR 30981). The last membership update was filed on January 17, 2025. A Federal Register notice was published about that on March 7, 2025 (90 FR 11552). The notice was signed by Suzanne Morris, Deputy Director Civil Enforcement Operations, Antitrust Division. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.
Notice Pursuant to the National Cooperative Research and Production Act of 1993-MLCommons Association
MLCommons Association Updates Membership, Department of Justice Notice Issued Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes On May 16, 2025, the MLCommons Association filed an official notice with the Attorney General and the Federal Trade Commission. This filing is required under section 6(a) of the National Cooperative Research and Production Act of 1993. The Act helps limit antitrust claims against members. It allows plaintiffs to collect only actual damages under certain situations. New Members Added MLCommons has added new members to its group. The following parties are now part of the organization: DataCrunch, Helsinki, Republic of Finland Nebius BV, Amsterdam, Kingdom of the Netherlands Scitix (SGP) Tech. PTE Ltd., Singapore, Republic of Singapore Persimmons, Inc., Milpitas, California The Constant Company, LLC, West Palm Beach, Florida MiTAC Computing Technology Corporation, Hsinchu, Republic of China (Taiwan) Chiara Bonfanti (individual member), Torino, Italian Republic Bhavesh Davda (individual member), Fremont, California Yongsang Park (individual member), Cupertino, California Jared Willard (individual member), Minneapolis, Minnesota Naeem Khoshnevis (individual member), Cambridge, Massachusetts Withdrawn Members Some parties have withdrawn from MLCommons. These are: Guangdong OPPO Mobile Telecommunications Corp., Ltd., DongGuan City, People’s Republic of China Neuchips Corporation, Hsinchu, Republic of China (Taiwan) VerifAI Inc, Palo Alto, California VMind Technologies, Inc., San Francisco, California Moreh Inc., Seoul, Republic of Korea NeuReality LTD., Ceaseria, State of Israel Neural Magic, Inc., Somerville, Massachusetts PowerML, Inc, Palo Alto, California UNTETHER AI, Toronto, Canada Turaco Strategy, LLC, Boulder, Colorado Membership Status and History No other changes have been made to the group’s membership or planned activities. Membership in the research project remains open. MLCommons will continue to file written notifications for all membership changes. The original notification for MLCommons was filed on September 15, 2020. The Department of Justice published this in the Federal Register on September 29, 2020. The last membership update was filed on February 26, 2025. That update appeared in the Federal Register on March 18, 2025. Notice Information This notice was published by Suzanne Morris, Deputy Director of Civil Enforcement Operations for the Antitrust Division of the Department of Justice. Federal Register Citation: 90 FR 24670, June 11, 2025. BILLING CODE 4410-11-P Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.
DOJ Briefing 2025-06-11
Justice Department, Antitrust Division Briefing 2025-06-11 Estimated reading time: 3 minutes 1. Notice Pursuant to the National Cooperative Research and Production Act of 1993-MLCommons Association Sub: Justice Department, Antitrust Division 2. Notice Pursuant to the National Cooperative Research and Production Act of 1993-Utility Broadband Alliance, Inc. Sub: Justice Department, Antitrust Division 3. Notice Pursuant to the National Cooperative Research and Production Act of 1993-Consortium for Rare Earth Technologies Sub: Justice Department, Antitrust Division 4. Notice Pursuant to the National Cooperative Research and Production Act of 1993-Pistoia Alliance, Inc. Sub: Justice Department, Antitrust Division 5. Notice Pursuant to the National Cooperative Research and Production Act of 1993-Naval Surface Technology & Innovation Sub: Justice Department, Antitrust Division 6. Notice Pursuant to the National Cooperative Research and Production Act of 1993-PXI Systems Alliance, Inc. Sub: Justice Department, Antitrust Division 7. Notice Pursuant to the National Cooperative Research and Production Act of 1993-TM Forum Sub: Justice Department, Antitrust Division 8. Notice Pursuant to the National Cooperative Research and Production Act of 1993-The Open Group, L.L.C. Sub: Justice Department, Antitrust Division Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.
Certain Cold-Drawn Mechanical Tubing of Carbon and Alloy Steel From India: Final Results of Antidumping Duty Administrative Review; 2022-2023; Correction
Correction Issued on Antidumping Review for Cold-Drawn Mechanical Tubing from India Estimated reading time: 2–3 minutes The U.S. Department of Commerce has released a correction to its earlier notice on the final results of the antidumping duty review for certain cold-drawn mechanical tubing of carbon and alloy steel from India. The Department published the final results for this product’s 2022-2023 administrative review in the Federal Register on April 14, 2025. In the April notice, Commerce gave the name of one mandatory respondent as “Goodluck India Limited.” It did not include other names under which this company’s products might be shipped to the United States. The correction notice has now listed all possible company names. The names identified are: Goodluck India Limited Good Luck Steel Tubes Ltd. Good Luck Industries Goodluck Industries The cash deposit and assessment rates calculated for “Goodluck India Limited” now apply to these other company names as well. This correction was published on June 11, 2025, in Volume 90, Number 111 of the Federal Register. The correction refers to previous entries where the same issue occurred and reminds interested parties of the names to which rates apply. For more information, the contact at the U.S. Department of Commerce is Colin Thrasher, AD/CVD Operations, Office V, Enforcement and Compliance. The office is located at 1401 Constitution Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20230. The phone number is (202) 482-3004. This correction notice follows the rules included in sections 751(a)(1) and 777(i)(1) of the Tariff Act of 1930, as amended. The notice was signed by Christopher Abbott, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Policy and Negotiations. The notice was formally issued and published on June 5, 2025. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.
Certain Metal Lockers and Parts Thereof From the People’s Republic of China: Final Results of Antidumping Duty Administrative Review and Final Determination of No Shipments; 2022-2023; Correction
U.S. Commerce Department Corrects Metal Locker Antidumping Rate for China Estimated reading time: 2–3 minutes The United States Department of Commerce (Commerce) has made a correction about the cash deposit rate for metal lockers and parts from China. This update was published in the Federal Register on June 11, 2025. The mistake was found in a previous notice from April 16, 2025. That notice was about the final results for the 2022–2023 review of the antidumping duty order on certain metal lockers and parts from China. Commerce said it had listed the China-wide cash deposit rate as 322.25 percent. This was not correct. The actual existing cash deposit rate for the China-wide entity is 311.71 percent. Because of the mistake, Commerce will issue new liquidation instructions. These new instructions will have the correct China-wide rate of 311.71 percent. The correction applies to the “China-Wide Entity” section from the April 16, 2025, notice. The correct number—311.71 percent—is now the official cash deposit rate for the China-wide entity. This notice was signed on June 5, 2025, by Christopher Abbott. He is the Deputy Assistant Secretary for Policy and Negotiations at the International Trade Administration. If you have questions, you can contact Matthew Palmer at the U.S. Department of Commerce. His phone number is (202) 482-1678. This update follows rules under section 751(c) of the Tariff Act of 1930, as amended, and 19 CFR 351.221(b)(5). 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.
Vertical Metal File Cabinets From the People’s Republic of China: Continuation of Antidumping Duty and Countervailing Duty Orders
Commerce Department Continues Antidumping and Countervailing Duties on Vertical Metal File Cabinets From China Estimated reading time: 4–6 minutes The U.S. Department of Commerce has announced the continued enforcement of antidumping duty (AD) and countervailing duty (CVD) orders on vertical metal file cabinets imported from the People’s Republic of China. This action follows determinations by both the Department of Commerce and the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC). They found that removing these orders would likely cause dumping, unfair government subsidies, and harm to American industries. Background The original antidumping and countervailing duty orders were published in the Federal Register on December 13, 2019. These orders aim to protect U.S. industries from unfair competition due to low-priced imports and government-supported exporters. In November 2024, the ITC began the first five-year (sunset) reviews. The Department of Commerce started its review soon after. The reviews followed section 751(c) of the Tariff Act of 1930. The Commerce Department determined that removing these orders would likely result in continued dumping and subsidized imports. The ITC agreed that removing the orders would likely cause injury to U.S. companies. On May 30, 2025, the ITC confirmed its decision. The Commerce Department is therefore continuing the AD and CVD orders. U.S. Customs and Border Protection will keep collecting AD and CVD deposits at the existing rates for all vertical metal file cabinets covered by these orders. Scope of the Orders These orders cover freestanding vertical metal file cabinets. The cabinets must have two or more drawers or extendable storage parts and be 25 inches wide or less. The main features include: Made of carbon, alloy steel, or other metals (painted, coated, or galvanized). Have two or more extendable elements (like drawers) sized for letter (8.5 x 11 inches) or legal (8.5 x 14 inches) hanging files. May include small storage parts (like pencil drawers) as long as these do not total more than six inches in height. May have a non-extendable storage area (like a small cubby) not higher than six inches. Are “freestanding” with a solid top—not made for attaching to desks or worktops. May have wheels, casters, or similar features. Accessories packaged with the cabinets do not remove them from the scope. Can be imported assembled or unassembled, if all essential parts are included. Exclusions from the Orders The orders explicitly do not cover: Lateral metal file cabinets (wider than 25 inches, body width is more than depth). Pedestal file cabinets (file cabinets with body depths greater than or equal to width, under 31 inches in height, and with certain features such as a central locking system, 90% drawer extension, minimum weight density of 9.5 lbs./cubic foot, and casters or glides). Fire-resistant cabinets meeting Underwriters Laboratories standard 72, class 350. The cabinets are mostly classified under Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS) subheading 9403.10.0020, but may also be imported under other related subheadings. Continued Enforcement Commerce is continuing the orders, with the effective date of continuation as May 30, 2025. Customs will keep collecting deposits as before. The next five-year review is scheduled to begin within 30 days before the fifth anniversary of the last ITC decision. Administrative Notes The notice reminds parties involved about their responsibilities concerning confidential information. Parties must dispose of or convert confidential materials, according to the rules, after the proceeding. This continuation was published as required under the Tariff Act and related regulations. Official Dated: June 5, 2025. Christopher Abbott, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Policy and Negotiations (Performing the duties of the Assistant Secretary for Enforcement and Compliance). Federal Register Doc. 2025-10576, filed on June 10, 2025. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.
Certain Alkyl Phosphate Esters From the People’s Republic of China: Antidumping and Countervailing Duty Orders
U.S. Announces Antidumping and Countervailing Duties on Alkyl Phosphate Esters from China Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes The U.S. Department of Commerce has issued new orders on certain alkyl phosphate esters from the People’s Republic of China. These orders enforce both antidumping (AD) and countervailing (CVD) duties. The decision comes after final positive determinations by the Department of Commerce and the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC). What’s Included in the Orders These orders apply to specific chemical products called alkyl phosphate esters. These are phosphorus-based ester chemicals. They include compounds like tris (2-chloroisopropyl) phosphate (TCPP), tris (1,3-dichloroisopropyl) phosphate (TDCP), and triethyl phosphate (TEP). The orders cover both halogenated and non-halogenated esters with a phosphorus content of at least 6.5% and a viscosity between 1 and 2000 mPa·s (at 20-25°C). The products are classified under three Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS) codes: 2919.90.5050, 2919.90.5010, and 3824.99.5000. Blends that have at least 20% alkyl phosphate esters by weight are also covered. Why These Duties Were Ordered On April 25, 2025, the Department of Commerce found that alkyl phosphate esters from China were both sold at less than fair value (antidumping) and subsidized by the Chinese government (countervailable subsidies). The ITC agreed, finding that U.S. companies were harmed by these imports. Antidumping Duty Details The antidumping duty order affects unliquidated entries of alkyl phosphate esters from China entered after December 4, 2024. U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) will now collect duties on these imports. Exporters and producers from China are assigned different rates. Producer Exporter Dumping Margin (%) Cash Deposit Rate (%) Anhui RunYue Technology Co., Ltd. Anhui RunYue Technology Co., Ltd. 254.60 167.46 Zhejiang Wansheng Co., Ltd. Zhejiang Wansheng Co., Ltd. 152.38 126.45 Xinji Hongzheng Chemical Co., Ltd. ACETO (SHANGHAI) LTD. 174.40 135.28 Several Others (see official order) Various 174.40 135.28 China-wide Entity — 269.02 243.09 The China-wide entity rate is based on adverse facts. Duration of Rules Suspension of liquidation remains in effect from the date of the ITC’s final affirmative injury determination published in the Federal Register, June 11, 2025. There is a gap between June 2, 2025 (the end of provisional measures), until the date of ITC’s determination publication, where no duties are collected. Countervailing Duty Details For countervailing duties, the order applies to entries imported after October 1, 2024. The following subsidy rates apply: Company Subsidy Rate (%) Anhui RunYue Technology Co., Ltd.; Yixing RunYue Enterprise Management Co., Ltd. 117.51 Zhejiang Wansheng Co., Ltd. 81.82 Zhejiang Wanda Tools Group Corp. 491.21* All Others 91.07 *Rate is based on adverse facts. Scope of Products The orders cover: Tris (2-chloroisopropyl) phosphate (TCPP) Tris (1,3-dichloroisopropyl) phosphate (TDCP) Triethyl phosphate (TEP) Any blends containing 20% or more of these esters by weight Products are included even if they consist of a single isomer or mixtures different from those usually sold. Process for Interested Parties The Commerce Department will establish an annual inquiry service list for this order. Interested parties must submit an entry of appearance in the Antidumping and Countervailing Duty Electronic Service System (ACCESS) within 30 days after the order’s publication to be included. Petitioners and foreign governments will be added automatically each year after their initial entry. Official Publication This action was published on June 11, 2025, in the Federal Register (Vol. 90, No. 111, pages 24579–24582). More information on such duty orders is available at: https://www.trade.gov/data-visualization/adcvd-proceedings Contacts for Further Information Dennis McClure (AD Issues): (202) 482-5973 Benjamin Nathan (CVD Issues): (202) 482-3834 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.
Thermoformed Molded Fiber Products From the People’s Republic of China: Correction and Amended Preliminary Determination of Sales at Less Than Fair Value
U.S. Commerce Department Amends Preliminary Determination on Thermoformed Molded Fiber Products from China Estimated reading time: 4–6 minutes U.S. Commerce Department Amends Preliminary Determination on Thermoformed Molded Fiber Products from China The U.S. Department of Commerce has changed its preliminary decision in the investigation of thermoformed molded fiber products from China. The Department is correcting mistakes found in its first review of whether these products are being sold in the United States at less than fair value. Background and Investigation The investigation began with a publication on May 12, 2025. Companies from China, such as Shaoneng Group Guangdong Luzhou Eco Technology Co., Ltd., Shaoneng Group Luzhou Eco (Xinfeng) Technology Co., Ltd., and Zhejiang Zhongxin Environmental Protection Technology Group Co., Ltd. said the Department made some errors. These mistakes included missing some producer names and using the wrong amount for electricity costs. Errors Corrected The Department agrees with the companies. It fixed the list of exporter-producer combinations. It also corrected the rate for the company group called Zhongxin Group, because it had used the wrong number for electricity in its calculations. Since the rate for other companies was based on Zhongxin Group’s numbers, these rates were also changed. The changes in rates were large, more than five percentage points, which is considered significant. New Cash Deposit and Dumping Margin Rates The Department has listed new rates. Here are some examples: Zhejiang Zhongxin Environmental Protection Technology Group Co., Ltd. and related companies: 136.54% estimated dumping margin, 136.27% cash deposit rate. Many other exporter-producer combinations: 110.30% estimated dumping margin, 110.16% cash deposit rate. China-wide Entity: 477.97% rate (based on facts available with adverse inferences). These rates show by how much products from China are considered by the Department to be sold below fair value in the U.S. Retroactive Changes The new cash deposit rates will be used starting from May 12, 2025. This is the same date as the first publication of the preliminary decision. This means that money collected for imports after this date will use the new rates. Notification The Department will tell the U.S. International Trade Commission about these changes. All parties interested will be notified. Scope of the Investigation The investigation covers all thermoformed molded fiber products from China. These goods are made from cellulose fibers, shaped and dried in heated molds. Items include plates, bowls, trays, food containers, and packaging. They may have different sizes, shapes, and finishes. They are usually dense and have smooth surfaces. They can be made from any fiber source, may be printed, colored, or include different chemicals for function. Some products are not included in this investigation, such as: Products already covered by other orders on paper plates from China, Thailand, and Vietnam. Products imported as packaging around other final goods, like molded fiber around mobile phones. Products processed in a third country are still included if they match the description. The main customs codes used are 4823.70.0020 and 4823.70.0040 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS), but other codes may also apply. Conclusion These changes affect the rates and cash deposits for all the companies involved in importing thermoformed molded fiber products from China. The Department has corrected the mistakes and updated the rules moving forward. This update is required by law and was dated June 5, 2025. Source: Federal Register, Volume 90, Number 111, June 11, 2025 Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.
ITA Briefing 2025-06-11
Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Briefing 2025-06-11 Estimated reading time: 6 minutes 1. Stainless Steel Bar From India: Preliminary Results and Intent To Rescind, in Part, of Antidumping Duty Administrative Review; 2023-2024 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 stainless steel bar from India. The period of review (POR) is February 1, 2023, through January 31, 2024. This review covers eight producers/exporters of the subject merchandise. We preliminarily determine that Atlas Stainless Corporation Private Limited (Atlas) to be collapsed with Astrabright LLP, Bahubali Steel Industries, Eurostahl Tech LLP, Venus Metal Corporation, Precision Metals, Venus Wire Industries Private Limited, Hindustan Inox Limited, and Sieves Manufactures (India) Private Limited, and sold subject merchandise at less than at normal value (NV) during the POR. We also preliminary determine that Aamor Inox Limited (Aamor) did not make sales of subject merchandise at less than NV during the POR. We invite interested parties to comment on these preliminary results. 2. Certain Crystalline Silicon Photovoltaic Products From Taiwan: Preliminary Results of Antidumping Duty Administrative Review; 2023-2024 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 crystalline silicon photovoltaic products (solar products) from Taiwan. This review covers one exporter/producer, the sole mandatory respondent in this review, EEPV Corp. (EEPV). The period of review (POR) is February 1, 2023, through January 31, 2024. Commerce preliminary determines that sales of subject merchandise have not been made below normal value (NV) by EEPV during the POR. Interested parties are invited to comment on these preliminary results. 3. Sodium Nitrite From India: Preliminary Results and Intent To Rescind, in Part, of Countervailing Duty Administrative Review; 2022-23 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 sodium nitrite from India. The period of review (POR) is June 21, 2022, through December 31, 2023. In addition, Commerce, intends to rescind this review with respect to three companies. Interested parties are invited to comment on these preliminary results. 4. Certain Frozen Warmwater Shrimp From the Socialist Republic of Vietnam: Preliminary Results, Notice of Intent To Rescind, in Part, and Final Rescission, in Part, of Antidumping Duty Administrative Review; 2023-2024 Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) preliminarily determines that sales of certain frozen warmwater shrimp (shrimp) from the Socialist Republic of Vietnam (Vietnam) by Soc Trang Seafood Joint Stock Company (STAPIMEX) were made at prices below normal value (NV), that sales of shrimp from Vietnam by Thong Thuan Company Limited and Thong Thuan Cam Ranh Seafood Joint Stock Company (collectively, Thong Thuan/TTCR) were not made at prices below NV, and that 24 exporters are eligible for separate rates. Additionally, Commerce is rescinding the review with respect to certain exporters that had no reviewable entries of subject merchandise during the period of review (POR), February 1, 2023, through January 31, 2024. Interested parties are invited to comment on these preliminary results. 5. Certain Frozen Warmwater Shrimp From Thailand; Preliminary Results of Antidumping Duty Administrative Review, Rescission of Review, in Part, and Preliminary Determination of No Shipments; 2023-2024 Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) preliminarily finds that certain producers/exporters subject to this administrative review, made sales of subject merchandise at less than normal value (NV) during the period of review (POR) February 1, 2023, through January 31, 2024. Additionally, we preliminarily determine that certain companies for which we initiated a review did not have any shipments during the POR. We are rescinding this administrative review, in part, with respect to 175 companies. Interested parties are invited to comment on these preliminary results. 6. Certain Frozen Warmwater Shrimp From India: Preliminary Results of Antidumping Duty Administrative Review; 2023-2024 Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) preliminarily determines that producers and/or exporters subject to this review made sales of subject merchandise at less than normal value during the period of review (POR), February 1, 2023, through January 31, 2024. Interested parties are invited to comment on these preliminary results of review. 7. Large Top Mount Combination Refrigerator-Freezers From Thailand: Termination of Less-Than-Fair-Value Investigation Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: Based on a withdrawal of the antidumping duty (AD) petition on large top mount combination refrigerator-freezers (refrigerators) from Thailand by Electrolux Consumer Products, Inc. (the petitioner), we are terminating this less-than-fair-value (LTFV) investigation. 8. Thermoformed Molded Fiber Products From the Socialist Republic of Vietnam: Preliminary Affirmative Determination of Sales at Less Than Fair Value, Postponement of Final Determination and Extension of Provisional Measures; Correction Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) published a notice in the Federal Register on May 12, 2025, in which Commerce announced the preliminary determination in the less-than-fair-value (LTFV) investigation of thermoformed molded fiber products (molded fiber products) from the Socialist Republic of Vietnam (Vietnam). This notice corrects a typographical error in the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS) subheadings included in the scope of the investigation. 9. Thermoformed Molded Fiber Products From the People’s Republic of China: Correction and Amended Preliminary Determination of Sales at Less Than Fair Value Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) is amending the preliminary determination in the less-than-fair-value (LTFV) investigation of thermoformed molded fiber products (molded fiber products) from the People’s Republic of China (China) to correct certain significant ministerial errors. This notice also corrects a typographical error in the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS) subheadings included in the scope of the investigation. 10. Certain Alkyl Phosphate Esters From the People’s Republic of China: Antidumping and Countervailing Duty Orders Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: Based on affirmative final determinations by the U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce)
Overhead Door Counterbalance Torsion Springs From China and India; Scheduling of the Final Phase of Countervailing Duty and Antidumping Duty Investigations
US Investigates Imports of Overhead Door Counterbalance Torsion Springs from China and India Estimated reading time: 5–10 minutes The United States International Trade Commission (USITC) has announced the final phase scheduling of its investigation into imports of overhead door counterbalance torsion springs from China and India. This case looks at whether the U.S. industry is being harmed by these imports, which are thought to be sold at less-than-fair-value and subsidized. What Products Are Being Investigated? The products involved are helically-wound, overhead door counterbalance torsion steel springs. These springs usually have attached cones, plugs, or other fittings for mounting or making torque. The springs are used to lift and lower overhead doors, such as garage doors and warehouse doors. The springs covered must have: Coil inside diameter between 15.8 mm and 304.8 mm Wire diameter from 2.5 mm to 20.4 mm Length of at least 127 mm All wire types, shapes, and coatings are included. Springs with different winding orientations or end types are also included, as well as springs fitted with hardware like fasteners and cones. What Is Not Included? The following items are not under investigation: Leaf springs Disc springs Extension springs Compression springs Spiral springs Kits and Third-Country Processing If torsion springs and their fittings are shipped as part of overhead door kits, mounting kits, spring-operated or winder assemblies, they are included in the scope. If they undergo minor changes in another country before coming to the U.S., they are still covered. Background of the Investigation The investigation follows a petition filed on October 29, 2024, by three companies: IDC Group, Inc. (Minneapolis, Minnesota) Iowa Spring Manufacturing, Inc. (Adel, Iowa) Service Spring Corp. (Maumee, Ohio) The Department of Commerce found that these products from China and India may be subsidized and sold below fair value in the U.S. This led to the USITC starting its investigation as required by the Tariff Act of 1930. Important Dates and Procedures The prehearing staff report will be placed in the nonpublic record on August 7, 2025. The public hearing is set for August 21, 2025, starting at 9:30 a.m. Requests to appear at the hearing must be filed by August 15, 2025. Written testimony and presentation slides are due by noon on August 20, 2025. Prehearing briefs must be filed by August 14, 2025; posthearing briefs and public written statements by August 28, 2025. The Commission will share new information on September 9, 2025, allowing parties to comment by September 11, 2025. All official filings must be made electronically via the USITC’s Electronic Document Information System (EDIS). No paper filings will be accepted for now. Participation and Hearing Details Any party, including companies and consumer organizations, wishing to take part in the investigation must file an appearance. To get access to business proprietary information, parties must apply at least 21 days before the hearing. There are also specific rules for submitting hearing requests for remote testimony. Nonparties can ask to make short statements during the public hearing. Written submissions must follow detailed rules, especially if they contain confidential information. Contact Information For more details, contact Peter Stebbins at (202) 205-2039, Office of Investigations, USITC. Additional information and all documents are available online at https://www.usitc.gov and https://edis.usitc.gov. Issued by the USITC This notice was issued by Lisa Barton, Secretary to the Commission, on June 6, 2025. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.
USITC Briefing 2025-06-11
International Trade Commission Briefing 2025-06-11 Estimated reading time: 3 minutes 1. Overhead Door Counterbalance Torsion Springs From China and India; Scheduling of the Final Phase of Countervailing Duty and Antidumping Duty Investigations 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-746-747 and 731-TA-1724-1725 (Final) pursuant to the Tariff Act of 1930 (“the Act”) to determine whether an industry in the United States is materially injured or threatened with material injury, or the establishment of an industry in the United States is materially retarded, by reason of imports of overhead door counterbalance torsion springs from China and India, provided for in subheading 7320.20.50 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States, preliminarily determined by the Department of Commerce (“Commerce”) to be subsidized and sold at less-than-fair-value. 2. Certain Cellular Base Station Communication Equipment, Components Thereof, and Products Containing Same; Notice of the Commission Determination Not To Review an Initial Determination Terminating the Entire Investigation Based on a License Agreement; Termination of Investigation Sub: International Trade Commission Content: Notice is hereby given that the U.S. International Trade Commission (“Commission”) has determined not to review an initial determination (“ID”) (Order No. 59) of the presiding administrative law judge (“ALJ”) terminating the entire investigation based on a patent license agreement. 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 Lodging of Proposed Consent Decree Under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act
Department of Justice Proposes Consent Decree for Idaho Mine Cleanup Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes On June 3, 2025, the Department of Justice lodged a proposed Consent Decree with the United States District Court for the District of Idaho. This filing is part of a lawsuit called United States, et al. v. Nu-West Mining Inc. and Nu-West Industries, Inc., Civil Action No. 4:25-cv-00287-AKB. The case involves claims made by the United States under Sections 106 and 113(g) of the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA), also known as Superfund. The Superfund law deals with cleaning up hazardous waste sites. Claims are also made by the State of Idaho and the Shoshone-Bannock Tribes. The case focuses on the East Mill Dump Sub-Operable Unit (EMDSOU) at the North Maybe Mine Site in Idaho. The Consent Decree would resolve the government’s claims against the companies. The Decree would also resolve claims by Idaho and the Shoshone-Bannock Tribes under CERCLA Section 107 and 113(g)(2) for recovery of costs spent to address hazardous waste. According to the Consent Decree, the companies will perform cleanup activities at the EMDSOU. These actions are to follow the September 1, 2022, Interim Record of Decision. The companies must also pay for oversight costs to the State of Idaho, the Shoshone-Bannock Tribes, and the United States Fish and Wildlife Service. In return, the United States will not sue the companies under Sections 106 and 107(a) of CERCLA for the work agreed upon in the Consent Decree. The State and the Tribes will also not sue or take action under Sections 106 and 107(a) of CERCLA, the Idaho Environmental Protection & Health Act, the Hazardous Waste Management Act of 1983, and the Idaho Water Quality Act. The companies give the United States similar promises about not suing. The public can comment on the Consent Decree. Comments must be sent no later than thirty days after June 10, 2025. Comments should be sent to the Assistant Attorney General of the Environment and Natural Resources Division. Comments can be submitted by email or by mail. By email: “#{email}” By mail: Assistant Attorney General, U.S. DOJ–ENRD, P.O. Box 7611, Washington, DC 20044-7611 Written comments may be included in the public court docket. During the public comment period, the Consent Decree is available for review and download at: https://www.justice.gov/enrd/consent-decrees If assistance is needed to access the Consent Decree, requests can be made via the same email or mailing addresses provided. Signed, Kathryn C. Macdonald Assistant Section Chief, Environmental Enforcement Section, Environment and Natural Resources Division Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.
DOJ Briefing 2025-06-10
Justice Department Briefing 2025-06-10 Estimated reading time: 4 minutes 1. Notice of Lodging of Proposed Consent Decree Under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act Sub: Justice Department 2. Schedules of Controlled Substances: Placement of 3-Methoxyphencyclidine (1-[1-(3-methoxyphenyl)cyclohexyl]piperidine) in Schedule I Sub: Justice Department, Drug Enforcement Administration Content: The Drug Enforcement Administration proposes placing 3- methoxyphencyclidine, including its salts, isomers, and salts of isomers, an arylcyclohexylamine hallucinogen, in schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act. This action is proposed to enable the United States to meet its obligations under the 1971 Convention on Psychotropic Substances. If finalized, this action would impose the regulatory controls and administrative, civil, and criminal sanctions applicable to schedule I controlled substances on persons who handle (manufacture, distribute, reverse distribute, import, export, engage in research, conduct instructional activities or chemical analysis with, or possess), or propose to handle 3-methoxyphencyclidine. 3. Serge Menkin, M.D.; Decision and Order Sub: Justice Department, Drug Enforcement Administration 4. Harry Kram, M.D.; Decision and Order Sub: Justice Department, Drug Enforcement Administration 5. Schedules of Controlled Substances: Placement of Three Specific Fentanyl-Related Substances in Schedule I Sub: Justice Department, Drug Enforcement Administration Content: The Drug Enforcement Administration proposes placing three fentanyl-related substances, as identified in this proposed rule, in schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act. These three substances fall within the definition of fentanyl-related substances set forth in the February 6, 2018 temporary scheduling order. Through the Temporary Reauthorization and Study of Emergency Scheduling of Fentanyl Analogues Act, which became law on February 6, 2020, Congress extended the temporary control of fentanyl-related substances until May 6, 2021. This temporary order was subsequently extended multiple times, most recently on March 15, 2025, which extended the order until September 30, 2025. If finalized, this action would make permanent the existing regulatory controls and administrative, civil, and criminal sanctions applicable to schedule I controlled substances on persons who handle (manufacture, distribute, import, export, engage in research, conduct instructional activities or chemical analysis, or possess), or propose to handle these three 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.
Malleable Iron Pipe Fittings From China
US Maintains Duties on Malleable Iron Pipe Fittings From China Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes On June 4, 2025, the United States International Trade Commission (USITC) issued a determination about malleable iron pipe fittings from China. The USITC decided that ending the antidumping duty order on these products from China would likely cause harm again to U.S. industries. This decision was made under the Tariff Act of 1930. The purpose of the review was to see if taking away the duties would hurt the U.S. industry within a short amount of time. After looking at the official records, the Commission decided that removing the duties would probably lead to new problems for American businesses making these products. The review officially started on November 1, 2024. The Commission decided on February 4, 2025, to have an expedited review, meaning the process would move faster than usual. The notice of expedited review was published on March 7, 2025. All details about the decision are included in USITC Publication 5633, published in June 2025. The publication is titled “Malleable Iron Pipe Fittings from China: Investigation No. 731-TA-1021 (Fourth Review).” Lisa Barton, the Secretary to the Commission, issued the order. The details are available in the Federal Register, Volume 90, Number 110, published on June 10, 2025. The antidumping duty order will therefore remain in place to protect the U.S. industry. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.
USITC Briefing 2025-06-10
International Trade Commission Briefing 2025-06-10 Estimated reading time: 3 minutes 1. Steel Concrete Reinforcing Bar From Algeria, Bulgaria, Egypt, and Vietnam; Institution of Antidumping and Countervailing Duty Investigations and Scheduling of Preliminary Phase Investigations 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-768-770 and 731-TA-1751- 1754 (Preliminary) pursuant to the Tariff Act of 1930 (“the Act”) 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 steel concrete reinforcing bar (rebar) from Algeria, Bulgaria, Egypt, and Vietnam, provided for in subheadings 7213.10.0000, 7214.20.0000, and 7228.30.8010 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 Government of Algeria, Egypt, and Vietnam. 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 July 21, 2025. The Commission’s views must be transmitted to Commerce within five business days thereafter, or by July 28, 2025. 2. Malleable Iron Pipe Fittings From China Sub: International Trade Commission 3. Phosphate Fertilizers From Morocco and Russia Sub: International Trade Commission Content: The U.S. International Trade Commission (“Commission”) hereby gives notice of the procedures it intends to follow to comply with the court-ordered remand of its final determination in the countervailing duty investigations concerning phosphate fertilizers from Morocco and Russia. For further information concerning the conduct of these remand proceedings and rules of general application, consult the Commission’s Rules of Practice and Procedure. 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.
Information Security and Privacy Advisory Board
NIST Announces Open Information Security and Privacy Advisory Board Meeting Estimated reading time: 4–7 minutes The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has scheduled an open meeting of the Information Security and Privacy Advisory Board (ISPAB). This meeting will be held virtually. The dates are Wednesday, July 16, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time and Thursday, July 17, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time. The ISPAB is organized by NIST, part of the Department of Commerce. The Board gives advice about information security and privacy. The Board follows the Federal Advisory Committee Act, 5 U.S.C. 1001 et seq. It reports to the Director of NIST and gives yearly reports to the Secretary of Commerce, the Secretary of Homeland Security, the Director of the Office of Management and Budget, the Director of the National Security Agency, and Congress. The Board works under 15 U.S.C. 278g-4. It helps find new issues in information security and privacy. The main purpose of the meeting is to discuss and make recommendations on information security and privacy topics. The full agenda will be posted on the NIST website: https://csrc.nist.gov/Events/2025/ispab-july-2025-meeting. The expected meeting topics include: Board Introductions and Member Activities Annual Ethics Briefing for Board Members by a Department of Commerce Ethics Attorney Update from NIST’s Information Technology Laboratory (ITL) Director on ITL Activities Briefing on NIST’s Work in Digital Ledger Technologies Update on NIST Post Quantum Cryptographic Guidance Briefing on Department of Defense’s Software Fast Track (SWFT) Initiative Updates from NIST’s Computer Security Division Updates from NIST’s Applied Security Division Public Comments Board Discussions and Recommendations Members of the public and organizations can request to speak at the meeting. Around thirty minutes will be set aside for public comments. Speaking slots are given on a first-come, first-serve basis. Each speaker will likely have about five minutes. The time may change based on the number of requests. Questions from the public will not be taken during this time. People who want to share more, people who were not able to speak, or those who could not attend, may send written statements by email. All attendees must register to join the webinar. To register, participants must give their first and last name, email address, and company name. Registration must be completed through the link at https://csrc.nist.gov/Events/2025/ispab-july-2025-meeting by 5 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday, July 14, 2025. For more information, contact Jeff Brewer, ISPAB Designated Federal Official, NIST, at (301) 975-2489 or by email. Alicia ChambersNIST Executive Secretariat 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.
Board of Overseers of the Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award
Notice: Public Meeting of the Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award Board of Overseers Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has announced an open meeting of the Board of Overseers of the Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award. The meeting will take place on Wednesday, June 25, 2025. It will start at 11 a.m. and end at 4 p.m. Eastern Time. The meeting will be held virtually through a webinar. The Board of Overseers will review and discuss improvements to the Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award. The Board will also give recommendations to the Director of NIST if needed. The agenda for the meeting will include several topics. These are: Baldrige Program Update Baldrige Foundation Update Judges Panel Update Ethics Review Alliance for Performance Excellence Update Communities of Excellence Update New Business/Public Comment The Board is made up of about six members. These members are leaders in the field of organizational performance excellence. They are appointed by the Secretary of Commerce. Their role is to make an annual report on the Award’s activities and give suggestions for improving the Award process. The Board members understand issues in quality, performance improvement, and competition. They represent different industries, including U.S. service, manufacturing, nonprofit, education, and healthcare industries. The meeting is open to the public. People who want to give comments or suggestions can request a place on the agenda. About thirty minutes will be set aside for public comments. Speaking time will be around three minutes per person. People will be chosen on a first-come, first-served basis. The exact time for public comments will be in the final agenda, posted online at: https://www.nist.gov/baldrige/community/overseers.cfm. To request a speaking spot, send an email to Robyn Decker at [email address protected] by 4 p.m. Eastern Time on June 20, 2025. People may also send written comments if they cannot speak during the meeting or were not able to attend. Written statements can be sent by email to [email address protected] at any time. Anyone who wants to attend must pre-register. Send your name, email, and phone number to Mrs. Robyn Decker by email at [email address protected], or by mail to NIST c/o Robyn Decker, 100 Bureau Drive, MS 1020, Gaithersburg, MD 20899. You may also call 301-975-2361. All requests to attend must be received by 4 p.m. Eastern Time on June 17, 2025. If you need special accommodations to attend the meeting, contact [email address protected] by June 17, 2025, so arrangements can be made. For more details, contact Robert Fangmeyer, Director, Baldrige Performance Excellence Program, National Institute of Standards and Technology, 100 Bureau Drive, Mail Stop 1020, Gaithersburg, Maryland 20899-1020. Phone: 301-975-2361. The official notice was issued by Alicia Chambers, NIST Executive Secretariat. 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.
NIST Briefing 2025-06-09
Commerce Department, National Institute of Standards and Technology Briefing 2025-06-09 Estimated reading time: 3 minutes 1. Board of Overseers of the Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award Sub: Commerce Department, National Institute of Standards and Technology Content: The Board of Overseers of the Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award (“Board of Overseers” or “Board”) will meet in open session on Wednesday, June 25, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. eastern time. The purpose of this meeting is for the Board of Overseers to review and discuss the work of the Baldridge Performance Excellence Program to implement improvements to the Malcom Baldrige National Quality Award (“Award”), and to provide recommendations to the Director of the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) as the Board deems necessary. The agenda will include the Baldrige Program Update, Baldrige Foundation Update, Judges Panel Update, Ethics Review, Alliance for Performance Excellence Update, Communities of Excellence Update, and New Business/Public Comment. Details on the agenda are noted in the SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION section of this notice. 2. Information Security and Privacy Advisory Board Sub: Commerce Department, National Institute of Standards and Technology Content: National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)’s Information Security and Privacy Advisory Board (ISPAB) will hold an open meeting on Wednesday, July 16, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. until 4:30 p.m., Eastern Time and Thursday, July 17, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. until 4:30 p.m., Eastern 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.
Certain Motorized Self-Balancing Vehicles; Notice of a Commission Determination Not To Review an Initial Determination Granting a Motion To Amend the Complaint and Notice of Investigation
U.S. International Trade Commission Adds Tao Motor as Respondent in Self-Balancing Vehicle Patent Case Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes On June 4, 2025, the U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) officially decided not to review an initial determination made by the presiding administrative law judge. This decision grants a motion to amend a complaint by adding Zhejiang TaoTao Vehicles Co., Ltd. (Tao Motor) as a new respondent in an ongoing investigation. The investigation, known as No. 337-TA-1440, began on February 26, 2025. The complaint was filed by Razor USA LLC of Cerritos, California, and Shane Chen of Camas, Washington. These parties claim there are violations of Section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930. They allege certain motorized self-balancing vehicles imported into the United States infringe on their patents. The patents in question are U.S. Patent No. RE46,964; U.S. Patent No. RE49,608; and U.S. Patent No. D739,906. The complaint states that an industry related to these patents exists or is being established in the United States, as required by law. The Commission’s initial notice named five respondents: Golabs Inc. d/b/a Gotrax of Carrollton, Texas, Dongguan Saibotan Nengyuan Keji Co., Ltd. d/b/a “Gyroor US,” Guangdong, China, Gyroor Technology (CHINA) Co., Ltd. d/b/a Gyroor, Guangdong, China, Shenzhen Chitado Technology Co., Ltd. d/b/a Gyroor, Guangdong, China, Unicorn Network, LLC. d/b/a Sisigad of Dover, Delaware. Respondent Sisigad was previously found in default on April 16, 2025. This was not reviewed by the Commission. On April 30, 2025, the complainants asked to amend the complaint. They wanted to add Tao Motor of Lishui City, China, as a new respondent. They stated there was good cause, and that doing so would not harm any party or affect public interest. On May 13, 2025, the administrative law judge found good cause to add Tao Motor as a respondent. The judge confirmed adding Tao Motor would not cause harm to other parties or the public interest. No petitions to review this decision were filed. The Commission voted on June 3, 2025, to leave the decision unchanged. Tao Motor is now officially added as a respondent in the ongoing patent case. The authority for this action comes from Section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930, as amended. It also follows the Commission’s Rules of Practice and Procedure, 19 CFR part 210. This decision was announced by Lisa Barton, Secretary to the Commission. The official document is Federal Register No. 2025-10393. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.
USITC Briefing 2025-06-09
International Trade Commission Briefing 2025-06-09 Estimated reading time: 4 minutes 1. Certain Dermatological Treatment Devices and Components Thereof; Notice of a Commission Determination Finding a Violation of Section 337 as to Four Asserted Patents; Issuance of a Limited Exclusion Order and Cease and Desist Orders; Remand of The Investigation as to One Asserted Patent; Extension of the Target Date Sub: International Trade Commission Content: Notice is hereby given that the U.S. International Trade Commission has found a violation of section 337 and has determined to issue: a limited exclusion order prohibiting the unlicensed importation of certain dermatological treatment devices and components thereof that infringe one or more of claims 1, 9, and 22 of U.S. Patent No. 9,480,836 (“the ‘836 patent”); claims 11 and 16 of U.S. Patent No. 9,320,536 (“the ‘536 patent”); claim 14 of U.S. Patent No. 9,775,774 (“the ‘774 patent”); and claims 5, 13, and 18 of U.S. Patent No. 10,869,812 (“the ‘812 patent”); cease and desist orders against Respondents EndyMed Medical Ltd. of Caesarea, Israel; EndyMed Medical, Ltd. of New York, New York; and EndyMed Medical, Inc. of Freehold, New Jersey (collectively, “EndyMed”); and set a bond in the amount of eighty-five percent (85%) of the entered value of the EndyMed Pure, and seventy percent (70%) of the entered value of the EndyMed Pro infringing products imported during the period of Presidential review. The investigation is terminated with respect to these four patents. The Commission has also determined to reverse the presiding administrative law judge’s (“ALJ”) finding that asserted claims 4, 6, and 7 of U.S. Patent No. 11,406,444 (“the ‘444 patent”) are indefinite, remand the investigation to the ALJ with respect to that patent consistent with the concurrently issued Commission opinion and remand order, and extend the target date for completion of the investigation. 2. Certain Motorized Self-Balancing Vehicles; Notice of a Commission Determination Not To Review an Initial Determination Granting a Motion To Amend the Complaint and Notice of Investigation Sub: International Trade Commission Content: Notice is hereby given that the U.S. International Trade Commission has determined not to review an initial determination (“ID”) (Order No. 10) of the presiding administrative law judge (“ALJ”), granting an unopposed motion to amend the complaint and notice of investigation (“NOI”) by adding a new respondent, Zhejiang TaoTao Vehicles Co., Ltd. (“Tao Motor”). 3. Large Top-Mount Combination Refrigerator-Freezers From Thailand; Termination of Investigation Sub: International Trade Commission Content: Based on petitioner’s withdrawal of the antidumping petition on large top-mount combination refrigerator-freezers from Thailand, we are terminating this antidumping duty investigation. 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 Corrosion Inhibitors From the People’s Republic of China: Final Results of Antidumping Duty Administrative Review, 2023-2024
U.S. Finalizes Antidumping Duties on Corrosion Inhibitors from China for 2023-2024 Estimated reading time: 5–7 minutes The U.S. Department of Commerce has announced the final results of its administrative review regarding antidumping duties on certain corrosion inhibitors from China for the period of March 1, 2023, to February 29, 2024. Background The review was first published on January 2, 2025. It covers two main producers and exporters: Anhui Trust Chem Co., Ltd. (ATC), including Jiangsu Trust Chem Co., Ltd. and Nanjing Trust Chem Co., Ltd., treated as a single entity, and Nantong Botao Chemical Co., Ltd. (Botao). The review also included Gold Chemical Limited, a separate rate applicant. The review period was delayed by 90 days, making July 8, 2025, the deadline for the final results. Companies and Results Commerce determined that the following estimated weighted-average dumping margins apply for entries during the review period: Exporter Weighted-Average Dumping Margin (percent) Anhui Trust Chem Co., Ltd.; Jiangsu Trust Chem Co., Ltd.; Nanjing Trust Chem Co., Ltd. (treated jointly as ATC) 128.88 Nantong Botao Chemical Co., Ltd. 128.54 Gold Chemical Limited (separate rate applicant) 128.76 China-Wide Entity The China-wide entity was not under review since no parties requested a review and Commerce did not self-initiate. The rate for the China-wide entity remains 241.02 percent. Changes and Analysis Commerce considered comments from interested parties and made changes to the final results, explained in the detailed Issues and Decision Memorandum, available via the Antidumping and Countervailing Duty Centralized Electronic Service System (ACCESS) at https://access.trade.gov. Assessment Rates U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) will assess antidumping duties on all relevant entries. Instructions for assessments will be issued no earlier than 35 days after this notice is published. If a timely summons is filed with the U.S. Court of International Trade, instructions may be delayed for up to 90 days. Where companies did not report the entered value, CBP will use a per-unit duty assessment rate. If an importer’s rate is less than 0.5 percent, their entries will not be subject to duties. Sales not reported by ATC or Botao will be assessed at the China-wide rate. Non-selected separate rate applicants will be assessed the average of the rates for ATC and Botao. Cash Deposit Requirements New cash deposit rates take effect for shipments entered, or withdrawn for consumption, after the publication date: Reviewed companies receive the rates shown above. Companies with previously established separate rates keep their last rate. All Chinese exporters without a separate rate receive the China-wide rate of 241.02 percent. Non-Chinese exporters without their own rate receive the rate of the Chinese supplier. These requirements remain until further notice. Reminders for Importers Importers must file certificates regarding reimbursement of antidumping and/or countervailing duties. Failure to comply may result in double duties or duties increased by the amount of countervailing duties. Administrative Protective Order Parties under an administrative protective order must return or destroy proprietary information according to U.S. regulations. Failure to comply is a violation. Official Notification This notice is issued under U.S. law sections 751(a)(1) and 777(i)(1), and specific regulations. For more details, the public may access the full Issues and Decision Memorandum, which includes discussion on surrogate financial ratios, surrogate values for sodium nitrite and labor rates, and customs liquidation instructions. Dated: May 29, 2025 Christopher Abbott, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Policy and Negotiations, Enforcement and Compliance. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.
Vanillin From the People’s Republic of China: Final Affirmative Determination of Sales at Less Than Fair Value
U.S. Finds Vanillin From China Is Sold Below Fair Value Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes The U.S. Department of Commerce has announced a final decision about vanillin from China. The Department found that vanillin from China is being, or is likely to be, sold in the United States at less than fair value. Investigation Period The period of investigation was from October 1, 2023, to March 31, 2024. Key Details This decision follows a preliminary decision published on January 16, 2025. The final decision includes findings after verifying the sales and production records from Jiangxi Brother Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. Standard verification methods were used. These included checking business and accounting records and other original documents provided by Jiangxi Brother. Scope of the Case Vanillin covered by this case includes: Natural vanillin Synthetic vanillin Bio-sourced synthetic vanillin (biovanillin) Ethylvanillin It includes all forms, regardless of purity, particle size, or physical form. The covered vanillin falls under U.S. tariff codes 2912.41.0000 and 2912.42.0000. The relevant Chemical Abstracts Service (CAS) numbers are 121-33-5 and 121-32-4. Final Rates Set The Department assigned the following final dumping rates for vanillin from China, for the period investigated: Exporter Producer Dumping Margin (%) Cash Deposit Rate (%) Jiangxi Brother Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. Jiangxi Brother Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. 190.20 190.15 Chongqing Thrive Fine Chemicals Co., Ltd. Chongqing Thrive Fine Chemicals Co., Ltd. 190.20 190.15 HongKong Wictive Merchants Co., Ltd. Kunshan Asia Aroma Corp., Ltd. 190.20 190.15 Kunshan Asia Aroma Corp., Ltd. Kunshan Asia Aroma Corp., Ltd. 190.20 190.15 Mianyang Sunshine Bio-Tech Co., Ltd. Mianyang Sunshine Bio-Tech Co., Ltd. 190.20 190.15 Shanghai Fuxin Fine Chemical Co., Ltd. Jiaxing Zhonghua Chemical Co., Ltd. 190.20 190.15 Shenzhen Siyomicro Bio-Tech Co., Ltd. Shenzhen Siyomicro Bio-Tech Co., Ltd. 190.20 190.15 Wuxi Lotus Essence Co., Ltd. Jiaxing Zhonghua Chemical Co., Ltd. 190.20 190.15 Xiamen Bestally Biotechnology Co., Ltd. Xiamen Oamic Biotech Co., Ltd. 190.20 190.15 China-Wide Entity — 379.87* 379.82* * The China-Wide Entity rate is based on facts available and uses adverse inferences. Separate Rates and Combination Rates The Department evaluated requests for separate rates and combination rates. No changes were made since the preliminary determination regarding separate rate status. Combination rates were calculated for companies eligible for separate rates, following Department Policy Bulletin 05.1. Suspension of Liquidation U.S. Customs and Border Protection will continue to suspend the liquidation for all covered entries of vanillin from China that were entered or withdrawn for consumption on or after January 16, 2025. These instructions will stay in effect until further notice. Cash deposits are required at the rates listed above for each producer/exporter combination. For other Chinese producers/exporters not listed, the rate for the China-Wide Entity will apply. For third-country exporters not listed, the rate for the supplier, or, if needed, the China-Wide rate applies. Adjustment for Export Subsidies The Department will adjust the final duty rates by export subsidy rates as needed. If both dumping and subsidy findings are confirmed, the deposit rate will be lowered by the export subsidy amount. Next Steps The Department has sent its decision to the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC). The ITC must decide if the domestic U.S. industry has been injured by vanillin imports from China. The ITC has 45 days to make this decision. If the ITC finds no injury or threat, the investigation ends and cash deposits will be returned. If the ITC finds injury, the Department will issue an antidumping order and duties will be collected. This notice was published on June 6, 2025. Legal Reference The notice was signed by Christopher Abbott, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Policy and Negotiations, performing the non-exclusive functions and duties of the Assistant Secretary for Enforcement and Compliance. Citations and Reference Information The full legal title is “Vanillin From the People’s Republic of China: Final Affirmative Determination of Sales at Less Than Fair Value.” Federal Register Volume 90, Number 108 (Friday, June 6, 2025), pages 24093-24095. For more details, see the Issues and Decision Memorandum linked at here. 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.
Vanillin From the People’s Republic of China: Final Affirmative Countervailing Duty Determination
U.S. Commerce Department Finds Countervailable Subsidies for Vanillin from China Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes The U.S. Department of Commerce has made a final affirmative determination in its investigation of vanillin from the People’s Republic of China. This means that the Department found producers and exporters in China received unfair financial help, called countervailable subsidies. Investigation Details The investigation focused on one company, Jiaxing Guihua Imp. & Exp. Co., Ltd. (Guihua). The period of investigation was from January 1, 2023 through December 31, 2023. The Department used their normal procedures to check information given by Guihua and used official documents during the process. Scope of the Investigation The products in this investigation include all types of vanillin from China. This covers natural vanillin, synthetic vanillin, bio-sourced vanillin (biovanillin), and ethylvanillin. These are chemical compounds used as flavorings. Vanillin under this investigation has Chemical Abstracts Service (CAS) numbers 121-33-5 or 121-32-4. It must fall under U.S. tariff codes 2912.41.0000 and 2912.42.0000, regardless of its purity, particle size, or physical form. No changes were made to the scope after the preliminary findings. Subsidy Programs and Methodology Commerce examined many programs to see if they gave a financial advantage to Chinese companies. If a program had a financial contribution by the government, gave a benefit, and was specific, it was seen as a subsidy. Changes were made since the preliminary determination, especially in how Commerce calculated the costs for caustic soda, sulfuric acid, and hydrogen peroxide. The details about these changes and the full list of issues discussed are included in the official Issues and Decision Memorandum. Final Subsidy Rates The Department found that Jiaxing Guihua Imp. & Exp. Co., Ltd. benefited from subsidies at a rate of 42.10 percent ad valorem. All other producers and exporters of vanillin in China received the same rate of 42.10 percent. Suspension of Liquidation Customs and Border Protection was directed to collect cash deposits and suspend liquidation (final processing) of imported vanillin from China entered into the United States from November 18, 2024, to March 17, 2025. Entries on or after March 18, 2025, were not suspended, but suspension would start again if the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) issues a final positive injury decision. If the ITC finds injury to the U.S. vanillin industry, Commerce will order permanent suspension and collect countervailing duties based on the rates listed. If the ITC says there is no injury, all collected deposits will be refunded or cancelled. Next Steps The ITC has up to 45 days to decide if the U.S. vanillin industry is injured by these imports. If injury is found, final duties will be collected. If not, the investigation ends and deposits are refunded. For more information and full legal details, the Issues and Decision Memorandum is available online via the Department of Commerce’s website. Summary The U.S. government has officially found that Chinese vanillin producers, especially Jiaxing Guihua Imp. & Exp. Co., Ltd., benefited from unfair subsidies in 2023. A final duty rate of 42.10 percent has been set for all Chinese exporters of vanillin if the ITC confirms injury to U.S. industry. The process now awaits the ITC’s injury decision. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.
ITA Briefing 2025-06-06
Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Briefing 2025-06-06 Estimated reading time: 4 minutes 1. Vanillin From the People’s Republic of China: Final Affirmative Countervailing Duty Determination Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) determines that countervailable subsidies are being provided to producers and exporters of vanillin from the People's Republic of China (China). This investigation covers one mandatory respondent, Jiaxing Guihua Imp. & Exp. Co., Ltd. (Guihua), and the period of investigation is January 1, 2023, through December 31, 2023. 2. Vanillin From the People’s Republic of China: Final Affirmative Determination of Sales at Less Than Fair Value Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) determines that vanillin 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 is October 1, 2023, through March 31, 2024. 3. Certain Corrosion Inhibitors From the People’s Republic of China: 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 companies in the People's Republic of China (China) made sales of subject merchandise at less than normal value (NV) during the period of review (POR) March 1, 2023, through February 29, 2024. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.
Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposed Collection eComments Requested; Extension/Revision of a Previously Approved Collection; Unfair Immigration-Related Employment Practices Complaint Form (Form EOIR-58)
Department of Justice Requests Comments on Unfair Immigration-Related Employment Practices Complaint Form Estimated reading time: 3-5 minutes The Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR) of the Department of Justice (DOJ) has released a notice about the Unfair Immigration-Related Employment Practices Complaint Form, known as Form EOIR-58. EOIR plans to submit this information collection request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). This submission is part of the review process required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The Department is encouraging public comments on this collection until August 4, 2025. People can comment on the following points: Is the form needed for the work of the agency? Is the estimate of the time to complete the form accurate? Is the information collected clear and useful? Can the burden on people filling out the form be reduced by using technology? What Does the Form Do? Section 274B of the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA) prohibits job discrimination based on citizenship or national origin. It also prohibits employers from taking action against someone for using their rights, or from asking workers for more or different documents than needed in a way that leads to discrimination. People who think their rights were violated can file a charge with the DOJ Immigrant and Employee Rights Section (IER). IER has 120 days to decide whether to file a complaint with the EOIR Office of the Chief Administrative Hearing Officer (OCAHO). If IER does not file, the person can file their own complaint with OCAHO using Form EOIR-58. Changes to the Form The DOJ is making updates to the form and instructions. Changes are non-substantive and aim to improve clarity, formatting, and grammar. The IER mailing address has been updated. The Privacy Act notice now mentions OCAHO’s System of Record Notice (SORN). The estimated time to complete the form has been revised. The instructions now explain differences between filing by mail and electronically, in preparation for expanded electronic filing options. Who Uses the Form? The people who use this form are individuals who want to report unfair immigration-related job practices under INA section 274B. Filling out the form is voluntary. People may also submit a complaint in writing if it meets the requirements in 28 CFR 68.7. Burden Estimates Estimated number of respondents yearly: 38 Estimated time to complete the form: 1 hour each Total annual burden: 38 hours Cost Estimates No filing fees for Form EOIR-58 Printing cost: About $15.00 per response (5 copies, average 150 pages at 10 cents per page) Postage cost (Priority Mail): About $10.10 per response Attorney cost if legal help is used: Average attorney wage is $72.67 per hour (according to U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics) Maximum total estimated cost to the public: $3,715.26 (($15.00 + $10.10 + $72.67) x 38 responses) People who submit the form by email will not have printing or mailing costs. Most people send the form to OCAHO by U.S. mail. EOIR is working to fully implement electronic filing. Once available, this will eliminate printing and mailing costs for these forms. Contact for More Information For more details or a copy of the proposed form and instructions, contact Justine Fuga, Associate General Counsel, EOIR, at 5107 Leesburg Pike, Suite 2600, Falls Church, VA 22041, or by calling (703) 305-0265. For additional information, contact Darwin Arceo, Department Clearance Officer, Justice Management Division, Department of Justice, Two Constitution Square, 145 N Street NE, 4W-218, Washington, DC. Publication Information This notice was dated June 2, 2025, and appeared in the Federal Register on June 5, 2025, Volume 90, Issue 107, Pages 23960-23961. BILLING CODE 4410-30-P Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.
DOJ Briefing 2025-06-05
Justice Department, Drug Enforcement Administration Briefing 2025-06-05 Estimated reading time: 4 minutes 1. Lee S. Altman, M.D.; Decision and Order Sub: Justice Department, Drug Enforcement Administration 2. Bulk Manufacturer of Controlled Substances Application: Usona Institute, Inc Sub: Justice Department, Drug Enforcement Administration Content: Usona Institute, Inc has applied to be registered as a bulk manufacturer of basic class(es) of controlled substance(s). Refer to Supplementary Information listed below for further drug information. 3. Bulk Manufacturer of Controlled Substances Application: ANI Pharmaceuticals Inc. Sub: Justice Department, Drug Enforcement Administration Content: ANI Pharmaceuticals Inc. 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. Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposed Collection eComments Requested; Extension/Revision of a Previously Approved Collection; Unfair Immigration-Related Employment Practices Complaint Form (Form EOIR-58) Sub: Justice Department Content: The Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR), 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. 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 Product Exclusion Extensions: China’s Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Technology Transfer, Intellectual Property, and Innovation
USTR Extends Product Exclusions for Certain Chinese Imports Until August 31, 2025 Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes On June 5, 2025, the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) published a notice in the Federal Register. The USTR announced an extension of certain product exclusions under the Section 301 investigation. This investigation is about China’s acts, policies, and practices related to technology transfer, intellectual property, and innovation. Background Information In earlier notices, USTR removed some products from extra duties that had been placed on imports from China. These products were excluded as part of the Section 301 investigation. The USTR had asked for public comments about whether to extend these exclusions. On December 29, 2023, USTR requested comment on 352 reinstated product exclusions and 77 COVID-related exclusions. On May 30, 2024, USTR decided to extend 164 of these exclusions. Also, on September 18, 2024, they announced 14 exclusions for certain solar manufacturing equipment. New Extension Decision After reviewing the public comments, advisory committee advice, and input from the interagency Section 301 Committee, the USTR has chosen to extend the 164 previously extended exclusions and the 14 solar equipment exclusions. The new extension lasts for three months. These exclusions now remain in effect through August 31, 2025. Details for Importers The extension affects products described in the exclusions. The description and scope of each exclusion will follow the rules in the ten-digit Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS) and the specified product descriptions. For items eligible under these rules, U.S. Customs and Border Protection will give instructions about entering goods under the exclusions. Annex A: Heading 9903.88.69 All exclusions under heading 9903.88.69 and its related notes to the HTSUS are extended. The new exclusion period covers goods entered for consumption or withdrawn from warehouses for consumption between 12:01 a.m. eastern standard time on June 1, 2025, and 11:59 p.m. eastern daylight time on August 31, 2025. The article description for heading 9903.88.69 will now say “August 31, 2025” instead of “May 31, 2025”. Annex B: Heading 9903.88.70 All exclusions under heading 9903.88.70 and the related note to the HTSUS are also extended. This extension applies to goods entered, or withdrawn for consumption, between 12:01 a.m. eastern standard time on June 1, 2025, and 11:59 p.m. eastern daylight time on August 31, 2025. The heading’s date is updated from “June 1, 2025,” to “September 1, 2025”. Future Actions USTR may consider more extensions or changes in the future. For more information, contact Senior Associate General Counsel Philip Butler at 202.395.5725. Source: Federal Register Volume 90, Number 107 (Thursday, June 5, 2025) [FR Doc. 2025-10203] 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.
USTR Briefing 2025-06-05
Trade Representative, Office of United States Briefing 2025-06-05 Estimated reading time: 3 minutes 1. Notice of Product Exclusion Extensions: China’s Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Technology Transfer, Intellectual Property, and Innovation Sub: Trade Representative, Office of United States Content: In prior notices, the U.S. Trade Representative modified the actions in the Section 301 investigation of China’s acts, policies, and practices related to technology transfer, intellectual property, and innovation by excluding from additional duties certain products of China. This notice announces the U.S. Trade Representative’s determination to extend the current exclusions. 2. Notice of Product Exclusion Extensions: China’s Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Technology Transfer, Intellectual Property, and Innovation Sub: Trade Representative, Office of United States Content: In prior notices, the U.S. Trade Representative modified the actions in the Section 301 investigation of China’s acts, policies, and practices related to technology transfer, intellectual property, and innovation by excluding from additional duties certain products of China. This notice announces the U.S. Trade Representative’s determination to extend the current exclusions. 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 Exercise Equipment and Subassemblies Thereof; Notice of a Commission Determination Not To Review an Initial Determination Granting-in-Part Complainant’s Motion for Summary Determination of Violation; Request for Written Submissions on Remedy, the Public Interest, and Bonding
U.S. International Trade Commission Moves Forward on Exercise Equipment Patent Investigation Estimated reading time: 7–10 minutes The U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) announced it will not review a recent initial determination. This decision comes from Investigation No. 337-TA-1419. The case is about claims by Balanced Body, Inc. of Sacramento, California. Balanced Body says some companies imported exercise equipment and subassemblies that infringe on their patents. Who is Involved? Guangzhou Oasis, LLC, also known as trysauna.com, from Boulder, Colorado Shandong Tmax Machinery Technology Co., Ltd., China Shandong VOG Sports Products Co., Ltd., China Dezhou Bodi Fitness Equipment Co., Ltd., China Suzhou Selfcipline Sports Goods Co., Ltd., China A company called Ciga Pilates from Hong Kong was also named at first. The complaint against Ciga Pilates was later withdrawn. What Patents Are Claimed? Balanced Body claims some of these companies violated the Tariff Act of 1930. The patents involved are: Claims 1-15, 19-21, and 23-26 from U.S. Patent No. 8,721,511 The claim of U.S. Patent No. D659,205 The claim of U.S. Patent No. D659,208 Later, the investigation for some patent claims was ended. Only claim 1 and claim 19 of the ‘511 patent and the claims of the D’205 and D’208 patents remain. Investigation Status On April 9, 2025, five companies were found in default (not defending themselves). On April 16, 2025, some patent claims were removed from the investigation. Balanced Body asked for two types of orders: A General Exclusion Order (GEO), which would stop all imports of infringing products, from anyone. A Limited Exclusion Order (LEO), which would stop just those companies from importing. They also asked for a 100% bond on the value of any products imported during a Presidential review period. ALJ and Commission Decisions An Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) issued a ruling on April 30, 2025. The ALJ granted some of Balanced Body’s motion. The ALJ found that VOG Sports, Dezhou, and Selfcipline violated claim 1 of the ‘511 patent and the D’208 patent. The ALJ said the domestic industry requirement was met. The ALJ also said there was strong evidence to support these findings. The ALJ said Balanced Body should get a General Exclusion Order (GEO) for claim 1 of the ‘511 patent and the D’208 patent, and a 100% bond. But, this relief was seen as premature because some issues were still open. On May 9, 2025, Balanced Body withdrew its request for a GEO on some other patent claims. This made the investigation ready to move forward to the “remedy phase.” On May 12, 2025, the ALJ supported issuing a GEO for claim 1 of the ‘511 patent and the D’208 patent, along with a 100% bond. No company requested a review of the ALJ’s initial determination. The Commission voted on May 30, 2025, not to review the decision. Next Steps: Seeking Input The Commission may use its authority to issue orders that: Exclude the products from the U.S. Order companies to stop unfair acts in importing and selling the products. The USITC is asking parties and the public to send written comments. They want to know: What remedies should be ordered How any remedy could affect the public health and welfare How it could affect U.S. producers, consumers, and competition What the bond amount should be Balanced Body must provide: The remedy they want Draft remedial orders When the patents expire Importer details Product category information The deadline for submissions is June 13, 2025. Replies are due June 20, 2025. Extra details on submitting documents are included in the notice. Bond and Presidential Review If a remedy is put in place, a 60-day Presidential review follows. During this time, the products can still enter the U.S., but only under a set bond. Confidential Information Parties can ask for confidential treatment of their submissions. Redacted versions must be filed for public access. Authority The Commission’s authority is based on Section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930 and USITC rules. Contact and More Information Namo Kim, Esq., Office of the General Counsel, USITC, can be reached at (202) 205-3459 for questions. More information and documents are available at https://edis.usitc.gov. This notice was issued by Lisa Barton, Secretary to the Commission, on May 30, 2025. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.
Certain Glow Fish Tape Systems, Safety Helmet Systems, and Components Thereof; Notice of a Commission Determination Not To Review an Initial Determination Granting Complainant’s Motion for Leave To Amend the Complaint and Notice of Investigation
U.S. International Trade Commission Updates Investigation into Glow Fish Tape and Safety Helmet Systems Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes The U.S. International Trade Commission has made a new announcement about an ongoing investigation. This investigation is called Investigation No. 337-TA-1442. It concerns certain glow fish tape systems, safety helmet systems, and their parts. The Commission said it will not review an important decision made by the Chief Administrative Law Judge (CALJ). This decision allowed Klein Tools, Inc., from Lincolnshire, Illinois, to make changes to its complaint. Now, Klein Tools can add new accusations about U.S. Patent No. 12,268,265 (the ‘265 patent). These new claims say that there is infringement of claims 1-4 of the ‘265 patent. This investigation first began on March 19, 2025. Klein Tools filed the complaint, saying that Milwaukee Electric Tool Corporation, based in Brookfield, Wisconsin, was bringing products into the United States, or selling products in the United States, that violated several patents. The original complaint listed U.S. Patent Nos. 11,452,327; 11,713,209; and 12,187,573. Now, the complaint also includes the ‘265 patent, claims 1-4. The Commission’s notice said that there is a domestic industry connected to the products in question. The Office of Unfair Import Investigations is not taking part in this case. The CALJ gave permission to amend the complaint on May 1, 2025. The decision is called Order No. 6. Nobody asked for a review of this decision. The Commission officially stated that it will not review the CALJ’s decision. The investigation is now updated to include the new allegations concerning the ‘265 patent against Milwaukee Electric Tool Corporation. The Commission made this determination on May 30, 2025. The legal authority for this decision comes from section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930 and Part 210 of the Commission’s Rules of Practice and Procedure. This announcement was issued by Lisa Barton, Secretary to the Commission, on May 30, 2025. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.
USITC Briefing 2025-06-05
International Trade Commission Briefing 2025-06-05 Estimated reading time: 3 minutes 1. Certain Glow Fish Tape Systems, Safety Helmet Systems, and Components Thereof; Notice of a Commission Determination Not To Review an Initial Determination Granting Complainant’s Motion for Leave To Amend the Complaint and Notice of Investigation Sub: International Trade Commission Content: Notice is hereby given that the U.S. International Trade Commission ("Commission") has determined not to review an initial determination ("ID") (Order No. 6) of the presiding Chief Administrative Law Judge ("CALJ"), granting Complainant's motion for leave to amend the Complaint and Notice of Investigation to add allegations of infringement of claims 1-4 of U.S. Patent No. 12,268,265 ("the '265 patent"). 2. Certain Exercise Equipment and Subassemblies Thereof; Notice of a Commission Determination Not To Review an Initial Determination Granting-in-Part Complainant’s Motion for Summary Determination of Violation; Request for Written Submissions on Remedy, the Public Interest, and Bonding Sub: International Trade Commission Content: Notice is hereby given that the U.S. International Trade Commission ("Commission") has determined not to review an initial determination ("ID") (Order No. 15) of the presiding administrative law judge ("ALJ") granting-in-part Complainant's motion for summary determination of violation, and to request written submissions from the parties, interested government agencies, and interested persons, under the schedule set forth below, on remedy, the public interest, and bonding. 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.
Refined Brown Aluminum Oxide From the People’s Republic of China: Final Results of the Expedited Fourth Sunset Review of the Antidumping Duty Order
U.S. Keeps Antidumping Duties on Brown Aluminum Oxide From China Estimated reading time: 1–3 minutes On June 4, 2025, the U.S. Department of Commerce published its final results for the fourth “sunset review” of antidumping duties on refined brown aluminum oxide from China. Commerce decided that canceling (revoking) the duties would likely lead to more dumping of this material at very high rates. The review looked at refined brown aluminum oxide, which is also called brown fused alumina or artificial corundum. This product comes from China. The antidumping duty order has been in place since November 19, 2003. The review is required every five years under U.S. law (section 751(c) of the Tariff Act of 1930). Domestic companies in the U.S. took part in this review. They included Great Lakes Minerals, LLC, Imerys Niagara Falls, Inc., U.S. Electrofused Minerals, Inc., and Washington Mills. These companies said they wanted to keep the duties in place. The Department of Commerce did not get any participation from companies in China. After looking at all information, Commerce found that if the order were removed, dumping by Chinese companies would likely start again or get worse. The likely dumping rate would be as high as 135.18 percent. Commerce’s final decision is detailed in a public “Issues and Decision Memorandum.” This document is available at the Enforcement and Compliance’s Antidumping and Countervailing Duty Centralized Electronic Service System (ACCESS) online at https://access.trade.gov. This notice also tells all involved parties to follow the rules for handling confidential information. If they had access to protected information during the review, they must return or destroy it according to the instructions. Commerce’s decision was signed by Christopher Abbott, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Policy and Negotiations. The results of this review were made official on June 4, 2025, and keep the existing antidumping duties in place. Legal Disclaimer This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.
ITA Briefing 2025-06-04
Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Briefing 2025-06-04 Estimated reading time: 5 minutes 1. Stainless Steel Plate in Coils From Belgium: Preliminary Results and Rescission, in Part, of Antidumping Duty Administrative Review; 2023-2024 Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) preliminarily finds that Aperam Stainless Belgium NV (ASB) did not make sales of stainless steel plate in coils from Belgium at less than normal value (NV) during the period of review (POR) May 1, 2023, through April 30, 2024. 2. Determining and Applying Unaffiliated Reseller Assessment Rates; Modification or Removal of Countervailing Duty Expedited Reviews Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: Enforcement and Compliance (E&C), part of the International Trade Administration of the U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce), administers the antidumping duty (AD) and countervailing duty (CVD) trade remedy laws of the Tariff Act of 1930, as amended (the Act). Commerce is seeking public comment as it considers revising, and potentially codifying in its regulations, its current policy of assessing entries of subject merchandise exported by unaffiliated resellers at the all-others rate determined in a less-than-fair-value (LTFV) investigation rather than at the rate calculated for an examined producer of that merchandise in an administrative review. In addition, Commerce is considering modifying or removing regulations providing for the conduct of an expedited administrative review following the conclusion of a CVD investigation. 3. Sodium Nitrite From India: Preliminary Results and Partial Rescission of Antidumping Duty Administrative Review; 2022-2024 Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) is conducting an administrative review of the antidumping duty order on sodium nitrite from India. The period of review (POR) is August 17, 2022, through January 31, 2024. Commerce preliminarily determines that Deepak Nitrite Limited (Deepak) did not make sales of subject merchandise at less than normal value during the POR. We invite interested parties to comment on these preliminary results. 4. Certain Monomers and Oligomers From Taiwan: Postponement of Preliminary Determination in the Countervailing Duty Investigation Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration 5. Refined Brown Aluminum Oxide From the People’s Republic of China: Final Results of the Expedited Fourth Sunset Review of the Antidumping Duty Order Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) finds that revocation of the antidumping duty (AD) order on refined brown aluminum oxide (aluminum oxide) from the People's Republic of China (China) would be likely to lead to continuation or recurrence of dumping, at the levels indicated in the "Final Results of Sunset Review" section of this notice. Legal Disclaimer 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 Selective Thyroid Hormone Receptor-Beta Agonists, Processes for Manufacturing or Relating to Same, and Products Containing Same; Notice of Commission Final Determination Finding a Violation of Section 337; Issuance of a Limited Exclusion Order and Cease and Desist Orders; Termination of the Investigation
U.S. Trade Commission Issues Orders in Thyroid Drug Case Estimated reading time: 5 minutes On June 4, 2025, the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) announced the results of Investigation No. 337-TA-1352. The investigation was over certain selective thyroid hormone receptor-beta agonists and related products. The ITC found that four companies in China broke Section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930. These companies are Ascletis Pharma Inc., Ascletis Pharmaceuticals Co. Ltd., Ascletis Bioscience Co., Ltd., and Gannex Pharma Co., Ltd. These four companies are called “Corporate Respondents” in the case. The ITC said these companies got and used trade secrets that belonged to Viking Therapeutics, Inc., which is based in San Diego, California. Viking was the “Complainant.” Viking said these companies used trade secrets to make and sell certain thyroid-related drugs in the United States. The ITC ordered a seven-year limited exclusion order (LEO) against the Corporate Respondents. That means the drugs and products involved cannot be brought into the United States by these companies for seven years, unless they have a license. The ITC also issued cease and desist orders (CDO) to each of the four companies. This means they must stop all actions that break the law regarding these products. The case started on February 9, 2023. The ITC looked into whether the companies’ actions hurt or stopped a U.S. company from growing. There was a hearing from November 13 to 16, 2023. The main judge, called the Chief Administrative Law Judge (Chief ALJ), found that the companies broke the law and said sanctions were needed. Sanctions mean punishment or penalties. The ITC also looked at the role of Dr. Jinzi Jason Wu, who works for the Corporate Respondents. The ITC decided not to find Dr. Wu personally at fault. Sanctions against Dr. Wu were dropped. Sanctions against the companies and their former lawyers, Rimon PC, were upheld. The ITC also set a bond during a review period. This bond is one hundred percent of the value of any covered items imported during the Presidential review. This means if the companies try to bring in these products during the review, they must pay a bond worth the product’s total value. No other public comments were received about this case. The ITC said the public interest does not stop them from giving these orders. The investigation is now finished. The orders and decisions were sent to the President and the United States Trade Representative on the same day they were made. The ITC voted on this decision on May 29, 2025. The legal authority for these actions comes from Section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930 and the Commission’s own rules. Lisa Barton, Secretary to the Commission, recorded this action. Reference: Federal Register Volume 90, Number 106 (Wednesday, June 4, 2025), Pages 23709-23711. Legal Disclaimer This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.
USITC Briefing 2025-06-04
International Trade Commission Briefing 2025-06-04 Estimated reading time: 3 minutes 1. Certain Selective Thyroid Hormone Receptor-Beta Agonists, Processes for Manufacturing or Relating to Same, and Products Containing Same; Notice of Commission Final Determination Finding a Violation of Section 337; Issuance of a Limited Exclusion Order and Cease and Desist Orders; Termination of the Investigation Sub: International Trade Commission Content: Notice is hereby given that the U.S. International Trade Commission has found a violation of section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930, as amended, in the above-captioned investigation by respondents Ascletis Pharma Inc. of Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China; Ascletis Pharmaceuticals Co. Ltd. of Shaoxing, Zhejiang Province, China; Ascletis Bioscience Co., Ltd. of Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China; and Gannex Pharma Co., Ltd. of Shanghai, China (collectively, “Corporate Respondents”), based on their misappropriation of certain asserted trade secrets. The Commission has determined to issue a seven-year limited exclusion order (“LEO”) prohibiting the unlicensed entry into the United States of certain selective thyroid hormone receptor-beta agonists, processes for manufacturing or relating to same, and products containing same, imported by or on behalf of the Corporate Respondents, and a cease and desist order (“CDO”) against each of the Corporate Respondents. The investigation is terminated. 2. Paper File Folders From Cambodia and Sri Lanka; Scheduling of the Final Phase of Countervailing Duty and Antidumping Duty Investigations 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-741 and 731-TA-1718-1719 (Final) pursuant to the Tariff Act of 1930 (“the Act”) to determine whether an industry in the United States is materially injured or threatened with material injury, or the establishment of an industry in the United States is materially retarded, by reason of imports of paper file folders, provided for in subheading 4820.30.00 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States, from Sri Lanka for which the Department of Commerce (“Commerce”) has preliminarily determined to be sold at less-than- fair-value, and from Cambodia for which Commerce has preliminarily determined have been subsidized by the Government of Cambodia but has preliminarily determined are not being and are not likely to be sold in the United States at less-than-fair-value. Legal Disclaimer This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.
Notice of OFAC Sanctions Action
Treasury Department Announces OFAC Sanctions Action Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes On June 3, 2025, the U.S. Department of the Treasury released a notice about actions taken by the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC). This notice was published in the Federal Register, Volume 90, Number 105. OFAC has added one or more people to the Specially Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons List, also called the SDN List. According to this notice, OFAC decided that legal rules for adding these people were met. When someone is placed on the SDN List, all their property and interests in property under U.S. jurisdiction are blocked. U.S. persons are generally not allowed to do business or other transactions with these people. The action became effective on May 29, 2025. This means that the sanctions started on that date. Extra information about the SDN List and OFAC’s sanctions programs is available on the OFAC website at https://ofac.treasury.gov. If anyone has questions about this notice, they can contact the Associate Director for Global Targeting at 202-622-2420 or the Assistant Director for Sanctions Compliance at 202-622-2490. There is also an online contact form at https://ofac.treasury.gov/contact-ofac. This notice was signed by Lisa M. Palluconi, Acting Director of the Office of Foreign Assets Control. The official Federal Register Document Number is 2025-10055. Legal Disclaimer This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.
OFAC Briefing 2025-06-03
Treasury Department, Foreign Assets Control Office Briefing 2025-06-03 Estimated reading time: 3 minutes 1. Notice of OFAC Sanctions Action Sub: Treasury Department, Foreign Assets Control Office Content: The U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is publishing the names of one or more persons 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 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.
