No Shipments of Chinese Hardwood Plywood to U.S. Says Commerce Department
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August 28, 2026
The U.S. Department of Commerce announced that there have been no shipments of certain hardwood plywood products from China to the United States during specific periods reviewed. This announcement follows a thorough investigation of antidumping (AD) and countervailing duty (CVD) orders.
The review covered two timeframes: June 17, 2020, through September 25, 2021, and January 1, 2024, through December 31, 2024. During these periods, one Chinese producer was examined, and no shipments were found.
The Department of Commerce reviewed comments on its preliminary findings before finalizing its decision. Taraca Pacific Inc., an importer, submitted a brief during this process. No other parties provided additional comments.
Hai Hien Bamboo Wood Joint Stock Company was involved in the review. The company confirmed past shipments to the U.S., but only of non-subject plywood, which the Commerce Department agreed with by confirming no shipments of the subject merchandise.
The scope of these orders includes hardwood plywood from China. For this reason, the U.S. Customs and Border Protection will not apply duties to entries made by Hai Hien during the reviewed periods.
The Commerce Department will continue with cash deposit requirements for future transactions. This means Chinese exporters without separate rates will default to a broad Chinese rate, while others will depend on specific rates previously assigned.
Importers must remember to file certificates regarding duty reimbursements to avoid potential penalties. Such compliance ensures the Department does not assume improper reimbursement practices.
Parties involved with an administrative protective order are reminded of their responsibilities to return or destroy confidential materials when required.
This announcement comes as part of the Department’s commitment to enforcing trade laws and ensuring fair trade practices.
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