U.S. Department of Commerce Delays Final Decision in Solar Cells Investigation from Indonesia

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The U.S. Department of Commerce has announced a delay in its final decision in the investigation of solar cells from Indonesia. The case is about crystalline silicon photovoltaic cells, whether or not assembled into modules. The investigation is about these products being sold for less than their value.

The investigation started on August 12, 2025. It looked at imports from July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2025. On April 28, 2026, the Department of Commerce shared its first findings. They believe the solar cells are indeed being sold for less.

Now, the final decision is being delayed. The law allows this delay for up to 135 days after the first findings are published. Two Indonesian companies, REC Solar Energy Indonesia and PT Blue Sky Solar Indonesia, asked for this delay. They also asked for more time before any provisional measures take effect.

The Department of Commerce agreed with the companies’ requests. The new deadline for the final decision is September 10, 2026.

This decision comes from Christopher Abbott, the Deputy Assistant Secretary for Policy and Negotiations.

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