U.S. Commerce Department Finds Dumping of Steel Rebar from Bulgaria
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The U.S. Department of Commerce has released its final decision on steel concrete reinforcing bar (rebar) imports from Bulgaria. The findings indicate that these steel imports were sold in the United States at prices less than their normal value.
The period of investigation spans from April 1, 2024, to March 31, 2025. The Commerce Department’s analysis has led to the conclusion that there is evidence of unfair pricing for rebar from Bulgaria during this period.
The main company under investigation was Promet Steel JSC. It was found that the company sold rebar at a dumping margin of 53.27%. This same rate is also applied to all other Bulgarian producers and exporters not individually examined in this investigation.
The Commerce Department followed standard procedures, which included verification of sales and cost data provided by Promet. They looked at accounting records and other relevant documents to ensure accurate determinations.
Going forward, U.S. Customs and Border Protection will keep holding deposits on rebar imports at the newly established dumping rates from March 13, 2026. This suspension will remain until further notice.
If the International Trade Commission (ITC) concludes that these imports cause material injury to the U.S. industry, antidumping duties will be enforced. This decision is expected within 45 days following the Commerce Department’s final determination.
The ITC’s decision will directly affect if cash deposits transform into finalized duties. If the ITC finds no injury, the deposits will be refunded, and the suspension of liquidation will be lifted.
The Commerce Department has ensured that all involved parties are informed of their responsibilities concerning the handling of business proprietary information.
Christopher Abbott, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Policy and Negotiations, signs off on this determination, which was entered and published as official in accordance with pertinent sections of the Trade Act.
The scope of this investigation includes steel concrete reinforcing bar imported in either straight length or coil form but excludes smooth, non-deformed rebar. It primarily involves harmonized tariff numbers including 7213.10.0000, 7214.20.0000, among others.
This decision impacts the pricing and importation practices of steel rebar from Bulgaria, ensuring fair competition and protection of U.S. market participants.
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