Commerce Issues Countervailing Duty Order on Steel Rebar from Algeria
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Background
The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) has issued a countervailing duty (CVD) order on steel concrete reinforcing bar (rebar) imported from Algeria. This decision follows an affirmative final determination by Commerce.
On March 27, 2026, Commerce published its final determination. It found that producers and exporters of rebar from Algeria are receiving countervailable subsidies.
The International Trade Commission (ITC) closed its investigation on May 18, 2026. The ITC stated that Algeria is not considered a Subsidies Agreement country.
Scope of the Order
The order covers steel concrete reinforcing bars, which can be imported in straight length or coil form. They come in various metals, lengths, and diameters.
Some processing of the rebar may occur, like cutting, grinding, or painting. But these processes do not affect the rebar’s inclusion in the order. The order does not cover plain, nondeformed rebar.
Countervailing Duty Rates
Commerce has established a subsidy rate of 72.94% for the company Tosyali Iron Steel Industry Algeria SPA and all others.
Provisional Measures and Actions
Commerce instructed the suspension of liquidation of rebar. Liquidation means clearing goods through customs, often with duties paid. This instruction applies to merchandise entered or withdrawn since May 13, 2026.
Suspension resumed with the ITC’s closure of its investigation. Cash deposits are required at the established subsidy rates.
Annual Inquiry Service Lists
Commerce will maintain an annual inquiry service list. Interested parties must add themselves to this list within 30 days of order publication.
Law firms representing parties should designate a lead attorney. This list will update annually.
The petitioner and foreign governments will be included automatically after the initial request. They need to update their list details during the annual period.
The CVD order is now active and published as required by regulations.
For further details, parties can view current antidumping and countervailing duty orders online.
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