U.S. Department of Commerce Finds Brazilian Dissolving Pulp Sold Below Fair Value
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Date: 2026-10-16
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The U.S. Department of Commerce has announced its final decision regarding the sale of high purity dissolving pulp from Brazil. The department determined that these products are being sold in the United States at less than fair value. This conclusion comes after thorough investigations.
Investigation Background
The investigation period stretched from July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2025. The Department of Commerce had published a preliminary affirmative determination on May 27, 2026. Following this, the period for reaching the final determination was extended by 135 days, concluding on October 9, 2026. During this time, interested parties were invited to comment on the preliminary findings.
Product in Focus
The investigation focused on high purity dissolving pulp from Brazil. This product has an alpha cellulose percentage of 90 percent or higher, and a brightness level of 90 percent or higher. The product can be derived from any virgin or recycled cellulose fiber source.
Key Findings and Decisions
The Department verified sales and cost data submitted by Bracell Bahia Specialty Celulose S.A. and Bracell SP Celulose Ltda. The findings revealed that Bracell’s goods were sold below fair value.
Commerce calculated a dumping margin of 6.50 percent for Bracell’s products. This same rate applies to all other producers not individually investigated.
Impact of the Decision
As a result of this decision, the Department will continue to instruct U.S. Customs and Border Protection to suspend liquidation of all related entries of the subject merchandise. This applies to goods entered or withdrawn for consumption starting May 27, 2026. Deposit requirements for antidumping duties will now reflect these final findings.
Next Steps
The case will now proceed to the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC). The ITC will determine whether the import of Brazilian high purity dissolving pulp injures or threatens the U.S. industry. They are expected to conclude their investigation within 45 days.
If the ITC finds no injury, actions will terminate, existing deposits will be refunded, and suspensions lifted. Conversely, if injury is confirmed, an antidumping duty order will be issued to guide further actions.
The ITC is tasked with safeguarding U.S. industries from unfair foreign competition. Results from their decision will be pivotal moving forward.
Stay tuned for further developments as the case unfolds in subsequent weeks.
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