New Trade Orders on Glass Products from China and Malaysia
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Summary of Orders
The orders were put in place because Commerce and the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) found that certain glass products, known as float glass, are being subsidized in China and Malaysia. This means that these products are sold for less than they should be because the governments of these countries help pay for them. As a result, industries in the United States are hurt because they cannot compete fairly.
Important Dates
These orders are effective from April 6, 2026. That means any glass products imported from these countries may be taxed more from this date on.
Product Details
The product in question is called float glass. It is a type of glass made in a special way that involves floating molten glass on a tin bath. It’s used in many things, from windows and mirrors to shower doors.
Duties and Costs
The duties, or extra taxes, that will be collected are based on how much subsidy the products received. For example, in China, a company called Xinyi Group was found to have a subsidy rate of 19.75%. In Malaysia, Xinyi Energy Smart has a rate of 28.45%. These percentages are added as extra costs when the glass products enter the U.S.
Suspension of Liquidation
Suspension of liquidation means that imported goods are held before duties are imposed. All entries made on or after May 19, 2025, will have duties assessed, except during a gap period from September 16, 2025, to before the final notice publication.
Scope of the Orders
These orders cover only certain types of float glass. It must be clear or coated and thicker than 2 mm. Some types of glass like wired glass, patterned glass, or glass already subject to other U.S. trade orders are not affected.
Monitoring and Lists
Commerce will maintain a list called the annual inquiry service list. This list helps track who is interested in the trade orders. Interested parties must add their names within 30 days of these orders being published.
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