Preliminary Results of Countervailing Duty Review on Aluminum Sheet from Türkiye

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The United States Department of Commerce has announced the preliminary results of an administrative review regarding countervailing duties on common alloy aluminum sheet from the Republic of Türkiye. This review covers the period from January 1, 2024, to December 31, 2024.

Background

The review began on June 25, 2025, following requests from interested parties. The Department of Commerce selected key companies for examination: Assan Aluminyum Sanayi ve Ticaret A.S. and Teknik Aluminyum Sanayi A.S. These companies were chosen due to their significant participation in exporting aluminum sheets to the United States.

Findings

The Department of Commerce has initially found that producers and exporters from Türkiye benefited from countervailable subsidies. This means that these companies received financial assistance from their government, which is not allowed under U.S. trade law as it may harm American businesses.

Methodology

The review checks if there is a subsidy, i.e., a financial help from the government, that benefits companies in a way that is unfair to United States businesses. The review follows guidelines to ensure fairness as set in the Tariff Act of 1930.

Subsidy Rates

The preliminary results show specific subsidy rates for the reviewed companies. Assan Aluminyum Sanayi ve Ticaret A.S. received a subsidy rate of 2.64 percent. Teknik Aluminyum Sanayi A.S. got a rate of 2.47 percent. Other companies not directly examined but involved in the review, namely ASAS Aluminyum Sanayi ve Ticaret A.S. and P.M.S. Metal Profil Aluminyum Sanayi ve Ticaret A.S., each received a 2.56 percent rate.

Upcoming Steps

Interested parties are now invited to comment on these preliminary results. There is a process for submitting briefs and requesting a hearing, and the Department of Commerce will continue to verify the information before making the final ruling.

Conclusion

This review is significant as it affects the duties charged on aluminum sheets from Türkiye, impacting prices for industries using aluminum in the U.S. The final results will determine future trade practices.

Further Information

For those who want more details, the full preliminary decision memorandum can be accessed online. Interested parties can also follow updates on the review process as deadlines approach for further comments and final results.

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