Continuation of Antidumping and Countervailing Duty Orders on Vertical Shaft Engines from China

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In a recent notice, the Department of Commerce and the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) announced the continuation of antidumping (AD) and countervailing duty (CVD) orders on vertical shaft engines from China. These engines are between 225cc and 999cc and are mainly used in lawn mowers and other outdoor equipment.

The decision is based on findings that removing these orders might lead to continued dumping, unfair subsidies, and injury to U.S. industries. The notice was published on August 20, 2026, and the effective date for this continuation is August 11, 2026.

The notice states that these engines usually have to meet environmental standards set by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The engines are typically classified under certain tariff codes for customs purposes.

The Commerce Department and ITC have determined that revoking the orders could harm U.S. businesses. Therefore, duties will continue to be collected on these products. The next review of these orders will be initiated before the fifth anniversary of the ITC’s last determination.

This continuation ensures that U.S. laws protect domestic industries from unfair trade practices, helping maintain fair competition in the market.

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