Preliminary Results of Antidumping Duty Review on Oil Country Tubular Goods from Mexico

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The United States Department of Commerce released its preliminary findings on May 13, 2026, regarding the antidumping duty review of certain oil country tubular goods (OCTG) from Mexico for the period between November 1, 2023, and October 31, 2024. The review concluded that Tubos de Acero de Mexico, S.A. (TAMSA) engaged in sales of merchandise from Mexico at prices lower than normal value.

Key Findings:

  • TAMSA, the main producer/exporter under review, was found to have a dumping margin of 1.62 percent for the period specified.
  • The review covered OCTG products originating from Mexico, as ordered under the scope of the administrative review.
  • The Department of Commerce also announced the rescission of its review concerning two companies, Siderca S.A.I.C. and Vallourec Oil & Gas Mexico, S.A. de C.V. This decision was based on the absence of suspended entries of subject merchandise from these companies during the review period.

Next Steps:

  • Interested parties are invited to comment on these preliminary results. Submissions must abide by specified deadlines, with case briefs due no later than 21 days after the notice’s publication. Rebuttal briefs are due five days following case brief submissions.
  • Public comments must include a table of contents and a table of authorities. Parties can submit comments electronically using the ACCESS system.
  • If a hearing is requested, details will be provided to the parties involved.

Impact on Importers:

  • The Department of Commerce will determine and direct customs duties on subject merchandise entries covered by this review.
  • Cash deposit requirements will change based on these findings, effective upon finalization of the review results.

Conclusion:

The preliminary results are a step in the process to ensure fair trade practices. The Department of Commerce’s decision will help maintain a level playing field for U.S. industries by assessing appropriate duties on Mexican imports found to be unfairly priced. Interested parties can continue to engage in the process through public comments and requests for hearings, ensuring a thorough review before the final decision is issued.


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