Department of Commerce Finds Oil Country Tubular Goods From Taiwan Sold Below Fair Value
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The United States Department of Commerce has issued a preliminary determination regarding the sale of certain oil country tubular goods (OCTG) from Taiwan. The department has found that these products are being sold in the United States at prices lower than their fair value. This determination is in accordance with the Tariff Act of 1930, as amended.
The investigation looked at sales from April 1, 2025, through March 31, 2026. The purpose of the investigation was to determine if these goods were sold at less than fair value, also known as dumping. If dumping is found, it can cause harm to industries in the United States by undercutting prices of domestically produced goods.
Based on its findings, the Department of Commerce has determined that producers from Taiwan, specifically Shin Yang Steel Co. Ltd. and Tension Steel Industries Co., Ltd., have sold OCTGs in the U.S. at price differences of 51.19% and 54.74%, respectively. Other exporters and producers from Taiwan face an average dumping margin of 52.43%.
Because of the preliminary positive finding, the Department of Commerce will direct U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to suspend liquidation of certain OCTG entries from Taiwan. This means that these goods cannot be sold or withdrawn from the warehouse for consumption until further notice.
The Department of Commerce will require a cash deposit equal to these margins on entries made on or after November 4, 2026. This cash deposit ensures that if the final investigation confirms dumping, sufficient funds will have been set aside to cover any duties that may be imposed.
Companies involved in the trade of OCTGs, industry stakeholders, and other interested parties have been invited to comment on the preliminary determination. Comments concerning the scope of the investigation are due 30 days after the preliminary determination, with rebuttal briefs submitted five days after case briefs.
The Department of Commerce intends to release its final determination after additional analysis and a verification process. Interested parties can also request a hearing regarding this investigation, should they desire to present their views in more detail.
The department’s actions aim to protect the U.S. industries from unfair trade practices and ensure a level playing field for domestic producers.
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