U.S. Department of Commerce Ends Trade Orders on Lawn Mowers from China and Vietnam

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The U.S. Department of Commerce has decided to revoke trade orders on certain walk-behind lawn mowers from China and Vietnam. This decision follows a process called a “sunset review.”

The sunset review began on June 1, 2026. This is when the Department of Commerce looks at old orders to decide if they should still be in place. The orders being reviewed were first made on July 13, 2021. They were made to prevent dumping and unfair pricing of lawn mowers from China and Vietnam in the U.S. market.

During the review, no U.S. company or interested party came forward to express continued support for the orders by the set deadline of July 1, 2026. Without such support, the Department of Commerce can revoke the orders. AxenTech LLC initially showed interest in participating but later withdrew, leaving no domestic parties involved.

The Department of Commerce notified the U.S. International Trade Commission about its intention to revoke the orders. This means that after July 13, 2026, the orders will no longer apply. The lawn mowers, which are powered by engines of less than 3.7 kilowatts, can now enter the U.S. without the extra trade duties.

Before the effective date, any imported lawn mowers will still be subject to the suspension of liquidation and duty requirements. After this date, the lawn mowers will be free to enter the U.S. without these restrictions.

This decision is a part of the regular process to ensure that trade orders are only used when necessary. The revocation allows for the possibility of more competitive pricing and a better market environment for lawn mowers in the U.S.

For more information, interested parties can contact the Department of Commerce representatives, Alexander Wolfe or Madeline Robinson, at the numbers provided in the official notice.

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