International Trade Commission Briefing 2025-09-19 Estimated reading time: 4 minutes 1. Fresh Mushrooms From Canada; 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-778 and 731-TA-1764 (Preliminary) pursuant to the Tariff Act of 1930 to determine whether there is a reasonable indication that an industry in the United States is materially injured or threatened with material injury, or the establishment of an industry in the United States is materially retarded, by reason of imports of fresh mushrooms from Canada, provided for in subheading 0709.51.01 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 Canada. 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 October 31, 2025. The Commission’s views must be transmitted to Commerce within five business days thereafter, or by November 7, 2025. 2. Silicon Metal From Russia; Scheduling of an Expedited Five-Year Review Sub: International Trade Commission Content: The Commission hereby gives notice of the scheduling of an expedited review pursuant to the Tariff Act of 1930 (“the Act”) to determine whether revocation of the antidumping duty order on silicon metal from Russia would be likely to lead to continuation or recurrence of material injury within a reasonably foreseeable time. 3. Quartz Surface Products From India and Turkey; Scheduling of Expedited Five-Year Reviews Sub: International Trade Commission Content: The Commission hereby gives notice of the scheduling of expedited reviews pursuant to the Tariff Act of 1930 (“the Act”) to determine whether revocation of the antidumping duty and countervailing duty orders on quartz surface products from India and Turkey would be likely to lead to continuation or recurrence of material injury within a reasonably foreseeable time. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.
Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposed eCollection eComments Requested; Title-Revision of a Currently Approved Collection; Friction Ridge Cards: Arrest and Institution FD-249; Applicant FD-258; Identity History Summary Request FD-1164; FBI Standard Palm Print FD-884; Supplemental Finger and Palm Print FD-884a; Voluntary Appeal File Fingerprint FD-1212; Firearm-Related Challenge Fingerprint FD-1211 Restoration of Federal Firearm Rights Fingerprint FD-1222
FBI Releases Notice on Revised Friction Ridge Card Data Collection Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has announced a proposed change to its approved collection of friction ridge card data. This change was shared in the Federal Register on September 17, 2025. The public can comment on it for 60 days until November 17, 2025. The FBI collects and keeps fingerprint and palm print records using special forms. These records help law enforcement and government agencies identify people and keep records about criminal events. Details of the Collection The collection includes several forms: FD-249: Arrest and Institution FD-258: Applicant FD-1164: Identity History Summary Request FD-884: FBI Standard Palm Print FD-884a: Supplemental Finger and Palm Print FD-1212: Voluntary Appeal File Fingerprint FD-1211: Firearm-Related Challenge Fingerprint FD-1222: Restoration of Federal Firearm Rights These forms are for law enforcement groups and civil groups that need security checks or background checks. The record data is kept in the FBI’s Next Generation Identification System (NGI). Purpose of the Collection The FBI collects this information under Title 28, United States Code, Section 534. This law lets the FBI gather, keep, and share identification records, including for criminal and other investigations. The forms make sure the FBI can help other agencies across the country. Statistics and Burden The expected number of respondents each year is 459,238. Each response is estimated to take 10 minutes. The total yearly burden is about 12.4 million hours. The total annual cost for this collection is $0. Feedback and Questions People can send comments about: If collecting this information is needed. If the estimated time and process are correct. Ways to make the collection better or clearer. How to make it easier for people to submit information, including electronic ways. For more information or to give feedback, contact Brian A. Cain at the FBI’s Criminal History Information and Policy Unit in Clarksburg, West Virginia. You can call 304-625-5590 or email the office. For other details, contact Darwin Arceo at the U.S. Department of Justice in Washington, D.C. This notice was shared by Darwin Arceo, Department Clearance Officer for the Paperwork Reduction Act, U.S. Department of Justice, on September 15, 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.
Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposed eCollection eComments; Requested; New Collection; Title-Optional Flexible Financial Assistance Survey
U.S. Justice Department Seeks Comments on New Financial Assistance Survey for Victims Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes What Is the Survey About? The survey is called the Optional Flexible Financial Assistance Survey. It is part of the Financial Assistance Grants for Victims of Sexual Assault, Domestic Violence, Dating Violence, and Stalking Program (FAV Program). This program began in 2024. It helps victims by giving them quick and flexible financial help. The financial help is for things victims need to stay safe and stable. Sometimes, traditional services do not cover these things. This new survey will help the program learn if the help works well. How Will the Survey Be Used? The survey is short and optional. It will be given to people who get flexible financial help from FAV Program grantees. The survey will be sent online. Grantees will collect the answers and report them to OVW twice a year. The results will show Congress and others how the program is working. What Does the Survey Ask? The survey will ask survivors questions like: How and when they got financial help, How the help affected their safety and their families. The survey will not ask for a lot of information, just what is needed to see if the program is working. Who Will Take the Survey? About 2,600 people will take the survey each year. OVW expects 13 grantees to give financial help. Each grantee will ask about 200 people to take the survey per year. How Long Will the Survey Take? Each survey will take about 10 minutes. Altogether, this means about 433 hours are needed for everyone to finish the survey each year. How Can You Comment? The DOJ wants comments from the public. Comments should be about: If the survey is needed, If the estimate of how long it takes is correct, Ways to improve the survey, How to reduce the work for people taking the survey. Comments will be accepted until November 17, 2025. Contact Details If you want a copy of the survey or have questions, contact Tiffany Watson at the Office on Violence Against Women by phone at 202-514-5430 or by email. For more information, you can also contact Darwin Arceo, Department Clearance Officer, at the U.S. Department of Justice, Justice Management Division. Key Facts Table Activity Estimated Respondents Responses per Person Total Responses Time per Response (min) Total Hours Flexible Financial Assistance Survey 2,600 1 2,600 10 433 The Department of Justice is taking this step to help victims get better support and protection. The public’s ideas and comments will help make the program better. 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 eCollection eComments Requested; Revision of a Previously Approved Collection; Title-Voluntary Appeal File (VAF) Application Form
Justice Department Seeks Comments on Voluntary Appeal File Application Update Estimated reading time: 5 minutes The Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), is asking for public comments on changes to the Voluntary Appeal File (VAF) Application Form. This is a notice from the Criminal Justice Information Services Division. People have 60 days to send comments, ending November 17, 2025. The FBI wants to hear more about: Whether the new information the form collects is useful. If the time it takes to fill out the form makes sense. Ways to make the form clearer. How to make the form easier to use, including online options. About the Voluntary Appeal File (VAF): If a person is delayed or told “no” when trying to buy a firearm, but they appeal and win, the FBI cannot keep a record of that decision or supporting documents. If the person tries to buy a firearm again, there can be more delays or denials. The person may need to submit documents again for each appeal. The VAF was created to help with this problem. People can ask the FBI to keep their information in the VAF. This can stop delays or wrong denials in the future. If accepted, the person gets a Unique Personal Identification Number (UPIN). They give their UPIN when buying a firearm, using the National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS). The VAF UPIN may help in other situations too, like for National Firearms Act gun checks or upcoming “firearm handler background checks.” People who have never been in a NICS check can also apply to the VAF to avoid problems later. Details of the Information Collection: Type of Collection: Revision of an approved collection. Form Title: Voluntary Appeal File (VAF) Application Form. Form Number: 1110-0043. Who Responds: Individuals. Response is voluntary. Time to Complete: About 30 minutes per person, not including travel for fingerprints or postage. Number of Respondents: About 11,073 people may apply each year. Total Time Spent Each Year: 5,536.5 hours total, based on all applicants. Some applications are resolved quickly. If fingerprints show the person is not restricted, it may take one day. If the person matches a possible restriction, the FBI might take up to 60 days, as they may need help from other agencies. Because of this, it is hard to estimate how long it will take to process all applications every year. For more information or to comment, contact Jill Montgomery at the FBI NICS Section, 1000 Custer Hollow Road, Clarksburg, WV 26306, or call 304-709-1476. Official contact at the Department of Justice: Darwin Arceo, Justice Management Division, Two Constitution Square, 145 N Street NE, 4W-218, Washington, DC. This notice was dated September 15, 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.
Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposed eCollection eComments Requested; Revision of a Previously Approved Collection; ViCAP National Crime Database
Department of Justice Seeks Comments on ViCAP National Crime Database Collection Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes The Department of Justice, through the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), is asking for public comments on a revised information collection for the ViCAP National Crime Database. This request follows the rules set by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The Critical Incident Response Group (CIRG) of the FBI will submit this information collection request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and approval. The public comment period is open for 60 days until November 17, 2025. Anyone with questions, suggestions, or requests for copies of the proposed collection instrument and instructions can contact Nathan Graham, Program Manager at the FBI’s Critical Incident Response Group. He can be reached at the FBI Academy, Quantico, VA 22135, by phone at (703) 632-4309. The Department encourages people to provide feedback on these points: Is the information collection needed for the FBI’s work, and does it have practical use? Is the FBI’s estimate of the public’s time and the number of responses correct? Can the quality, usefulness, or clarity of the information be improved? How can the burden on people who respond be reduced, for example, by using electronic or other technology? Details about the ViCAP National Crime Database: ViCAP is a unit within the FBI that studies serial violent and sexual crimes. The ViCAP National Crime Database is the largest U.S. collection of major violent crime case information. It collects and analyzes information about: Homicides (and attempted homicides) that are part of a series, appear random, or are sexually oriented Sexual assaults that are part of a series, or are committed by a stranger Missing persons, if foul play is likely and the victim is still missing Unidentified human remains when the cause of death may be homicide Overview of the Collection: Type of Information Collection: It is a revision of a collection already approved. Title of the Form/Collection: ViCAP National Crime Database. Agency Form Number: None. Affected Public: State, local, and tribal governments. Response is voluntary. Number of Respondents and Time: There are about 5,700 respondents each year. Each response takes about 20 minutes. Annual Burden: Total annual burden is about 1,900 hours (5,700 responses x 20 minutes each). Annual Cost Burden: There is no cost. Summary Table Activity Number of Respondents Frequency Total Annual Responses Time per Response (min) Total Annual Burden (hours) ViCAP National Crime Database 5,700 1 5,700 20 1,900 If more information is needed, readers can contact Darwin Arceo, Department Clearance Officer at the United States Department of Justice, 145 N Street NE, 4W-218, Washington, DC. This notice was signed by Darwin Arceo on September 15, 2025, as the Department Clearance Officer for the Paperwork Reduction Act at the U.S. Department of Justice. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.
Notice of Federal Advisory Committee Charter Renewal; Name of the Committee: NIC Advisory Board
NIC Advisory Board Charter Renewed Through 2027 Estimated reading time: 1–2 minutes The National Institute of Corrections (NIC) has renewed the charter for the NIC Advisory Board. The renewal is for two years, and it lasts through September 12, 2027. The NIC Advisory Board is a federal advisory committee. It was created by law under the Federal Advisory Committee Act, found at 5 U.S.C. 1001-1014 and 41 CFR 102-3.50(a). This law guides how advisory committees work in the government. The Advisory Board gives advice to the NIC on long-range plans and program development. It also recommends guidance to help NIC’s efforts. The Board also gives advice to the Attorney General about picking the Director of the NIC. The NIC helps corrections agencies at the federal, state, and local levels. It provides training, technical help, information, and development of policies and programs. It gives award funds to help start or run important correctional programs. The NIC tries to lead and guide how corrections work is done in the United States. Anyone can get a full copy of the NIC Advisory Board Charter. It can be downloaded as a PDF from the NIC website at https://nicic.gov. People can also ask for a paper copy by sending a mail request to the National Institute of Corrections, 320 1st Street NW, Washington, DC 20534. People who want to know more can contact Leslie LeMaster, who is the Designated Federal Officer. The phone number is (202) 305-5773, and the email is available on the NIC website. This notice is official and meets the rules of the Federal Advisory Committee Act, Public Law 92-463, as amended. The renewal was announced by Leslie LeMaster, Designated Federal Officer, National Institute of Corrections. 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 2025-09-17
Justice Department, National Institute of Corrections Briefing 2025-09-17 Estimated reading time: 4 minutes 1. Notice of Federal Advisory Committee Charter Renewal; Name of the Committee: NIC Advisory Board Sub: Justice Department, National Institute of Corrections Content: In accordance with the Federal Advisory Committee Act, the purpose of this notice is to announce that the National Institute of Corrections has renewed the charter for the NIC Advisory Board for a two-year period through September 12, 2027. The NIC Advisory Board is a federal advisory committee enacted pursuant to the authority provided at 5 U.S.C. 1001-1014, the Federal Advisory Committee Act (FACA), and 41 CFR 102-3.50(a). 2. Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposed eCollection eComments Requested; Revision of a Previously Approved Collection; ViCAP National Crime Database Sub: Justice Department Content: The Department of Justice (DOJ), Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Critical Incident Response Group (CIRG), will be submitting the following information collection request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and approval in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. 3. Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposed eCollection eComments Requested; Revision of a Previously Approved Collection; Title-Voluntary Appeal File (VAF) Application Form Sub: Justice Department Content: The Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation, Criminal Justice Information Services Division will be submitting the following information collection request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and approval in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. 4. Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposed eCollection eComments; Requested; New Collection; Title-Optional Flexible Financial Assistance Survey Sub: Justice Department Content: The Department of Justice (DOJ), Office on Violence Against Women 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. 5. Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposed eCollection eComments Requested; Title-Revision of a Currently Approved Collection; Friction Ridge Cards: Arrest and Institution FD-249; Applicant FD-258; Identity History Summary Request FD-1164; FBI Standard Palm Print FD-884; Supplemental Finger and Palm Print FD-884a; Voluntary Appeal File Fingerprint FD-1212; Firearm-Related Challenge Fingerprint FD-1211 Restoration of Federal Firearm Rights Fingerprint FD-1222 Sub: Justice Department Content: The DOJ, FBI, 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. 6. Notice of Lodging of Proposed Consent Decree Sub: Justice Department 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 the Opening of the Inclusions Window for the Section 232 Steel and Aluminum Tariff Inclusions Process
Notice: September 2025 Section 232 Steel and Aluminum Tariff Inclusions Window Opens Estimated reading time: 2–4 minutes The Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) has opened a new window for requests to include additional steel and aluminum products within Section 232 tariffs. This process is related to the President’s orders under Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962. These orders are part of Proclamations 10895 and 10896, issued on February 10, 2025. The Proclamations made new tariff rates for steel and aluminum imports, including certain extra products made from steel and aluminum. The BIS has set up a process to let people request more products to be added under these duties. Window Dates and Submission Information The window is open from September 15, 2025, until 11:59 PM ET on September 29, 2025. Only submissions for inclusion requests will be accepted during this time. All submissions must be sent by email to the Defense Industrial Base Programs inbox at the BIS. Process Details After the window closes, accepted requests will be posted online for a two-week public comment period. This will be on Docket ID BIS-2025-0023 at Regulations.gov. The process follows the interim final rule published on May 2, 2025 (90 FR 18780). There are set submission periods each year in May, September, and January. Contact Information For questions or more information about the inclusions process, contact Stephen Astle at 202-482-4506. For steel, email [email addresses as listed in notice]. For aluminum, email [email addresses as listed in notice]. More information and details about the submission process can be found in the interim final rule. Robby S. Saunders Deputy Assistant Secretary for Technology Security Federal Register Notice 2025-18008, September 17, 2025 Bureau of Industry and Security 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.
Adoption and Procedures of the Section 232 Automobile Parts Tariff Inclusions Process
U.S. Sets New Process for Adding Auto Parts to Tariffs Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes On September 17, 2025, the U.S. Department of Commerce announced a new process for including additional automobile parts in tariffs. This decision comes after President Biden issued Proclamation 10908 on March 26, 2025. This proclamation directs that more auto parts may be added to the scope of tariffs to protect national security. Key Points of the New Rule The rule became effective on September 17, 2025. The aim is to include more automobile parts under existing tariffs if imports of these parts threaten U.S. national security. The process is detailed under Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962. Who Can Request Additions Any U.S. producer of automobiles or automobile parts may make a request. Industry associations representing these producers can also request inclusions. How and When to Apply Inclusion requests are accepted during two-week windows, four times a year. The windows open at the start of January, April, July, and October. The first submission window opens on October 1, 2025. Requests should be sent in PDF format to a dedicated email inbox. Each request must be no longer than 30 pages, including all attachments. Information Needed in Requests Requests must include: Clear identification of the requester. A detailed description of the specific auto part. The eight or ten-digit Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS) code. An explanation about why the article is an automobile part. Information about the domestic industry affected by the part. Import and domestic production statistics. A description of how increased imports threaten national security or the goals set by the Proclamation. If any information is missing or incorrect, requesters may get a 48-hour period to fix and resubmit the request. Public Comment Process Valid requests are posted for public review. There will be a 14-day public comment window after each submission period. Public comments must be submitted through regulations.gov using specific IDs for each quarterly window. Decision Timeline The Secretary of Commerce will make a decision on each request within 60 days. For each request, a memorandum stating approval or denial will be posted on regulations.gov. The rationale for the decision will be included. Any new parts added to the tariffs are effective the day after a Federal Register notice is published. Regulatory Details The rule is published as an interim final rule. The Office of Management and Budget has approved the information collection under emergency processing. The process is exempt from some federal rulemaking procedures due to its national security purpose. The rule does not affect state or local government authority. How to Comment on the Rule Itself Comments about the rule should be made separately from the inclusion requests. Rule comments must be submitted at regulations.gov under ID ITA-2025-0041 and by November 3, 2025. More Information For questions, contact Emily Davis, Director for Public Affairs at the International Trade Administration, U.S. Department of Commerce. The official rule appears in the Federal Register, Volume 90, No. 178, pages 44767-44772 (September 17, 2025), under Docket No. 250728-0130, RIN 0625-AB30. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.
BIS Briefing 2025-09-17
Commerce Department, Industry and Security Bureau Briefing 2025-09-17 Estimated reading time: 3 minutes 1. Adoption and Procedures of the Section 232 Automobile Parts Tariff Inclusions Process Sub: Commerce Department, Industry and Security Bureau Content: On March 26, 2025, the President issued Proclamation 10908, "Adjusting Imports of Automobiles and Automobile Parts into The United States" (Automobile Proclamation). The Automobile Proclamation required the Secretary of Commerce to establish a process for including additional automobile parts articles for passenger vehicles and light trucks within the scope of the tariffs imposed by the President in the Automobile Proclamation. This interim final rule (IFR) establishes the requisite process. 2. Notice of the Opening of the Inclusions Window for the Section 232 Steel and Aluminum Tariff Inclusions Process Sub: Commerce Department, Industry and Security Bureau Content: The Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) has established a process for including additional derivative steel and aluminum articles within the scope of the duties authorized by the President under section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962. This notice opens the September 2025 inclusions window for submissions. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.
Wooden Bedroom Furniture From the People’s Republic of China: Final Results of Antidumping Duty Administrative Review; 2023
U.S. Finds Eight Chinese Exporters Part of China-Wide Entity in Wooden Bedroom Furniture Case Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes On September 17, 2025, the U.S. Department of Commerce announced the final results of its review of antidumping duties for wooden bedroom furniture from China. The review looked at exports made between January 1, 2023, and December 31, 2023. Commerce decided that eight exporters from China did not show that they qualify for a separate rate from the China-wide entity. These exporters are: Dorbest Ltd. Fine Furniture (Shanghai) Ltd. Rui Feng Lumber Development Co., Ltd. Rui Feng Woodwork Co., Ltd. Wanvog Furniture (Kunshan) Co., Ltd. Yeh Brothers World Trade Inc. Zhongshan Fookyik Furniture Co., Ltd. Shenzhen New Fudu Furniture Co., Ltd. These companies either did not file the required forms, did not respond to requests for information, or failed to show that they meet the rules for a separate rate. Because of this, they are treated as part of the China-wide entity. Commerce did not calculate any individual dumping margins for this review. There are no new calculations to share. For all entries of wooden bedroom furniture from these companies, the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) will collect antidumping duties at the China-wide entity rate. The current China-wide rate is 216.01 percent. The cash deposit requirements for shipments will be as follows: If an exporter already has a separate rate from a past review, that rate is still used. For exporters from China that do not have a separate rate, including those listed above, the cash deposit rate is 216.01 percent. For non-China exporters with no separate rate, the rate will match the Chinese supplier they used. Importers must file a certificate showing they did not get reimbursed for antidumping duties before their entries are finalized. If they do not do this, they may have to pay double duties. This notice also reminds anyone under an Administrative Protective Order to follow rules for handling confidential information. These results were published under the authority of the Tariff Act of 1930 and United States regulations. For more information, interested parties can find the full decision and related documents on the Enforcement and Compliance’s 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.
Wooden Cabinets and Vanities and Components Thereof From the People’s Republic of China: Continuation of Antidumping Duty Order and Countervailing Duty
U.S. Keeps Special Taxes on Wooden Cabinets and Vanities From China Estimated reading time: 4 minutes Why Are There Special Taxes? The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) is keeping its special taxes, called antidumping and countervailing duties, on wooden cabinets and vanities from China. This decision was made because removing the taxes could lead to more unfair trading and hurt U.S. companies. Commerce and the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) looked at the trade rules about wooden cabinets and vanities from China. They found that if the special taxes were removed, more unfair trading, called dumping and subsidies, would happen. This would likely hurt companies in the United States. What Products Are Covered? The taxes apply to wooden cabinets and vanities and their parts from China. These products are usually used in kitchens and bathrooms. They can be floor mounted, wall mounted, or attached in other ways. The material can be real wood or wood made from particles, fibers, or bamboo. Wooden cabinets and vanities, with or without wooden or other coverings. Wooden component parts, such as frames, cabinet boxes, doors, drawers, shelves, and panels. “Ready to assemble” cabinets, also known as “flat packs.” Cabinets and vanities imported with sinks, faucets, plumbing, or countertops. Only the wooden part is taxed. Wooden cabinets and vanities processed in another country (such as cutting, painting, or assembly) are still included. What Is Not Included? Some products are not taxed. These include: Accessories added after making the cabinet, like drawer organizers or lazy Susans. Solid wooden decorations, like corbels and rosettes. Hardware made of metal, like hinges, handles, or screws. Medicine cabinets that are wall mounted, have mirrors, are assembled before shipping, are sold ready for retail, and are no deeper than seven inches. Wooden bedroom furniture. Hardwood plywood that is taxed under other rules. Trade Code Numbers These products are listed under special trade codes. The main codes are 9403.40.9060 and 9403.60.8081. Some parts may use codes 9403.90.7080 and 9403.91.0080. What Happens Next? Customs officers will keep collecting the special taxes on these products when they enter the United States. This rule began on September 9, 2025. The next check on these taxes will happen five years from the last ITC decision. Important Reminders Parties with special business information must keep following the rules on how to return or destroy the information. Breaking those rules could lead to punishment. This notice follows all U.S. trade law rules. It was officially signed by Christopher Abbott, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Policy and Negotiations, on September 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 2025-09-17
Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Briefing 2025-09-17 Estimated reading time: 4 minutes 1. Wooden Cabinets and Vanities and Components Thereof From the People’s Republic of China: Continuation of Antidumping Duty Order and Countervailing Duty Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: As a result of the determinations by the U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) and the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) that revocation of the antidumping duty (AD) and countervailing duty (CVD) orders on wooden cabinets and vanities and components thereof (wooden cabinets and vanities) from the People’s Republic of China (China) would likely lead to the continuation or recurrence of dumping, countervailable subsidies, and material injury to an industry in the United States, Commerce is publishing a notice of continuation of these AD and CVD orders. 2. Wooden Bedroom Furniture From the People’s Republic of China: Final Results of Antidumping Duty Administrative Review; 2023 Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) determines that eight exporters of wooden bedroom furniture from the People’s Republic of China (China) under review have not established their eligibility for a separate rate and are part of the China-wide entity. The period of review (POR) is January 1, 2023, through December 31, 2023. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.
DOJ Briefing 2025-09-16
Justice Department, Drug Enforcement Administration Briefing 2025-09-16 Estimated reading time: 4 minutes 1. Importer of Controlled Substances Application: Catalent Greenville, Inc. Sub: Justice Department, Drug Enforcement Administration Content: Catalent Greenville, Inc. has applied to be registered as an importer of basic class(es) of controlled substance(s). Refer to SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION listed below for further drug information. 2. Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposed eCollection; eComments Requested; Extension of a Previously Approved Collection Title-Law Enforcement Officers Killed and Assaulted Sub: Justice Department Content: The Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Division, FBI, Department of Justice (DOJ), will be submitting the following information collection request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and approval in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. 3. Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposed eCollection eComments Requested; Revision of a Previously Approved Collection; Federal Firearms Licensee (FFL) Enrollment/National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) E-Check Enrollment Form, Federal Firearms Licensee (FFL) Officer/Employee Acknowledgment of Responsibilities Under the NICS Form, Responsibilities of a Federal Firearms Licensee (FFL) Under the National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) Form Sub: Justice Department Content: The CJIS Division, FBI, 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.
Methylene Diphenyl Diisocyanate From the People’s Republic of China: Preliminary Affirmative Determination of Sales at Less-Than-Fair-Value, Postponement of Final Determination, and Extension of Provisional Measures
U.S. Finds Chinese MDI Sold Below Fair Value in Preliminary Decision Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes The U.S. Department of Commerce announced a preliminary finding on methylene diphenyl diisocyanate (MDI) from China. Commerce determined that MDI from the People’s Republic of China is being, or is likely to be, sold in the United States at less-than-fair-value (LTFV). What is MDI? MDI is a chemical used in making foams and plastics. It has two or more isocyanate groups connected to benzene rings with methylene bridges. MDI can be liquid or solid. Some of the common names for MDI include Polymeric MDI, Monomeric MDI, and Modified MDI. The investigation covers all types and grades of MDI from China, regardless of their physical form, additives, or packaging. Investigation Scope The investigation covers MDI and products containing more than 40% MDI by weight. Some products with less MDI or that are highly modified are not included. If MDI is processed in a third country or mixed with MDI from other sources, only the Chinese component is covered. Preliminary Dumping Margins Commerce found these estimated dumping margins for Chinese exporters and producers: Covestro Polymers (China) Co., Ltd.: 376.12% Shandong Mingko Co., Ltd.: 376.12% China-wide entity: 511.75% (based on facts available with adverse inferences) These margins show that MDI from China is being sold in the U.S. at much lower prices than normal value. Suspension of Liquidation U.S. Customs and Border Protection will suspend liquidation of MDI from China that is entered or withdrawn for consumption on or after the date of publication of the notice. Importers will need to provide a cash deposit equal to the dumping margin above for their specific supplier. How Did Commerce Make Its Decision? Commerce used information from the original petition and relied on facts available for the China-wide entity. For companies not individually examined, Commerce used the average margin alleged in the petition (376.12%). No Changes to Scope No parties commented on the scope of the products covered. Therefore, the scope remains unchanged from the initial notice. Public Comments and Hearing Requests Interested parties can submit written comments (case briefs) within 30 days of the notice’s publication. Parties may also request a hearing on the issues raised. If requested, the hearing date will be announced by Commerce. Postponement of Final Decision Wanhua Singapore and Wanhua Ningbo requested to postpone the final determination. Commerce agreed, extending the final decision deadline to 135 days after this notice. Provisional measures (such as cash deposits) may now last up to six months. Next Steps Commerce will send its findings to the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC). If the final determination confirms the preliminary findings, the ITC will then decide if imports of MDI from China harm U.S. industry. Details and Contacts The full decision can be found online at https://access.trade.gov. For further information, contact Kayden Jenson or Christopher Maciuba at the International Trade Administration in Washington, DC. This finding was published in the Federal Register on September 16, 2025 (Volume 90, Number 177, Pages 44629-44632). 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 2025-09-16
Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Briefing 2025-09-16 Estimated reading time: 5 minutes 1. Implementing Certain Tariff-Related Elements of the United States-Japan Agreement Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: On July 23, 2025, the President announced a framework agreement between the United States and Japan (the Agreement), which lays the foundation for a new era of U.S.-Japan trade relations grounded in principles of reciprocity and our shared national interests. On September 4, 2025, the President issued Executive Order 14345, Implementing the United States-Japan Agreement, finding that specified tariff actions are consistent with the national interests of the United States and are necessary and appropriate to address the national emergency declared in Executive Order 14257, as amended, and to reduce or eliminate the threats to national security found in certain proclamations issued under Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962. Executive Order 14345 also directed and authorized the Secretary of Commerce (Secretary) to publish in the Federal Register changes to the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS) with respect to general tariffs on Japanese goods (in consultation with the United States Trade Representative, the Secretary of Homeland Security acting through the Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), and the Chair of the United States International Trade Commission (ITC)); products of Japan that fall under the World Trade Organization Agreement on Trade in Civil Aircraft, except for unmanned aircraft (in consultation with the Chair of the ITC and the Commissioner of CBP); and products of Japan subject to duties under Proclamation 10908 of March 26, 2025 (Adjusting Imports of Automobiles and Automobile Parts Into the United States) (in consultation with the Chair of the ITC and the Commissioner of CBP). This notice amends the HTSUS to implement these provisions of the Agreement. 2. Certain Carbon and Alloy Steel Cut-to-Length Plate From Italy: Final Results and Final Partial Rescission of Antidumping Duty Administrative Review; 2023-2024 Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) determines that producers/exporters of certain carbon and alloy steel cut-to-length plate (CTL Plate) from Italy made sales of subject merchandise at less than normal value during the period of review (POR), May 1, 2023, through April 30, 2024. 3. Standard Steel Welded Wire Mesh From Mexico: Preliminary Affirmative Determination of Circumvention of the Antidumping Duty and Countervailing Duty Orders Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) preliminarily determines that imports of certain low carbon steel (LCS) wire that are produced in Mexico and assembled or completed into standard steel welded wire mesh (welded wire mesh) in the United States are circumventing the antidumping duty (AD) and countervailing duty (CVD) orders on welded wire mesh from Mexico. As a result, all imports of certain LCS wire from Mexico imported by Deacero S.A.P.I. de C.V. (Deacero) will be subject to suspension of liquidation on or after April 2, 2024, and all other imports of certain LCS wire from Mexico will be subject to suspension of liquidation on or after the date of publication of this notice in the Federal Register. Commerce is also imposing a certification requirement. We invite interested parties to comment on this preliminary determination. 4. Methylene Diphenyl Diisocyanate From the People’s Republic of China: Preliminary Affirmative Determination of Sales at Less-Than-Fair-Value, Postponement of Final Determination, and Extension of Provisional Measures Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) preliminarily determines that methylene diphenyl diisocyanate (MDI) from the People’s Republic of China (China) is being, or is likely to be, sold in the United States at less-than-fair-value (LTFV). The period of investigation (POI) is July 1, 2024, through December 31, 2024. Interested parties are invited to comment on this preliminary determination. 5. Utah State University et. al; Application(s) for Duty-Free Entry of Scientific Instruments Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration 6. Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory et al.; Notice of Decision on Application for Duty-Free Entry of Scientific Instruments Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.
Certain Cameras, Camera Systems, and Accessories Used Therewith; Notice of Commission Determination To Review in Part a Final Initial Determination of Violation of Section 337; Schedule for Filing Written Submissions on Certain Issues Under Review and on Remedy, the Public Interest, and Bonding
U.S. International Trade Commission Reviews Patent Case Involving GoPro and Insta360 Estimated reading time: 6–10 minutes Background of the Case GoPro, a camera company based in California, filed a complaint on May 6, 2024. They claimed Insta360 imported cameras and accessories into the U.S. that violated six of GoPro’s patents. These patents included five “utility” patents for different camera technologies and one design patent known as D789,435. The ITC began an official investigation soon after the complaint. Insta360 is based in Shenzhen, China, with a U.S. branch in Irvine, California. Changes in Claims During the Case GoPro withdrew some of its claims during the investigation. By the end of the case, GoPro was only asserting certain claims for each of the six patents. ALJ’s Initial Findings The Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) held a hearing in January 2025. On July 11, 2025, the ALJ made a decision: Insta360 violated Section 337 with respect to GoPro’s design patent D789,435. Insta360 did not violate Section 337 with respect to the five utility patents. The ALJ also made several findings about patent infringement, invalidity, and whether GoPro’s products satisfied certain legal requirements. These included: Some GoPro patent claims were found invalid or not infringed. Some claims were satisfied for domestic industry needs. The design patent D’435 was found infringed and valid. Proposed Remedies from the ALJ If the ITC finds a violation, the ALJ recommended: A limited exclusion order to block certain Insta360 products from entering the U.S. A cease and desist order to stop Arashi Vision (U.S.) LLC from certain sales, since it had significant inventory. A bond set at zero percent of entered value, because GoPro’s products cost less than Insta360’s. Petitions for Review On July 25, 2025, both GoPro and Insta360 challenged parts of the decision and asked for review. They disagreed over both the final findings and specific issues related to the design and utility patents. They filed responses to each other’s petitions on August 4, 2025. Comments from Public and Government Officials The ITC asked for public comments about the case on July 15, 2025. Several U.S. Representatives and the involved companies submitted opinions. Issues Under ITC Review The ITC will review parts of the decision involving: Certain limits in the ‘840 patent. Some language in the ‘052 patent. The ALJ’s finding that certain Insta360 products infringe the design patent D’435. The ITC does not plan to review the rest of the ALJ’s findings. Questions and Next Steps The ITC is asking the parties to explain whether Insta360 products infringe GoPro’s D’435 design patent. They especially want to know about Insta360’s rear screen, which can be in many positions. The ITC also requests written answers on potential remedies, the public interest, and whether warranty and repair parts should be exempt from any orders. The public interest includes concerns for health, the U.S. economy, competition, U.S. production, and consumers. If the ITC orders a remedy, the U.S. Trade Representative will have 60 days to review. During that review, products can enter the U.S. under bond. Deadline for Written Submissions All main written submissions must be filed by September 25, 2025. Reply submissions are due by October 2, 2025. There are page limits for all submissions, and parties must follow all ITC rules. Contact Information People can find documents online at https://edis.usitc.gov or get general details at https://www.usitc.gov. For filing questions, call (202) 205-2000. By order of the Commission.Issued: September 11, 2025.Supervisory Attorney: Susan Orndoff. 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 2025-09-16
International Trade Commission Briefing 2025-09-16 Estimated reading time: 4 minutes 1. Certain Cameras, Camera Systems, and Accessories Used Therewith; Notice of Commission Determination To Review in Part a Final Initial Determination of Violation of Section 337; Schedule for Filing Written Submissions on Certain Issues Under Review and on Remedy, the Public Interest, and Bonding Sub: International Trade Commission Content: Notice is hereby given that the U.S. International Trade Commission has determined to review in part a final initial determination ("Final ID") issued by the presiding administrative law judge ("ALJ") finding a violation of section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930. The Commission requests briefing from the parties on certain issues under review and from the parties, interested government agencies, and interested persons on remedy, the public interest, and bonding based on the schedule set forth below. 2. Certain Electrolyte Containing Beverages and Labeling and Packaging Thereof (II); Notice of Request for Submissions on the Public Interest Sub: International Trade Commission Content: Notice is hereby given that on September 10, 2025, the presiding administrative law judge ("ALJ") issued an Initial Determination granting a motion for summary determination on violation of section 337. The ALJ also issued a Recommended Determination on remedy and bonding should a violation be found in the above-captioned investigation. The Commission is soliciting submissions on public interest issues raised by the recommended relief should the Commission find a violation. This notice is soliciting comments from the public and interested government agencies only. 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.
Multilayered Wood Flooring From the People’s Republic of China: Notice of Court Decision Not in Harmony With the Results of Countervailing Duty Administrative Review; Notice of Amended Final Results
Court Orders Amended Results in Chinese Wood Flooring Duty Review Estimated reading time: 3 minutes Court Orders Amended Results in Chinese Wood Flooring Duty Review On August 29, 2025, the U.S. Court of International Trade (CIT) gave its final judgment in the case of Evolutions Flooring, Inc. et al. v. United States, Consol. Court No. 21-00591. The CIT agreed with the U.S. Department of Commerce’s revised findings about the countervailing duty on multilayered wood flooring from China for goods imported between January 1, 2018, and December 31, 2018. Changes to Subsidy Rates Riverside Plywood Corporation and its cross-owned affiliates: 9.02% Jiangsu Senmao Bamboo Wood Industry Co., Ltd.: 5.29% Non-selected companies under review: 7.91% Background of the Decision In its earlier decision on October 27, 2021, Commerce used certain facts to say that the Government of China’s Export Buyer’s Credit Program (EBCP) applied to companies under review. This contributed to their subsidy rates. Later, the Department fixed errors in its calculations. Evolutions Flooring, Inc. and others appealed the results. On March 27, 2025, the CIT sent the decision back for corrections. The Commerce Department then found that Jiangsu Senmao did not use the EBCP during the review period. It also corrected calculation mistakes for Baroque Timber. Cash Deposit Rules The Commerce Department will update instructions for U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP). However, companies listed in Appendix I already have newer cash deposit rates, so their current rates will not change. For Dailan Shengyu Science and Technology Development Co., Ltd., which does not have a newer rate, new instructions will be sent to CBP. Liquidation of Entries Certain entries remain on hold by order of the CIT while any appeals are pending. These are imports by Riverside Plywood Corporation, Jiangsu Senmao Bamboo Wood Industry Co., Ltd., and companies listed in Appendix II from January 1, 2018, through December 31, 2018. If the CIT ruling is not appealed, or if higher courts agree with CIT, Commerce will order CBP to collect duties at the new rates for these companies. Lists of Companies *Appendix I lists companies with superseding cash deposit requirements. Appendix II lists non-selected companies now subject to the new amended final results.* The news is official as of September 8, 2025, and is signed by Christopher Abbott, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Policy and Negotiations. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.
ITA Briefing 2025-09-15
Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Briefing 2025-09-15 Estimated reading time: 4 minutes 1. Certain Carbon and Alloy Steel Cut-to-Length Plate From Italy: Notice of Court Decision Not in Harmony With the Results of Antidumping Duty Administrative Review; Notice of Amended Final Results Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: On September 3, 2025, the U.S. Court of International Trade (CIT) issued its final judgment in Officine Tecnosider SRL v. United States, Court no. 23-00001, sustaining the U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce)’s second remand results pertaining to the administrative review of the antidumping duty (AD) order on certain carbon and alloy steel cut-to-length plate (CTL Plate) from Italy covering the period May 1, 2020, through April 30, 2021. Commerce is notifying the public that the CIT’s final judgment is not in harmony with Commerce’s final results of the administrative review, and that Commerce is amending the final results with respect to the dumping margin assigned to Officine Tecnosider s.r.l. (OTS). 2. Multilayered Wood Flooring From the People’s Republic of China: Notice of Court Decision Not in Harmony With the Results of Countervailing Duty Administrative Review; Notice of Amended Final Results Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: On August 29, 2025, the U.S. Court of International Trade (CIT) issued its final judgment in Evolutions Flooring, Inc. et al. v. United States, Consol. Court No. 21-00591, sustaining the U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce)’s remand results pertaining to the administrative review of the countervailing duty (CVD) order on multilayered wood flooring from the People’s Republic of China (China) covering the period January 1, 2018, through December 31, 2018. Commerce is notifying the public that the CIT’s final judgment is not in harmony with Commerce’s final results of the administrative review, and that Commerce is amending the final results with respect to the countervailable subsidy rate assigned to Jiangsu Senmao Bamboo Wood Industry Co., Ltd. (Jiangsu Senmao), Riverside Plywood Corporation (Riverside Plywood) and its cross-owned affiliate Baroque Timber Industries (Zhongshan) Co., Ltd. (Baroque Timber), and the non-selected companies under review. 3. Large Diameter Welded Pipe From the Republic of Türkiye: 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 large diameter welded pipe (welded pipe) from the Republic of T[uuml]rkiye (T[uuml]rkiye) was not sold in the United States at less than normal value during the period of review (POR), May 1, 2023, through April 30, 2024. 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 2025-09-12
Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Briefing 2025-09-12 Estimated reading time: 4 minutes 1. Silicon Metal From Australia and Norway: Postponement of Preliminary Determinations in the Less-Than-Fair-Value Investigations Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration 2. Large Diameter Welded Pipe From Canada: Preliminary Results, Preliminary Determination of No Shipments 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 large diameter welded pipe (LDWP) from Canada was sold in the United States at less than normal value during the period of review (POR) of May 1, 2023, through April 30, 2024. Further, we preliminary find that Evraz Inc. NA (Evraz) had no reviewable shipments of subject merchandise during the POR. Finally, Commerce is rescinding this administrative review, in part, with respect to certain companies that had no entries of subject merchandise during the POR. We invite interested parties to comment on these preliminary results. 3. Certain Aluminum Foil From the Sultanate of Oman: 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 Oman Aluminium Rolling Company (OARC) made sales of subject merchandise at less than normal value during the period of review (POR), November 1, 2022, through October 31, 2023. 4. Steel Concrete Reinforcing Bar From the Republic of Türkiye: Final Results of Countervailing Duty Administrative Review; 2022 Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) determines countervailable subsidies were provided to producers and exporters of steel concrete reinforcing bar (rebar) from the Republic of Türkiye (Türkiye) during the period of review (POR) January 1, 2022, through December 31, 2022. 5. Circular Welded Non-Alloy Steel Pipe From the Republic of Korea: 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 certain producers/exporters subject to this administrative review made sales of circular welded non-alloy steel pipe (CWP) from the Republic of Korea (Korea) at prices below normal value during the period of review (POR), November 1, 2022, through October 31, 2023. 6. Certain Aluminum Foil From Brazil: 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 Companhia Brasileira de Alumínio and CBA Itapissuma Ltda. (collectively, CBA) made sales of certain aluminum foil (aluminum foil) from Brazil at prices below normal value (NV) during the period of review (POR) November 1, 2022, through October 31, 2023. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.
Certain Vaporizer Devices, Cartridges Used Therewith, and Components Thereof (II); Notice of Institution of Investigation
U.S. International Trade Commission Starts Investigation on Vaporizer Devices and Components Estimated reading time: 5–10 minutes On August 8, 2025, JUUL Labs, Inc. from Washington, DC, filed a complaint with the U.S. International Trade Commission. The complaint is under section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930, as amended. The case is about certain vaporizer devices, cartridges used with these devices, and their parts. The complaint says these products are being imported, sold for importation, or sold in the U.S. after being imported. JUUL Labs claims these products infringe certain claims of U.S. Patent No. 12,156,533. The complaint also says that there is an industry in the United States involved in this matter, as the law requires. JUUL Labs has asked the Commission to investigate and, after the investigation, issue a limited exclusion order and cease and desist orders. On September 9, 2025, the U.S. International Trade Commission agreed to begin an investigation. The investigation will check if section 337(a)(1)(B) of the Tariff Act has been violated. It will focus on the importation, sale for importation, or sale in the U.S. after importation of the following products: Vaporizer devices (also known as electronic nicotine delivery systems or ENDS) Cartridges used with these devices Components of these devices and cartridges, including cartridge housings, e-liquid nicotine salt formulations, heater components (also called atomizers), chargers, batteries, and subassemblies of these items The investigation will also check if an industry in the U.S. exists in this area, as required by section 337(a)(2). The named parties in this investigation are: Complainant: JUUL Labs, Inc., 1000 F Street NW, Washington, DC 20004 Respondents: NJOY, LLC, 9449 N 90th Street, Suite 201, Scottsdale, AZ 85258 NJOY Holdings, Inc., 9449 N 90th Street, Suite 201, Scottsdale, AZ 85258 Altria Group, Inc., 6601 W Broad Street, Richmond, VA 23230 Altria Group Distribution Company, 6601 W Broad Street, Richmond, VA 23230 Altria Client Services LLC, 6601 W Broad Street, Richmond, VA 23230 The Chief Administrative Law Judge at the U.S. International Trade Commission will choose the presiding Administrative Law Judge for the investigation. The Office of Unfair Import Investigations will not join as a party in this case. Respondents must send their replies to the complaint and the investigation notice, following section 210.13 of the Commission’s Rules of Practice and Procedure. The deadline is no later than 20 days after the Commission sends the complaint and notice of investigation. Extensions for the deadline will only be allowed if there is good reason. If a respondent does not reply on time, they may lose their right to contest the complaint. The Commission and the judge may take the facts as given in the complaint and notice. This can result in an exclusion order, a cease and desist order, or both, against the respondent. For more information or to see the complaint (without confidential information), visit the Commission’s electronic docket at https://edis.usitc.gov. The notice was issued by Sharon Bellamy, Supervisory Hearings and Information Officer, on September 9, 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 Vehicle Telematics, Fleet Management, and Video-Based Safety Systems, Devices, and Components Thereof; Notice of Request for Submissions on the Public Interest
U.S. International Trade Commission Requests Public Comments on Vehicle Telematics Investigation Estimated reading time: 3–4 minutes On September 12, 2025, the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) announced a request for public comments as part of Investigation No. 337-TA-1393. This investigation involves certain vehicle telematics, fleet management, and video-based safety systems and devices. A Final Initial Determination on Violation was issued by the presiding administrative law judge on September 8, 2025. The determination included recommendations on possible remedies and bonding if a violation is found. The ITC is now asking for comments on public interest issues related to these recommendations. The recommended remedies are a limited exclusion order and a cease and desist order. These would apply to certain vehicle telematics, fleet management, and video-based safety systems, devices, and components imported, sold for importation, or sold after importation by Motive Technologies Inc. The ITC is seeking public comments covering the following topics: How the products that might be excluded are used in the United States. Any concerns about public health, safety, or welfare in the United States related to the recommended orders. Other similar products made in the United States that could replace the products that might be excluded. Whether the complainant or others can supply enough replacement products within a reasonable time. The potential impact on U.S. consumers if the recommended orders are issued. Submissions can be up to five pages long, including attachments. The deadline for submissions is the close of business on October 9, 2025. All documents must be filed electronically. They should clearly refer to “Inv. No. 337-TA-1393” on the cover or first page. For details on how to file, the ITC’s Handbook for Electronic Filing Procedures is available online. Those with questions about filing can contact the Secretary at (202) 205-2000. Persons submitting confidential documents must mark them properly and may also need to file non-confidential versions for public inspection. Confidential material will be handled as outlined in ITC rules. All non-confidential documents will be available to the public. For further information, contact Paul Lall at the Office of the General Counsel, U.S. International Trade Commission, 500 E Street SW, Washington, DC 20436, telephone (202) 205-2043. Publicly available documents can also be viewed via the Commission’s electronic docket at https://edis.usitc.gov. This process follows Section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930 and part 210 of the Commission’s rules. The ITC will consider the public interest before making final decisions about the exclusion or limitation of these products. Issued by Sharon Bellamy, Supervisory Hearings and Information Officer, on September 9, 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 2025-09-12
International Trade Commission Briefing 2025-09-12 Estimated reading time: 3 minutes 1. Certain Vehicle Telematics, Fleet Management, and Video-Based Safety Systems, Devices, and Components Thereof; Notice of Request for Submissions on the Public Interest Sub: International Trade Commission Content: Notice is hereby given that on September 8, 2025, the presiding administrative law judge ("ALJ") issued a Final Initial Determination on Violation ("FID") of Section 337. The FID includes a Recommended Determination on remedy and bonding should a violation be found in the above-captioned investigation. The Commission is soliciting submissions on public interest issues raised by the recommended relief should the Commission find a violation. This notice is soliciting comments from the public and interested government agencies only. 2. Certain Vaporizer Devices, Cartridges Used Therewith, and Components Thereof (II); Notice of Institution of Investigation Sub: International Trade Commission Content: Notice is hereby given that a complaint was filed with the U.S. International Trade Commission on August 8, 2025, under section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930, as amended, on behalf of JUUL Labs, Inc. of Washington, DC. The complaint alleges violations of section 337 based upon the importation into the United States, the sale for importation, and the sale within the United States after importation of certain vaporizer devices, cartridges used therewith, and components thereof by reason of the infringement of certain claims of U.S. Patent No. 12,156,533 ("the '533 patent"). The complaint further alleges that an industry in the United States exists as required by the applicable Federal Statute. The complainant requests that the Commission institute an investigation and, after the investigation, issue a limited exclusion order and cease and desist orders. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.
Hexamethylenetetramine From the People’s Republic of China: Antidumping Order and Countervailing Duty Order
United States Sets Antidumping and Countervailing Duties on Hexamethylenetetramine From China Estimated reading time: 8 minutes What Happened Commerce and the ITC made final decisions that Chinese hexamine sold in the U.S. was both dumped at less than fair value and subsidized by the Chinese government. This was found to hurt U.S. manufacturers. Important Dates These orders apply starting September 11, 2025. Antidumping duties apply to service entries from May 6, 2025. Countervailing duties apply to entries from March 7, 2025. Duty Rates Antidumping Duties: The cash deposit rate for all Chinese exporters is set at 394.65%, based on a dumping margin of 405.19%. This applies to the “China-wide Entity.” Countervailing Duties: The cash deposit rate is 420.73% for all named Chinese companies and for all others. The companies include Changzhou Highassay Chemical Co., China Bluestar International Chemical Co., Ltd, Fengchen Group Co., Ltd, Hutubi Ruiyuantong Chemicals Co., Ltd, Jiangsu Guotai Guomian Trading, Jiaozuo Runhua Chemical Industry Co., and Qingdao Sun Chemical Corp. Ltd. How It Works U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) will collect duties on imports of hexamine from China, based on these rates. For antidumping duties, CBP will collect the difference between the normal value and the exported price. Rates apply to entries after May 6, 2025, except some entries after provisional measures expired before the final ITC injury determination. For countervailing duties, CBP will collect duties equal to the subsidy rate. This applies to entries from March 7, 2025, except for entries during certain periods when provisional measures expired. Product Scope The orders cover granular hexamine from China, which has a particle size of 5 millimeters or less. It does not matter if the hexamine is stabilized or unstabilized. The orders apply whether it is blended, mixed, or ground with other products, as long as it contains at least 50% hexamine by weight. Hexamine may also be called: Hexamethylene tetramine HMT HMTA 1,3,5,7-tetraazaadamantanemethenamine 1,3,5,7-tetraazatricyclo{3.3.1.13,7}decane It is classified under HTSUS code 2933.69.5000. The written description decides if a product is covered, not just the HTS code. Suspension of Liquidation CBP will continue to suspend the processing (liquidation) of all affected entries until further instructions. The AD and CVD orders are effective as of the Federal Register publication date. Annual Inquiry Service Lists Commerce will maintain an annual service list for each order or investigation. Law firms, petitioners, foreign governments, and interested parties must enter appearances on Commerce’s online system, ACCESS. This ensures they are notified of any new scope applications or rulings related to these orders. What It Means Any U.S. importer of hexamine from China must now pay very high cash deposits. These new trade orders are designed to protect U.S. industry from unfairly traded imports. Contact Information For questions about antidumping, contact Thomas Cloyd at (202) 482-1246. For countervailing duties, contact Eliza DeLong at (202) 482-3878, both at the U.S. Department of Commerce. Reference This order was signed by Christopher Abbott, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Policy and Negotiations, on September 8, 2025. For more details and a list of all ongoing AD and CVD orders, visit https://enforcement.trade.gov/stats/iastats1.html. 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.
Citric Acid and Certain Citrate Salts From the People’s Republic of China: Preliminary Results of the Antidumping Duty Administrative Review; 2023-2024
U.S. Department of Commerce: Preliminary Results of Antidumping Review on Citric Acid from China Estimated reading time: 1–7 minutes On September 11, 2025, the U.S. Department of Commerce announced its preliminary results for the antidumping duty administrative review of citric acid and certain citrate salts from China. The review covers sales made between May 1, 2023, and April 30, 2024. The companies under review are RZBC Group Co., Ltd., RZBC Co., Ltd., RZBC Import & Export Co., Ltd., and RZBC (Juxian) Co., Ltd. (together, RZBC). The Department determined that RZBC did not sell citric acid in the United States at less than its normal value during this period. Key Details of the Review The Department of Commerce began this review after a request was submitted following the publication of the original antidumping order on May 29, 2009. The current review only covers RZBC, which was selected as the mandatory respondent. On December 9, 2024, Commerce extended some deadlines in this review by 90 days. The preliminary results deadline was then extended to September 5, 2025. All detailed events and analysis are available in the Preliminary Decision Memorandum, available to the public through the ACCESS system. Product Scope The product covered by this review is citric acid and certain citrate salts from China. The full product description can be found in the Preliminary Decision Memorandum. China-Wide Entity The China-wide entity, which has an assessment rate of 156.87 percent, is not under review because no party requested its review. Its rate is not subject to change. Methodology Commerce used the methods set by the Tariff Act of 1930. Export price was calculated using section 772(a), and normal value was calculated using section 773. More detail is in the Preliminary Decision Memorandum. Preliminary Results For the review period, the following preliminary dumping margin was found: Exporter Weighted-Average Dumping Margin (percent) RZBC Group Co., Ltd., RZBC Co., Ltd., RZBC Import & Export Co., Ltd., and RZBC (Juxian) Co., Ltd. 0.00 Next Steps and Public Comment Commerce will release its calculations within five days of this notice. Interested parties have 21 days from publication to submit case briefs. Rebuttal briefs are due five days after case briefs. Briefs must include a table of contents and table of authorities. Executive summaries should be provided for each issue and be no more than 450 words per issue. Anyone who wants a hearing must submit a request through the ACCESS system within 30 days of publication. The hearing can only cover issues raised in the written briefs. Final Results The final results of the review are expected within 120 days from publication unless extended. These will include analysis of all comments. Assessment Rates After the final results, the Department will set antidumping duties as follows: If a company’s margin is zero or less than 0.5 percent (de minimis), Customs will liquidate entries with no additional duties. If an importer-specific rate is not de minimis, duties will be collected. Instructions to Customs (CBP) will be issued not less than 35 days after publication of the final results. Cash Deposit Requirements After the final results, the following will apply: For RZBC, the new cash deposit rate will be based on the final results (zero if the margin is zero or de minimis). For other exporters with past separate rates, their previous rate will continue. For Chinese exporters without a separate rate, the China-wide entity rate applies. For non-Chinese exporters without their own rate, the rate of their Chinese supplier applies. These requirements stay in effect until further notice. Reminder to Importers Importers must file a certificate about reimbursement of antidumping or countervailing duties before liquidation. Failing to do so may result in double duties being assessed. Publication This notice is issued and published in accordance with U.S. law. The review was signed on September 5, 2025, by Christopher Abbott, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Policy and Negotiations, performing the duties of the Assistant Secretary for Enforcement and Compliance. Appendix The Preliminary Decision Memorandum discusses: Summary Background Scope of the Order Methodology Adjustment Under Section 777A(f) Currency Conversion Recommendation For full documents and more information, refer to the Federal Register notice and the ACCESS portal. 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 2025-09-11
Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Briefing 2025-09-11 Estimated reading time: 6 minutes 1. Carbon and Alloy Steel Cut-to-Length Plate From the Republic of Korea: Preliminary Results of Antidumping Duty Administrative Review; 2023-2024 Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) determines that POSCO, POSCO International Corporation, POSCO MS, Taechang Steel Co., Ltd., and Winsteel Co., Ltd., (collectively, the POSCO single entity) did not make sales of cut to length plate (CTL plate) from the Republic of Korea (Korea) in the United States below normal value (NV) during the period of review (POR). The POR is May 1, 2023, through April 30, 2024. Interested parties are invited to comment on these preliminary results. 2. Citric Acid and Certain Citrate Salts From the People’s Republic of China: Preliminary Results of the Antidumping Duty Administrative Review; 2023-2024 Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) preliminarily determines that RZBC Group Co., Ltd., RZBC Co., Ltd., RZBC Import & Export Co., Ltd., and RZBC (Juxian) Co., Ltd. (collectively, RZBC) did not make sales of citric acid and certain citrate salts (citric acid) from the People's Republic of China (China) at less than normal value (NV) during the period of review (POR) May 1, 2023, through April 30, 2024. Interested parties are invited to comment on these preliminary results of review. 3. Certain Carbon and Alloy Steel Cut-To-Length Plate 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 certain carbon and alloy steel cut-to-length plate (CTL plate) from Belgium was sold at less than normal value (NV) during the period of review (POR) May 1, 2023, through April 30, 2024. Additionally, Commerce is rescinding this review in part, with respect to certain companies. We invite interested parties to comment on these preliminary results of review. 4. Silicomanganese 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) is conducting an administrative review of the antidumping duty (AD) order on silicomanganese from India for the period of review (POR) May 1, 2023, through April 30, 2024. Commerce preliminarily finds that silicomanganese from India was not sold in the United States at prices below normal value during the POR. Interested parties are invited to comment on these preliminary results of review. 5. Hexamethylenetetramine From the People’s Republic of China: Antidumping Order and Countervailing Duty Order Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: Based on affirmative final determinations by the U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) and the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), Commerce is issuing antidumping duty (AD) and countervailing duty (CVD) orders on hexamethylenetetramine (hexamine) from the People's Republic of China (China). 6. Certain Steel Nails From the United Arab Emirates: Preliminary Results and Partial Rescission of Antidumping Duty Administrative Review; 2023-2024 Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) preliminarily finds that sales of certain steel nails (steel nails) from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) were made at less than normal value (NV). The period of review (POR) is May 1, 2023, through April 30, 2024. Additionally, Commerce is rescinding this administrative review, in part, with respect to 19 companies that had no entries of the subject merchandise during the POR. We invite interested parties to comment on these preliminary results. 7. Large Diameter Welded Pipe From the Republic of Türkiye: Preliminary Results and Rescission, in Part, 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 large diameter welded pipe (welded pipe) from the Republic of T[uuml]rkiye (T[uuml]rkiye) during the period of review (POR) January 1, 2023, through December 31, 2023. Interested parties are invited to comment on these preliminary results. 8. Welded Stainless Pressure Pipe From India: 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 Suncity Metals and Tubes Private Limited (Suncity Metals), the sole producer/exporter subject to this administrative review, made sales of welded stainless pressure pipe (WSPP) from India at less than normal value during the period of review (POR) November 1, 2022, through October 31, 2023. 9. Large Diameter Welded Pipe From the Republic of Korea: Preliminary Results and Partial Rescission of the Countervailing Duty Administrative Review; 2023 Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) preliminarily determines that countervailable subsidies are being provided to certain producers and exporters of large diameter welded pipe (welded pipe) from the Republic of Korea (Korea). The period of review (POR) is January 1, 2023, through December 31, 2023. Additionally, we are rescinding this review with respect to 16 companies. Interested parties are invited to comment on these preliminary results of review. 10. Non-Refillable Steel Cylinders From the People’s Republic of China: Preliminary Results and Partial Rescission of the Antidumping Duty Administrative Review; 2023-2024 Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) preliminarily determines that Wuyi Xilinde Machinery Manufacture Co., Ltd. (Wuyi Xilinde) made sales of non-refillable steel cylinders (non-refillable cylinders) from the People's Republic of China (China) at less than normal value (NV) during the period of review (POR) May 1, 2023, through April 30, 2024. Additionally, Commerce intends to rescind the review, in part, with respect to three companies. Interested parties are invited to comment on the preliminary results of this review. 11. Glycine From India, Japan, Thailand, and the People’s Republic of China: Notice of Court Decision Not in Harmony With Final Scope Ruling and Notice of Amended Final Scope Ruling Pursuant to Court Decision Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: On August 20, 2025, the U.S. Court of International Trade (CIT) issued its final judgment in Deer Park Glycine, LLC v. United States, Court
Temporary Steel Fencing From China; Scheduling of the Final Phase of Countervailing Duty and Antidumping Duty Investigations
U.S. Schedules Final Phase of Trade Investigation on Temporary Steel Fencing From China Estimated reading time: 7–10 minutes The United States International Trade Commission (USITC) has announced the scheduling of the final phase for investigations No. 701-TA-754 and 731-TA-1732. These are countervailing duty and antidumping duty investigations. The investigations seek to find out if an industry in the U.S. is being hurt by imports of temporary steel fencing from China. The temporary steel fencing is covered under subheading 7308.90.95 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule. The Department of Commerce (Commerce) found that these products are subsidized and sold at prices lower than fair value. Definition and Scope Commerce defines the merchandise under investigation as temporary steel fencing. This includes both temporary steel fence panels and stands. The panels are held together by stands or other kinds of supports to make a fence. The panels are included in the scope whether or not they are attached to a stand. Temporary steel fence panels have welded steel tube frames and an inside made of chain link, steel wire mesh, or other steel materials. The inside materials are not more than ten millimeters wide. The panels can have steel tubing all around or just on two sides. All panels with two framed sides are included, no matter the number of edges framed. Most panels are between 10 and 12 feet long and 6 to 8 feet high. All panels are included, regardless of size or weight, if they have: More than 7.5 square feet of surface area A weight above 4 pounds A weight below 1.92 pounds per square foot Panels can be square, rectangular, or rounded and may have gates, wheels, doors, or other features. All are covered. The panels may also have extra reinforcing tubes, extensions, pins, tubes, or holes at the bottom. All are included no matter these features. Steel fence stands are flat pieces with one or two tubes or pins for holding panels up. Stands are covered no matter how they are made or shaped. Panels and stands are covered regardless of coating, painting, or finish. All panels and stands are covered if imported together or separately, assembled or unassembled. Inclusions and Exclusions Material that matches the description but has been finished, packed, or put together in other countries is included. This includes painting, coating, or assembly in other places. Temporary steel fencing is included even if attached to other parts like hooks, brackets, or latches. Only the fencing itself is part of this investigation. Excluded are decorative steel fence panels. These are panels where: the long side is 48 inches or less; the short side is 38 inches or less; the panel weighs 7 pounds or less; all sides have steel tubing no wider than 10 mm; the inside is a decorative pattern (not square, diamond, or hexagonal mesh) covering at least 5% of the surface. Background The investigation was started because Commerce found that Chinese companies get subsidies for temporary steel fencing and are selling these products in the U.S. for less than fair value. ZND US Inc., based in Statesville, North Carolina, started this process with a petition on January 15, 2025. Procedures and Participation Anyone who wants to take part in the final phase as a party must file an entry of appearance no later than 21 days before the hearing. Those who already appeared in the preliminary phase do not need to file again. All filings must be made electronically using the Electronic Document Information System (EDIS) at https://edis.usitc.gov. Business proprietary information (BPI) will only be shared with authorized parties under the administrative protective order (APO). Applications for BPI access must be submitted at least 21 days before the hearing. Schedule and Hearings The prehearing staff report will be on the nonpublic record by December 1, 2025. A public version will follow. The hearing starts at 9:30 a.m. on December 18, 2025. Requests to appear must be filed by December 11, 2025. Requests to testify via videoconference must include a reason. Remote witness requests are accepted for illness or a positive COVID-19 test up until 3:00 p.m. the day before the hearing. A prehearing conference, if needed, will be on December 16, 2025. Written testimony and presentation slides are due by noon on December 17, 2025. Written Submissions Prehearing briefs are due December 8, 2025. Posthearing briefs and written statements from the public are due January 5, 2026. Parties will get access to all information not previously shared on January 22, 2026. Final comments are due by January 26, 2026. All documents must follow the Commission’s rules. A certificate of service is required for every filing. The investigations are conducted under the authority of Title VII of the Tariff Act of 1930. This notice was issued by Sharon Bellamy, Supervisory Hearings and Information Officer, and published on September 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.
USITC Briefing 2025-09-11
International Trade Commission Briefing 2025-09-11 Estimated reading time: 3 minutes 1. Temporary Steel Fencing From China; Scheduling of the Final Phase of Countervailing Duty and Antidumping Duty Investigations Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/09/11/2025-17570/temporary-steel-fencing-from-china-scheduling-of-the-final-phase-of-countervailing-duty-and 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-754 and 731-TA-1732 (Final) pursuant to the Tariff Act of 1930 to determine whether an industry in the United States is materially injured or threatened with material injury, or the establishment of an industry in the United States is materially retarded, by reason of imports of temporary steel fencing from China, provided for in subheading 7308.90.95 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. Freight Rail Couplers and Parts Thereof From Czech Republic and India; Determinations Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/09/11/2025-17569/freight-rail-couplers-and-parts-thereof-from-czech-republic-and-india-determinations Sub: International Trade Commission Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.
ITA Briefing 2025-09-09
Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Briefing 2025-09-09 Estimated reading time: 3 minutes 1. Certain Monomers and Oligomers From Taiwan: Preliminary Affirmative Determination of Sales at Less Than Fair Value and Preliminary Affirmative Determination of Critical Circumstances Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) preliminarily determines that certain monomers and oligomers from Taiwan are being, or are likely to be, sold in the United States at less than fair value (LTFV). The period of investigation (POI) is January 1, 2024, through December 31, 2024. Interested parties are invited to comment on this preliminary determination. 2. Certain Aluminum Foil From the Sultanate of Oman: Final Results of Countervailing Duty Administrative Review; 2022 Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) determines that Oman Aluminium Rolling Company SPC, a producer and exporter of certain aluminum foil (aluminum foil) from the Sultanate of Oman (Oman) received countervailable subsidies during the period of review 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.
Wooden Cabinets and Vanities From China; Determinations
U.S. International Trade Commission Makes Determination on Wooden Cabinets and Vanities From China Estimated reading time: 1–7 minutes On September 5, 2025, the United States International Trade Commission (“Commission”) released an important decision. The ruling concerns wooden cabinets and vanities imported from China. The case was reviewed under Investigation Nos. 701-TA-620 and 731-TA-1445 (Review). The review is required by law, including section 751(c) of the Tariff Act of 1930. The Commission had to decide if cancelling duties on these products would hurt U.S. industry. The Commission looked at a detailed record. Reviews were started in March 2025 and announced under Federal Register 90 FR 11059. By June 6, 2025, the Commission decided to use an expedited review process. This was announced in the Federal Register at 90 FR 36070. After completing its analysis, the Commission ruled that ending the countervailing and antidumping duty orders on wooden cabinets and vanities from China would probably lead to material injury again for U.S. industry in the near future. The findings and legal views are in USITC Publication 5661, dated September 2025. This decision means that the current duties on wooden cabinets and vanities from China will remain in place. The official notice was issued by Susan D. Orndoff, Supervisory Attorney, on September 5, 2025. Reference: Federal Register Volume 90, Number 172, page 43474, document number 2025-17301. 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 2025-09-09
International Trade Commission Briefing 2025-09-09 Estimated reading time: 3 minutes 1. Wooden Cabinets and Vanities From China; Determinations Sub: International Trade Commission 2. Notice of Receipt of Complaint; Solicitation of Comments Relating to the Public Interest Sub: International Trade Commission Notice is hereby given that the U.S. International Trade Commission has received a complaint entitled Certain Microcurrent Facial Toning Devices and Systems Thereof, DN 3846; the Commission is soliciting comments on any public interest issues raised by the complaint or complainant’s filing pursuant to the Commission’s Rules of Practice and Procedure. 3. Sugar From Mexico; Determinations Sub: International Trade Commission Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.
ITA Briefing 2025-09-08
Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Briefing 2025-09-08 Estimated reading time: 3 minutes 1. High Purity Dissolving Pulp From Brazil: Initiation of Countervailing Duty Investigation Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration 2. High Purity Dissolving Pulp From Brazil and Norway: Initiation of Less-Than-Fair-Value Investigations Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration 3. Heavy Walled Rectangular Welded Carbon Steel Pipes and Tubes From Mexico: Amended Final Results of Antidumping Duty Administrative Review; 2022-2023 Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) is amending the final results of the administrative review of the antidumping duty order on heavy-walled rectangular welded carbon steel pipes and tubes (HWR) from Mexico. This notice amends the cash deposit rate for Maquilacero S.A. de C.V. (Maquilacero). The period of review (POR) is September 01, 2022, through August 31, 2023. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.
Notice of OFAC Sanctions Action
OFAC Adds New Names to Specially Designated Nationals List Estimated reading time: 2–3 minutes The U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has published an official notice in the Federal Register. This notice announces that new persons have been added to the Specially Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons List (SDN List). This action was issued on August 27, 2025. It is based on OFAC’s determination that the legal requirements for sanctions were met. These sanctions mean that all property and interests in property under U.S. jurisdiction belonging to the listed persons are now blocked. U.S. persons are generally not allowed to do business or any transactions with these blocked persons. All affected property remains blocked. The full SDN List and more details about OFAC sanctions programs are available on the OFAC website at OFAC website. If you need more information, you can contact the Associate Director for Global Targeting at 202-622-2420 or the Assistant Director for Sanctions Compliance at 202-622-2490. The notice is signed by Bradley T. Smith, Director of the Office of Foreign Assets Control. The full legal notice can be found in the Federal Register, Volume 90, Number 169, Thursday, September 4, 2025, on pages 42790-42792. The action blocks the property and interests in property of the named persons under the relevant sanctions authority. All persons and organizations should review the updated SDN List to ensure compliance with sanctions laws. 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 2025-09-04
Treasury Department, Foreign Assets Control Office Briefing 2025-09-04 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 who have been removed from OFAC’s List of Specially Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons (SDN List). Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.
Small Diameter Graphite Electrodes From the People’s Republic of China: Continuation of Antidumping Duty Order
U.S. Keeps Antidumping Duties on Chinese Small Diameter Graphite Electrodes Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes The United States Department of Commerce has announced that the antidumping duty order on small diameter graphite electrodes from the People’s Republic of China will continue. This decision comes after the Department of Commerce and the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) decided that ending the order would likely result in continued dumping and harm to U.S. industry. The antidumping order was first put in place on February 26, 2009. On March 3, 2025, the ITC and Commerce began the third five-year review of this order, as required by law. In July 2025, the Department of Commerce found that getting rid of the order would likely lead to more dumping of these products into the U.S. market by Chinese companies. The ITC agreed, saying that the ending of the order would likely cause further harm to American businesses. The order covers small diameter graphite electrodes of any length, with diameters of 400 millimeters (16 inches) or less. These electrodes are used in furnaces and include those attached or not attached to a joining system. The order also covers graphite pin joining systems for these electrodes, whether sold attached or separately. These products are mainly used in metal melting, steel refining, and special furnace industries like foundries and smelters. The products fall under several subheadings of the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTSUS), including 8545.11.0010, 3801.10, and 8545.11.0020. Some products under these codes were included due to earlier decisions to stop companies from using extra processing in other countries to get around the order. U.S. Customs and Border Protection will continue to collect cash deposits at current rates for these Chinese imports. The effective date for this continuation is August 29, 2025. The Commerce Department plans to begin its next five-year review of the order no later than 30 days before the fifth anniversary of the last ITC determination. This notice also reminds involved parties about their duty to return or destroy any confidential business information in line with the law and regulations. For more information, contact Elizabeth Whiteman at the Department of Commerce. This news is published according to sections 751(c), 751(d)(2), and 777(i) of the Tariff Act of 1930, and the related federal regulations. Dated: August 29, 2025. Abdelali Elouaradia, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Enforcement and Compliance. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.
ITA Briefing 2025-09-04
Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Briefing 2025-09-04 Estimated reading time: 5 minutes 1. United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA), Article 10.12: Binational Panel Review: Notice of Request for Panel Review Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: Two Requests for Panel Review were filed in the matter of Certain Softwood Lumber Products from Canada: Final Results of Antidumping Duty Administrative Review, Partial Rescission of Administrative Review, and Final Determination of No Shipments; 2023 with the U.S. Section of the USMCA Secretariat on August 28, 2025. The first Request for Panel Review was filed on behalf of Resolute FP Canada Inc., the Conseil de l'industrie forestière du Quebec, the Ontario Forest Industries Association, and each association's respective individual members (collectively Central Canada) as well as Plaster Rock Lumber Corporation and CHAP Alliance, Inc. The second was filed by The Government of Canada, the Governments of Alberta, British Columbia, Ontario, and Québec; Alberta Softwood Lumber Trade Council, British Columbia Lumber Trade Council; Canfor Corporation, Canadian Forest Products Ltd., Canfor Wood Products Marketing Ltd., Canfor Fox Creek Ltd., Canfor Whitecourt Ltd., Interfor Corporation, Interfor Sales & Marketing Ltd., EACOM Timber Corporation, Chaleur Forest Products Inc., Chaleur Forest Products LP, J.D. Irving, Limited, Tolko Marketing and Sales Ltd. and Tolko Industries Ltd., Gilbert Smith Forest Products Ltd., and West Fraser Mills Ltd. The USMCA Secretariat has assigned case number USA-CDA-2025-10.12-02 to this request. 2. Stilbenic Optical Brightening Agents 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) preliminarily determines that Teh Fong Min International Co., Ltd., also known as Teh Fong Ming International Co., Ltd. (TFM), the sole producer and/or exporter subject to this administrative review, made sales of stilbenic optical brightening agents (stilbenic OBAs) at less than normal value during the period of review (POR) May 1, 2023 through April 30, 2024. Interested parties are invited to comment on this preliminary determination. 3. Steel Concrete Reinforcing Bar From Mexico: 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 Deacero S.A.P.I. de C.V. and I.N.G.E.T.E.K.N.O.S. Estructurales, S.A. de C.V. (collectively, Deacero Group); and TA 2000 S.A. de C.V. (TA 2000) sold steel concrete reinforcing bar (rebar) from Mexico in the United States at less than normal value during the period of review (POR), November 1, 2022, through October 31, 2023. 4. Small Diameter Graphite Electrodes From the People’s Republic of China: Continuation of Antidumping Duty Order Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: As a result of the determinations by the U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) and the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) that revocation of the antidumping duty (AD) order on small diameter graphite electrodes from the People's Republic of China would likely lead to the continuation or recurrence of dumping and material injury to an industry in the United States, Commerce is publishing a notice of continuation of this AD order. 5. Certain Pasta From Italy: 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 La Molisana, S.p.A. (La Molisana) and Pastificio Lucio Garofalo S.p.A (Garofalo) made sales of certain pasta (pasta) from Italy at less than normal value during the period of review (POR), July 1, 2023, through June 30, 2024. Additionally, Commerce is rescinding this administrative review with respect to certain companies. We invite interested parties 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.
Certain Hydrodermabrasion Systems and Components Thereof; Notice of Request for Submission on the Public Interest
U.S. International Trade Commission Requests Public Input on Hydrodermabrasion Systems Investigation Estimated reading time: 4–6 minutes The U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) has announced a request for public comments related to an ongoing investigation about certain hydrodermabrasion systems and their parts. The investigation is officially known as Investigation No. 337-TA-1408. On August 26, 2025, the Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) working on the case issued an Initial Determination that a violation of Section 337 has occurred. The ALJ also made a Recommended Determination about possible remedies and bonding if a violation is found. The ITC is now asking the public and interested government agencies to share comments about the possible impact of the recommended remedial actions. This includes a limited exclusion order and a cease and desist order against Cartessa Aesthetics, LLC. These actions would affect the importation, sale for importation, or sales after importation of the hydrodermabrasion systems and their components by Cartessa. The Commission wishes to understand how these orders could affect: Public health and welfare in the United States Competitive conditions within the U.S. economy The production of similar or directly competitive products in the U.S. Consumers in the United States The Commission is especially looking for comments that: Explain how the affected hydrodermabrasion systems and their parts are used in the United States. Identify any public health, safety, or welfare concerns about the recommended orders. Point out similar or directly competing products made in the U.S. by the complainant, its licensees, or third parties that could replace the imported items. Indicate whether there is enough capacity among the complainant, licensees, or third-party suppliers to replace the imported products quickly. Explain how the recommended orders might impact U.S. consumers. Public submissions must be five pages or less, including any attachments. The deadline for submitting these comments is the close of business on October 2, 2025. Those making submissions must file documents electronically by the deadline under 19 CFR 210.4(f). The investigation number “Inv. No. 337-TA-1408” should be clear on the cover or first page. Questions about filing can be directed to the Secretary of the Commission at (202) 205-2000. Documents with confidential information must be clearly marked as such. Non-parties submitting confidential information must also serve these documents to the investigation parties following the guidelines in the Administrative Protective Order and file a redacted public version of the document at the same time. Non-confidential submissions will be available for public viewing via the Commission’s electronic docket (EDIS) at https://edis.usitc.gov. This notice was issued by Lisa Barton, Secretary to the Commission, on September 2, 2025. The action is authorized under Section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930 and the Commission’s rules (19 CFR part 210). For more information, contact Jonathan D. Link, Esq., at the Office of the General Counsel, U.S. International Trade Commission, 500 E Street SW, Washington, DC 20436, telephone (202) 205-3103. General information is also available at https://www.usitc.gov. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.
Notice of Receipt of Complaint; Solicitation of Comments Relating to the Public Interest
U.S. International Trade Commission Receives Complaint on Liquid Crystal Devices Estimated reading time: 4–6 minutes The U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) announced that it has received a new complaint. The complaint is titled “Certain Liquid Crystal Devices, Components Thereof, and Products Containing the Same” (Docket Number 3845). The USITC is asking for comments from the public. They want to know about any public interest issues related to the complaint or the complainant’s filing. Who Filed the Complaint? The complaint was filed by BH Innovations LLC on August 29, 2025. It claims that certain companies have violated section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930 (19 U.S.C. 1337). The violations involve importing, selling for importation, or selling in the United States after importation certain liquid crystal devices and related products. Who Are the Respondents? The complaint lists several companies as respondents. They include: HKC Corporation Ltd. (China) Chongqing HKC Optoelectronics Technology Co., Ltd. (China) HKC Overseas Ltd. (Hong Kong) HiSense Co., Ltd. (China) HiSense International Co., Ltd. (China) HiSense Visual Technology Co. Ltd. (China) HiSense US Corporation (Suwanee, GA) VIZIO Holding Corp. (Irvine, CA) TCL Electronics Holdings Ltd. (Hong Kong) Shenzhen TCL New Technology Co. Ltd. (China) TCL King Electrical Appliances Co. Ltd. (China) TTE Technology Inc. (Irvine, CA) TCL Technology Group Corp. (China) TCL Moka International Ltd. (Hong Kong) TCL Overseas Marketing Ltd. (Hong Kong) TCL Industries Holdings Co., Ltd. (China) TCL Smart Device (Vietnam) Co. Ltd. (Vietnam) LG Electronics, Inc. (South Korea) LG Electronics USA, Inc. (Englewood Cliffs, NJ) Westinghouse Electric Corporation (Canonsburg, PA) What Does the Complaint Request? BH Innovations LLC is asking the USITC to: Issue a limited exclusion order. Issue cease and desist orders. Impose a bond on the alleged infringing items during the 60-day Presidential review period, according to law. What Comments Does the USITC Want? The USITC wants comments from: Respondents Other interested parties Members of the public Government agencies Comments should discuss if the requested actions by BH Innovations LLC would: Affect public health or welfare in the U.S. Affect competition in the U.S. economy. Impact the production of similar products in the U.S. Influence U.S. consumers. The USITC is especially interested in comments that: Explain how the liquid crystal devices are used in the U.S. Identify any public health, safety, or welfare concerns in the U.S. about these products. Name similar products made in the U.S. that could replace the imported ones. Show if BH Innovations LLC or its licensees can replace the volume of products if the order is made. Explain how the orders would impact U.S. consumers. How to File Comments Written submissions must be filed electronically within eight calendar days after publication in the Federal Register. Replies to submissions must be filed within three days after the original due date. Submissions are limited to five pages. All filings must use the EDIS online system at https://edis.usitc.gov. Only electronic filings are accepted. Confidential Information Any person wanting to keep their filing confidential must request confidential treatment and state the reasons. Information may be shared with USITC staff and U.S. government workers for official purposes. Non-confidential information will be public. Legal Authority This notice is issued under the authority of section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930, as well as the USITC’s regulations. The notice is signed by Lisa Barton, Secretary to the Commission, and was issued on September 2, 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 2025-09-04
International Trade Commission Briefing 2025-09-04 Estimated reading time: 3 minutes 1. Notice of Receipt of Complaint; Solicitation of Comments Relating to the Public Interest Sub: International Trade Commission Content: Notice is hereby given that the U.S. International Trade Commission has received a complaint entitled Certain Liquid Crystal Devices, Components Thereof, and Products Containing the Same, DN 3845; the Commission is soliciting comments on any public interest issues raised by the complaint or complainant's filing pursuant to the Commission's Rules of Practice and Procedure. 2. Certain Hydrodermabrasion Systems and Components Thereof; Notice of Request for Submission on the Public Interest Sub: International Trade Commission Content: Notice is hereby given that on August 26, 2025, the presiding administrative law judge ("ALJ") issued an Initial Determination on Violation of Section 337. The ALJ also issued a Recommended Determination on remedy and bonding should a violation be found in the above-captioned investigation. The Commission is soliciting submissions on public interest issues raised by the recommended relief should the Commission find a violation. This notice is soliciting comments from the public and interested government agencies only. 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 2025-09-03
Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Briefing 2025-09-03 Estimated reading time: 3 minutes 1. Oleoresin Paprika From India: Postponement of Preliminary Determination in the Countervailing Duty Investigation Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration 2. Certain Hot-Rolled Steel Flat Products From the Netherlands: Preliminary Results of Antidumping Duty Administrative Review; 2023-2024 Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) preliminarily finds that certain hot-rolled steel flat products (hot-rolled steel) from the Netherlands were sold in the United States at less than normal value during the period of review (POR) October 1, 2023, through September 30, 2024. Interested parties are invited to comment on these preliminary results of review. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.
JC Briefing 2025-09-02
Judicial Conference of the United States Briefing 2025-09-02 Estimated reading time: 3 minutes 1. Advisory Committee on Criminal Rules; Meeting of the Judicial Conference Sub: Judicial Conference of the United States Content: The Advisory Committee on Criminal Rules will hold an in- person meeting in hybrid format with remote attendance options on November 6, 2025 in New Orleans, LA. The meeting is open to the public for observation but not participation. Please see the Supplementary Information section in this notice for instructions on observing the meeting. 2. Advisory Committee on Evidence Rules; Meeting of the Judicial Conference Sub: Judicial Conference of the United States Content: The Advisory Committee on Evidence Rules will hold an in- person meeting in hybrid format with remote attendance options on November 5, 2025 in New Orleans, LA. The meeting is open to the public for observation but not participation. Please see the Supplementary Information section in this notice for instructions on observing the meeting. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.
Revocation of Validated End-User Authorizations in the People’s Republic of China
U.S. Removes Major Chipmakers from Export List in China Estimated reading time: 5 minutes On September 2, 2025, the Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS), part of the U.S. Department of Commerce, released a final rule about exports to China. This rule changes the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). The main change is the removal of three companies from the Validated End-User (VEU) list in China. The companies are Intel Semiconductor (Dalian) Ltd, Samsung China Semiconductor Co. Ltd, and SK hynix Semiconductor (China) Ltd. The VEU program allowed approved companies in certain countries to receive U.S. goods, software, and technology with less paperwork. They did not need an export license for eligible items. These three companies will no longer have this special status after December 31, 2025. Suppliers will now need to submit license applications to export, reexport, or transfer certain U.S.-controlled items to them in China. The VEU program is explained in 15 CFR 748.15 of the EAR. It helps companies in eligible countries get specific U.S. items more easily. The U.S. government checks and approves VEUs, making sure they follow U.S. export rules. The End-User Review Committee (ERC) administers the VEU program. It includes people from the Departments of State, Defense, Energy, Commerce, and other agencies. The change is allowed by the Export Control Reform Act of 2018 (ECRA), part of the John S. McCain National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2019. ECRA allows the BIS to regulate exports from the U.S. and to make changes through final rules without needing public comments before approval. The rule is not a significant regulatory action. It does not have federalism implications and is exempt from several administrative rulemaking requirements. These include the need for proposed rulemaking, public participation, and a regulatory flexibility analysis. BIS estimates that removing these companies will create about 1,000 more license applications each year. This will add about 495 hours of paperwork, which fits within current estimates for federal collections of information. The final rule removes entries for Intel Semiconductor (Dalian) Ltd, Samsung China Semiconductor Co. Ltd, and SK hynix Semiconductor (China) Ltd from Supplement No. 7 to Part 748 of the EAR. This rule was signed by Julia A. Khersonsky, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Strategic Trade. The rule takes effect on December 31, 2025. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.
BIS Briefing 2025-09-02
Commerce Department, Industry and Security Bureau Briefing 2025-09-02 Estimated reading time: 5 minutes 1. Revocation of Validated End-User Authorizations in the People’s Republic of China Sub: Commerce Department, Industry and Security Bureau Content: In this final rule, the Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) amends the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) to revise the existing Validated End-User (VEU) Authorizations list for the People's Republic of China (PRC) by removing Intel Semiconductor (Dalian) Ltd; Samsung China Semiconductor Co. Ltd; and SK hynix Semiconductor (China) Ltd. 2. Relaxing Export Controls for Syria Sub: Commerce Department, Industry and Security Bureau Content: In this final rule, the Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) makes changes to the Syria export control measures under the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), consistent with Executive Order (E.O.) 14312, Providing for the Revocation of Syria Sanctions, which directed the removal of sanctions on Syria. This final rule relaxes the EAR's existing restrictions on exports and reexports to Syria of items subject to the EAR by making the following changes: revising certain restrictive license application review policies that had applied to most items subject to the EAR to be more favorable; expanding existing license exceptions to apply to Syria; and adding new license exceptions for Syria, including for EAR99 items. 3. Agency Information Collection Activities; Submission to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for Review and Approval; Comment Request; License Exemptions and Exclusions Sub: Commerce Department, Industry and Security Bureau Content: The Department of Commerce, in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (PRA), invites the general public and other Federal agencies to comment on proposed, and continuing information collections, which helps us assess the impact of our information collection requirements and minimize the public's reporting burden. The purpose of this notice is to allow for 60 days of public comment preceding submission of the collection to OMB. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.
Temporary Steel Fencing From the People’s Republic of China: Preliminary Affirmative Determination of Sales at Less Than Fair Value, Preliminary Affirmative Determination of Critical Circumstances, in Part, Postponement of Final Determination and Extension of Provisional Measures; Correction
U.S. Department of Commerce Issues Correction in Steel Fencing Dumping Case Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes On September 2, 2025, the U.S. Department of Commerce released a correction notice in the Federal Register for its investigation on temporary steel fencing from the People’s Republic of China. The notice updates the preliminary determination of sales at less than fair value (LTFV), preliminary affirmative determination of critical circumstances, postponement of the final determination, extension of provisional measures, and corrects errors made in a previous publication from August 19, 2025. Background The Department of Commerce had earlier announced that some Chinese firms sold temporary steel fencing in the United States at prices below fair market value. This is considered dumping under U.S. trade laws. The August 19 notice had mistakenly stated that critical circumstances exist for some companies, which affects how tariffs are applied. The department also recognized errors in how some company names were listed. Correction of Critical Circumstances The new notice clarifies that critical circumstances did not exist for the following exporters and their related producers: Hebei Minmetals Co., Ltd. and several specific producers including Huanghua Wangang Hardware Co., Ltd., Huanghua Taiyue Hardware Co., Ltd., among others. Tianjin Linkwel International Trading Co., Ltd. and producers like Tianjin Lianhao Metal Products Co., Ltd. Shantou Jiayu Trading Co., Ltd. and Huanghua Juntai Hardware Products Co., Ltd. Shijiazhuang Shuangming Trade Co., Ltd. with different producers. Metaltec Group Co., Limited with several listed producers. Hebei Yelang Imp. & Exp. Trade Co., Ltd. and Huanghua Pengxiang Hardware Products Co., Ltd. Joint Force Int’l Co., Limited and several listed producers. Hebei Jinshi Industrial Metal Co., Ltd. with four producers. Hebei Haiao Wire Mesh Products Co., Ltd. and Raoyang Shengshi Metal Products Co., Ltd. Anping Chengxin Metal Mesh Co., Ltd. Hebei Houtuo Co., Ltd. and Huanghua Aiyuan Hardware Products Co., Ltd. Hebei Neweast Yilong Trading Co., Ltd. and Huanghua City Deyue Hardware Co., Ltd. Hebei Giant Metal Technology Co., Ltd. Correction in Producer Names The Department corrected the spelling of producers’ names for certain companies in the rate table of the August 19, 2025 notice. This table lists the dumping margins and the adjusted cash deposit rates for each exporter-producer pair. Dumping Margins and Cash Deposit Rates For Shenzhou Yongao Metal Products Co., Ltd. and Shenzhou Yuelei Metal Products Co., Ltd., the weighted-average dumping margin is 187.69%, with a subsidy-adjusted cash deposit rate of 177.15%. Most other exporter-producer combinations have a margin and cash deposit rate of 136.57%. An exception is Anping Chengxin Metal Mesh Co., Ltd., which has a margin of 136.57% and a cash deposit rate of 126.03%. The China-wide entity margin is 187.69%, with the same rate for cash deposit. Legal Notification This notice is made as required by sections 733(f) and 777(i) of the Tariff Act of 1930, as amended, and 19 CFR 351.205(c). The correction was signed by Abdelali Elouaradia, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Enforcement and Compliance, on August 27, 2025. For more details, contact Dennis McClure at (202) 482-5973 or Noah Wetzel at (202) 482-7466, U.S. Department of Commerce, Enforcement and Compliance, Office VIII, Washington, DC. 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 2025-09-02
Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Briefing 2025-09-02 Estimated reading time: 4 minutes 1. Temporary Steel Fencing From the People’s Republic of China: Preliminary Affirmative Determination of Sales at Less Than Fair Value, Preliminary Affirmative Determination of Critical Circumstances, in Part, 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 of August 19, 2025, in which Commerce announced the preliminary determination in the less-than-fair-value (LTFV) investigation of temporary steel fencing from the People's Republic of China (China). This notice corrects the inadvertent statement that critical circumstances exist for the separate rate companies and corrects the names of producers of certain separate rate companies. 2. Certain Quartz Surface Products From the Republic of Türkiye: Final Results of the Expedited First Sunset Review of the Antidumping Duty Order Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: As a result of the expedited sunset review, the U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) finds that revocation of the antidumping duty (AD) order on certain quartz surface products (quartz surface products) from the Republic of T[uuml]rkiye (T[uuml]rkiye) would likely lead to the continuation or recurrence of dumping at the levels indicated in the "Final Results of Sunset Review" section of this notice. 3. Forged Steel Fluid End Blocks From Italy: Final Results of Countervailing Duty Administrative Review; 2023; Correction Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) published a notice in the Federal Register on August 22, 2025, in which Commerce announced the final results of the 2023 administrative review of the countervailing duty (CVD) order on forged steel fluid end blocks from Italy. This notice corrects the name of a company subject to the non- selected company subsidy rate, Forge Monchieri S.p.A., which was listed incorrectly as Officine Meccaniche Roselli S.r.l. 4. Initiation of Five-Year (Sunset) Reviews Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: In accordance with the Tariff Act of 1930, as amended (the Act), the U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) is automatically initiating the five-year reviews (Sunset Reviews) of the antidumping and countervailing duty (AD/CVD) order(s) and suspended investigation(s) listed below. The U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) is publishing concurrently with this notice its notice of Institution of Five-Year Reviews which covers the same order(s) and suspended investigation(s). 5. Antidumping or Countervailing Duty Order, Finding, or Suspended Investigation; Opportunity To Request Administrative Review and Join Annual Inquiry Service List 6. Antidumping or Countervailing Duty Order, Finding, or Suspended Investigation; Advance Notification of Sunset Review Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.
Kitchen Appliance Shelving and Racks From China; Institution of a Five-Year Review
U.S. Trade Commission Starts Third Review of Kitchen Appliance Shelving and Racks from China Estimated reading time: 4–6 minutes On September 2, 2025, the United States International Trade Commission (USITC) announced it is starting new reviews to decide if removing current trade duties on kitchen appliance shelving and racks from China would hurt American companies again. The USITC is reviewing two orders: antidumping and countervailing duties. These orders have been in place since September 14, 2009. They were reviewed and continued in 2015 and again in 2020. The Commission is now doing its third review under the Tariff Act of 1930. Key Dates and Participation Reviews started: September 2, 2025 Responses due: October 2, 2025 Comments on responses due: November 14, 2025 Anyone interested in this issue, including producers, importers, and consumer groups, can take part by submitting information. Parties must file an entry of appearance within 21 days of this notice to be on the service list. What Products Are Involved? The review is about two main products made for kitchen appliances, both produced in the U.S. and imported from China: Refrigeration shelving and baskets for refrigerators, freezers, and other cooling equipment. Oven racks, side racks, and subframes for cooking ovens and stoves. Request for Information The Commission wants information about: Names and addresses of involved companies and officials. Whether the company is a U.S. producer, importer, worker union, trade group, or foreign producer or exporter. The party’s willingness to provide information. The expected effect of removing duties on U.S. companies. Lists of all U.S. producers, importers, and foreign exporters of these products. Leading buyers of these products in the U.S. How much of these products companies produced, imported, or exported in 2024. Details on prices, production levels, and changes in supply or demand since 2019. How to Respond Those replying are encouraged to use the Commission’s NOI worksheet on its website. Responses must be submitted electronically using the Commission’s EDIS system. Paper filings are not being accepted now. All information provided must be complete and accurate. If a party cannot give the requested information, they must explain why. Incomplete responses may be used against the responding party. Definitions “Subject Merchandise” means the shelving and racks being reviewed. “Subject Country” refers to China. “Domestic Like Product” means similar products made in the U.S. “Domestic Industry” includes all U.S. makers of these products. Further Details The USITC will decide if it will do a full review or an expedited one based on the responses. Review rules are found in 19 CFR parts 201 and 207. For help, contact Juan Carlos Pena-Flores at 202-205-3169 or visit the Commission’s website. Authority This review is conducted under Title VII of the Tariff Act of 1930. The notice is published as required by USITC Rule 207.61. Issued: August 27, 2025 By order of the Commission Lisa Barton, Secretary to the Commission Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.
USITC Briefing 2025-09-02
International Trade Commission Briefing 2025-09-02 Estimated reading time: 3 minutes 1. Kitchen Appliance Shelving and Racks From China; Institution of a Five-Year Review Sub: International Trade Commission Content: The Commission hereby gives notice that it has instituted reviews pursuant to the Tariff Act of 1930, as amended, to determine whether revocation of the countervailing and the antidumping duty orders on kitchen appliance shelving and racks from China would be likely to lead to continuation or recurrence of material injury. Pursuant to the Act, interested parties are requested to respond to this notice by submitting the information specified below to the Commission. 2. Steel Concrete Reinforcing Bar From Mexico and Turkey; Institution of Five-Year Reviews Sub: International Trade Commission Content: The Commission hereby gives notice that it has instituted reviews pursuant to the Tariff Act of 1930, as amended, to determine whether revocation of the countervailing duty order on steel concrete reinforcing bar ("rebar") from Turkey and revocation of the antidumping duty order on rebar from Mexico would be likely to lead to continuation or recurrence of material injury. Pursuant to the Act, interested parties are requested to respond to this notice by submitting the information specified below to the Commission. 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.
JC Briefing 2025-09-02
Judicial Conference of the United States Briefing 2025-09-02 Estimated reading time: 3 minutes 1. Advisory Committee on Criminal Rules; Meeting of the Judicial Conference Sub: Judicial Conference of the United States Content: The Advisory Committee on Criminal Rules will hold an in- person meeting in hybrid format with remote attendance options on November 6, 2025 in New Orleans, LA. The meeting is open to the public for observation but not participation. Please see the Supplementary Information section in this notice for instructions on observing the meeting. 2. Advisory Committee on Evidence Rules; Meeting of the Judicial Conference Sub: Judicial Conference of the United States Content: The Advisory Committee on Evidence Rules will hold an in- person meeting in hybrid format with remote attendance options on November 5, 2025 in New Orleans, LA. The meeting is open to the public for observation but not participation. Please see the Supplementary Information section in this notice for instructions on observing the meeting. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.
Revocation of Validated End-User Authorizations in the People’s Republic of China
U.S. Removes Three Semiconductor Companies in China from Special Export List Estimated reading time: 5–7 minutes On September 2, 2025, the U.S. Department of Commerce made new changes to export rules for companies in China. These changes were published in the Federal Register. The Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) has removed Intel Semiconductor (Dalian) Ltd, Samsung China Semiconductor Co. Ltd, and SK hynix Semiconductor (China) Ltd from the Validated End-User (VEU) authorizations list. This new rule will take effect on December 31, 2025. What Is the VEU List? The VEU list lets approved companies in certain countries get some U.S. items without needing extra export licenses. These companies are checked and approved by a group of U.S. government agencies. A company on the VEU list can receive certain items, like hardware, software, and technology, more easily. Items tied to missile technology or crime control are not included. What Changed? The End-User Review Committee (ERC), which checks and approves VEUs, has decided to remove the three semiconductor companies from China from the VEU program. This means these companies will no longer have the special permission to receive certain U.S.-controlled exports without extra review. Legal Background These changes are made based on the Export Control Reform Act of 2018. This law allows the U.S. government to control exports for reasons related to national security and foreign policy. Section 1753 and Section 1754 of the law allow the government to control which items can be sent overseas and to which companies. The government can do this without public notice before the rule is final. Impact Starting December 31, 2025, Intel Semiconductor (Dalian) Ltd, Samsung China Semiconductor Co. Ltd, and SK hynix Semiconductor (China) Ltd will need to apply for export licenses like other companies, without the easier process from the VEU program. BIS expects this rule to create about 1,000 more export license applications each year. This would add about 495 hours of extra work, but this is within normal expectations. Other Details The rule is not considered major under Executive Order 12866 and does not have federalism impacts. It is also not subject to the regulatory steps that usually let the public comment first. Next Steps The official removal appears in 15 CFR Part 748. The names of the three companies will be taken off the VEU list in the regulations. This change was announced by Julia A. Khersonsky, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Strategic Trade at the Department of Commerce. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.
