US–China Trade Daily Hightlights | 2026-09-16 1) Executive Summary – Today’s briefing covers 12 U.S. Department of Commerce (International Trade Administration) and Court of International Trade items, including multiple final determinations and orders across antidumping (AD) and countervailing duty (CVD) proceedings, administrative reviews, and a court judgment. – Authorities involved: DOC/ITA and the U.S. Court of International Trade (CIT). – Policy instruments: AD/CVD investigations (final determinations), critical circumstances findings, AD/CVD orders, administrative reviews (final and preliminary results), and a court decision amending final results. 2) Updates by Authority DOC (U.S. Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration) – Headline (one line, bold):Crystalline Silicon Photovoltaic Cells (India) — AD/CVD (TRADE_REMEDY) Summary:Commerce issued two final determinations covering solar cells from India. In the CVD case, Commerce found countervailable subsidies and affirmed critical circumstances in part. In the AD case, Commerce found sales at less than fair value and affirmed critical circumstances in part, continuing the suspension and cash deposit instructions as specified. Key Details:– Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration– Policy Type: AD_CVD– Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY– Key identifiers: C-533-943 (CVD); A-533-942 (AD)– Key dates: Applicable September 16, 2026; Preliminary CVD published February 26, 2026; Preliminary AD published April 28, 2026– Notes: AD final margins of 123.04 percent for the named companies; cash deposit rates adjusted for export subsidy offsets; CVD all-others rate aligned using AFA-based rates; critical circumstances affirmed for certain producers/exporters as stated. Source:– Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/crystalline-silicon-photovoltaic-cells-whether-or-not-assembled-into-modules-from-india-final-affirmative-countervailing-duty-determination-and-the-final-affirmative-critical-circumstances-determin/– Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/crystalline-silicon-photovoltaic-cells-whether-or-not-assembled-into-modules-from-india-final-affirmative-determination-of-sales-at-less-than-fair-value-and-final-affirmative-determination-of-criti/ – Headline (one line, bold):Crystalline Silicon Photovoltaic Cells (Laos) — AD/CVD (TRADE_REMEDY) Summary:Commerce issued final CVD and AD determinations for solar cells from Laos. The CVD final found countervailable subsidies and affirmed critical circumstances for certain exporters, while the AD final found sales at less than fair value and addressed critical circumstances and single-entity treatment. Key Details:– Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration– Policy Type: AD_CVD– Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY– Key identifiers: C-553-004 (CVD); A-553-003 (AD)– Key dates: Applicable September 16, 2026; CVD POI January 1–December 31, 2024; AD POI January 1–June 30, 2025– Notes: CVD rates include 82.03 percent (Solarspace) and 153.67 percent (VSUN, AFA); AD weighted-average dumping margin 65.43 percent (including separate-rate companies and Laos-wide); critical circumstances affirmed in part; Solarspace and SolarSpace Hong Kong treated as a single entity in AD. Source:– Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/crystalline-silicon-photovoltaic-cells-whether-or-not-assembled-into-modules-from-the-lao-peoples-democratic-republic-final-affirmative-countervailing-duty-determination-and-final-affirmative-deter/– Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/crystalline-silicon-photovoltaic-cells-whether-or-not-assembled-into-modules-from-the-lao-peoples-democratic-republic-final-affirmative-determination-of-sales-at-less-than-fair-value-and-final-aff/ – Headline (one line, bold):Crystalline Silicon Photovoltaic Cells (Indonesia) — AD/CVD (TRADE_REMEDY) Summary:Commerce issued final CVD and AD determinations covering solar cells from Indonesia. The CVD final found countervailable subsidies, affirming critical circumstances for certain producers, while the AD final found sales at less than fair value and affirmed critical circumstances for multiple producers/exporters. Key Details:– Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration– Policy Type: AD_CVD– Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY– Key identifiers: C-560-847 (CVD); A-560-846 (AD)– Key dates: Applicable September 16, 2026; CVD POI January 1–December 31, 2024; AD POI July 1, 2024–June 30, 2025– Notes: CVD rates include 173.70 percent (PT Blue Sky Solar Indonesia, AFA) and 73.20 percent (PT REC Solar Energy Indonesia); AD margins 94.36 percent (Blue Sky, REC Solar, and all others); critical circumstances affirmed as described in each notice. Source:– Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/crystalline-silicon-photovoltaic-cells-whether-or-not-assembled-into-modules-from-indonesia-final-affirmative-countervailing-duty-determination-and-final-affirmative-determination-of-critical-circum/– Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/crystalline-silicon-photovoltaic-cells-whether-or-not-assembled-into-modules-from-indonesia-final-affirmative-determination-of-sales-at-less-than-fair-value-and-final-affirmative-determination-of-c/ – Headline (one line, bold):Sodium Nitrite (India) — AD (TRADE_REMEDY) Summary:Commerce finalized the 2024–2025 administrative review of the AD order on sodium nitrite from India, determining one respondent had a zero margin and assigning the investigation all-others rate to non-selected companies. The review was rescinded in part for companies with no reviewable suspended entries. Key Details:– Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration– Policy Type: AD_CVD– Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY– Key identifiers: A-533-906– Key dates: Applicable September 16, 2026; POR February 1, 2024–January 31, 2025– Notes: Final margins—Deepak Nitrite Limited 0.00 percent; non-examined companies 42.76 percent; rescission for Buradon Inc., Palvi Industries Limited, Lotus Global Pvt. Ltd. Source:– Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/sodium-nitrite-from-india-final-results-and-rescission-in-part-of-the-antidumping-duty-administrative-review-2024-2025/ – Headline (one line, bold):Chlorinated Isocyanurates (China) — AD (TRADE_REMEDY) Summary:Commerce preliminarily determined that chlorinated isocyanurates from China were sold at less than normal value during the 2024–2025 POR and partially rescinded the review for one company due to no reviewable suspended entries. Interested parties are invited to comment. Key Details:– Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration– Policy Type: AD_CVD– Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY– China Indicator: EXPLICIT– Key identifiers: A-570-898– Key dates: Applicable September 16, 2026; POR June 1, 2024–May 31, 2025– Notes: Preliminary margins—Heze Huayi Chemical Co. Ltd. 90.65 percent; Juancheng Kangtai Chemical Co. Ltd. 72.63 percent; review rescinded for Achlor Chemical Ltd.; China-wide rate (285.63 percent) unchanged and not under review. Source:– Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/chlorinated-isocyanurates-from-the-peoples-republic-of-china-preliminary-results-and-rescission-in-part-of-antidumping-duty-administrative-review-2024-2025/ – Headline (one line, bold):L-lysine (China) — AD/CVD Orders (TRADE_REMEDY) Summary:Following affirmative final determinations by Commerce and the ITC, Commerce issued AD and CVD orders on L‑lysine from China, reinstating suspension of liquidation and requiring cash deposits at the applicable estimated weighted-average dumping margins and net countervailable subsidy rates. Provisional measures and effective dates are specified in the notice. Key Details:– Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration– Policy Type: AD_CVD– Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY– China Indicator: EXPLICIT– Key identifiers: A-570-215 (AD); C-570-216 (CVD)– Key dates: ITC final injury determinations notified September 2, 2026; AD Preliminary Determination March 6, 2026; CVD Preliminary Determination January 22, 2026; suspension and cash deposits resume upon ITC publication Source:– Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/l-lysine-from-the-peoples-republic-of-china-antidumping-duty-order-and-countervailing-duty-order/ – Headline (one line, bold):Utility Scale Wind Towers (Korea) — AD (Court Decision/Amended Final) (TRADE_REMEDY) Summary:The CIT sustained Commerce’s remand results in litigation concerning the 2021–2022 AD administrative review and issued a final judgment not in harmony with Commerce’s original final results. Commerce amended the final results, revising Dongkuk S&C Co., Ltd.’s dumping margin. Key Details:– Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration– Policy Type: AD_CVD– Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY– Key identifiers: A-580-902; Court No. 24-00070– Key dates: Applicable September 14, 2026; CIT final judgment September 4, 2026; Amended margin 1.90 percent (from 1.95 percent) Source:– Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/utility-scale-wind-towers-from-the-republic-of-korea-notice-of-court-decision-not-in-harmony-with-the-results-of-2021-2022-antidumping-duty-administrative-review-notice-of-amended-final-results/ – Headline (one line, bold):Certain Crystalline Silicon Photovoltaic Products (Taiwan) — AD Admin Review Final (TRADE_REMEDY) Summary:Commerce finalized the 2024–2025 AD administrative review of certain crystalline silicon photovoltaic products from Taiwan, determining that EEPV Corp. did not sell at prices below normal value, resulting in a zero
US Highlights 2026-09-15
US–China Trade Daily Hightlights | 2026-09-15 Executive Summary – Today’s briefing covers 10 events from the Department of Commerce’s International Trade Administration and the Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control. The actions include antidumping and countervailing duty determinations and reviews, a continuation of AD/CVD orders following sunset review, and multiple OFAC sanctions listings. Policy instruments span AD/CVD investigations and administrative reviews, critical circumstances, scope updates, cash deposit and assessment instructions, and SDN List designations under Executive Orders. Commerce issued one preliminary affirmative countervailing duty determination involving China and final antidumping results in a China proceeding, alongside several non-China trade remedy updates. Updates by Authority DOC — International Trade Administration (Department of Commerce) Tin mill products — AD/CVD (Preliminary determination) Summary: – Commerce preliminarily determined that producers and exporters of tin mill products from the People’s Republic of China received countervailable subsidies for the period January 1, 2025, through December 31, 2025. Commerce also made a preliminary affirmative critical circumstances determination for Shougang Holding Trade (Hong Kong) Ltd., Shougang Jingtang United Iron & Steel Co. Ltd., and all other producers/exporters, and aligned the final CVD determination with the companion AD final determination. – The all-others rate was derived from adverse facts available assigned to nonresponsive companies; Commerce preliminarily modified scope language and will suspend liquidation and require cash deposits, including retroactive suspension consistent with the critical circumstances finding. Key Details: – Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration – Policy Type: AD_CVD – Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY – China Indicator: EXPLICIT – Case No.: C-570-229 – Preliminary subsidy rates: Shougang Holding Trade (Hong Kong) Ltd.—66.61% (AFA); Shougang Jingtang United Iron & Steel Co. Ltd.—66.61% (AFA); All Others—66.61% – Critical circumstances: Preliminary affirmative for the above companies and all others; 90-day retroactive suspension of liquidation – Scope: Preliminarily modified; tinplate and electrolytic chromium-coated steel (see Appendix I in notice) – Alignment: Final CVD aligned with final AD determination; currently scheduled no later than November 30, 2026 (unless postponed) – Key dates: Initiation (May 5, 2026); prelim postponed to September 8, 2026; publication September 15, 2026; briefs due 30 days after publication, rebuttals 5 days later; hearing requests within 30 days Source: – Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/tin-mill-products-from-the-peoples-republic-of-china-preliminary-affirmative-countervailing-duty-determination-preliminary-affirmative-critical-circumstances-determination-and-alignment-of-final-d/ Steel racks — AD/CVD (Final administrative review results; rescission in part) Summary: – Commerce finalized the 2023–2024 administrative review of certain steel racks and parts thereof from China, determining that reviewed exporters sold below normal value or did not qualify for a separate rate and remain part of the China-wide entity. Commerce rescinded the review in part for Nanjing Kingmore Logistics Equipment Manufacturing Co., Ltd. due to no suspended POR entries. – Final weighted-average dumping margins are 10.34% for the collapsed Nova entity and for Jiangsu JISE; the China-wide entity rate (144.50%) remains unchanged and not under review. Key Details: – Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration – Policy Type: AD_CVD – Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY – China Indicator: EXPLICIT – Case No.: A-570-088 – Final margins: Jiangsu Nova Intelligent Logistics Equipment Co., Ltd./Nanjing Jinshidai Storage Equipment Co., Ltd./Hebei Nova Intelligent Logistics Equipment Co., Ltd.—10.34%; Jiangsu JISE Intelligent Storage Equipment Co., Ltd.—10.34% – Separate rates: Granted to Nova and Jiangsu JISE; denied to Nanjing Urgo Logistics Equipment Co. (treated as part of the China-wide entity) – Rescission: Nanjing Kingmore Logistics Equipment Manufacturing Co., Ltd. – POR: September 1, 2023–August 31, 2024 – Cash deposits/assessments: As specified; China-wide entity cash deposit rate remains 144.50% – Key date: Final results issued September 8, 2026; publication September 15, 2026 Source: – Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/certain-steel-racks-and-parts-thereof-from-the-peoples-republic-of-china-final-results-and-rescission-in-part-of-antidumping-duty-administrative-review-2023-2024/ Silicon metal (Bosnia and Herzegovina, Iceland, Malaysia, Kazakhstan) — AD/CVD (Continuation of orders after sunset review) Summary: – Commerce is continuing the AD orders on silicon metal from Bosnia and Herzegovina, Iceland, and Malaysia and the CVD order on silicon metal from the Republic of Kazakhstan, following sunset review findings by Commerce and the ITC that revocation would likely lead to continuation or recurrence of dumping, countervailable subsidies, and material injury. – U.S. Customs and Border Protection will continue to collect AD/CVD cash deposits at current rates; the effective date of continuation is September 3, 2026. Key Details: – Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration – Policy Type: AD_CVD – Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY – Case Nos.: A-893-001; A-400-001; A-557-820; C-834-811 – Process: First five-year (sunset) reviews initiated March 2, 2026; ITC final injury determination published September 3, 2026 – Effective date: September 3, 2026 Source: – Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/silicon-metal-from-bosnia-and-herzegovina-iceland-malaysia-and-the-republic-of-kazakhstan-continuation-of-antidumping-duty-orders-and-countervailing-duty-order/ Oil country tubular goods (Türkiye) — AD/CVD (Preliminary CVD administrative review results) Summary: – Commerce preliminarily determined a net countervailable subsidy rate of 0.63% for Borusan Birleşik Boru Fabrikalari Sanayi ve Ticaret A.Ş. for the 2024 POR in the OCTG CVD order on Türkiye. Interested parties may submit case briefs within 21 days of publication and rebuttals five days thereafter. – Upon final results, Commerce will instruct CBP regarding assessment and cash deposit requirements; the all-others rate from the investigation remains 9.21% unless changed in final results. Key Details: – Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration – Policy Type: AD_CVD – Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY – Case No.: C-489-817 – Company: Borusan Birleşik Boru Fabrikalari Sanayi ve Ticaret A.Ş.—0.63% (preliminary) – POR: January 1, 2024–December 31, 2024 – Key dates: Preliminary results deadline September 10, 2026; publication September 15, 2026; briefs due 21 days after publication; hearing requests within 30 days Source: – Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/certain-oil-country-tubular-goods-from-the-republic-of-turkiye-preliminary-results-of-countervailing-duty-administrative-review-2024/ Oil country tubular goods (Republic of Korea) — AD/CVD (Final CVD administrative review results; rescission in part) Summary: – Commerce determined a de minimis net countervailable subsidy rate of 0.12% for SeAH Steel Corporation for the 2023 POR and rescinded the review for Hyundai Steel Pipe Co., Ltd. due to lack of reviewable suspended entries. Commerce will instruct CBP to liquidate SeAH Steel’s entries without regard to countervailing duties and to assess Hyundai Steel Pipe entries at the applicable cash deposit rates. – The cash deposit rate for SeAH Steel will be zero; for non-reviewed firms, the most recent company-specific rate or the all-others rate (1.33%) continues. Key Details: – Authority:
US Highlights 2026-09-14
US–China Trade Daily Hightlights | 2026-09-14 1) Executive Summary – Today’s brief covers 16 events across the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), the Department of Commerce (International Trade Administration), and the Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC). – Instruments include antidumping and countervailing duty (AD/CVD) investigations and administrative reviews, Section 337 proceedings, and sanctions listings/updates. – Highlights include the ITC’s institution of preliminary AD/CVD investigations on corrugated pizza boxes from China, Malaysia, and Turkey; multiple Commerce preliminary and final AD/CVD results across several products and countries; and OFAC actions updating identifiers and adding parties to the SDN List. 2) Updates by Authority ITC (U.S. International Trade Commission) – Headline (bold):Corrugated pizza boxes — AD/CVD (Institution and scheduling of preliminary phase) Summary:The ITC instituted preliminary phase AD/CVD investigations Nos. 701-TA-806 and 731-TA-1805-1807 to assess whether U.S. industry is materially injured or threatened by imports of corrugated pizza boxes from China, Malaysia, and Turkey alleged to be sold at less than fair value, with alleged subsidies for Turkey. Unless Commerce extends initiation, the ITC’s preliminary determinations are due in 45 days. Key Details:– Authority: INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION– Policy Type: AD_CVD– Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY– China Indicator: EXPLICIT– Investigation Nos.: 701-TA-806; 731-TA-1805-1807 (Preliminary)– HTSUS: 4819.10.00 (as provided)– Key dates: Preliminary determinations due by October 26, 2026; ITC views to Commerce by November 2, 2026; staff conference September 30, 2026; requests to appear due by noon September 28, 2026; party testimony due September 29, 2026; written submissions due October 5, 2026; Notice date September 9, 2026. Source:– Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/corrugated-pizza-boxes-from-china-malaysia-and-turkey-institution-of-antidumping-and-countervailing-duty-investigations-and-scheduling-of-preliminary-phase-investigations/ – Headline (bold):Smart televisions and monitors — Section 337 (Commission determination on intervention) Summary:In Investigation No. 337-TA-1495, the Commission determined not to review the ALJ’s ID (Order No. 17) granting Dolby Laboratories, Inc. intervenor status. The investigation concerns certain video-capable electronic devices, including smart TVs, monitors, and components. Key Details:– Authority: INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION– Policy Type: ITC_337– Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY– China Indicator: EXPLICIT– Investigation No.: 337-TA-1495– Key date: Commission vote on September 9, 2026 Source:– Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/certain-video-capable-electronic-devices-including-smart-televisions-monitors-and-components-thereof-notice-of-a-commission-determination-not-to-review-an-initial-determination-granting-dolby-labo/ – Headline (bold):Vertical power delivery systems — Section 337 (Public interest solicitation) Summary:The ITC received a complaint titled Certain Vertical Power Delivery Systems, Components Thereof, and Computing Systems Containing the Same (DN 3936) and seeks public interest comments on the requested relief, including a limited exclusion order and cease and desist orders. The complaint, filed by Vicor Corporation on September 9, 2026, names multiple respondents in the U.S. and abroad. Key Details:– Authority: INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION– Policy Type: ITC_337– Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY– China Indicator: EXPLICIT– Docket No.: 3936– Relief requested: Limited exclusion order; cease and desist orders; bond during Presidential review– Comment deadline: Eight calendar days after Federal Register publication; replies due three days thereafter Source:– Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/notice-of-receipt-of-complaint-solicitation-of-comments-relating-to-the-public-interest-41/ DOC (U.S. Department of Commerce — International Trade Administration) – Headline (bold):Glycine from India — CVD (Preliminary results; partial rescission) Summary:Commerce preliminarily finds countervailable subsidies for producers/exporters of glycine from India for the 2024 POR and rescinds the review, in part, for 27 companies. Kumar Industries and Mulji Mehta Enterprises were selected as mandatory respondents. Key Details:– Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration– Policy Type: AD_CVD (CVD administrative review)– Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY– China Indicator: EXPLICIT– POR: January 1, 2024–December 31, 2024– Preliminary subsidy rates: Kumar Industries 39.75%; Mulji Mehta Enterprises 104.92%; Mulji Mehta Pharma 39.75%– Rescission: 27 companies (per Appendix II of notice)– Comment deadlines: Case briefs due 21 days after publication; rebuttals five days later; hearing requests due within 30 days Source:– Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/glycine-from-india-preliminary-results-and-rescission-in-part-of-countervailing-duty-administrative-review-2024/ – Headline (bold):Raw honey from Brazil — AD (Preliminary results; partial rescission) Summary:Commerce preliminarily finds sales at less than normal value for two respondents and rescinds the review for 11 companies. Melbras and Minamel are mandatory respondents for the 2024–2025 POR. Key Details:– Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration– Policy Type: AD_CVD (AD administrative review)– Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY– POR: June 1, 2024–May 31, 2025– Preliminary margins: Melbras 1.67%; Minamel 2.64%; non-selected companies 2.16%– Rescission: 11 companies (per Appendix III)– Comment deadlines: Case briefs due 30 days after publication; rebuttals five days later; hearing requests due within 30 days Source:– Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/raw-honey-from-brazil-preliminary-results-of-antidumping-duty-administrative-review-2024-2025/ – Headline (bold):Raw honey from Vietnam — AD (Preliminary results; partial rescission) Summary:Commerce preliminarily finds sales at less than normal value for selected exporters and rescinds the review for 17 companies after confirming no suspended entries. Eight additional companies qualify for separate rates; others remain part of the Vietnam-wide entity. Key Details:– Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration– Policy Type: AD_CVD (AD administrative review)– Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY– POR: June 1, 2024–May 31, 2025– Preliminary margins: Ban Me Thuot Honeybee JSC 30.21%; Daklak Honeybee JSC 39.61%; separate-rate companies 34.91%– Vietnam-wide entity rate: 60.03% (entity not under review)– Rescission: 17 companies (per Appendix II)– Comment deadlines: Case briefs due 21 days after publication; rebuttals five days later; hearing requests due within 30 days Source:– Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/raw-honey-from-the-socialist-republic-of-vietnam-preliminary-results-and-rescission-in-part-of-antidumping-duty-administrative-review-2024-2025/ – Headline (bold):Raw honey from Argentina — AD (Preliminary results) Summary:Commerce preliminarily finds sales at less than normal value for two mandatory respondents and sets a review-specific rate for non-selected companies. Verification is intended before final results. Key Details:– Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration– Policy Type: AD_CVD (AD administrative review)– Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY– POR: June 1, 2024–May 31, 2025– Preliminary margins: NEXCO S.A. 1.93%; Villamora S.A. 6.80%; non-selected companies 3.48%– Comment deadlines: Case briefs due 21 days after publication; rebuttals five days later; hearing requests due within 30 days Source:– Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/raw-honey-from-argentina-preliminary-results-of-antidumping-duty-administrative-review-2024-2025/ – Headline (bold):Quartz surface products from India — AD (Preliminary results; rescissions; intent to rescind in part) Summary:Commerce preliminarily finds Cuarzo/Beyyond made sales at less than normal value while PESL did not. The review is rescinded for multiple companies; Commerce intends to rescind for four more based on no reviewable entries. A no-shipments claim by Jyothi Granite is not accepted at this stage. Key Details:– Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration– Policy Type: AD_CVD (AD administrative review)– Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY– POR: June 1, 2024–May 31, 2025– Preliminary margins: Cuarzo/Beyyond 4.91%; PESL 0.00%; non-selected companies 4.91%– Rescission: 53 companies;
US Highlights 2026-09-11
US–China Trade Daily Hightlights | 2026-09-11 1) Executive Summary Seven events are covered today, led by the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) and the Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC). The ITC scheduled the final phase of antidumping and countervailing duty (AD/CVD) investigations on citric acid and certain citrate salts. OFAC published SDN List updates and multiple sanctions-related general licenses under Iran, Venezuela, Nicaragua, Global Terrorism, and Illicit Drug Trade programs. Key policy instruments include AD/CVD proceedings, sanctions listings/updates, and general licenses authorizing time-limited wind-down activities. 2) Updates by Authority ITC (U.S. International Trade Commission) Citric acid and certain citrate salts — AD/CVD (TRADE_REMEDY) The ITC scheduled the final phase of investigations Nos. 701-TA-783-784 and 731-TA-1771-1772 (Final) to determine whether a U.S. industry is materially injured or threatened with material injury by imports of citric acid and certain citrate salts. The proceedings concern imports from China preliminarily determined by Commerce to be subsidized and sold at less-than-fair-value, and imports from Canada preliminarily determined to be subsidized but not sold at less-than-fair-value. Authority: INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION Policy Type: AD_CVD Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY China Indicator: EXPLICIT Key identifiers: Investigation Nos. 701-TA-783-784 and 731-TA-1771-1772 (Final) Key dates: Staff report (nonpublic) due Dec 28, 2026; Hearing Jan 12, 2027; Requests to appear due Jan 6, 2027; Prehearing briefs due Jan 5, 2027; Posthearing briefs due Jan 20, 2027; Additional information placed on record Feb 2, 2027; Final comments due Feb 4, 2027 Source:https://lawyerfanzhang.com/citric-acid-and-certain-citrate-salts-from-canada-and-india-scheduling-of-the-final-phase-of-countervailing-duty-and-antidumping-duty-investigations/ OFAC (Office of Foreign Assets Control, U.S. Department of the Treasury) SDN List updates and removals — Sanctions Listing (SANCTIONS) OFAC published updates to identifying information for one or more persons on the Specially Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons (SDN) List. OFAC also announced one or more persons whose property and interests in property were unblocked and removed from the SDN List. Authority: DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY, Office of Foreign Assets Control Policy Type: SANCTIONS_LISTING Event Type: SANCTIONS Key dates: OFAC determined on June 11, 2026, that certain persons were unblocked and removed from the SDN List Key identifiers: Specific parties are listed in the notice Source:https://lawyerfanzhang.com/notice-of-ofac-sanctions-actions-16/ Iran-related General Licenses CC and DD — Sanctions Listing (SANCTIONS) OFAC published Iran-related General License (GL) CC authorizing, through 12:01 a.m. EDT on September 19, 2026, transactions ordinarily incident and necessary to the wind down of dealings with specified blocked persons pursuant to E.O. 13902. OFAC also published GL DD authorizing, through 12:01 a.m. EDT on September 23, 2026, certain wind down transactions previously authorized under 31 CFR 560.522, 560.529, and Iran GL J-1. Authority: DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY, Office of Foreign Assets Control Policy Type: SANCTIONS_LISTING Event Type: SANCTIONS Key dates: GL CC issued Sept 4, 2026; GL DD issued Sept 8, 2026; GL CC valid through Sept 19, 2026; GL DD valid through Sept 23, 2026 Key identifiers: GL CC covers Golden Global Yatirim Bankasi A.S., Golden Global Varlik Kiralama A.S., Golden Global Portfoy Yonetimi A.S., and entities owned ≥50% by them; GL DD references ITSR 31 CFR 560.522, 560.529, and Iran GL J-1 Source:https://lawyerfanzhang.com/publication-of-iran-related-web-general-licenses-cc-and-dd/ Venezuela GLs 50A and 51A — Sanctions Listing (SANCTIONS) OFAC published GL 50A authorizing transactions related to oil or gas sector operations in Venezuela for entities listed in the annex (and their subsidiaries), with conditions on governing law, payment routing, and reporting, and prohibitions on specified counterparties. OFAC also published GL 51A authorizing certain activities involving Venezuelan-origin minerals, including gold, by established U.S. entities, with due diligence, payment, reporting conditions, and explicit exclusions, including processing/refining in specified jurisdictions. Authority: DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY, Office of Foreign Assets Control Policy Type: SANCTIONS_LISTING Event Type: SANCTIONS China Indicator: IMPLICIT Key dates: GL 50A issued Feb 18, 2026 (replaced GL 50); GL 51A issued Mar 27, 2026 (replaced GL 51) Key identifiers: GL 50A annex entities include BP PLC, Chevron Corporation, Eni S.p.A., Etablissements Maurel & Prom SA, Repsol S.A., Shell PLC; GLs include prohibitions on transactions involving persons in or entities owned/controlled by persons in specified jurisdictions Source:https://lawyerfanzhang.com/publication-of-venezuela-sanctions-regulations-web-general-licenses-50a-and-51a/ Venezuela GLs 30B and 51 — Sanctions Listing (SANCTIONS) OFAC published GL 30B authorizing transactions ordinarily incident and necessary to operations or use of ports and airports in Venezuela involving the Government of Venezuela and INEA (and its majority-owned entities), subject to limitations. OFAC also published GL 51 authorizing specified activities involving Venezuelan-origin gold for importation, refining in the United States, and resale/export by established U.S. entities, with conditions on contracting, payments, reporting, and exclusions, including restrictions related to certain jurisdictions. Authority: DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY, Office of Foreign Assets Control Policy Type: SANCTIONS_LISTING Event Type: SANCTIONS China Indicator: EXPLICIT Key dates: GL 30B issued Feb 10, 2026 (replaced GL 30A); GL 51 issued Mar 6, 2026 Key identifiers: GL 30B references E.O. 13884 and E.O. 13850 (as amended); GL 51 includes reporting requirements and limitations on counterparties and activities Source:https://lawyerfanzhang.com/publication-of-venezuela-sanctions-regulations-web-general-licenses-30b-and-51/ Nicaragua GL 5 — Sanctions Listing (SANCTIONS) OFAC published GL 5 authorizing the wind down of transactions involving Exportadora de Metales Sociedad Anonima (EMSA) and entities it owns 50% or more, through 12:01 a.m. EDT on May 16, 2026. Payments to blocked persons must be made into a blocked account in accordance with the Nicaragua Sanctions Regulations. Authority: DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY, Office of Foreign Assets Control Policy Type: SANCTIONS_LISTING Event Type: SANCTIONS Key dates: GL 5 issued Apr 16, 2026; Valid through 12:01 a.m. EDT May 16, 2026 Key identifiers: EMSA and its ≥50%-owned entities Source:https://lawyerfanzhang.com/publication-of-nicaragua-sanctions-regulations-web-general-license-5/ Global Terrorism and Illicit Drug Trade GL 35 — Sanctions Listing (SANCTIONS) OFAC published GL 35 authorizing wind down transactions, through 12:01 a.m. EDT on May 14, 2026, involving three entities designated on April 14, 2026: Comercializadora y Arrendadora de Mexico, S.A. de C.V. (CAMSA), Casino Centenario, and Diamante Casino, including their majority-owned entities. Payments to blocked persons must be made into a blocked account under applicable regulations. Authority: DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY, Office of Foreign Assets Control Policy Type: SANCTIONS_LISTING Event Type: SANCTIONS Key dates: GL 35 issued Apr 14, 2026; Expires 12:01 a.m. EDT May 14,
US Highlights 2026-09-09
US–China Trade Daily Hightlights | 2026-09-09 1) Executive Summary – Three events are covered today, all from the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC). The actions include a procedural request for comments under Section 338(g) of the Tariff Act of 1930 and two Section 337 matters (one new complaint solicitation and one partial review of a final initial determination). Policy instruments span procedural notices, Section 337 enforcement, requests for public interest comments, and briefing on remedy and bonding. 2) Updates by Authority International Trade Commission (U.S. International Trade Commission) Headline (one line, bold): Section 338(g) implementation — Procedural Notice (Policy Notice) Summary: The Commission requests public comments on how it should implement its statutory obligations under Section 338(g) of the Tariff Act of 1930 to identify discriminatory actions by foreign countries that burden U.S. commerce and to provide the President with information and recommendations. The notice outlines topics for input, including how to define “unreasonable” and “discriminatory” conduct, methods for information gathering, handling of sensitive information, analysis approaches, and the form of communications to the President. Key Details: – Authority: INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION – Policy Type: PROCEDURAL_NOTICE – Event Type: POLICY_NOTICE – Key identifiers: Investigation/Docket No. MISC-053; FR Doc. 2026-18385 – Key dates: Comments due by November 9, 2026; Issued September 4, 2026; Published September 9, 2026 Source: – Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/request-for-comments-regarding-implementation-of-19-u-s-c-1338g/ Headline (one line, bold): Mobile electronic devices — Section 337 (Trade Remedy) Summary: The Commission received a complaint in Certain Mobile Electronic Devices and Components Thereof, DN 3934, filed by trinamiX Sensing LLC and trinamiX GmbH, alleging violations of Section 337. The Commission solicits public interest comments regarding the requested relief, which includes a limited exclusion order, cease and desist orders, and a bond during the 60-day Presidential review period. Key Details: – Authority: INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION – Policy Type: ITC_337 – Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY – Key identifiers: DN 3934 (“Docket No. 3934”); FR Doc. 2026-18379 – Parties: Complainants—trinamiX Sensing LLC; trinamiX GmbH; Respondent—Apple, Inc. – Key dates: Initial public interest submissions due no later than eight calendar days after Federal Register publication; Issued September 4, 2026; Published September 9, 2026 Source: – Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/notice-of-receipt-of-complaint-solicitation-of-comments-relating-to-the-public-interest-40/ Headline (one line, bold): Glow fish tape and safety helmet systems — Section 337 (Trade Remedy) Summary: The Commission determined to review in part the final initial determination in Certain Glow Fish Tape Systems, Safety Helmet Systems, and Components Thereof (Inv. No. 337-TA-1442), which found a violation of Section 337. The Commission seeks written submissions on specified issues under review and on remedy, bonding, and public interest, including questions referencing a Chinese patent publication (CN 202026888 U) in the obviousness analysis for helmet-related patents. Key Details: – Authority: INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION – Policy Type: ITC_337 – Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY – China Indicator: EXPLICIT – Key identifiers: Investigation No. 337-TA-1442; FR Doc. 2026-18302 – Parties: Complainant—Klein Tools, Inc.; Respondent—Milwaukee Electric Tool Corporation – Relief posture: CALJ recommended a limited exclusion order and cease and desist order; recommended 100% bond of entered value during Presidential review – Key dates: Initial submissions due September 18, 2026; Replies due September 25, 2026; Commission vote September 3, 2026; Published September 9, 2026 Source: – Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/certain-glow-fish-tape-systems-safety-helmet-systems-and-components-thereof-notice-of-a-commission-determination-to-review-in-part-a-final-initial-determination-finding-a-violation-of-section-337/ 3) Key Takeaways (Factual) – The ITC is seeking structured public input to inform its implementation of Section 338(g) duties regarding foreign discriminatory measures that burden U.S. commerce, with comments due by November 9, 2026. – A new Section 337 complaint concerning mobile electronic devices (DN 3934) names Apple Inc.; the ITC requests public interest comments within eight days of publication. – In Inv. No. 337-TA-1442, the ITC will review portions of the FID and has invited briefing on specific patent, domestic industry, and public interest issues, with deadlines on September 18 and 25, 2026. – Recommended remedies under consideration in 337-TA-1442 include a limited exclusion order, cease and desist order, and a 100% bond during the Presidential review period. – The ITC’s review in 337-TA-1442 references prior art including a Chinese patent publication in assessing obviousness. 4) Full Source Links (Index) – https://lawyerfanzhang.com/request-for-comments-regarding-implementation-of-19-u-s-c-1338g/ (Section 338(g) request for comments) – https://lawyerfanzhang.com/notice-of-receipt-of-complaint-solicitation-of-comments-relating-to-the-public-interest-40/ (Mobile devices 337 complaint; public interest comments) – https://lawyerfanzhang.com/certain-glow-fish-tape-systems-safety-helmet-systems-and-components-thereof-notice-of-a-commission-determination-to-review-in-part-a-final-initial-determination-finding-a-violation-of-section-337/ (337-TA-1442 partial review; submissions on remedy and public interest) 5) Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected and summarized from publicly available U.S. government materials, including the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content presented is not an official government publication and does not represent the views of any U.S. government authority. This article is provided for informational and research purposes only and does not constitute legal advice, compliance advice, or recommendations for any specific entity or transaction. Readers should refer to the original official documents and consult qualified professionals before making decisions based on this information.
US Highlights 2026-09-08
US–China Trade Daily Hightlights | 2026-09-08 1) Executive Summary – This briefing covers 3 events. The main authorities involved are the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) and the Department of Commerce’s International Trade Administration (DOC/ITA). Policy instruments include Section 337 (ITC) and antidumping/countervailing duty (AD/CVD) actions. Actions span a Section 337 investigation termination, final sunset review revocations, and a preliminary administrative review determination. 2) Updates by Authority ITC (U.S. International Trade Commission) – Headline (one line, bold): Foreign-fabricated semiconductor devices — ITC_337 (TRADE_REMEDY) Summary: The ITC determined not to review an initial determination (Order No. 77) granting a joint motion to terminate Investigation No. 337-TA-1443 in its entirety based on settlement and to limit service of the settlement agreement. With no petitions for review filed, the investigation is terminated. Key Details (bullets): Authority: INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION Policy Type: ITC_337 Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY China Indicator: EXPLICIT Key identifier: Investigation No. 337-TA-1443; ID Order No. 77 Key dates: ID issued August 5, 2026; Commission vote September 3, 2026; notice published September 8, 2026 Source: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/certain-foreign-fabricated-semiconductor-devices-products-containing-the-same-and-components-thereof-notice-of-a-commission-determination-not-to-review-an-initial-determination-granting-a-joint-mot-2/ DOC (Department of Commerce — International Trade Administration) – Headline (one line, bold): Walk-behind lawn mowers — AD_CVD (TRADE_REMEDY) Summary: Commerce completed the first sunset review of the AD and CVD orders on certain walk-behind lawn mowers from China and the AD order from Vietnam and is revoking these orders. No domestic party submitted a substantive response by the deadline; consistent with section 751(c)(3)(A) of the Act, Commerce is revoking the orders. Key Details (bullets): Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration Policy Type: AD_CVD Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY China Indicator: EXPLICIT Key identifiers: A-570-129 (China AD); C-570-130 (China CVD); A-552-830 (Vietnam AD) Key dates: Initiation June 1, 2026; Applicable September 8, 2026; Effective date for termination of suspension for entries on or after July 13, 2026 Source: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/certain-walk-behind-lawn-mowers-and-parts-thereof-from-the-peoples-republic-of-china-and-the-socialist-republic-of-vietnam-final-results-of-sunset-review-and-revocation-of-orders-2/ – Headline (one line, bold): Brass rod (Brazil) — AD_CVD (TRADE_REMEDY) Summary: Commerce preliminarily finds Termomecanica Sao Paulo S.A. sold brass rod at less than normal value during the period December 1, 2023 through May 31, 2025. The estimated weighted-average dumping margin is 22.07 percent; interested parties are invited to comment. Key Details (bullets): Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration Policy Type: AD_CVD Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY Key identifier: A-351-859 Key dates: Applicable September 8, 2026; POR December 1, 2023–May 31, 2025; case briefs due within 21 days of publication; hearing requests due within 30 days of publication Source: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/brass-rod-from-brazil-preliminary-results-of-antidumping-duty-administrative-review-2023-2025-2/ 3) Key Takeaways (Factual) The ITC terminated Section 337 Investigation No. 337-TA-1443 on foreign-fabricated semiconductor devices following a settlement; the Commission declined to review the ALJ’s termination ID. Commerce revoked AD and CVD orders on walk-behind lawn mowers from China and the AD order from Vietnam due to no domestic substantive responses in the first sunset review. For the lawn mowers revocation, Commerce intends CBP to end suspension for entries on or after July 13, 2026; prior entries remain subject to applicable requirements. Commerce preliminarily set a 22.07 percent dumping margin for Termomecanica in the Brazil brass rod administrative review and invited public comments. 4) Full Source Links (Index) – https://lawyerfanzhang.com/certain-foreign-fabricated-semiconductor-devices-products-containing-the-same-and-components-thereof-notice-of-a-commission-determination-not-to-review-an-initial-determination-granting-a-joint-mot-2/ (Semiconductor devices — ITC 337 termination) – https://lawyerfanzhang.com/certain-walk-behind-lawn-mowers-and-parts-thereof-from-the-peoples-republic-of-china-and-the-socialist-republic-of-vietnam-final-results-of-sunset-review-and-revocation-of-orders-2/ (Lawn mowers — AD/CVD revocation) – https://lawyerfanzhang.com/brass-rod-from-brazil-preliminary-results-of-antidumping-duty-administrative-review-2023-2025-2/ (Brass rod (Brazil) — AD prelim review) 5) Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected and summarized from publicly available U.S. government materials, including the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content presented is not an official government publication and does not represent the views of any U.S. government authority. This article is provided for informational and research purposes only and does not constitute legal advice, compliance advice, or recommendations for any specific entity or transaction. Readers should refer to the original official documents and consult qualified professionals before making decisions based on this information.
US Highlights 2026-09-07
US–China Trade Daily Hightlights | 2026-09-07 1) Executive Summary Three events are covered today from the U.S. International Trade Commission and the Department of Commerce’s International Trade Administration. The policy tools involved include Section 337 unfair import investigations and antidumping/countervailing duty (AD/CVD) proceedings. Actions include termination of a semiconductor-related Section 337 investigation based on settlement, revocation of AD/CVD orders on walk-behind lawn mowers from China (and AD from Vietnam) due to no domestic responses in a sunset review, and preliminary antidumping results for brass rod from Brazil. 2) Updates by Authority U.S. International Trade Commission Foreign-fabricated semiconductor devices — ITC_337 (TRADE_REMEDY) Summary: The Commission determined not to review the ALJ’s Initial Determination (Order No. 77) granting a joint motion to terminate Investigation No. 337-TA-1443 in its entirety based on settlement and to limit service of the settlement agreement. As the remaining respondents were alleged direct or indirect customers of TSMC, the investigation is terminated in full; no petitions for review were filed. Key Details: Authority: INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION Policy Type: ITC_337 Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY China Indicator: EXPLICIT Investigation No.: 337-TA-1443; ALJ Order No. 77 Parties noted: Complainants Longitude Licensing Ltd. and Marlin Semiconductor Limited; respondents included Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Limited (TSMC), Apple, Broadcom Inc., Lenovo entities (including in China and Hong Kong), Motorola entities in China, OnePlus (Shenzhen), and Qualcomm Inc.; OUII was a party Key dates: ALJ ID issued August 5, 2026; Commission vote September 3, 2026; notice issued September 3, 2026 Source: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/certain-foreign-fabricated-semiconductor-devices-products-containing-the-same-and-components-thereof-notice-of-a-commission-determination-not-to-review-an-initial-determination-granting-a-joint-mot/ Department of Commerce (International Trade Administration) Walk-behind lawn mowers — AD_CVD (TRADE_REMEDY) Summary: Commerce completed the first sunset review of the AD and CVD orders on certain walk-behind lawn mowers from China and the AD order from Vietnam and is revoking the orders. No domestic party submitted a substantive response by the deadline, and consistent with section 751(c)(3)(A) of the Act, Commerce is revoking the orders. Key Details: Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration Policy Type: AD_CVD Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY China Indicator: EXPLICIT Case Nos.: A-570-129 (China AD), C-570-130 (China CVD), A-552-830 (Vietnam AD) Key dates: Initiated June 1, 2026; Applicable September 8, 2026; CBP to terminate suspension for entries on/after July 13, 2026 (fifth anniversary of the orders) Source: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/certain-walk-behind-lawn-mowers-and-parts-thereof-from-the-peoples-republic-of-china-and-the-socialist-republic-of-vietnam-final-results-of-sunset-review-and-revocation-of-orders/ Brass rod (Brazil) — AD_CVD (TRADE_REMEDY) Summary: Commerce preliminarily finds that Termomecanica Sao Paulo S.A. made sales of brass rod from Brazil at less than normal value during the period December 1, 2023, through May 31, 2025. The preliminary weighted-average dumping margin is 22.07 percent; interested parties may comment. Key Details: Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration Policy Type: AD_CVD Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY Case No.: A-351-859 Period of Review: December 1, 2023–May 31, 2025 Preliminary margin: Termomecanica Sao Paulo S.A. — 22.07% Key dates: Applicable September 8, 2026; case briefs due no later than 21 days after publication; hearing requests due within 30 days of publication Source: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/brass-rod-from-brazil-preliminary-results-of-antidumping-duty-administrative-review-2023-2025/ 3) Key Takeaways (Factual) The ITC terminated a Section 337 investigation covering foreign-fabricated semiconductor devices based on settlement, with no review of the ALJ’s determination. Commerce revoked the AD and CVD orders on walk-behind lawn mowers from China and the AD order from Vietnam after no domestic party responded in the first sunset review. The revocation of the lawn mower orders is applicable September 8, 2026, with termination of suspension for entries on or after July 13, 2026. Commerce issued preliminary results in the brass rod from Brazil review, calculating a 22.07 percent dumping margin for Termomecanica Sao Paulo S.A. 4) Full Source Links (Index) https://lawyerfanzhang.com/certain-foreign-fabricated-semiconductor-devices-products-containing-the-same-and-components-thereof-notice-of-a-commission-determination-not-to-review-an-initial-determination-granting-a-joint-mot/ (Semiconductor devices — 337 termination) https://lawyerfanzhang.com/certain-walk-behind-lawn-mowers-and-parts-thereof-from-the-peoples-republic-of-china-and-the-socialist-republic-of-vietnam-final-results-of-sunset-review-and-revocation-of-orders/ (Lawn mowers — AD/CVD revocation) https://lawyerfanzhang.com/brass-rod-from-brazil-preliminary-results-of-antidumping-duty-administrative-review-2023-2025/ (Brass rod (Brazil) — preliminary AD results) 5) Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected and summarized from publicly available U.S. government materials, including the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content presented is not an official government publication and does not represent the views of any U.S. government authority. This article is provided for informational and research purposes only and does not constitute legal advice, compliance advice, or recommendations for any specific entity or transaction. Readers should refer to the original official documents and consult qualified professionals before making decisions based on this information.
US Highlights 2026-09-03
US–China Trade Daily Hightlights | 2026-09-03 1) Executive Summary – Today’s brief covers 14 U.S. trade actions and notices. The main authorities are the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) and the U.S. Department of Commerce’s International Trade Administration (Commerce). – Policy instruments span Section 337 investigations, antidumping/countervailing duty (AD/CVD) administrative reviews and sunset reviews, a preliminary CVD investigation determination, and an order continuation. – China-related items include the continuation of the AD order on hand trucks from China and an ITC Section 337 investigation involving Chinese respondent Hisense terminated based on arbitration agreements. 2) Updates by Authority ITC (U.S. International Trade Commission) Headline (one line, bold):Mobile electronic devices — Section 337 (Commission review and request for submissions) Summary:The ITC determined to review in part the ALJ’s final initial determination finding a Section 337 violation as to one asserted patent and no violation as to others in Investigation No. 337-TA-1432 (Maxell v. Samsung). The Commission seeks written submissions on the issues under review and on remedy, public interest, and bonding. Key Details:– Authority: INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION– Policy Type: ITC_337– Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY– Key identifiers: Inv. No. 337-TA-1432– Key dates: Initial submissions due September 14, 2026; replies due September 21, 2026; Commission vote August 31, 2026– Additional notes: The ALJ recommended, if a violation is found, a limited exclusion order and cease-and-desist orders, with a bond of 0% during Presidential review. Source:– Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/certain-mobile-electronic-devices-notice-of-a-commission-determination-to-review-in-part-a-final-initial-determination-finding-a-violation-of-section-337-request-for-written-submissions-on-the-issue/ Headline (one line, bold):Video‑capable laptops, desktops, handhelds, tablets, televisions, projectors, and components — Section 337 (Investigation terminated) Summary:The ITC determined not to review the ALJ’s ID (Order No. 48) granting a joint motion to terminate Investigation No. 337‑TA‑1448 in its entirety based on arbitration agreements among the private parties. The investigation is terminated. Key Details:– Authority: INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION– Policy Type: ITC_337– Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY– China Indicator: EXPLICIT– Key identifiers: Inv. No. 337‑TA‑1448– Parties: Complainants Nokia Technologies Oy and Nokia Corporation; respondents included Hisense, Acer, and ASUS– Key dates: Commission vote August 31, 2026 Source:– Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/certain-video-capable-laptop-desktop-computers-handheld-computers-tablets-televisions-projectors-and-components-and-modules-thereof-notice-of-a-commission-determination-not-to-review-an-initial/ Headline (one line, bold):Welded line pipe (South Korea, Turkey) — AD/CVD (Scheduling of expedited five‑year reviews) Summary:The ITC scheduled expedited second five-year reviews to assess whether revocation of AD orders on welded line pipe from South Korea and Turkey and the CVD order on welded line pipe from Turkey would likely lead to continuation or recurrence of material injury. Key Details:– Authority: INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION– Policy Type: AD_CVD– Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY– Key identifiers: Inv. Nos. 701‑TA‑525 and 731‑TA‑1260–1261 (Second Review)– Key dates: Staff report to nonpublic record October 22, 2026; public comments due October 29, 2026 Source:– Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/welded-line-pipe-from-south-korea-and-turkey-scheduling-of-expedited-five-year-reviews/ DOC (U.S. Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration) Headline (one line, bold):Chlorinated isocyanurates (Spain) — Antidumping (Preliminary results; partial rescission) Summary:Commerce preliminarily found no dumping for Electroquímica de Hernani, S.A. and Ercros, S.A. for the POR June 1, 2024–May 31, 2025, and rescinded the review for Industrias Químicas Tamar due to no reviewable suspended entries. Key Details:– Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration– Policy Type: AD_CVD– Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY– Margins: Electroquímica de Hernani, S.A. — 0.00%; Ercros, S.A. — 0.00%– POR: June 1, 2024–May 31, 2025 Source:– Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/chlorinated-isocyanurates-from-spain-preliminary-results-rescission-in-part-of-antidumping-duty-administrative-review-2024-2025/ Headline (one line, bold):Non‑refillable steel cylinders (India) — Antidumping (Preliminary results) Summary:Commerce preliminarily determined sales at less than normal value for certain producers/exporters for the POR December 1, 2023–May 31, 2025. Key Details:– Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration– Policy Type: AD_CVD– Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY– Margins: Bhiwadi Cylinders Pvt. Ltd./Sapphire (India) Pvt. Ltd. — 0.00%; Mauria Udyog Ltd. — 3.97%– POR: December 1, 2023–May 31, 2025 Source:– Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/certain-non-refillable-steel-cylinders-from-india-preliminary-results-of-antidumping-duty-administrative-review-2023-25/ Headline (one line, bold):Non‑oriented electrical steel (Japan) — Antidumping (Administrative review rescission) Summary:Commerce rescinded the 2024–2025 AD administrative review for Nippon Steel Corporation after finding no suspended entries during the POR; existing cash deposit rates remain in effect. Key Details:– Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration– Policy Type: AD_CVD– Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY– POR: December 1, 2024–November 30, 2025 Source:– Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/non-oriented-electrical-steel-from-japan-rescission-of-antidumping-duty-administrative-review-2024-2025/ Headline (one line, bold):Certain steel nails (Korea, Malaysia, Oman, Taiwan, Vietnam) — Antidumping (Final results of expedited second sunset reviews) Summary:Commerce found that revocation of the AD orders would likely lead to continuation or recurrence of dumping and identified likely margins up to the following levels. Key Details:– Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration– Policy Type: AD_CVD– Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY– Margins likely to prevail: up to 11.80% (Korea); 39.35% (Malaysia); 9.10% (Oman); 2.24% (Taiwan); 323.99% (Vietnam) Source:– Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/certain-steel-nails-from-the-republic-of-korea-malaysia-the-sultanate-of-oman-taiwan-and-the-socialist-republic-of-vietnam-final-results-of-the-expedited-second-sunset-reviews-of-the-antidumping/ Headline (one line, bold):Heavy walled rectangular pipes and tubes (Mexico) — Antidumping (Final results) Summary:Commerce finalized dumping margins for Forza Steel S.A. de C.V. and Productos Laminados de Monterrey, S.A. de C.V. for the POR September 1, 2023–August 31, 2024, and set a review‑specific rate for non‑examined companies. Key Details:– Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration– Policy Type: AD_CVD– Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY– Margins: Forza — 31.23%; Prolamsa — 7.45%; Review‑specific rate (non‑examined) — 16.84%– POR: September 1, 2023–August 31, 2024 Source:– Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/heavy-walled-rectangular-pipes-and-tubes-from-mexico-final-results-of-antidumping-duty-administrative-review-2023-2024/ Headline (one line, bold):Cold‑drawn mechanical tubing (India) — Antidumping (Preliminary results) Summary:Commerce preliminarily found dumping for two respondents for the POR June 1, 2024–May 31, 2025. Key Details:– Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration– Policy Type: AD_CVD– Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY– Margins: Goodluck India Ltd. (and affiliated names) — 2.73%; Tube Products of India, Ltd. (unit of Tube Investments of India Ltd.) — 4.54%– POR: June 1, 2024–May 31, 2025 Source:– Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/certain-cold-drawn-mechanical-tubing-of-carbon-and-alloy-steel-from-india-preliminary-results-of-antidumping-duty-administrative-review-2024-2025/ Headline (one line, bold):Brass rod (South Africa) — Antidumping (Preliminary results) Summary:Commerce preliminarily determined sales at less than normal value by Non‑Ferrous Metal Works (SA) (PTY) Ltd. for the POR December 1, 2023–May 31, 2025. Key Details:– Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration– Policy Type: AD_CVD– Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY– Margin: Non‑Ferrous Metal Works (SA) (PTY) Ltd. — 19.82%– POR: December 1, 2023–May 31, 2025 Source:– Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/brass-rod-from-south-africa-preliminary-results-of-antidumping-duty-administrative-review-2023-2025/ Headline (one line, bold):Stainless steel flanges (India) — Antidumping (Final results correction) Summary:Commerce corrected the company name within the BFN/Viraj collective entity in the final results notice and reiterated its successor‑in‑interest finding for Viraj Profiles Private Limited to Viraj Profiles Limited. Key Details:– Authority:
US Highlights 2026-09-02
US–China Trade Daily Hightlights | 2026-09-02 1) Executive Summary – Three events are covered today, all from the Department of Commerce’s International Trade Administration (DOC/ITA). The actions include one amended final result in an antidumping administrative review and two expedited second sunset reviews. Policy instruments involved are antidumping (AD), countervailing duty (CVD), and ministerial error correction. The notices address PET resin from Oman, welded line pipe from Korea and Türkiye, and certain steel nails from Vietnam. 2) Updates by Authority H3: DOC (Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration) Polyethylene terephthalate (PET) resin — AD_CVD (TRADE_REMEDY) Summary:Commerce amended the final results of the 2023–2024 administrative review of the AD order on PET resin from Oman to correct a ministerial error in U.S. inventory carrying cost calculations for OCTAL SAOC FZC. After recalculation using OCTAL’s most recent cost database, Commerce published a revised weighted-average dumping margin for the period of review. Key Details: – Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration – Policy Type: AD_CVD – Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY – Key identifiers: A-523-810 – Key dates: Applicable September 2, 2026; POR: May 1, 2023–April 30, 2024; Amended margin for OCTAL SAOC FZC: 3.02%; Notice signed August 26, 2026 Source: – Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/polyethylene-terephthalate-resin-from-the-sultanate-of-oman-amended-final-results-of-antidumping-duty-administrative-review-2023-2024/ Welded line pipe — AD_CVD (TRADE_REMEDY) Summary:Commerce issued the final results of the expedited second sunset review of the AD orders on welded line pipe from Korea and Türkiye. Commerce determined that revocation of the orders would likely lead to continuation or recurrence of dumping, with margins up to 6.22 percent for Korea and 22.95 percent for Türkiye. Key Details: – Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration – Policy Type: AD_CVD – Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY – China Indicator: EXPLICIT – Key identifiers: A-580-876 (Korea); A-489-822 (Türkiye) – Key dates: Applicable September 2, 2026; Notice signed August 28, 2026 Source: – Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/welded-line-pipe-from-the-republic-of-korea-and-the-republic-of-turkiye-final-results-of-the-expedited-second-sunset-review-of-the-antidumping-duty-orders/ Certain steel nails — AD_CVD (TRADE_REMEDY) Summary:Commerce issued the final results of the expedited second sunset review of the CVD order on certain steel nails from Vietnam. Commerce found that revocation would likely lead to continuation or recurrence of countervailable subsidies at net rates of 288.56 percent (Region Industries Co., Ltd.), 313.97 percent (United Nail Products Co. Ltd.), and 301.27 percent (All Others). Key Details: – Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration – Policy Type: AD_CVD – Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY – Key identifiers: C-552-819 – Key dates: Applicable September 2, 2026; Notice signed August 28, 2026 Source: – Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/certain-steel-nails-from-the-socialist-republic-of-vietnam-final-results-of-the-expedited-second-sunset-review-of-the-countervailing-duty-order/ 3) Key Takeaways (Factual) – DOC/ITA published three Federal Register notices on September 2, 2026, covering one amended AD administrative review and two expedited second sunset reviews. – The PET resin (Oman) review was amended to correct a ministerial error, resulting in a revised weighted-average dumping margin of 3.02 percent for OCTAL for the 2023–2024 POR. – Commerce determined that revoking the AD orders on welded line pipe from Korea and Türkiye would likely lead to continuation or recurrence of dumping, with margins up to 6.22 percent (Korea) and 22.95 percent (Türkiye). – Commerce determined that revoking the CVD order on certain steel nails from Vietnam would likely lead to continuation or recurrence of subsidization, with net subsidy rates specified for two producers and an all-others rate. – All actions were conducted on an expedited basis where applicable and cite specific investigation numbers and applicable dates for implementation. 4) Full Source Links (Index) – https://lawyerfanzhang.com/polyethylene-terephthalate-resin-from-the-sultanate-of-oman-amended-final-results-of-antidumping-duty-administrative-review-2023-2024/ (PET resin—Oman AD review) – https://lawyerfanzhang.com/welded-line-pipe-from-the-republic-of-korea-and-the-republic-of-turkiye-final-results-of-the-expedited-second-sunset-review-of-the-antidumping-duty-orders/ (Welded line pipe—AD sunset) – https://lawyerfanzhang.com/certain-steel-nails-from-the-socialist-republic-of-vietnam-final-results-of-the-expedited-second-sunset-review-of-the-countervailing-duty-order/ (Steel nails—Vietnam CVD sunset) 5) Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected and summarized from publicly available U.S. government materials, including the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content presented is not an official government publication and does not represent the views of any U.S. government authority. This article is provided for informational and research purposes only and does not constitute legal advice, compliance advice, or recommendations for any specific entity or transaction. Readers should refer to the original official documents and consult qualified professionals before making decisions based on this information.
US Highlights 2026-08-31
US–China Trade Daily Hightlights | 2026-08-31 1) Executive Summary Today’s brief covers 5 events involving the Department of Commerce’s International Trade Administration (ITA) and the Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC). The ITA issued final affirmative determinations in the antidumping (AD) and countervailing duty (CVD) investigations on van-type trailers and subassemblies from China and published a court-related notice amending AD results for steel pipe from the UAE. OFAC announced SDN List removals and new listings under Executive Order 13224. Key instruments include AD/CVD determinations, court-driven amended results, and sanctions listings. 2) Updates by Authority Department of Commerce (International Trade Administration) Van-type trailers and subassemblies (China) — AD/CVD (Final determination – AD) The Department of Commerce determined that van-type trailers and subassemblies from the People’s Republic of China are being, or are likely to be, sold in the United States at less than fair value for the period April 1, 2025, through September 30, 2025. Commerce made no changes to its preliminary margin calculations and continued the suspension of liquidation from June 15, 2026. Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration Policy Type: AD_CVD Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY China Indicator: EXPLICIT Investigation No.: A-570-219 Final weighted-average dumping margin: China-wide entity 130.86% (cash deposit rate adjusted for export subsidy offset: 129.73%) Applicable date: August 31, 2026 POI: April 1, 2025–September 30, 2025 Suspension of liquidation continued from June 15, 2026 (preliminary determination publication date) Third-country entry reporting (Canada): A-122-219 (for entries via Canada; only the Chinese subassembly portion subject to China AD duties as described) ITC injury determination due no later than 45 days after this final determination Source: Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/van-type-trailers-and-subassemblies-thereof-from-the-peoples-republic-of-china-final-affirmative-determination-of-sales-at-less-than-fair-value/ Van-type trailers and subassemblies (China) — AD_CVD (Final determination – CVD) The Department of Commerce issued a final affirmative countervailing duty determination on van-type trailers and subassemblies from China for the period January 1, 2024, through December 31, 2024. Following the withdrawal of participation by the sole mandatory respondent (CIMC), Commerce applied total adverse facts available (AFA) and assigned the same AFA-based rate to all others. Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration Policy Type: AD_CVD Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY China Indicator: EXPLICIT Investigation No.: C-570-218 Final subsidy rates (percent ad valorem): CIMC Baowell Industries Co., Ltd. and Qingdao CIMC Reefer Trailer Co., Ltd.: 134.75 (AFA); Non-Responsive Companies: 134.75 (AFA); All Others: 134.75 Applicable date: August 31, 2026 POI: January 1, 2024–December 31, 2024 Suspension of liquidation and cash deposits: effective June 5, 2026 (preliminary determination publication date) Third-country entry reporting (Canada): C-122-218 (for entries via Canada; only the Chinese subassembly portion subject to China CVD as described) ITC injury determination to follow within 45 days of this final determination Source: Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/van-type-trailers-and-subassemblies-thereof-from-the-peoples-republic-of-china-final-affirmative-countervailing-duty-determination/ Circular welded carbon-quality steel pipe (UAE) — AD/CVD (CIT decision; amended final results) The U.S. Court of International Trade issued a final judgment on August 19, 2026, sustaining Commerce’s second remand results in the 2020–2021 AD administrative review of circular welded carbon-quality steel pipe from the United Arab Emirates. Commerce is amending the final results for Universal Tube and Plastic Industries, Ltd.; THL Tube and Pipe Industries LLC; and KHK Scaffolding and Formwork LLC, revising the weighted-average dumping margin from 2.63% to 3.64%. Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration Policy Type: AD_CVD Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY Case No.: A-520-807; Court No. 23-00113 Period of review: December 1, 2020–November 30, 2021 CIT final judgment date: August 19, 2026 Applicable date: August 29, 2026 Amended final results margin for Universal: 3.64% (from 2.63%) Timken notice published; current cash deposit rate not affected due to a superseding rate Source: Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/circular-welded-carbon-quality-steel-pipe-from-the-united-arab-emirates-notice-of-court-decision-not-in-harmony-with-the-results-of-antidumping-administrative-review-notice-of-amended-final-results/ Department of the Treasury (Office of Foreign Assets Control) SDN updates — Sanctions listing/unlisting (Sanctions actions under E.O. 13224) OFAC announced removals from, and additions to, the Specially Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons List pursuant to Executive Order 13224, as amended by Executive Order 13886. Unblocked parties were removed from the SDN List, while newly designated persons were added; property and interests in property of designated persons within U.S. jurisdiction are blocked, and U.S. persons are generally prohibited from transactions with them. Authority: DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY, Office of Foreign Assets Control Policy Type: SANCTIONS_LISTING Event Type: SANCTIONS Legal basis: Executive Order 13224, as amended by Executive Order 13886 Action dates: August 24, 2026 (unblocking/removals); additional listings announced same notice Source: Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/notice-of-ofac-sanctions-actions-15/ SDN designations — Palestine Action; Masar Badil; associated persons (Sanctions designations under E.O. 13224) OFAC designated entities and individuals under Executive Order 13224, as amended, including Palestine Action, Autistici Inventati, and Masar Badil, as well as specified individuals linked to Masar Badil. As a result, all property and interests in property of these persons subject to U.S. jurisdiction are blocked, and U.S. persons are generally prohibited from dealings with them. Authority: DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY, Office of Foreign Assets Control Policy Type: SANCTIONS_LISTING Event Type: SANCTIONS Legal basis: Executive Order 13224, as amended by Executive Order 13886 Action date: August 26, 2026 Source: Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/notice-of-ofac-sanctions-action-28/ 3) Key Takeaways (Factual) Commerce issued final affirmative AD and CVD determinations on van-type trailers and subassemblies from China, with AFA-based rates and continued suspension of liquidation from the preliminary determination dates. The AD determination covered POI April–September 2025; the CVD determination covered calendar year 2024. Commerce established third-country case numbers in ACE for entries via Canada related to Chinese subassemblies for both AD (A-122-219) and CVD (C-122-218). The ITC’s final injury determinations for the van-type trailers cases are due within 45 days of Commerce’s final determinations. OFAC updated the SDN List by both removing and newly designating persons under E.O. 13224, resulting in blocked property for designated parties. 4) Full Source Links (Index) https://lawyerfanzhang.com/van-type-trailers-and-subassemblies-thereof-from-the-peoples-republic-of-china-final-affirmative-determination-of-sales-at-less-than-fair-value/ (Van-type trailers — AD final) https://lawyerfanzhang.com/van-type-trailers-and-subassemblies-thereof-from-the-peoples-republic-of-china-final-affirmative-countervailing-duty-determination/ (Van-type trailers — CVD final) https://lawyerfanzhang.com/circular-welded-carbon-quality-steel-pipe-from-the-united-arab-emirates-notice-of-court-decision-not-in-harmony-with-the-results-of-antidumping-administrative-review-notice-of-amended-final-results/ (UAE CWP — CIT decision/amended results) https://lawyerfanzhang.com/notice-of-ofac-sanctions-actions-15/ (OFAC — SDN listing/unlisting) https://lawyerfanzhang.com/notice-of-ofac-sanctions-action-28/ (OFAC — SDN designations) 5) Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected and summarized from publicly available U.S. government materials, including the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content presented is not an official government publication and does not represent the views
US Highlights 2026-08-28
US–China Trade Daily Hightlights | 2026-08-28 1) Executive Summary – Today’s brief covers 4 events. The primary authority involved is the Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration (DOC/ITA). Actions include antidumping/countervailing duty (AD/CVD) scope and review determinations, court-driven amendments under Timken, and reopening of an administrative review based on potential fraud. Proceedings involve commodities such as butt-weld pipe fittings, hardwood plywood, hot-rolled steel, and wire rod, with two items explicitly China-related. 2) Updates by Authority DOC (Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration) – Headline (one line, bold):Carbon steel butt-weld pipe fittings — AD/CVD (TRADE_REMEDY) Summary:The U.S. Court of International Trade (CIT) sustained Commerce’s second remand in a covered merchandise inquiry for the AD order on certain carbon steel butt-weld pipe fittings from China. Commerce is amending its determination to find that products cut to length and formed into the rough shape of a butt-weld pipe fitting in China are “unfinished” fittings covered by the Order, and that subsequent processing in Vietnam does not remove them from the scope. Commerce will instruct CBP to suspend liquidation and require cash deposits for such entries. Key Details:– Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration– Policy Type: AD_CVD– Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY– China Indicator: EXPLICIT– Investigation/order identifier: A-570-814– Court case: Tube Forgings of America, Inc. and Mills Iron Works, Inc. v. United States, Consol. Court No. 23-00231; CIT Slip Op. 26-83 (July 29, 2026)– Key dates: CIT final judgment July 29, 2026; Applicable August 8, 2026– Action: Amended covered merchandise determination; CBP to suspend liquidation and require cash deposits at the appropriate rate Source:– Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/certain-carbon-steel-butt-weld-pipe-fittings-from-the-peoples-republic-of-china-notice-of-court-decision-not-in-harmony-with-final-covered-merchandise-determination-and-notice-of-amended-covered-mer/ – Headline (one line, bold):Hardwood plywood — AD/CVD (TRADE_REMEDY) Summary:Commerce finalized no-shipments determinations in the AD and CVD administrative reviews of certain hardwood plywood products from China for one producer during the PORs June 17, 2020–September 25, 2021, and January 1, 2024–December 31, 2024. Commerce continues to find that Hai Hien Bamboo Wood Joint Stock Company made no shipments of subject merchandise during the PORs and will instruct CBP to liquidate those entries without regard to AD/CVD. Key Details:– Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration– Policy Type: AD_CVD– Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY– China Indicator: EXPLICIT– Investigations/orders: A-570-051; C-570-052– Parties/filings: Taraca Pacific Inc. submitted a case brief; Hai Hien certification on non-subject plywood– Key dates: Applicable August 28, 2026; CBP assessment instructions no earlier than 35 days after publication– Action: Final no-shipments determination; instructions to CBP to liquidate entries without AD/CVD for Hai Hien Source:– Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/certain-hardwood-plywood-products-from-the-peoples-republic-of-china-final-determinations-of-no-shipments-in-the-antidumping-and-countervailing-duty-administrative-reviews-2024-2020-2021/ – Headline (one line, bold):Hot-rolled steel flat products (Japan) — AD/CVD (TRADE_REMEDY) Summary:The CIT sustained Commerce’s second remand results in the 2018–2019 AD administrative review of hot-rolled steel flat products from Japan. Commerce is amending the final results to reflect a weighted-average dumping margin of 10.12 percent for Nippon Steel Corporation; current cash deposit instructions for Nippon Steel remain unchanged due to a superseding rate. Key Details:– Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration– Policy Type: AD_CVD– Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY– Investigation/order identifier: A-588-874– Court case: Nippon Steel Corporation v. United States, Consol. Court No. 21-00533; CIT final judgment April 8, 2026– Key dates: Applicable April 18, 2026– Action: Amended final results to 10.12 percent for Nippon Steel; assessment instructions to CBP to follow Source:– Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/certain-hot-rolled-steel-flat-products-from-japan-notice-of-court-decision-not-in-harmony-with-the-results-of-antidumping-administrative-review-notice-of-amended-final-results/ – Headline (one line, bold):Carbon and alloy steel wire rod (Korea) — AD/CVD (TRADE_REMEDY) Summary:Commerce is reopening and reconsidering the 2023–2024 AD administrative review of carbon and alloy steel wire rod from Korea for POSCO/POSCO International Corporation in light of new evidence indicating possible fraud affecting the integrity of the final results. Commerce will suspend liquidation of entries covered by the 2023–2024 review during reconsideration and will outline procedural steps in a forthcoming memorandum. Key Details:– Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration– Policy Type: AD_CVD– Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY– Investigation/order identifier: A-580-891– Key dates: Applicable August 28, 2026– Action: Reopening record; suspending liquidation; potential updates to assessment and cash deposit instructions after reconsideration Source:– Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/carbon-and-alloy-steel-wire-rod-from-the-republic-of-korea-notice-of-reopening-of-and-intent-to-reconsider-the-final-results-of-antidumping-duty-administrative-review-2023-2024/ 3) Key Takeaways (Factual) – Commerce amended its covered merchandise determination for Chinese butt-weld pipe fittings following a CIT decision, confirming that rough shapes formed in China and further processed in Vietnam remain within the AD order’s scope. – Commerce issued final no-shipments findings for one producer in the AD and CVD reviews of certain hardwood plywood from China for the 2020–2021 and 2024 PORs, with instructions for CBP to liquidate applicable entries without AD/CVD. – Following a CIT judgment, Commerce amended the 2018–2019 AD review results for hot-rolled steel from Japan, setting Nippon Steel’s margin at 10.12 percent. – Commerce is reopening the 2023–2024 AD review of wire rod from Korea due to new evidence of possible fraud and will suspend liquidation of entries during reconsideration. 4) Full Source Links (Index) – https://lawyerfanzhang.com/certain-carbon-steel-butt-weld-pipe-fittings-from-the-peoples-republic-of-china-notice-of-court-decision-not-in-harmony-with-final-covered-merchandise-determination-and-notice-of-amended-covered-mer/ (Pipe fittings CMI/CIT) – https://lawyerfanzhang.com/certain-hardwood-plywood-products-from-the-peoples-republic-of-china-final-determinations-of-no-shipments-in-the-antidumping-and-countervailing-duty-administrative-reviews-2024-2020-2021/ (Hardwood plywood no shipments) – https://lawyerfanzhang.com/certain-hot-rolled-steel-flat-products-from-japan-notice-of-court-decision-not-in-harmony-with-the-results-of-antidumping-administrative-review-notice-of-amended-final-results/ (Japan HRS CIT/amendment) – https://lawyerfanzhang.com/carbon-and-alloy-steel-wire-rod-from-the-republic-of-korea-notice-of-reopening-of-and-intent-to-reconsider-the-final-results-of-antidumping-duty-administrative-review-2023-2024/ (Korea wire rod reopening) 5) Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected and summarized from publicly available U.S. government materials, including the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content presented is not an official government publication and does not represent the views of any U.S. government authority. This article is provided for informational and research purposes only and does not constitute legal advice, compliance advice, or recommendations for any specific entity or transaction. Readers should refer to the original official documents and consult qualified professionals before making decisions based on this information.
US Highlights 2026-08-27
US–China Trade Daily Hightlights | 2026-08-27 1) Executive Summary – Four events are covered today. The main authorities involved are the U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) and the Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC). Policy instruments include Section 337 proceedings (unfair competition and public interest solicitation) and OFAC sanctions actions (publication of general licenses and a sector determination under Executive Order 13902). Each event’s source link (MYLink) is included for reference. 2) Updates by Authority INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION Headline (one line, bold):Melanoma predictive and prognostic tests — ITC_337 (TRADE_REMEDY) Summary:The USITC instituted Investigation No. 337-TA-1519 based on a July 10, 2026 complaint by Castle Biosciences, Inc., alleging violations of Section 337(a)(1)(A) through unfair competition via false and misleading advertising involving certain melanoma predictive and prognostic tests and components. The Commission defined the accused products as melanoma predictive and prognostic CP-GEP tests and related components, and the complainant seeks a limited exclusion order and cease and desist orders. The presiding Administrative Law Judge will take evidence on statutory public interest factors. Key Details:– Authority: INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION– Policy Type: ITC_337– Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY– Key identifiers: Investigation No. 337-TA-1519; accused products described as “melanoma predictive and prognostic CP-GEP tests and related components”– Key dates: Complaint filed July 10, 2026; investigation instituted August 25, 2026; Federal Register notice published August 27, 2026; respondent responses due 20 days after service– Requested remedies: Limited exclusion order; cease and desist orders Source:– Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/certain-melanoma-predictive-and-prognostic-tests-and-components-thereof-notice-of-institution-of-investigation/ Headline (one line, bold):Powered rocker-recliner and glider-recliner mechanisms — ITC_337 (TRADE_REMEDY) Summary:The USITC received a complaint titled “Certain Powered Rocker-Recliner and Glider-Recliner Mechanisms and Seating Units Containing Same,” DN 3933, and is soliciting public interest comments on the requested relief. The complainants request a limited exclusion order, cease and desist orders, and a bond during the 60-day Presidential review period. Named respondents include entities in China, Hong Kong, Singapore, Vietnam, and the United States. Key Details:– Authority: INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION– Policy Type: ITC_337– Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY– China Indicator: EXPLICIT– Key identifiers: Docket No. 3933 (DN 3933)– Key dates: Complaint filed August 24, 2026; Federal Register notice published August 27, 2026; public interest comments due by close of business eight calendar days after publication; replies due three calendar days after initial submissions; submissions limited to five pages– Requested remedies: Limited exclusion order; cease and desist orders; bond during Presidential review period pursuant to 19 U.S.C. 1337(e)(1) and (f)(1) Source:– Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/notice-of-receipt-of-complaint-solicitation-of-comments-relating-to-the-public-interest-39/ DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY, Office of Foreign Assets Control Headline (one line, bold):Iran-related General Licenses AA and BB — SANCTIONS_LISTING (SANCTIONS) Summary:OFAC published two Iran-related web general licenses, GL AA and GL BB, previously made available on its website. GL AA authorizes, through 12:01 a.m. EDT on October 23, 2026, certain wind-down or maintenance transactions otherwise prohibited by E.O. 13902 involving La Nivernaise De Raffinage SAS and entities it owns 50 percent or more. GL BB authorizes, through 12:01 a.m. EDT on September 8, 2026, certain wind-down transactions previously authorized under specified ITSR general licenses, with payments to blocked persons required to be placed in blocked U.S. accounts. Key Details:– Authority: DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY, Office of Foreign Assets Control– Policy Type: SANCTIONS_LISTING– Event Type: SANCTIONS– Key dates: GLs AA and BB issued August 24, 2026; GL AA valid through October 23, 2026 (12:01 a.m. EDT); GL BB valid through September 8, 2026 (12:01 a.m. EDT)– Scope highlights: GL AA covers wind down/maintenance under E.O. 13902 for specified blocked persons; GL BB covers wind down for activities previously authorized under 31 CFR 560.544, 560.550, 560.554, and Iran General Licenses F and G Source:– Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/publication-of-iran-related-web-general-licenses-aa-and-bb/ Headline (one line, bold):Determination under E.O. 13902: aviation, digital asset, gold, shipping, technology sectors — SANCTIONS_LISTING (SANCTIONS) Summary:OFAC published a determination, previously issued on its website, applying section 1(a)(i) of E.O. 13902 to the aviation, digital asset, gold, shipping, and technology sectors of the Iranian economy. Persons determined to operate in these sectors are subject to sanctions under E.O. 13902. The determination was effective upon issuance. Key Details:– Authority: DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY, Office of Foreign Assets Control– Policy Type: SANCTIONS_LISTING– Event Type: SANCTIONS– Key dates: Determination issued and effective August 24, 2026– Legal basis: Executive Order 13902; 31 CFR 560.802 Source:– Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/publication-of-a-determination-issued-pursuant-to-executive-order-13902/ 3) Key Takeaways (Factual) – The USITC instituted a Section 337 investigation (337-TA-1519) concerning melanoma predictive and prognostic CP-GEP tests, alleging unfair acts via false advertising and seeking exclusionary remedies. – The USITC is soliciting public interest comments in a new Section 337 complaint (DN 3933) on powered rocker-recliner and glider-recliner mechanisms; named respondents include several China-based entities. – OFAC published Iran-related General Licenses AA and BB, providing limited wind-down authorizations through September 8 and October 23, 2026, respectively, under E.O. 13902 and the ITSR. – OFAC issued a determination applying E.O. 13902 to the aviation, digital asset, gold, shipping, and technology sectors of the Iranian economy, effective August 24, 2026. 4) Full Source Links (Index) – https://lawyerfanzhang.com/certain-melanoma-predictive-and-prognostic-tests-and-components-thereof-notice-of-institution-of-investigation/ (Melanoma tests — ITC 337 institution) – https://lawyerfanzhang.com/notice-of-receipt-of-complaint-solicitation-of-comments-relating-to-the-public-interest-39/ (Recliner mechanisms — ITC public interest comments) – https://lawyerfanzhang.com/publication-of-iran-related-web-general-licenses-aa-and-bb/ (OFAC GLs AA and BB) – https://lawyerfanzhang.com/publication-of-a-determination-issued-pursuant-to-executive-order-13902/ (OFAC sector determination under E.O. 13902) 5) Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected and summarized from publicly available U.S. government materials, including the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content presented is not an official government publication and does not represent the views of any U.S. government authority. This article is provided for informational and research purposes only and does not constitute legal advice, compliance advice, or recommendations for any specific entity or transaction. Readers should refer to the original official documents and consult qualified professionals before making decisions based on this information.
US Highlights 2026-08-25
US–China Trade Daily Hightlights | 2026-08-25 Executive Summary Today’s brief covers 6 events from the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) and the Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC). ITC actions include a Section 337 investigation termination, a new Section 337 complaint with a public interest solicitation, and expedited five-year (sunset) reviews of antidumping and countervailing duty orders on steel grating from China. OFAC published multiple SDN List additions under Executive Orders addressing counterterrorism, illicit drugs, and Venezuela sanctions. Policy tools involved are AD/CVD, Section 337, and sanctions listings. Updates by Authority ITC (U.S. International Trade Commission) Liquid Crystal Display Devices — ITC_337 (TRADE_REMEDY) Summary:The Commission determined not to review the administrative law judge’s Initial Determination (Order No. 30) terminating the Section 337 investigation based on withdrawal of the complaint. As a result, Investigation No. 337-TA-1462 is terminated. Key Details (bullets): Authority: INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION Policy Type: ITC_337 Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY China Indicator: EXPLICIT Key identifiers: Investigation No. 337-TA-1462; Order No. 30; FR Doc. 2026-17295 Key dates: Commission vote August 20, 2026; Issued August 21, 2026; Federal Register publication August 25, 2026 Source: – Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/certain-liquid-crystal-display-devices-components-thereof-and-products-containing-the-same-notice-of-a-commission-determination-not-to-review-an-initial-determination-terminating-the-investigation/ Wearable Breast Pumps and Components — ITC_337 (TRADE_REMEDY) Summary:ITC received a complaint titled “Certain Wearable Breast Pumps, Associated Milk Storage Containers, and Components Thereof,” DN 3932, and solicits public interest comments. The complainant seeks a limited exclusion order, cease and desist orders, and a bond during the 60-day Presidential review period. Key Details (bullets): Authority: INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION Policy Type: ITC_337 Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY China Indicator: EXPLICIT Key identifiers: Docket No. 3932; FR Doc. 2026-17272 Key dates: Complaint filed August 20, 2026; Written submissions due no later than close of business eight calendar days after publication; Replies due three calendar days after initial submissions; Federal Register publication August 25, 2026 Source: – Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/notice-of-receipt-of-complaint-solicitation-of-comments-relating-to-the-public-interest-38/ Steel Grating — AD/CVD (TRADE_REMEDY) Summary:ITC scheduled expedited third five-year reviews to determine whether revocation of the antidumping and countervailing duty orders on steel grating from China would likely lead to continuation or recurrence of material injury within a reasonably foreseeable time. The Commission found the domestic response adequate and the respondent response inadequate and will conduct expedited reviews; the review period may be extended by up to 90 days as extraordinarily complicated. Key Details (bullets): Authority: INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION Policy Type: AD_CVD Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY China Indicator: EXPLICIT Key identifiers: Investigation Nos. 701-TA-465 and 731-TA-1161 (Third Review); FR Doc. 2026-17261 Key dates: Determination to expedite dated August 4, 2026; Staff report to APO parties October 14, 2026; Comments due October 21, 2026; Issued August 20, 2026; Federal Register publication August 25, 2026 Source: – Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/steel-grating-from-china-scheduling-of-expedited-five-year-reviews/ OFAC (Office of Foreign Assets Control, U.S. Department of the Treasury) Hizballah/IRGC-QF-Related Designations — SANCTIONS_LISTING (SANCTIONS) Summary:OFAC added multiple individuals and an entity to the SDN List pursuant to Executive Order 13224, as amended, for support to Hizballah and the IRGC-Qods Force. All property and interests in property subject to U.S. jurisdiction are blocked, and U.S. persons are generally prohibited from transactions with these designees. Key Details (bullets): Authority: DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY, Office of Foreign Assets Control Policy Type: SANCTIONS_LISTING Event Type: SANCTIONS Key identifiers: Executive Order 13224 (as amended by E.O. 13886); FR Doc. 2026-17332 Key dates: Action issued August 20, 2026; Federal Register publication August 25, 2026 Source: – Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/notice-of-ofac-sanctions-action-25/ Illicit Drug Trafficking (Ecuador) Designations and Vessels — SANCTIONS_LISTING (SANCTIONS) Summary:OFAC designated individuals, entities, and fishing vessels under Executive Order 14059 for involvement in the global illicit drug trade, and also made related designations under Executive Order 13224, as amended. The vessels were identified as property in which blocked persons have an interest. Key Details (bullets): Authority: DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY, Office of Foreign Assets Control Policy Type: SANCTIONS_LISTING Event Type: SANCTIONS Key identifiers: Executive Order 14059; Executive Order 13224 (as amended); FR Doc. 2026-17265 Key dates: Action issued August 20, 2026; Federal Register publication August 25, 2026 Source: – Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/notice-of-ofac-sanctions-action-26/ Venezuela Oil Sector Entity — SANCTIONS_LISTING (SANCTIONS) Summary:OFAC designated one entity, Bluwaves Properties Limited, under Executive Order 13850 for operating in the oil sector of the Venezuelan economy. Property and interests in property subject to U.S. jurisdiction are blocked, and U.S. persons are generally prohibited from dealings. Key Details (bullets): Authority: DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY, Office of Foreign Assets Control Policy Type: SANCTIONS_LISTING Event Type: SANCTIONS Key identifiers: Executive Order 13850; FR Doc. 2026-17263 Key dates: Action issued August 7, 2026; Federal Register publication August 25, 2026 Source: – Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/notice-of-ofac-sanctions-action-27/ Key Takeaways (Factual) ITC terminated Section 337 Investigation No. 337-TA-1462 on certain liquid crystal display devices following withdrawal of the complaint. ITC is soliciting public interest comments on a new Section 337 complaint involving wearable breast pumps, with short submission deadlines following publication. ITC scheduled expedited third sunset reviews of AD/CVD orders on steel grating from China, with a staff report to APO parties due October 14, 2026 and comments due October 21, 2026. OFAC published counterterrorism designations under E.O. 13224, including individuals linked to Hizballah and the IRGC-QF. OFAC also issued sanctions under E.O. 14059 targeting illicit drug networks in Ecuador (including vessels) and designated a Venezuela oil-sector entity under E.O. 13850. Full Source Links (Index) https://lawyerfanzhang.com/certain-liquid-crystal-display-devices-components-thereof-and-products-containing-the-same-notice-of-a-commission-determination-not-to-review-an-initial-determination-terminating-the-investigation/ (ITC 337 LCD termination) https://lawyerfanzhang.com/notice-of-receipt-of-complaint-solicitation-of-comments-relating-to-the-public-interest-38/ (ITC 337 breast pumps public interest) https://lawyerfanzhang.com/steel-grating-from-china-scheduling-of-expedited-five-year-reviews/ (ITC steel grating China reviews) https://lawyerfanzhang.com/notice-of-ofac-sanctions-action-25/ (OFAC terrorism designations) https://lawyerfanzhang.com/notice-of-ofac-sanctions-action-26/ (OFAC illicit drugs/vessels Ecuador) https://lawyerfanzhang.com/notice-of-ofac-sanctions-action-27/ (OFAC Venezuela oil) Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected and summarized from publicly available U.S. government materials, including the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content presented is not an official government publication and does not represent the views of any U.S. government authority. This article is provided for informational and research purposes only and does not constitute legal advice, compliance advice, or recommendations for any specific entity or transaction. Readers should refer to the original official documents and consult qualified professionals before making decisions based on this information.
US Highlights 2026-08-24
US–China Trade Daily Hightlights | 2026-08-24 1) Executive Summary Today’s brief covers three events involving the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) and the Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS). Actions include a Section 337 investigation at the ITC and two BIS final rules amending the Entity List under the Export Administration Regulations. Policy tools featured are Section 337 (unfair import investigations) and export controls (Entity List modifications). Two items explicitly reference China or Hong Kong; one pertains to Turkey. 2) Updates by Authority ITC (U.S. International Trade Commission) – Headline (one line, bold):Secondary cylindrical batteries — ITC_337 (TRADE_REMEDY) Summary:The ITC instituted Investigation No. 337-TA-1518 based on a complaint by LG Energy Solution Ltd. and LG Energy Solution Arizona, Inc. alleging violations of Section 337 concerning certain secondary (rechargeable) cylindrical batteries, components, and products containing the same. The complaint alleges infringement of specified claims of U.S. Patent Nos. 8,420,257; 11,749,866; 12,412,924; 12,412,965; and 12,646,735, and asserts a domestic industry is in the process of being established. The complainants request a limited exclusion order and cease and desist orders; the Office of Unfair Import Investigations will not participate. Key Details: Authority: INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION Policy Type: ITC_337 Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY China Indicator: EXPLICIT Key identifiers: Investigation No. 337-TA-1518 Scope description: “Secondary (i.e., rechargeable) cylindrical batteries, components thereof (e.g., top cap assembly, electrode windings, separator, battery housings, and assemblies thereof), and products containing the same” Respondents (selected): EVE Energy Co., Ltd. (China); EVE Energy North America Corporation; EVE Energy U.S. Holding LLC; Robert Bosch GmbH; Robert Bosch Tool Corporation; Koki Holdings Co., Ltd.; Koki Holdings America Ltd.; Chervon (China) Trading Co., Ltd.; Nanjing Chervon Industry Co., Ltd.; Chervon North America, Inc. Key dates: Complaint filed July 21, 2026; supplement filed August 5, 2026; investigation instituted August 20, 2026; Federal Register notice published August 24, 2026 Source:– Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/certain-secondary-cylindrical-batteries-components-thereof-and-products-containing-the-same-notice-of-institution-of-investigation/ BIS (Bureau of Industry and Security, Department of Commerce) – Headline (one line, bold):Arrow Electronics (Hong Kong) Co., Ltd. — Export Administration (EXPORT_CONTROL) Summary:BIS issued a final rule revising the Entity List by removing two addresses associated with Arrow Electronics (Hong Kong) Co., Ltd. under the destination of China. This action follows BIS’s November 2025 removal of Arrow China Electronics Trading Co., Ltd. and six aliases for Arrow Electronics (Hong Kong) Co., Ltd. Key Details: Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, Bureau of Industry and Security Policy Type: EXPORT_ADMIN Event Type: EXPORT_CONTROL China Indicator: EXPLICIT Key identifiers: Docket No. 260818-0014; RIN 0694-AK49 Effective date: August 21, 2026 Source:– Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/revisions-to-the-entity-list-3/ – Headline (one line, bold):Atempo Proje Taahhüt Ses ve Görüntü Sistemleri A.Ş. İstanbul Şubesi (Turkey) — Export Administration (EXPORT_CONTROL) Summary:BIS issued a final rule removing one entity, Atempo Proje Taahhüt Ses ve Görüntü Sistemleri Anonim Şirketi İstanbul Şubesi (Bülent Ecevit Bulvarı), from the Entity List under the destination of Turkey. The removal followed End-User Review Committee procedures under the EAR. Key Details: Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, Bureau of Industry and Security Policy Type: EXPORT_ADMIN Event Type: EXPORT_CONTROL Key identifiers: Docket No. 260818-0012; RIN 0694-AK52 Effective date: August 21, 2026 Source:– Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/removal-from-the-entity-list/ 3) Key Takeaways (Factual) The ITC instituted a Section 337 investigation into certain secondary cylindrical batteries and components following an LG Energy Solution complaint; requested remedies include a limited exclusion order and cease and desist orders. Named respondents in the ITC case include entities in China and the United States, with a defined scope covering rechargeable cylindrical batteries and assemblies. BIS revised the Entity List by removing two addresses tied to Arrow Electronics (Hong Kong) Co., Ltd. under China, effective August 21, 2026. BIS also removed one entity under Turkey from the Entity List, effective August 21, 2026. 4) Full Source Links (Index) https://lawyerfanzhang.com/certain-secondary-cylindrical-batteries-components-thereof-and-products-containing-the-same-notice-of-institution-of-investigation/ (Secondary cylindrical batteries — ITC 337) https://lawyerfanzhang.com/revisions-to-the-entity-list-3/ (Arrow Electronics (Hong Kong) — Entity List addresses) https://lawyerfanzhang.com/removal-from-the-entity-list/ (Turkey entity — Entity List removal) 5) Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected and summarized from publicly available U.S. government materials, including the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content presented is not an official government publication and does not represent the views of any U.S. government authority. This article is provided for informational and research purposes only and does not constitute legal advice, compliance advice, or recommendations for any specific entity or transaction. Readers should refer to the original official documents and consult qualified professionals before making decisions based on this information.
US Highlights 2026-08-20
US–China Trade Daily Hightlights | 2026-08-20 1) Executive Summary – Today’s brief covers 6 events involving the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) and the U.S. Department of Commerce’s International Trade Administration (DOC/ITA). Actions include Section 337 procedural developments and multiple antidumping/countervailing duty (AD/CVD) outcomes. The ITC requested public interest submissions in one investigation and solicited comments upon receipt of a new complaint. Commerce issued final results in two AD administrative reviews, corrected an initiation notice to add two reviews, and continued AD/CVD orders on certain large vertical shaft engines from China following sunset reviews. 2) Updates by Authority ITC (U.S. International Trade Commission) Headline (one line, bold):Wireless communications devices — ITC_337 (TRADE_REMEDY) Summary: – The presiding ALJ issued an Initial Determination on violation of Section 337 and a Recommended Determination on remedy and bonding on August 14, 2026, in Inv. No. 337-TA-1429. The Commission is inviting public interest submissions addressing the recommended relief, which includes a limited exclusion order and cease and desist orders directed to Lenovo (United States) Inc. and Dell entities, should the Commission find a violation. Comments are limited to five pages and must address public health and welfare, competitive conditions, U.S. production of like articles, and consumer impact. Key Details: – Authority: INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION– Policy Type: ITC_337– Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY– Key identifiers: Investigation No. 337-TA-1429– Key dates: ALJ Initial Determination and Recommended Determination issued August 14, 2026; written submissions due by close of business on September 15, 2026; Federal Register notice issued August 18, 2026; published August 20, 2026– Scope of requested relief: Limited exclusion order and cease and desist orders for certain wireless communications devices and components thereof imported/sold by Dell and Lenovo Source: – Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/certain-wireless-communications-devices-and-components-thereof-notice-of-request-for-submissions-on-the-public-interest/ Headline (one line, bold):Electronic devices with audio technologies — ITC_337 (TRADE_REMEDY) Summary: – The ITC received a complaint titled “Certain Electronic Devices with Certain Audio Technologies,” DN 3931, filed by BoomCloud 360 Inc. on August 14, 2026. The complaint alleges Section 337 violations involving imports by Apple, Samsung entities, and Google and seeks a limited exclusion order, cease and desist orders, and a bond during the Presidential review period. The Commission solicits public interest comments (five-page limit) on potential effects of the requested relief on U.S. health and welfare, competition, domestic production of like articles, and consumers. Key Details: – Authority: INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION– Policy Type: ITC_337– Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY– Key identifiers: Docket No. 3931– Key dates: Complaint filed August 14, 2026; initial public interest comments due no later than eight calendar days after publication (five-page limit)– Respondents named: Apple, Inc.; Samsung Electronics America Co., LTD; Samsung Electronics America, Inc.; Google LLC Source: – Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/notice-of-receipt-of-complaint-solicitation-of-comments-relating-to-the-public-interest-37/ DOC (U.S. Department of Commerce — International Trade Administration) Headline (one line, bold):PC Strand (Malaysia) and Boltless Steel Shelving (Vietnam) — AD/CVD (TRADE_REMEDY) Summary: – Commerce corrected its August 10, 2026 initiation of AD/CVD administrative reviews to include Prestressed Concrete Steel Wire Strand from Malaysia (A-557-819) and Boltless Steel Shelving Units Prepackaged for Sale from Vietnam (A-552-835), along with the companies under review. The periods of review are June 1, 2025 through May 31, 2026. Key Details: – Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration– Policy Type: AD_CVD– Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY– Key identifiers: A-557-819 (Malaysia PC Strand); A-552-835 (Vietnam Boltless Steel Shelving)– Key dates: Applicable August 20, 2026; original initiation published August 10, 2026– Companies added: As listed in the notice for each country/order Source: – Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/initiation-of-antidumping-and-countervailing-duty-administrative-reviews-correction-3/ Headline (one line, bold):Light-walled rectangular pipe and tube (Mexico) — AD_CVD (TRADE_REMEDY) Summary: – Commerce issued final results of the AD administrative review, finding sales at less than normal value during the POR August 1, 2023–July 31, 2024. Final weighted-average dumping margins were calculated for mandatory respondents and a review-specific rate assigned to non-selected companies based on those results; cash deposit and assessment instructions will follow per regulation. Key Details: – Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration– Policy Type: AD_CVD– Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY– Key identifiers: A-201-836– Key dates: Applicable August 20, 2026; preliminary results published February 23, 2026; deadline for final results extended to August 14, 2026– POR: August 1, 2023–July 31, 2024– Select company margins (percent): Perfiles LM, S.A. de C.V. (10.23); Regiomontana de Perfiles y Tubos S. de R.L. de C.V. (6.36); non-selected companies (8.16) Source: – Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/light-walled-rectangular-pipe-and-tube-from-mexico-final-results-of-antidumping-duty-administrative-review-2023-2024/ Headline (one line, bold):Stainless steel flanges (India) — AD_CVD (TRADE_REMEDY) Summary: – Commerce finalized the AD administrative review for the POR October 1, 2023–September 30, 2024, finding sales below normal value. Chandan Steel Limited received a 0.60 percent margin; a collective entity (BFN/Viraj) received 50.72 percent; non-selected companies were assigned 0.60 percent consistent with statute and practice. Key Details: – Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration– Policy Type: AD_CVD– Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY– Key identifiers: A-533-877– Key dates: Applicable August 20, 2026; preliminary results published February 18, 2026; final deadline extended to August 17, 2026– POR: October 1, 2023–September 30, 2024– Select margins (percent): Chandan Steel Limited (0.60); BFN/Viraj collective entity (50.72); companies not selected (0.60) Source: – Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/stainless-steel-flanges-from-india-final-results-of-antidumping-duty-administrative-review-2023-2024/ Headline (one line, bold):Large vertical shaft engines (China) — AD/CVD (TRADE_REMEDY) Summary: – Following first five-year (sunset) reviews, Commerce is continuing the AD order (A-570-119) and CVD order (C-570-120) on certain large vertical shaft engines between 225cc and 999cc, and parts thereof, from China. Commerce and the ITC determined that revoking the orders would likely lead to continuation or recurrence of dumping, countervailable subsidies, and material injury; cash deposit collection will continue at current rates. Key Details: – Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration– Policy Type: AD_CVD– Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY– China Indicator: EXPLICIT– Key identifiers: A-570-119; C-570-120– Key dates: Effective August 11, 2026; ITC final injury determination published August 11, 2026; orders originally published March 4, 2021 Source: – Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/certain-large-vertical-shaft-engines-between-225cc-and-999cc-and-parts-thereof-from-the-peoples-republic-of-china-continuation-of-antidumping-duty-order-and-countervailing-duty-order/ 3) Key Takeaways (Factual) – The ITC advanced two Section 337 matters: seeking public interest submissions after an Initial Determination in a wireless communications devices case (potential remedies targeting Lenovo and Dell) and soliciting comments upon receipt of a new audio technologies complaint naming Apple, Samsung, and Google.
US Highlights 2026-08-19
US–China Trade Daily Hightlights | 2026-08-19 1) Executive Summary – Today’s brief covers 3 events from the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) and the Department of Commerce’s International Trade Administration (DOC/ITA). – The policy tools featured include Section 337 investigations, countervailing duty (CVD) administrative review amendments following court judgment, and procedural updates for Section 232-related tariff submissions under USMCA. – Actions include the ITC’s institution of a Section 337 investigation on transformer products, DOC’s amended CVD results for phosphate fertilizers from Russia pursuant to a CIT decision, and DOC’s alignment of USMCA automobile U.S.-content submission timelines with medium- and heavy-duty vehicle procedures. 2) Updates by Authority ITC (U.S. International Trade Commission) – Headline (one line, bold):Transformers and components — ITC_337 (TRADE_REMEDY) – Summary:The ITC instituted Investigation No. 337-TA-1517 based on a July 16, 2026 complaint by Ayr Energy, Inc. alleging violations of Section 337 involving certain transformers and components. Allegations include misappropriation of trade secrets, false advertising, unfair competition, trademark infringement, and false designation of origin. The complainant seeks a limited exclusion order and cease and desist orders. – Key Details (bullets): – Authority: INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION – Policy Type: ITC_337 – Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY – Key identifiers: Investigation No. 337-TA-1517 – Scope description: “Certain transformer products, including power transformers, inverter duty transformers, distribution transformers, and components thereof, such as core steel, windings, tanks, and insulation systems” – Key dates: Complaint filed July 16, 2026; Investigation instituted August 14, 2026; Issued August 17, 2026; Federal Register notice published August 19, 2026 – Source: – Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/certain-transformers-and-components-thereof-notice-of-institution-of-investigation/ DOC (Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration) – Headline (one line, bold):Phosphate fertilizers (Russia) — AD_CVD (TRADE_REMEDY) – Summary:Commerce announced that the U.S. Court of International Trade’s August 12, 2026 final judgment in Archer Daniels Midland Co v. United States is not in harmony with Commerce’s prior CVD administrative review results for phosphate fertilizers from Russia (POR: Nov 30, 2020–Dec 31, 2021). Commerce is amending the final results for Joint Stock Company Apatit (JSC Apatit), setting a total ad valorem subsidy rate of 22.86 percent. This notice fulfills Timken publication requirements and explains that current cash deposit instructions remain unchanged due to a superseding rate. – Key Details (bullets): – Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration – Policy Type: AD_CVD – Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY – Key identifiers: Case No. C-821-825; CIT Consol. Court No. 23-00239 – POR: November 30, 2020–December 31, 2021 – Amended rate: JSC Apatit at 22.86 percent ad valorem – Key dates: CIT final judgment August 12, 2026; Applicable August 22, 2026; Notice dated August 14, 2026; Federal Register publication August 19, 2026 – Source: – Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/phosphate-fertilizers-from-the-russian-federation-notice-of-court-decision-not-in-harmony-with-the-results-of-countervailing-duty-administrative-review-notice-of-amended-final-results/ – Headline (one line, bold):Automobiles under USMCA — PROCEDURAL_NOTICE (POLICY_NOTICE) – Summary:Commerce amended the procedures for importer submissions identifying U.S. content in automobiles qualifying for USMCA preferential treatment, aligning the automobile timeline with the medium- and heavy-duty vehicle schedule set under Proclamation 10984. Eligibility determinations will now generally apply for one-year periods (December 1 to November 30), with specified submission deadlines to ensure timely processing. – Key Details (bullets): – Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration – Policy Type: PROCEDURAL_NOTICE – Event Type: POLICY_NOTICE – Key identifiers: Docket No. 260811-0485; RIN 0625-XC062 – Submission start date: On or after August 19, 2026 – Validity and deadlines: Determinations for automobiles imported Dec 1, 2026–Nov 30, 2027; submissions due by Sept 30, 2026; For imports on/after Dec 1, 2027, submissions due by Sept 1 preceding the one-year period – Continuity: Prior determinations remain valid for vehicles imported before Dec 1, 2026 – Source: – Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/amending-procedures-for-submissions-by-importers-of-automobiles-qualifying-for-preferential-tariff-treatment-under-the-usmca-to-determine-u-s-content/ 3) Key Takeaways (Factual) – The ITC instituted Section 337 Investigation No. 337-TA-1517 concerning certain transformer products and components, following a complaint alleging multiple unfair acts. – Commerce amended the 2020–2021 CVD administrative review results for Russian phosphate fertilizers, setting JSC Apatit’s subsidy rate at 22.86 percent after the CIT sustained Commerce’s second remand. – The DOC aligned USMCA automobile U.S.-content submission procedures with medium- and heavy-duty vehicle timelines, moving to one-year validity windows running December 1–November 30. – The amended USMCA procedure sets near-term deadlines: Sept 30, 2026 for models imported on/after Dec 1, 2026; Sept 1 preceding the one-year period for later years. – Commerce’s Timken notice confirms the CIT decision is not in harmony with prior CVD results and outlines that existing cash deposit instructions remain unaffected due to a superseding rate. 4) Full Source Links (Index) – https://lawyerfanzhang.com/certain-transformers-and-components-thereof-notice-of-institution-of-investigation/ (Transformers — ITC 337 institution) – https://lawyerfanzhang.com/phosphate-fertilizers-from-the-russian-federation-notice-of-court-decision-not-in-harmony-with-the-results-of-countervailing-duty-administrative-review-notice-of-amended-final-results/ (Phosphate fertilizers — CVD amended results) – https://lawyerfanzhang.com/amending-procedures-for-submissions-by-importers-of-automobiles-qualifying-for-preferential-tariff-treatment-under-the-usmca-to-determine-u-s-content/ (USMCA autos — submission procedures) 5) Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected and summarized from publicly available U.S. government materials, including the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content presented is not an official government publication and does not represent the views of any U.S. government authority. This article is provided for informational and research purposes only and does not constitute legal advice, compliance advice, or recommendations for any specific entity or transaction. Readers should refer to the original official documents and consult qualified professionals before making decisions based on this information.
US Highlights 2026-08-18
US–China Trade Daily Hightlights | 2026-08-18 1) Executive Summary Today’s briefing covers 3 U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) Section 337 matters. The actions include a final determination issuing a general exclusion order and cease and desist orders in an ink cartridges investigation, an amendment of claims and products in an off-road vehicles case involving a Chinese respondent, and a full termination of a video-capable devices case due to an arbitration agreement. Key policy instruments are Section 337 patent enforcement remedies, including a GEO, CDOs, and procedural terminations. 2) Updates by Authority ITC (U.S. International Trade Commission) Headline (one line, bold):Ink Cartridges — ITC_337 (TRADE_REMEDY) Summary: The U.S. International Trade Commission found a violation of Section 337 in Inv. No. 337-TA-1452 concerning certain ink cartridges and components. The Commission issued a general exclusion order covering products that infringe claims 1 and 7 of U.S. Patent Nos. 8,764,172; 9,370,934; 11,535,038; 12,240,248; and 12,240,249, and issued cease and desist orders against Mountain Peak, Inc. and Straightouttaink, LP. The investigation is terminated. Key Details (bullets): Authority: INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION Policy Type: ITC_337 Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY China Indicator: EXPLICIT Investigation No.: 337-TA-1452 Orders/Findings: General Exclusion Order; CDOs against Mountain Peak, Inc. and Straightouttaink, LP; bond set at 100% of entered value during Presidential review Noted procedural history: ALJ ID (Order No. 16) granted summary determination; Commission reviewed DI economic prong and affirmed with supplemental analysis Dates: Commission vote August 13, 2026; investigation instituted June 17, 2025 Patents/Claims: Claims 1 and 7 of U.S. Patent Nos. 8,764,172; 9,370,934; 11,535,038; 12,240,248; 12,240,249 Source:– Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/certain-ink-cartridges-and-components-thereof-ii-notice-of-a-commission-determination-finding-a-violation-under-section-337-issuance-of-a-general-exclusion-order-and-cease-and-desist-orders-termina/ Headline (one line, bold):Off-Road Vehicles (ZFORCE Z10/Z10-4) — ITC_337 (TRADE_REMEDY) Summary: The Commission determined not to review an ALJ initial determination (Order No. 10) granting Polaris’s unopposed motion to amend the complaint and Notice of Investigation in Inv. No. 337-TA-1490 and to terminate the investigation as to certain claims. The amendments add claim 31 of the ’486 patent and claims 9–15 and 22 of the ’127 patent against the CFMOTO ZFORCE Z10 and Z10-4 vehicles, and terminate claims 7 and 8 of the ’220 patent. Key Details (bullets): Authority: INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION Policy Type: ITC_337 Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY China Indicator: EXPLICIT Investigation No.: 337-TA-1490 Parties: Complainants Polaris Inc., Polaris Industries Inc., Polaris Sales Inc.; Respondents Zhejiang CFMOTO Power Co., Ltd. (Hangzhou, China) and CFMOTO Powersports Inc. Orders/Findings: ID (Order No. 10) unreviewed; claims 7–8 of U.S. Patent No. 7,819,220 terminated; added claim 31 of U.S. Patent No. 7,950,486 and claims 9–15, 22 of U.S. Patent No. 12,187,127 against ZFORCE Z10/Z10-4 Dates: Commission vote August 13, 2026; investigation instituted March 9, 2026 Source:– Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/certain-off-road-vehicles-and-components-thereof-notice-of-a-commission-determination-not-to-review-an-initial-determination-granting-an-unopposed-motion-to-amend-the-complaint-and-notice-of-investig/ Headline (one line, bold):Video-Capable Electronic Devices — ITC_337 (TRADE_REMEDY) Summary: The Commission determined not to review an ALJ initial determination (Order No. 18) granting a joint motion by InterDigital and Amazon to terminate Inv. No. 337-TA-1481 in its entirety due to an arbitration agreement. The investigation is terminated. Key Details (bullets): Authority: INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION Policy Type: ITC_337 Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY Investigation No.: 337-TA-1481 Parties: Complainants InterDigital, Inc. and InterDigital VC Holdings, Inc.; Respondents Amazon.com, Inc. and Amazon.com Services, LLC Orders/Findings: ID (Order No. 18) granted termination based on arbitration agreement; earlier termination of claim 4 of U.S. Patent No. 9,747,674 (Order No. 8; unreviewed May 4, 2026) Dates: Commission vote August 13, 2026; investigation instituted January 23, 2026 Source:– Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/certain-video-capable-electronic-devices-notice-of-a-commission-determination-not-to-review-an-initial-determination-granting-a-joint-motion-to-terminate-the-investigation-in-its-entirety-due-to-an-a/ 3) Key Takeaways (Factual) The ITC issued a general exclusion order and cease and desist orders in the ink cartridges case (Inv. No. 337-TA-1452), with a 100% bond during Presidential review. In the Polaris v. CFMOTO off-road vehicles matter (Inv. No. 337-TA-1490), the ITC allowed claim amendments adding ZFORCE Z10/Z10-4 and terminated two prior claims. The InterDigital v. Amazon video-capable devices investigation (Inv. No. 337-TA-1481) was terminated in full based on an arbitration agreement. Two of today’s Section 337 actions involve China-based or China-affiliated respondents. 4) Full Source Links (Index) https://lawyerfanzhang.com/certain-ink-cartridges-and-components-thereof-ii-notice-of-a-commission-determination-finding-a-violation-under-section-337-issuance-of-a-general-exclusion-order-and-cease-and-desist-orders-termina/ (Ink cartridges — GEO/CDOs) https://lawyerfanzhang.com/certain-off-road-vehicles-and-components-thereof-notice-of-a-commission-determination-not-to-review-an-initial-determination-granting-an-unopposed-motion-to-amend-the-complaint-and-notice-of-investig/ (Off-road vehicles — amendment) https://lawyerfanzhang.com/certain-video-capable-electronic-devices-notice-of-a-commission-determination-not-to-review-an-initial-determination-granting-a-joint-motion-to-terminate-the-investigation-in-its-entirety-due-to-an-a/ (Video devices — arbitration termination) 5) Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected and summarized from publicly available U.S. government materials, including the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). 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US Highlights 2026-08-13
US–China Trade Daily Hightlights | 2026-08-13 1) Executive Summary – Today’s brief covers 4 Department of Commerce (International Trade Administration) actions. All items involve antidumping duty (AD) administrative reviews. Actions include one final review with partial rescission (Vietnam fish fillets), one preliminary review with partial rescission (India organic soybean meal), one preliminary review (Korea wire rod), and one final review (Indonesia wind towers). No China-related measures were reported in today’s items. 2) Updates by Authority N/A (DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration) Headline: Frozen fish fillets (Vietnam) — AD_CVD (TRADE_REMEDY) Summary: Commerce issued the final results of the 2023–2024 antidumping duty administrative review of certain frozen fish fillets from Vietnam. Bien Dong Seafood Co., Ltd. and NTSF Seafoods Joint Stock Company were found to have made sales at less than normal value, while two non-examined separate-rate companies received a review-specific rate. Commerce also rescinded the review in part for 25 companies and the Vietnam-wide entity; the Vietnam-wide entity rate remains unchanged. Key Details: Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration Policy Type: AD_CVD Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY Investigation No.: A-552-801 Final margins (USD/kg), POR 2023-08-01 to 2024-07-31: Bien Dong Seafood Co., Ltd.: 1.00 NTSF Seafoods Joint Stock Company: 0.38 Non-selected separate rate respondents (Can Tho Import Export Seafood JSC; Nam Viet Corporation): 0.84 Vietnam-wide entity: review rescinded; rate remains $2.39/kg Partial rescission: 25 companies and the Vietnam-wide entity Publication date: August 13, 2026; Final results signed August 10, 2026 Preliminary results published: February 11, 2026 Source: – Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/certain-frozen-fish-fillets-from-the-socialist-republic-of-vietnam-final-results-and-rescission-in-part-of-antidumping-duty-administrative-review-2023-2024/ Headline: Organic soybean meal (India) — AD_CVD (TRADE_REMEDY) Summary: Commerce published the preliminary results of the 2024–2025 AD administrative review of organic soybean meal from India. Commerce calculated a preliminary weighted-average dumping margin for the sole individually examined respondent and assigned the same rate to companies not selected for individual review; the review was rescinded for 145 companies. Interested parties are invited to comment, with deadlines set by regulation. Key Details: Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration Policy Type: AD_CVD Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY Investigation No.: A-533-901 Preliminary margin (percent), POR 2024-05-01 to 2025-04-30: Ecopure: 26.60 Companies not selected for individual review (Appendix II): 26.60 Rescission in part: 145 companies (Appendix III) Deadlines: Case briefs: no later than 21 days after publication Rebuttal briefs: 5 days after case briefs Hearing requests: within 30 days after publication Publication date: August 13, 2026 Source: – Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/organic-soybean-meal-from-india-preliminary-results-and-rescission-in-part-of-antidumping-duty-administrative-review-2024-2025/ Headline: Carbon and alloy steel wire rod (Republic of Korea) — AD_CVD (TRADE_REMEDY) Summary: Commerce issued preliminary results for the 2024–2025 AD review of carbon and alloy steel wire rod from Korea, finding that POSCO and POSCO International Corporation did not sell below normal value during the period of review. The preliminary weighted-average dumping margin is 0.00 percent. Key Details: Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration Policy Type: AD_CVD Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY Investigation No.: A-580-891 Preliminary margin (percent), POR 2024-05-01 to 2025-04-30: POSCO/POSCO International Corporation: 0.00 Deadlines: Case briefs: within 7 days after issuance of verification report Rebuttal briefs: 5 days after case briefs Hearing requests: within 30 days after publication Publication date: August 13, 2026 Source: – Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/carbon-and-alloy-steel-wire-rod-from-the-republic-of-korea-preliminary-results-of-antidumping-duty-administrative-review-2024-2025/ Headline: Utility scale wind towers (Indonesia) — AD_CVD (TRADE_REMEDY) Summary: Commerce finalized the 2023–2024 AD administrative review for utility scale wind towers from Indonesia, determining that PT. Kenertec Power System did not sell at less than normal value. The final weighted-average dumping margin is 0.00 percent. Key Details: Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration Policy Type: AD_CVD Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY Investigation No.: A-560-833 Final margin (percent), POR 2023-08-01 to 2024-07-31: PT. Kenertec Power System: 0.00 Publication date: August 13, 2026; Final results signed August 10, 2026 Preliminary results published: February 10, 2026 Source: – Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/utility-scale-wind-towers-from-indonesia-final-results-of-antidumping-duty-administrative-review-2023-2024/ 3) Key Takeaways (Factual) – Commerce completed one final review with partial rescission for Vietnamese frozen fish fillets, setting company-specific per-kilogram dumping margins and maintaining the Vietnam-wide rate. – The preliminary review of Indian organic soybean meal assigns a 26.60 percent margin to the examined firm and non-selected companies; 145 companies were rescinded from review. – Preliminary results for Korean carbon and alloy steel wire rod show a 0.00 percent margin for POSCO. – Final results for Indonesian utility scale wind towers confirm a 0.00 percent margin for PT. Kenertec Power System. – All actions are antidumping duty administrative reviews; no China-related actions were reported. 4) Full Source Links (Index) – https://lawyerfanzhang.com/certain-frozen-fish-fillets-from-the-socialist-republic-of-vietnam-final-results-and-rescission-in-part-of-antidumping-duty-administrative-review-2023-2024/ (Frozen fish fillets — Vietnam) – https://lawyerfanzhang.com/organic-soybean-meal-from-india-preliminary-results-and-rescission-in-part-of-antidumping-duty-administrative-review-2024-2025/ (Organic soybean meal — India) – https://lawyerfanzhang.com/carbon-and-alloy-steel-wire-rod-from-the-republic-of-korea-preliminary-results-of-antidumping-duty-administrative-review-2024-2025/ (Wire rod — Korea) – https://lawyerfanzhang.com/utility-scale-wind-towers-from-indonesia-final-results-of-antidumping-duty-administrative-review-2023-2024/ (Wind towers — Indonesia) 5) Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected and summarized from publicly available U.S. government materials, including the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content presented is not an official government publication and does not represent the views of any U.S. government authority. This article is provided for informational and research purposes only and does not constitute legal advice, compliance advice, or recommendations for any specific entity or transaction. Readers should refer to the original official documents and consult qualified professionals before making decisions based on this information.
US Highlights 2026-08-12
US–China Trade Daily Hightlights | 2026-08-12 1) Executive Summary Three U.S.–China trade remedy events are covered today. The United States International Trade Commission (USITC) issued two scheduling notices for expedited five-year (sunset) reviews involving China. The Department of Commerce’s International Trade Administration (ITA) published the final results of an antidumping administrative review on wooden bedroom furniture from China. The main policy instruments are AD/CVD orders, expedited sunset reviews, and administrative review procedures. 2) Updates by Authority United States International Trade Commission (USITC) Boltless steel shelving units — AD/CVD (TRADE_REMEDY) Summary:The USITC scheduled expedited five-year reviews to determine whether revoking the antidumping and countervailing duty orders on boltless steel shelving units prepackaged for sale from China would likely lead to continuation or recurrence of material injury within a reasonably foreseeable time. The Commission found the domestic interested party response adequate and the respondent interested party response inadequate, and therefore will conduct expedited reviews. Key Details: Authority: INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION Policy Type: AD_CVD Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY China Indicator: EXPLICIT Investigation Nos.: 701-TA-523 and 731-TA-1259 (Second Review) Key dates: Adequacy determination: July 6, 2026 Staff report (nonpublic) available to APO parties: August 25, 2026; public version to follow Written comments deadline: 5:15 p.m., September 1, 2026 (with timing adjustment if Commerce extends its final results) Review period extended by up to 90 days under 19 U.S.C. 1675(c)(5)(B) Issued: August 7, 2026; published August 12, 2026 Source:https://lawyerfanzhang.com/boltless-steel-shelving-units-prepackaged-for-sale-from-china-scheduling-of-expedited-five-year-reviews/ Prestressed concrete steel wire strand — AD/CVD (TRADE_REMEDY) Summary:The USITC scheduled expedited five-year reviews to determine whether revoking the antidumping and countervailing duty orders on prestressed concrete steel wire strand from China would likely lead to continuation or recurrence of material injury within a reasonably foreseeable time. The Commission found the domestic interested party response adequate and the respondent response inadequate and opted for expedited reviews; Chairman Johanson voted to conduct full reviews. Key Details: Authority: INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION Policy Type: AD_CVD Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY China Indicator: EXPLICIT Investigation Nos.: 701-TA-464 and 731-TA-1160 (Third Review) Key dates: Adequacy determination: July 6, 2026 Staff report (nonpublic) available to APO parties: October 7, 2026; public version to follow Written comments deadline: October 14, 2026 (with timing adjustment if Commerce extends its final results) Review period extended by up to 90 days under 19 U.S.C. 1675(c)(5)(B) Issued: August 7, 2026; published August 12, 2026 Source:https://lawyerfanzhang.com/prestressed-concrete-steel-wire-strand-from-china-scheduling-of-expedited-five-year-reviews/ Department of Commerce (International Trade Administration) Wooden bedroom furniture — AD_CVD (TRADE_REMEDY) Summary:Commerce finalized the 2024 antidumping administrative review of wooden bedroom furniture from China and continues to determine that 11 companies under review did not establish entitlement to a separate rate. These companies are part of the China-wide entity and are subject to the China-wide rate; assessment and cash deposit instructions were outlined. Key Details: Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration Policy Type: AD_CVD Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY China Indicator: EXPLICIT Case No.: A-570-890 Period of Review: January 1, 2024–December 31, 2024 Companies found part of the China-wide entity (11): Fine Furniture (Shanghai) Ltd.; Jiangmen Kinwai Furniture Decoration Co., Ltd.; Jiangmen Kinwai International Furniture Co., Ltd.; Nathan International Ltd., Nathan Rattan Factory; Rui Feng Woodwork Co., Ltd., Rui Feng Lumber Development Co., Ltd., Dorbest Ltd.; Shenyang Shining Dongxing Furniture Co., Ltd.; Wanvog Furniture (Kunshan) Co., Ltd.; Yeh Brothers World Trade Inc.; Zhangzhou Guohui Industrial & Trade Co. Ltd.; Zhongshan Fookyik Furniture Co., Ltd.; Shenzhen New Fudu Furniture Co., Ltd. Assessment: Commerce intends to instruct CBP to assess duties at the China-wide rate no earlier than 35 days after publication; if a timely summons is filed at the U.S. Court of International Trade, CBP will be directed not to liquidate entries until the injunction request period (within 90 days of publication) expires. Cash deposits: For exporters without a separate rate, deposits equal to the China-wide rate of 216.01 percent; existing rates continue for exporters with separate rates. Applicable date: August 12, 2026 Source:https://lawyerfanzhang.com/wooden-bedroom-furniture-from-the-peoples-republic-of-china-final-results-of-antidumping-duty-administrative-review-2024/ 3) Key Takeaways (Factual) The USITC scheduled expedited five-year (sunset) reviews for AD/CVD orders on boltless steel shelving units and prestressed concrete steel wire strand from China after finding inadequate respondent party participation. Both USITC reviews were deemed extraordinarily complicated and the review periods were extended by up to 90 days. The USITC set staff report release dates and public comment deadlines for each review (August 25/September 1, 2026 for shelving; October 7/October 14, 2026 for PC strand). Commerce’s final 2024 administrative review of wooden bedroom furniture from China concluded that 11 companies remain part of the China-wide entity, with assessment and deposit instructions including the 216.01 percent China-wide rate for exporters without separate rates. 4) Full Source Links (Index) https://lawyerfanzhang.com/boltless-steel-shelving-units-prepackaged-for-sale-from-china-scheduling-of-expedited-five-year-reviews/ (Boltless steel shelving — expedited reviews) https://lawyerfanzhang.com/prestressed-concrete-steel-wire-strand-from-china-scheduling-of-expedited-five-year-reviews/ (Prestressed concrete strand — expedited reviews) https://lawyerfanzhang.com/wooden-bedroom-furniture-from-the-peoples-republic-of-china-final-results-of-antidumping-duty-administrative-review-2024/ (Wooden bedroom furniture — AD review final) 5) Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected and summarized from publicly available U.S. government materials, including the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content presented is not an official government publication and does not represent the views of any U.S. government authority. This article is provided for informational and research purposes only and does not constitute legal advice, compliance advice, or recommendations for any specific entity or transaction. Readers should refer to the original official documents and consult qualified professionals before making decisions based on this information.
US Highlights 2026-08-11
US–China Trade Daily Hightlights | 2026-08-11 1) Executive Summary – Today’s brief covers 12 items from the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) and the U.S. Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration (DOC/ITA). – Actions span Section 337 investigations, antidumping/countervailing duty (AD/CVD) administrative and sunset reviews, changed circumstances reviews, a continuation of an AD order, and review rescissions. – Several notices involve China explicitly (e.g., aluminum extrusions CVD final results, R-32 AD continuation, common alloy aluminum sheet CCRs) alongside multi-country AD/CVD actions and ITC 337 proceedings. 2) Updates by Authority ITC (U.S. International Trade Commission) Headline:Wi‑Fi Routers and Mesh Wi‑Fi Devices — ITC_337 (TRADE_REMEDY) Summary:The presiding ALJ issued an Initial Determination on violation and a Recommended Determination on remedy and bonding in Inv. No. 337-TA-1454. The Commission seeks public interest submissions regarding potential relief (e.g., exclusion and cease and desist orders) should a violation be found. Comments are invited from the public and government agencies only. Key Details:– Authority: INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION– Policy Type: ITC_337– Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY– Key identifiers: Investigation No. 337-TA-1454– Key dates: ALJ ID and RD issued August 6, 2026; Public interest comments due by September 8, 2026; Notice issued August 7, 2026 Source:– Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/certain-wi-fi-routers-wi-fi-devices-mesh-wi-fi-network-devices-and-components-thereof-notice-of-request-for-submissions-on-the-public-interest/ Headline:Glass Substrates for Liquid Crystal Displays — ITC_337 (TRADE_REMEDY) Summary:In Inv. No. 337-TA-1433, the ALJ issued an Initial Determination on violation (July 23, 2026) and a Recommended Determination on remedy and bonding (August 6, 2026). The Commission requests public interest submissions on recommended relief, including a limited exclusion order for 5–6 years and a cease-and-desist order directed to specified respondents. Key Details:– Authority: INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION– Policy Type: ITC_337– Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY– China Indicator: EXPLICIT– Key identifiers: Investigation No. 337-TA-1433– Key dates: ALJ ID July 23, 2026; RD August 6, 2026; Comments due September 8, 2026; Notice issued August 7, 2026 Source:– Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/certain-glass-substrates-for-liquid-crystal-displays-products-containing-the-same-and-methods-for-manufacturing-the-same-notice-of-request-for-submissions-on-the-public-interest/ Headline:Glass Substrates for Liquid Crystal Displays (II) — ITC_337 (TRADE_REMEDY) Summary:The Commission found a violation of Section 337 in Inv. No. 337-TA-1441 and will issue a limited exclusion order covering infringing glass substrates for LCDs (and products/methods as described) and a cease and desist order against TTE Technology, Inc. The Commission set a bond of 0% during Presidential review and terminated the investigation. Key Details:– Authority: INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION– Policy Type: ITC_337– Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY– China Indicator: EXPLICIT– Key identifiers: Investigation No. 337-TA-1441– Key dates: Commission vote August 6, 2026; Notice issued August 6, 2026 Source:– Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/certain-glass-substrates-for-liquid-crystal-displays-products-containing-the-same-and-methods-for-manufacturing-the-same-ii-notice-of-the-commissions-final-determination-finding-a-violation-of-sec/ Headline:Child Car Seats — ITC_337 (TRADE_REMEDY) Summary:In Inv. No. 337-TA-1459, the Commission declined to review the ALJ’s Initial Determination granting a joint motion to terminate based on settlement. The investigation is terminated in its entirety. Key Details:– Authority: INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION– Policy Type: ITC_337– Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY– China Indicator: EXPLICIT– Key identifiers: Investigation No. 337-TA-1459– Key dates: Commission vote August 6, 2026; Notice issued August 6, 2026 Source:– Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/certain-child-car-seats-notice-of-commission-determination-not-to-review-an-initial-determination-terminating-the-investigation-based-on-settlement-termination-of-the-investigation-in-its-entirety/ Headline:Pre‑Stretched Synthetic Braiding Hair — ITC_337 (TRADE_REMEDY) Summary:In Inv. No. 337-TA-1457, the Commission reviewed in part, and on review, affirmed in part and took no position in part on the Final ID finding no violation of Section 337. The investigation is terminated with a final finding of no violation. Key Details:– Authority: INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION– Policy Type: ITC_337– Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY– Key identifiers: Investigation No. 337-TA-1457– Key dates: Commission vote August 6, 2026; Notice issued August 6, 2026 Source:– Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/certain-pre-stretched-synthetic-braiding-hair-and-packaging-thereof-ii-notice-of-the-commissions-determination-to-review-in-part-and-on-review-to-affirm-in-part-and-take-no-position-in-part-on/ Headline:Mattresses (Various Countries) — AD_CVD (TRADE_REMEDY) Summary:The ITC scheduled expedited five-year reviews to determine whether revocation of the CVD order on mattresses from China and AD orders on mattresses from Cambodia, Malaysia, Serbia, Thailand, Turkey, and Vietnam would likely lead to continuation or recurrence of material injury. The Commission set a schedule for staff reporting and written submissions and extended the review period by up to 90 days due to extraordinary complexity. Key Details:– Authority: INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION– Policy Type: AD_CVD– Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY– China Indicator: EXPLICIT– Key identifiers: Inv. Nos. 701-TA-645; 731-TA-1495, 1497–1501 (Review)– Key dates: Adequacy determination July 6, 2026; Staff report placement September 22, 2026; Comments due September 29, 2026 Source:– Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/mattresses-from-cambodia-china-malaysia-serbia-thailand-turkey-and-vietnam-scheduling-of-expedited-five-year-reviews/ DOC (U.S. Department of Commerce — International Trade Administration) Headline:Aluminum Extrusions from China — AD_CVD (TRADE_REMEDY) Summary:Commerce finalized the 2024 CVD administrative review, finding Chinese producers/exporters received countervailable subsidies. Six non-responsive companies received rates based entirely on adverse facts available (AFA). Key Details:– Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration– Policy Type: AD_CVD– Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY– China Indicator: EXPLICIT– Key identifiers: Case No. C-570-968; POR January 1–December 31, 2024– Final rates (AFA): 164.29% for six named companies; Cash deposit and assessment instructions to follow– Key dates: Applicable August 11, 2026 Source:– Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/aluminum-extrusions-from-the-peoples-republic-of-china-final-results-of-countervailing-duty-administrative-review-2024/ Headline:Mattresses from Malaysia — AD_CVD (TRADE_REMEDY) Summary:Commerce issued final results of the 2024–2025 AD administrative review, determining sales at less than normal value. The weighted-average dumping margin is 42.92% for the listed companies and non-selected companies receiving a review-specific rate. Key Details:– Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration– Policy Type: AD_CVD– Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY– Key identifiers: Case No. A-557-818; POR May 1, 2024–April 30, 2025– Key dates: Applicable August 11, 2026 Source:– Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/mattresses-from-malaysia-final-results-of-antidumping-duty-administrative-review-2024-2025/ Headline:Ripe Olives from Spain — AD_CVD (TRADE_REMEDY) Summary:Commerce finalized the 2023–2024 AD administrative review, finding sales at less than normal value. The final weighted-average dumping margin is 3.54% for Agro Sevilla Aceitunas, S. Coop. And., and for Angel Camacho Alimentacion, S.L.; the review was partially rescinded for one firm. Key Details:– Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration– Policy Type: AD_CVD– Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY– Key identifiers: Case No. A-469-817; POR August 1, 2023–July 31, 2024– Key dates: Applicable August 11, 2026 Source:– Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/ripe-olives-from-spain-final-results-and-partial-rescission-of-antidumping-duty-administrative-review-2023-2024/ Headline:Common Alloy Aluminum Sheet (Multiple Countries including China) — AD_CVD (TRADE_REMEDY) Summary:Commerce initiated and issued preliminary results of changed circumstances reviews proposing to revoke the AD/CVD orders, in part, with respect to certain aluminum can stock, retroactively for all unliquidated entries. The proposal modifies the aluminum can stock scope exclusion language; interested parties are invited to comment. Key Details:– Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration– Policy Type: AD_CVD– Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY– China Indicator: EXPLICIT– Key identifiers: Multiple cases including
US Highlights 2026-08-10
US–China Trade Daily Hightlights | 2026-08-10 1) Executive Summary Today’s brief covers 3 events from the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) and the U.S. Department of Commerce (DOC). The ITC instituted preliminary AD/CVD investigations on perfluoroalkoxy alkane from India and scheduled the final phase of AD/CVD investigations on truck bed covers from China. The DOC initiated administrative reviews of multiple antidumping and countervailing duty orders with June anniversary dates, including several China-related products. The primary policy instruments across these items are AD/CVD investigations and administrative reviews. 2) Updates by Authority ITC (U.S. International Trade Commission) – Headline: Perfluoroalkoxy alkane (PFA) — AD/CVD (Institution of investigations; preliminary phase scheduling) Summary: The ITC instituted preliminary phase antidumping and countervailing duty investigations (Nos. 701-TA-805 and 731-TA-1804) on perfluoroalkoxy alkane from India, alleged to be sold at less than fair value and subsidized. Unless Commerce extends the time for initiation, the ITC must reach its preliminary injury determination by September 21, 2026, and transmit its views to Commerce by September 28, 2026. Key Details: – Authority: INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION – Policy Type: AD_CVD – Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY – Key identifiers: Investigation Nos. 701-TA-805 and 731-TA-1804 (Preliminary) – Key dates: Petitions filed August 5, 2026; ITC staff conference August 26, 2026; requests to appear due by noon August 24, 2026; pre-conference submissions due August 25, 2026; written briefs due August 31, 2026; ITC preliminary determination due by September 21, 2026; views due to Commerce by September 28, 2026. Source: – Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/perfluoroalkoxy-alkane-from-india-institution-of-antidumping-and-countervailing-duty-investigations-and-scheduling-of-preliminary-phase-investigations/ – Headline: Truck bed covers — AD/CVD (Final phase scheduling) Summary: The ITC scheduled the final phase of AD/CVD investigations (Nos. 701-TA-789 and 731-TA-1777) on truck bed covers from China. Commerce preliminarily found subsidization by the Government of China; Commerce’s preliminary less-than-fair-value determinations are pending. Key Details: – Authority: INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION – Policy Type: AD_CVD – Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY – China Indicator: EXPLICIT – Key identifiers: Investigation Nos. 701-TA-789 and 731-TA-1777 (Final) – Key dates: Scheduling notice dated July 27, 2026; prehearing staff report October 1, 2026; hearing October 15, 2026 (requests to appear due October 8, 2026); prehearing briefs due October 8, 2026; posthearing briefs due October 22, 2026; final party comments on new information due November 6, 2026. Source: – Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/truck-bed-covers-from-china-scheduling-of-the-final-phase-of-countervailing-duty-and-antidumping-duty-investigations/ DOC (U.S. Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration) – Headline: AD/CVD administrative reviews — multiple orders (Initiation notice) Summary: Commerce initiated administrative reviews of numerous antidumping and countervailing duty orders with June anniversary dates. The notice outlines respondent selection, separate rate application/certification procedures for non-market economy cases, certification eligibility, and timelines for submissions. The scope includes products from multiple countries, with several China-related proceedings (e.g., certain alkyl phosphate esters, chlorinated isocyanurates, citric acid/citrate salts, crystalline silicon photovoltaic cells, mattresses, gas powered pressure washers, disposable aluminum containers, and stainless steel flanges). Key Details: – Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration – Policy Type: AD_CVD – Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY – China Indicator: EXPLICIT – Key identifiers: Federal Register notice (FR Doc. 2026-16265); multiple case numbers listed in the notice – Key dates: Applicable August 10, 2026; Separate Rate Applications/Certifications due 14 calendar days after publication; Certification Eligibility Applications due 30 calendar days after publication; Commerce intends to issue final results of these reviews by June 30, 2027. Source: – Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/initiation-of-antidumping-and-countervailing-duty-administrative-reviews-7/ 3) Key Takeaways (Factual) – The ITC launched preliminary AD/CVD investigations on perfluoroalkoxy alkane from India, with a preliminary injury determination due by September 21, 2026. – The ITC set the final phase schedule for AD/CVD investigations on truck bed covers from China, including an October 15, 2026 hearing. – Commerce initiated administrative reviews of a broad set of AD/CVD orders with June anniversaries, including several China-origin products across chemicals, solar components, consumer goods, and metals. – For NME proceedings covered in Commerce’s notice, Separate Rate Applications/Certifications are due within 14 days of publication; final results of the reviews are targeted by June 30, 2027. 4) Full Source Links (Index) – https://lawyerfanzhang.com/perfluoroalkoxy-alkane-from-india-institution-of-antidumping-and-countervailing-duty-investigations-and-scheduling-of-preliminary-phase-investigations/ (Perfluoroalkoxy alkane — ITC prelim) – https://lawyerfanzhang.com/truck-bed-covers-from-china-scheduling-of-the-final-phase-of-countervailing-duty-and-antidumping-duty-investigations/ (Truck bed covers — ITC final phase) – https://lawyerfanzhang.com/initiation-of-antidumping-and-countervailing-duty-administrative-reviews-7/ (DOC initiation — AD/CVD administrative reviews) 5) Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected and summarized from publicly available U.S. government materials, including the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). 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US Highlights 2026-08-07
US–China Trade Daily Hightlights | 2026-08-07 1) Executive Summary – Today’s briefing covers 6 Department of Commerce (International Trade Administration) notices. The actions span antidumping (AD) and countervailing duty (CVD) administrative reviews and five-year (sunset) reviews. Instruments include preliminary and final AD results, as well as revocations of AD/CVD orders. China-related actions include a PRC polyethylene retail carrier bags review outcome and revocation of AD orders on carbazole violet pigment 23. 2) Updates by Authority DOC (Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration) Headline (one line, bold):Preserved mushrooms (Poland) — AD_CVD (TRADE_REMEDY) Summary:Commerce preliminarily determines that Okechamp S.A. made sales at less than normal value during the May 1, 2024–April 30, 2025 period of review. The preliminary weighted-average dumping margin is 0.54 percent. Commerce intends to verify and invites comments. Key Details:– Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration– Policy Type: AD_CVD– Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY– Key identifiers: A-455-806– Key dates: Applicable August 7, 2026; POR May 1, 2024–April 30, 2025; hearing requests due within 30 days of publication; case briefs due seven days after issuance of the verification report; rebuttal briefs five days thereafter– Preliminary margin: Okechamp S.A. — 0.54% Source:– Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/certain-preserved-mushrooms-from-poland-preliminary-results-of-antidumping-duty-administrative-review-2024-2025/ Headline (one line, bold):Polyethylene retail carrier bags (Malaysia) — AD_CVD (TRADE_REMEDY) Summary:Commerce issues final results finding PRCBs from Malaysia were not sold at less than normal value during August 1, 2023–July 31, 2024. The final weighted-average dumping margin for Euro SME Sdn Bhd and Euro Nature Green Sdn. Bhd. (collectively, Euro SME) is 0.00 percent; entries will be liquidated without AD duties, and cash deposit requirements are updated accordingly. Key Details:– Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration– Policy Type: AD_CVD– Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY– Key identifiers: A-557-813– Key dates: Applicable August 7, 2026; POR August 1, 2023–July 31, 2024– Final margin: Euro SME — 0.00% Source:– Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/polyethylene-retail-carrier-bags-from-malaysia-final-results-of-antidumping-duty-administrative-review-2023-2024/ Headline (one line, bold):Polyethylene retail carrier bags (China) — AD_CVD (TRADE_REMEDY) Summary:Commerce’s final results find that Crown Polyethylene Products (International) Ltd. is not eligible for a separate rate and remains part of the China-wide entity for the August 1, 2024–July 31, 2025 review. Suspended entries associated with Crown will be assessed at the China-wide rate (77.57 percent); cash deposit instructions reflect continued application of the China-wide rate for non-separate-rate exporters. Key Details:– Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration– Policy Type: AD_CVD– Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY– China Indicator: EXPLICIT– Key identifiers: A-570-886– Key dates: Applicable August 7, 2026; POR August 1, 2024–July 31, 2025– Notes: No change from preliminary results; China-wide entity not under review Source:– Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/polyethylene-retail-carrier-bags-from-the-peoples-republic-of-china-final-results-of-antidumping-duty-administrative-review-2024-2025/ Headline (one line, bold):Circular welded carbon steel pipe and tube (Türkiye) — AD_CVD (TRADE_REMEDY) Summary:Commerce preliminarily finds sales at less than normal value for Borusan during May 1, 2024–April 30, 2025. The preliminary weighted-average dumping margin is 4.91 percent; comments are invited and hearing requests are due within 30 days of publication. Key Details:– Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration– Policy Type: AD_CVD– Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY– Key identifiers: A-489-501– Key dates: Applicable August 7, 2026; POR May 1, 2024–April 30, 2025; case briefs due 21 days after publication; rebuttal briefs due five days thereafter; hearing requests due within 30 days of publication– Preliminary margin: Borusan İstikbal Ticaret T.A.Ş.; Borusan Birleşik Boru Fabrikaları Sanayi ve Ticaret A.Ş. — 4.91% Source:– Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/circular-welded-carbon-steel-standard-pipe-and-tube-products-from-the-republic-of-turkiye-preliminary-results-of-antidumping-duty-administrative-review-2024-2025/ Headline (one line, bold):Carbazole violet pigment 23 (India) — AD_CVD (TRADE_REMEDY) Summary:Commerce issues the final results of the fourth sunset review and revokes the CVD order on CVP‑23 from India due to no domestic party response to initiation. Suspension of liquidation will be terminated for entries on or after June 15, 2026; prior entries remain subject to applicable requirements. Key Details:– Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration– Policy Type: AD_CVD– Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY– China Indicator: EXPLICIT– Key identifiers: C-533-839– Key dates: Applicable August 7, 2026; effective revocation date June 15, 2026; initiation May 1, 2026 Source:– Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/carbazole-violet-pigment-23-from-india-final-results-of-fourth-sunset-review-and-revocation-of-countervailing-duty-order/ Headline (one line, bold):Carbazole violet pigment 23 (India and China) — AD_CVD (TRADE_REMEDY) Summary:Commerce issues the final results of the fourth sunset reviews and revokes the AD orders on CVP‑23 from India and the People’s Republic of China due to no domestic interested party response. Suspension of liquidation will be terminated for entries on or after June 15, 2026; prior entries remain subject to applicable AD requirements. Key Details:– Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration– Policy Type: AD_CVD– Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY– China Indicator: EXPLICIT– Key identifiers: A-533-838; A-570-892– Key dates: Applicable August 7, 2026; effective revocation date June 15, 2026; initiation May 1, 2026 Source:– Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/carbazole-violet-pigment-23-from-india-and-the-peoples-republic-of-china-final-results-of-sunset-reviews-and-revocation-of-the-antidumping-duty-orders/ 3) Key Takeaways (Factual) – Commerce issued both preliminary and final AD results across multiple proceedings; margins ranged from 0.00% (Malaysia PRCBs) to 4.91% (Türkiye CWP), with a 0.54% preliminary margin for Poland preserved mushrooms. – In the PRC PRCBs review, Crown remains part of the China-wide entity, with assessment and cash deposit at the existing China-wide rate. – Commerce revoked the AD orders on CVP-23 from India and China, and revoked the CVD order on CVP-23 from India, due to no domestic party participation; revocations are effective June 15, 2026. – Notices specify assessment and cash deposit instructions, including liquidation without AD duties where margins are zero or de minimis. 4) Full Source Links (Index) – https://lawyerfanzhang.com/certain-preserved-mushrooms-from-poland-preliminary-results-of-antidumping-duty-administrative-review-2024-2025/ (Mushrooms—Poland, prelim AD review) – https://lawyerfanzhang.com/polyethylene-retail-carrier-bags-from-malaysia-final-results-of-antidumping-duty-administrative-review-2023-2024/ (PRCBs—Malaysia, final AD review) – https://lawyerfanzhang.com/polyethylene-retail-carrier-bags-from-the-peoples-republic-of-china-final-results-of-antidumping-duty-administrative-review-2024-2025/ (PRCBs—China, final AD review) – https://lawyerfanzhang.com/circular-welded-carbon-steel-standard-pipe-and-tube-products-from-the-republic-of-turkiye-preliminary-results-of-antidumping-duty-administrative-review-2024-2025/ (CWP—Türkiye, prelim AD review) – https://lawyerfanzhang.com/carbazole-violet-pigment-23-from-india-final-results-of-fourth-sunset-review-and-revocation-of-countervailing-duty-order/ (CVP‑23—India, CVD revocation) – https://lawyerfanzhang.com/carbazole-violet-pigment-23-from-india-and-the-peoples-republic-of-china-final-results-of-sunset-reviews-and-revocation-of-the-antidumping-duty-orders/ (CVP‑23—India & China, AD revocations) 5) Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected and summarized from publicly available U.S. government materials, including the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content presented is not an official government publication and does not represent the views of any U.S. government authority. This article is provided for informational and research purposes only and does not constitute legal advice, compliance advice, or recommendations for any specific entity or transaction. Readers should refer to the original official documents and consult qualified professionals before making decisions based on this information.
US Highlights 2026-08-05
US–China Trade Daily Hightlights | 2026-08-05 1) Executive Summary – Today’s brief covers 2 U.S. Department of Commerce (International Trade Administration) actions. The policy instruments involved are countervailing duties (CVD) and antidumping duties (AD). Commerce issued a preliminary critical circumstances determination in part in a CVD investigation on certain fatty acids from Indonesia and preliminary results (with a partial rescission) in an AD administrative review on diffusion-annealed, nickel-plated flat-rolled steel products from Japan. Both items include standard processes for public comment and, if requested, hearings. 2) Updates by Authority DOC (Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration) – Headline (one line, bold):Certain fatty acids from Indonesia — AD_CVD (TRADE_REMEDY) Summary:Commerce preliminarily determines that critical circumstances exist, in part, in the countervailing duty investigation of certain fatty acids from Indonesia. The finding is affirmative for PT Wilmar Nabati Indonesia and “All others,” and negative for PT Musim Mas. The period of investigation is January 1, 2025, through December 31, 2025. Key Details (bullets): – Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration – Policy Type: AD_CVD – Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY – Investigation No.: C-560-849; FR Doc No. 2026-15890 – Period of Investigation: January 1, 2025–December 31, 2025 – Preliminary finding on subsidies: Commerce identified export-contingent programs as inconsistent with the SCM Agreement – Critical circumstances result: Affirmative for PT Wilmar Nabati Indonesia and “All others”; negative for PT Musim Mas – Suspension of liquidation: For PT Wilmar Nabati Indonesia and “All others,” CBP to suspend liquidation for entries on/after April 24, 2026 (90 days prior to July 23, 2026 preliminary determination publication), with cash deposits at the preliminary subsidy rates; remains in effect until further notice – Final critical circumstances determination: To be issued with the final determination in the investigation – Public comment: Case briefs due no later than seven days after the last verification report; rebuttals five days later; hearing requests due within 30 days of publication – Applicable date: August 5, 2026 – Source:– Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/certain-fatty-acids-from-indonesia-preliminary-determination-of-critical-circumstances-in-part-in-the-countervailing-duty-investigation/ – Headline (one line, bold):Diffusion-annealed nickel-plated flat-rolled steel products from Japan — AD_CVD (TRADE_REMEDY) Summary:Commerce preliminarily determines that Toyo Kohan Co., Ltd. did not sell subject merchandise at less than normal value during the May 1, 2024–April 30, 2025 period of review. Commerce also rescinds the administrative review for 14 companies due to no reviewable, suspended entries during the period. Interested parties are invited to comment on these preliminary results. Key Details (bullets): – Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration – Policy Type: AD_CVD – Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY – Case No.: A-588-869; FR Doc No. 2026-15877 – Period of Review: May 1, 2024–April 30, 2025 – Preliminary margin: Toyo Kohan Co., Ltd. — 0.00% – Rescission: Review rescinded for 14 companies (see notice Appendix II) – Verification: Conducted in June 2026; verification report to follow – Public comment: Case briefs due seven days after the verification report; rebuttals five days later; hearing requests due within 30 days of publication – Applicable date: August 5, 2026 – Source:– Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/diffusion-annealed-nickel-plated-flat-rolled-steel-products-from-japan-preliminary-results-and-rescission-in-part-of-antidumping-duty-administrative-review-2024-2025/ 3) Key Takeaways (Factual) – Commerce issued a preliminary “critical circumstances” finding in part in the CVD investigation of certain fatty acids from Indonesia, with retroactive suspension of liquidation for PT Wilmar Nabati Indonesia and “All others” to April 24, 2026. – The same determination found no critical circumstances for PT Musim Mas. – In the AD administrative review of diffusion-annealed, nickel-plated steel products from Japan, Commerce preliminarily set a 0.00% margin for Toyo Kohan Co., Ltd. – Commerce rescinded the AD review for 14 Japanese companies due to no reviewable, suspended entries during the period of review. – Both actions provide for post-preliminary public comments and, if requested, hearings under the cited regulatory timelines. 4) Full Source Links (Index) – https://lawyerfanzhang.com/certain-fatty-acids-from-indonesia-preliminary-determination-of-critical-circumstances-in-part-in-the-countervailing-duty-investigation/ (Fatty acids CVD critical circumstances — Indonesia) – https://lawyerfanzhang.com/diffusion-annealed-nickel-plated-flat-rolled-steel-products-from-japan-preliminary-results-and-rescission-in-part-of-antidumping-duty-administrative-review-2024-2025/ (Nickel-plated steel AD review — Japan) 5) Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected and summarized from publicly available U.S. government materials, including the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content presented is not an official government publication and does not represent the views of any U.S. government authority. This article is provided for informational and research purposes only and does not constitute legal advice, compliance advice, or recommendations for any specific entity or transaction. Readers should refer to the original official documents and consult qualified professionals before making decisions based on this information.
US Highlights 2026-08-03
US–China Trade Daily Hightlights | 2026-08-03 1) Executive Summary – Today’s brief covers 3 events from the U.S. Department of Commerce (International Trade Administration) and the Department of Justice. Commerce issued the final results of an antidumping administrative review on thermal paper from Germany and initiated five-year (sunset) reviews of AD/CVD orders on seamless carbon and alloy steel pipe from China. DOJ’s Antitrust Division issued a procedural notice seeking comment on extending an OMB-approved information collection for the Procurement Collusion Strike Force complaint form. The instruments involved include AD/CVD administrative reviews, AD/CVD sunset reviews, and an information collection notice. 2) Updates by Authority ### DOC (Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration) Headline (one line, bold): Thermal paper (Germany) — AD_CVD (TRADE_REMEDY) Summary (2–3 sentences): The Department of Commerce finalized the 2023–2024 antidumping duty administrative review of thermal paper from Germany, determining no sales at less than normal value during the period of review. No comments were received on the preliminary results, and Commerce made no changes. CBP will be instructed to liquidate entries from the examined producer/exporter without antidumping duties, and a 0.76 percent review-specific rate applies to certain non-examined companies. Key Details (bullets): Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration Policy Type: AD_CVD Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY Key identifiers: A-428-850; companies include Koehler Paper SE; Koehler Kehl GmbH; Convertidoras PCM, S.A. de C.V.; Papeles y Conversiones de Mexico, S.A. de C.V. Key dates: POR November 1, 2023–October 31, 2024; applicable August 3, 2026; assessment instructions to CBP no earlier than 35 days after publication Summary cites: 91 FR 14809 (March 27, 2026) preliminary results reference Source: Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/thermal-paper-from-germany-final-results-of-antidumping-duty-administrative-review-2023-2024/ Headline (one line, bold): Seamless carbon and alloy steel standard, line, and pressure pipe — AD_CVD (TRADE_REMEDY) Summary (2–3 sentences): Commerce automatically initiated the third five-year (sunset) reviews of the antidumping duty and countervailing duty orders on seamless carbon and alloy steel standard, line, and pressure pipe from China. The U.S. International Trade Commission is publishing a concurrent notice of institution covering the same orders. Parties must file notices of intent to participate within 15 days of publication and substantive responses within 30 days. Key Details (bullets): Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration Policy Type: AD_CVD Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY China Indicator: EXPLICIT Key identifiers: AD A-570-956; CVD C-570-957; ITC Nos. 731-TA-1168 and 701-TA-469 (3rd Reviews) Key dates: Applicable August 3, 2026; notice of intent to participate due within 15 days of publication; substantive responses due within 30 days; letters of appearance requested within 10 days Filing: Via ACCESS per 19 CFR 351.303; certification requirements per 19 CFR 351.303(g) Source: Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/initiation-of-five-year-sunset-reviews-7/ ### DOJ (Department of Justice) Headline (one line, bold): Procurement Collusion Strike Force complaint form — PROCEDURAL_NOTICE (OTHER) Summary (2–3 sentences): DOJ’s Antitrust Division issued a 60-day notice to extend, without change, a previously approved OMB information collection for the Procurement Collusion Strike Force (PCSF) complaint form (OMB Control No. 1105-0109). The form enables the public to submit electronically complaints, concerns, and tips regarding potential antitrust crimes affecting government procurement, grants, and program funding. Key Details (bullets): Authority: DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE Policy Type: PROCEDURAL_NOTICE Event Type: OTHER OMB Control Number: 1105-0109 Comment deadline: October 2, 2026 Burden estimate: ~100 respondents annually; 30 minutes per response; ~50 total annual burden hours Source: Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/agency-information-collection-activities-proposed-ecollection-ecomments-requested-extension-without-change-of-a-previously-approved-collection-procurement-collusion-strike-force-complaint-form/ 3) Key Takeaways (Factual) Commerce finalized the 2023–2024 AD administrative review for thermal paper from Germany with a zero margin for the examined producer/exporter and a 0.76 percent review-specific rate for certain non-examined firms. Commerce initiated the third five-year (sunset) reviews of AD and CVD orders on seamless carbon and alloy steel standard, line, and pressure pipe from China; ITC issued a concurrent institution notice. Sunset review participation deadlines include: 15 days for notices of intent to participate and 30 days for substantive responses from the date of publication. DOJ’s Antitrust Division seeks public comment on extending the PCSF complaint form information collection (OMB 1105-0109), with a 60-day comment window ending October 2, 2026. 4) Full Source Links (Index) – https://lawyerfanzhang.com/thermal-paper-from-germany-final-results-of-antidumping-duty-administrative-review-2023-2024/ (Thermal paper AD review final) – https://lawyerfanzhang.com/initiation-of-five-year-sunset-reviews-7/ (China seamless pipe AD/CVD sunset initiation) – https://lawyerfanzhang.com/agency-information-collection-activities-proposed-ecollection-ecomments-requested-extension-without-change-of-a-previously-approved-collection-procurement-collusion-strike-force-complaint-form/ (DOJ PCSF complaint form ICR notice) 5) Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected and summarized from publicly available U.S. government materials, including the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content presented is not an official government publication and does not represent the views of any U.S. government authority.This article is provided for informational and research purposes only and does not constitute legal advice, compliance advice, or recommendations for any specific entity or transaction. Readers should refer to the original official documents and consult qualified professionals before making decisions based on this information.
US Highlights 2026-07-31
US–China Trade Daily Hightlights | 2026-07-31 1) Executive Summary – Seven events are covered today, primarily from the U.S. Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration (DOC/ITA), with one item referencing the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) in the background of a continuation action. – The actions focus on antidumping and countervailing duty (AD/CVD) instruments, including expedited five-year (sunset) reviews, a preliminary CVD determination, a continuation notice, and a court decision leading to amended final results. – China-related measures include sunset review results for small vertical shaft engines and boltless steel shelving, a preliminary CVD determination on truck bed covers, and continuation of the preserved mushrooms AD order that includes China. – Non-China items include a CIT decision affecting Thai steel pipe margins, a correction to an Oman aluminum sheet review notice, and sunset results on mattresses from multiple countries. 2) Updates by Authority DOC (Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration) Small vertical shaft engines (99cc–225cc) — AD_CVD (TRADE_REMEDY) Commerce issued final results of the expedited first sunset reviews covering small vertical shaft engines from China. Commerce finds that revocation of the orders would likely lead to the continuation or recurrence of dumping and countervailable subsidies at specified levels. The determinations maintain the AD/CVD framework established in 2021. – Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration – Policy Type: AD_CVD – Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY – China Indicator: EXPLICIT – AD case no.: A-570-124; CVD case no.: C-570-125 – AD final result: Dumping margins likely to prevail up to 541.75 percent – CVD final result: Net countervailable subsidy rates — Chongqing Kohler Engines Ltd: 2.84%; Chongqing Zongshen General Power Machine Co.: 18.13%; All Others: 10.46% – Dates: Applicable July 31, 2026 (AD and CVD notices); AD signed July 28, 2026; CVD signed July 29, 2026 – Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/certain-vertical-shaft-engines-between-99cc-and-up-to-225cc-and-parts-thereof-from-the-peoples-republic-of-china-final-results-of-the-expedited-first-sunset-review-of-the-countervailing-duty-order/ – Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/certain-vertical-shaft-engines-between-99cc-and-up-to-225cc-and-parts-thereof-small-vertical-engines-from-the-peoples-republic-of-china-final-results-of-the-expedited-first-sunset-review-of-the-a/ Truck bed covers — AD_CVD (TRADE_REMEDY) Commerce preliminarily finds countervailable subsidies for truck bed covers from China for the 2025 period of investigation. Company-specific estimated subsidy rates include 30.38% and 8.72% for two mandatory respondents, 100.95% for several companies based on adverse facts available, and a 20.25% all-others rate. Commerce will suspend liquidation and require cash deposits and invites comments. – Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration – Policy Type: AD_CVD – Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY – China Indicator: EXPLICIT – Case no.: C-570-224 – POI: January 1, 2025–December 31, 2025 – Preliminary rates: Changzhou Sunwood International Trading Co., Ltd: 30.38%; Hangzhou Golden Sun Auto Parts Co., Ltd: 8.72%; Century Distribution Systems (Shenzhen) Ltd; Foshan Baitai Auto Accessories Co.; Shenzhen Haishang Wanyun Supply Chain Management Co., Ltd; Shenzhen Longhua Supply Chain Co., Ltd; Shenzhen Maichuang International; Shenzhen Qianhai Yahee E-Commerce Co., Ltd: 100.95% (AFA); All Others: 20.25% – Dates: Applicable July 31, 2026; preliminary determination postponed to July 27, 2026 – Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/truck-bed-covers-from-china-preliminary-affirmative-countervailing-duty-determination/ Preserved mushrooms — AD_CVD (TRADE_REMEDY) Commerce continues the AD orders on certain preserved mushrooms from Chile, China, India, and Indonesia. The action follows Commerce’s sunset review finding of likely continuation or recurrence of dumping and the ITC’s determination of likely continuation or recurrence of material injury. Cash deposits will continue at rates in effect as of the effective date. – Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration – Policy Type: AD_CVD – Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY – China Indicator: EXPLICIT – Case nos.: A-337-804 (Chile); A-570-851 (China); A-533-813 (India); A-560-802 (Indonesia) – Effective date of continuation: July 16, 2026 – Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/certain-preserved-mushrooms-from-chile-the-peoples-republic-of-china-india-and-indonesia-continuation-of-antidumping-duty-orders/ Boltless steel shelving units — AD_CVD (TRADE_REMEDY) In the second expedited sunset review, Commerce finds that revoking the AD order on boltless steel shelving units prepackaged for sale from China would likely lead to continuation or recurrence of dumping. Commerce identifies weighted-average dumping margins likely to prevail of up to 112.68 percent. No respondent substantive responses were received. – Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration – Policy Type: AD_CVD – Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY – China Indicator: EXPLICIT – Case no.: A-570-018 – Date: Applicable July 31, 2026 – Margins likely to prevail: Up to 112.68% – Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/boltless-steel-shelving-units-prepackaged-for-sale-from-the-peoples-republic-of-china-final-results-of-the-expedited-sunset-review-of-the-antidumping-duty-order/ CWP pipes and tubes (Thailand) — AD_CVD (TRADE_REMEDY) The U.S. Court of International Trade issued a final judgment not in harmony with Commerce’s prior final results for circular welded carbon steel pipes and tubes from Thailand (POR 03/01/2019–02/29/2020), sustaining Commerce’s third remand results. Commerce amends the final results, assigning 14.74% dumping margins to Saha Thai Steel Pipe Public Co., Ltd. and Thai Premium Pipe Co., Ltd. Existing cash deposit rates remain unchanged due to superseding results in a subsequent review. – Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration – Policy Type: AD_CVD – Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY – Case no.: A-549-502 – CIT case: Saha Thai Steel Pipe Public Company Limited v. United States, Court No. 21-00627; CIT Slip Op. 26-76 (July 17, 2026) – Amended margins: Saha Thai: 14.74%; Thai Premium: 14.74% – Dates: Applicable July 27, 2026 – Note: No revised cash deposit instructions because superseding cash deposit rates are in effect – Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/circular-welded-carbon-steel-pipes-and-tubes-from-thailand-notice-of-court-decision-not-in-harmony-with-the-results-of-antidumping-duty-administrative-review-notice-of-amended-final-results/ Common alloy aluminum sheet (Oman) — AD_CVD (TRADE_REMEDY) Commerce corrects a May 29, 2026 notice amending the 2023–2024 AD administrative review final results for common alloy aluminum sheet from Oman. The correction clarifies that “Oman Aluminium Rolling Company SPC” should be listed under an “exporter/producer” header in the rate table, not under “exporter.” – Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration – Policy Type: AD_CVD – Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY – Case no.: A-523-814 – Correction to: 91 FR 32005 (May 29, 2026) – Date of correction: Signed July 28, 2026; published July 31, 2026 – Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/common-alloy-aluminum-sheet-from-the-sultanate-of-oman-amended-final-results-of-antidumping-duty-administrative-review-2023-2024-correction/ Mattresses (Cambodia, Malaysia, Serbia, Thailand, Türkiye, Vietnam) — AD_CVD (TRADE_REMEDY) Commerce completes expedited first sunset reviews of AD orders on mattresses from six countries and finds that revocation would likely lead to continuation or recurrence of dumping. The notice identifies margins likely to prevail, including up to 763.28% for Thailand and 668.38% for Vietnam. – Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration – Policy Type: AD_CVD – Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY – Case nos.: A-555-001 (Cambodia); A-557-818 (Malaysia); A-801-002 (Serbia); A-549-841 (Thailand); A-489-841 (Türkiye); A-552-827
US Highlights 2026-07-30
US–China Trade Daily Hightlights | 2026-07-30 1) Executive Summary – Today’s briefing covers 12 U.S. trade actions and determinations. The main authorities involved are the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) and the Department of Commerce’s International Trade Administration (DOC/ITA). Policy instruments include Section 337 investigations, antidumping (AD), and countervailing duty (CVD) measures, spanning final and preliminary determinations as well as administrative reviews. China-related items include a Section 337 solar proceeding, an AD review on hydrofluorocarbon blends from China, and a preliminary CVD investigation on large diameter graphite electrodes from China. 2) Updates by Authority ITC — U.S. International Trade Commission – Headline:TOPCon solar cells and modules — ITC_337 (Determination) Summary:The ITC determined not to review an initial determination (Order No. 18) granting the motion of IC Star Solar (USA) LLC d/b/a Imperial Star to intervene in Investigation No. 337-TA-1494. The underlying investigation was instituted based on a complaint by First Solar, Inc. alleging infringement of U.S. Patent No. 9,130,074 related to certain TOPCon solar cells, modules, panels, components, and products containing the same. Key Details:– Authority: INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION– Policy Type: ITC_337– Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY– China Indicator: EXPLICIT– Investigation No.: 337-TA-1494; Order No. 18– Noted parties and developments: First Solar complaint; intervention granted to Imperial Star; earlier interventions included BYD America LLC and Tesla, Inc.; several respondents terminated by withdrawal– Key dates: Commission vote July 27, 2026; notice issued July 28, 2026; investigation instituted March 30, 2026– Source: – Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/certain-topcon-solar-cells-modules-panels-components-thereof-and-products-containing-same-notice-of-a-commission-determination-not-to-review-an-initial-determination-granting-the-motion-to-interv/ DOC — Department of Commerce (International Trade Administration) – Headline:Steel concrete reinforcing bar (Bulgaria) — AD_CVD (Final AD determination) Summary:Commerce issued a final affirmative determination that steel concrete reinforcing bar (rebar) from Bulgaria was sold in the United States at less than fair value (LTFV) for the POI April 1, 2024–March 31, 2025. Commerce calculated a company-specific margin for Promet Steel JSC, which also applies as the all-others rate, and will continue suspension of liquidation. Key Details:– Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration– Policy Type: AD_CVD– Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY– Investigation No.: A-487-002– Margins: Promet Steel JSC 53.27%; All Others 53.27%– Dates: Applicable July 30, 2026; preliminary determination published March 13, 2026– Source: – Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/steel-concrete-reinforcing-bar-from-bulgaria-final-affirmative-determination-of-sales-at-less-than-fair-value/ – Headline:Steel concrete reinforcing bar (Egypt) — AD_CVD (Final AD determination) Summary:Commerce finalized its affirmative AD determination on rebar from Egypt for the POI April 1, 2024–March 31, 2025. The Ezz Group received a calculated margin, two companies received rates based on adverse facts available, and the all-others rate matches the Ezz Group. Key Details:– Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration– Policy Type: AD_CVD– Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY– Investigation No.: A-729-805– Margins: Ezz Group 34.20%; All Others 34.20%; El Marakby Steel 52.73% (AFA); Suez Steel Company 52.73% (AFA)– Dates: Applicable July 30, 2026; preliminary determination March 13, 2026– Source: – Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/steel-concrete-reinforcing-bar-from-egypt-final-affirmative-determination-of-sales-at-less-than-fair-value/ – Headline:Steel concrete reinforcing bar (Egypt) — AD_CVD (Final CVD determination) Summary:Commerce issued a final affirmative CVD determination finding countervailable subsidies for rebar from Egypt during the POI January 1, 2024–December 31, 2024. The Ezz Group’s rate also serves as the all-others rate. Suspension of liquidation from the preliminary phase was discontinued after four months per statute, with final actions contingent on the ITC’s injury determination. Key Details:– Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration– Policy Type: AD_CVD– Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY– Investigation No.: C-729-806– Subsidy rates: Ezz Group 23.27%; All Others 23.27%– Dates: Applicable July 30, 2026; preliminary determination January 13, 2026; provisional measures discontinued May 13, 2026– Source: – Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/steel-concrete-reinforcing-bar-from-egypt-final-affirmative-countervailing-duty-determination/ – Headline:Steel concrete reinforcing bar (Vietnam) — AD_CVD (Final AD determination) Summary:Commerce finalized its affirmative AD determination on rebar from Vietnam for the POI October 1, 2024–March 31, 2025. Hoa Phat Steel (collapsed group) received a calculated margin; the Vietnam-wide entity received an AFA rate. Commerce notes adjustments for export subsidies for cash deposits, subject to related CVD outcomes. Key Details:– Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration– Policy Type: AD_CVD– Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY– Investigation No.: A-552-853– Margins: Hoa Phat Steel (collapsed) 128.53% (cash deposit adjusted to 123.49% per notice); Vietnam-wide entity 136.57% (cash deposit adjusted to 131.53%)– Dates: Applicable July 30, 2026; preliminary determination March 13, 2026– Source: – Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/steel-concrete-reinforcing-bar-from-the-socialist-republic-of-vietnam-final-affirmative-determination-of-sales-at-less-than-fair-value/ – Headline:Steel concrete reinforcing bar (Vietnam) — AD_CVD (Final CVD determination) Summary:Commerce issued a final affirmative CVD determination for rebar from Vietnam for the POI January 1, 2024–December 31, 2024, with Hoa Phat Group and all others receiving the same subsidy rate. Provisional measures from the preliminary phase ended after four months; final cash deposit and suspension actions depend on the ITC’s injury decision. Key Details:– Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration– Policy Type: AD_CVD– Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY– Investigation No.: C-552-854– Subsidy rates: Hoa Phat Group 6.80%; All Others 6.80%– Dates: Applicable July 30, 2026; preliminary determination January 13, 2026; provisional measures discontinued May 13, 2026– Source: – Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/steel-concrete-reinforcing-bar-from-the-socialist-republic-of-vietnam-final-affirmative-countervailing-duty-determination/ – Headline:Raw honey (Argentina) — AD_CVD (Amended final AD review results; correction) Summary:Commerce amended the final results of the 2023–2024 AD administrative review on raw honey from Argentina to correct ministerial errors affecting Asociación de Cooperativas Argentinas C.L. (ACA). The weighted-average dumping margin for ACA, and the review-specific rate for non-examined companies, was revised to 17.76%. Commerce also corrected the listing of companies previously rescinded from the review. Key Details:– Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration– Policy Type: AD_CVD– Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY– POR: June 1, 2023–May 31, 2024– Amended margins: ACA 17.76%; Review-specific rate for non-examined companies 17.76%– Dates: Applicable July 30, 2026; original final results published June 12, 2026– Source: – Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/raw-honey-from-argentina-amended-final-results-of-antidumping-duty-administrative-review-and-notice-of-correction-2023-2024/ – Headline:Ripe olives (Spain) — AD_CVD (Final CVD review results) Summary:Commerce finalized 2023 CVD administrative review results for ripe olives from Spain, finding countervailable subsidies for certain exporters/producers. Company-specific subsidy rates were assigned, and assessment and cash deposit instructions will follow. Key Details:– Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration– Policy Type: AD_CVD– Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY– Case No.: C-469-818– POR: January 1, 2023–December 31, 2023– Subsidy rates: Agro Sevilla Aceitunas S.Coop.And 4.80%; Angel Camacho Alimentación, S.L. (and cross-owned affiliates) 25.21%– Dates: Applicable July 30, 2026– Source: – Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/ripe-olives-from-spain-final-results-of-countervailing-duty-administrative-review-2023/ –
US Highlights 2026-07-30
US–China Trade Daily Hightlights | 2026-07-30 1) Executive Summary Today’s brief covers 25 items from the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), Department of Commerce (DOC), Office of the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), and the Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC). Actions span AD/CVD determinations and orders, Section 337 investigations, Section 301 tariff actions, procedural notices, scope/circumvention inquiries, and sanctions updates. Notable developments include USTR’s Section 301 actions related to forced labor (applicable to 60 economies including China), multiple final and preliminary DOC rulings (including L‑lysine from China), several new ITC Section 337 investigations (with Chinese respondents in battery and child carrier matters), and OFAC sanctions designations and technical rule updates. 2) Updates by Authority ITC — U.S. International Trade Commission Glyphosate (from China) — AD/CVD (TRADE_REMEDY) – Summary: ITC announced termination of preliminary phase antidumping and countervailing duty investigations Nos. 701-TA-799 and 731-TA-1795 covering glyphosate from China following petition withdrawal. – Key Details: – Authority: INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION – Policy Type: AD_CVD – Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY – China Indicator: EXPLICIT – Investigations: 701-TA-799; 731-TA-1795 (Preliminary) – Date: Issued July 24, 2026; Federal Register July 29, 2026 – Source: – Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/glyphosate-from-china-termination-of-investigations/ Adjustable Child Carriers — ITC_337 (TRADE_REMEDY) – Summary: ITC instituted Section 337 investigation No. 337-TA-1514 on certain adjustable child carriers based on patent infringement allegations; respondents include entities in China and other jurisdictions. – Key Details: – Authority: INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION – Policy Type: ITC_337 – Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY – China Indicator: EXPLICIT – Investigation: 337-TA-1514 – Date: Issued July 22, 2026; Federal Register July 27, 2026 – Source: – Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/certain-adjustable-child-carriers-and-components-thereof-notice-of-institution-of-investigation/ Dermatological Treatment Devices (RF microneedling) — ITC_337 (TRADE_REMEDY) – Summary: ITC instituted Section 337 investigation No. 337-TA-1515 concerning certain dermatological treatment devices over alleged patent infringement; multiple non-China respondents named. – Key Details: – Authority: INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION – Policy Type: ITC_337 – Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY – Investigation: 337-TA-1515 – Date: Issued July 22, 2026; Federal Register July 27, 2026 – Source: – Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/certain-dermatological-treatment-devices-and-components-thereof-ii-notice-of-institution-of-investigation/ Secondary Cylindrical Batteries — ITC_337 Public Interest Comments (TRADE_REMEDY) – Summary: ITC received a complaint (DN 3926) regarding certain secondary cylindrical batteries and is soliciting public interest comments on potential remedial orders; respondents include Chinese and other companies. – Key Details: – Authority: INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION – Policy Type: ITC_337 – Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY – China Indicator: EXPLICIT – Docket: Docket No. 3926 – Comment Deadline: Eight calendar days after Federal Register publication (July 27, 2026) – Source: – Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/notice-of-receipt-of-complaint-solicitation-of-comments-relating-to-the-public-interest-36/ Anode Materials for Battery Cells — ITC_337 (TRADE_REMEDY) – Summary: ITC instituted investigation No. 337-TA-1513 on certain anode materials for use in battery cells and batteries alleged to infringe U.S. patents; respondents include entities in China. – Key Details: – Authority: INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION – Policy Type: ITC_337 – Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY – China Indicator: EXPLICIT – Investigation: 337-TA-1513 – Date: Issued July 21, 2026; Federal Register July 24, 2026 – Source: – Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/certain-anode-materials-for-use-in-battery-cells-and-batteries-notice-of-institution-of-investigation/ DOC — Department of Commerce (International Trade Administration) CSPV (China) — AD/CVD (TRADE_REMEDY) – Summary: Commerce initiated changed circumstances reviews to consider partial revocation of China AD/CVD orders on certain off-grid small portable crystalline silicon photovoltaic panels; key industry parties indicated no opposition. – Key Details: – Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration – Policy Type: AD_CVD – Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY – China Indicator: EXPLICIT – Orders: A-570-979, C-570-980, A-570-010, C-570-011 – Date: Applicable July 29, 2026 – Comments: Due within 14 days of Federal Register publication; rebuttals within 7 days – Source: – Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/notice-of-initiation-of-changed-circumstances-reviews-and-consideration-of-revocation-of-the-antidumping-and-countervailing-duty-orders-in-part-antidumping-and-countervailing-duty-orders-on-crystal/ Chassis and Subassemblies (China) — CVD Sunset Final (TRADE_REMEDY) – Summary: Commerce’s expedited first sunset review finds revocation of the CVD order would likely lead to continuation/recurrence of subsidies; likely rates cited. – Key Details: – Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration – Policy Type: AD_CVD – Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY – China Indicator: EXPLICIT – Order: C-570-136 – Final Likely Rates: 44.32% (Qingdao CIMC/Dongguan CIMC, All Others) – Date: July 29, 2026 – Source: – Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/certain-chassis-and-subassemblies-thereof-from-the-peoples-republic-of-china-final-results-of-the-expedited-first-sunset-review-of-the-countervailing-duty-order/ Monomers & Oligomers (Korea) — AD Order (TRADE_REMEDY) – Summary: Commerce issued the AD order on certain monomers and oligomers from Korea following affirmative Commerce/ITC determinations; unliquidated entries since January 5, 2026 are subject to duties (with provisional gap rules). – Key Details: – Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration – Policy Type: AD_CVD – Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY – Order: A-580-921 – Margins: 65.72% (Green Chemical/All Others); 155.42% (AFA for some firms) – Date: July 28, 2026 – Source: – Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/certain-monomers-and-oligomers-from-the-republic-of-korea-antidumping-duty-order/ Mattresses (China) — CVD Sunset Final (TRADE_REMEDY) – Summary: Commerce’s expedited first sunset review finds revocation of the China CVD order on mattresses would likely result in subsidy continuation/recurrence; likely rates provided. – Key Details: – Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration – Policy Type: AD_CVD – Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY – China Indicator: EXPLICIT – Order: C-570-128 – Final Likely Rate: 97.78% (several named companies and All Others) – Date: July 24, 2026 – Source: – Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/mattresses-from-the-peoples-republic-of-china-final-results-of-the-expedited-first-sunset-review-of-the-countervailing-duty-order/ Pasta (Italy) — CVD Admin Review Final (TRADE_REMEDY) – Summary: Commerce finalized CVD review for calendar year 2023; subsidy rates found for certain producers and non-selected companies. – Key Details: – Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration – Policy Type: AD_CVD – Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY – Order: C-475-819 – Final Rates: De Matteis 3.32%; Granoro 3.21%; Non-selected 3.32% – Date: July 24, 2026 – Source: – Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/certain-pasta-from-italy-final-results-of-countervailing-duty-administrative-review-2023/ Crepe Paper (China) — AD Order Continuation (TRADE_REMEDY) – Summary: Following sunset reviews by Commerce and ITC, the AD order on certain crepe paper products from China is continued. – Key Details: – Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration – Policy Type: AD_CVD – Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY – China Indicator: EXPLICIT – Effective: July 14, 2026 – Source: – Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/certain-crepe-paper-products-from-the-peoples-republic-of-china-continuation-of-antidumping-duty-order/ Phosphate Fertilizers (Morocco) — CVD Sunset Preliminary (TRADE_REMEDY) – Summary: Commerce preliminarily finds revocation of the CVD order would likely lead to subsidy continuation/recurrence; preliminary rates listed. – Key Details: – Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration – Policy Type: AD_CVD –
US Highlights 2026-07-23
US–China Trade Daily Highlights | 2026-07-23 1) Executive Summary Today’s briefing covers three China-related events and five additional global trade remedy actions published by the U.S. Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration (ITA). The agencies involved include Enforcement and Compliance. The main policy instruments addressed are antidumping (AD), countervailing duty (CVD), and related scope and circumvention inquiries. Notably, Commerce issued a final CVD determination and an LTFV determination on L-lysine from China, and initiated scope and circumvention inquiries concerning alkyl phosphate esters from China. 2) Updates by Authority DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration L-Lysine from China — Countervailing Duty (Final Determination) The Department of Commerce determined that countervailable subsidies are being provided to producers and exporters of L-lysine from the People’s Republic of China. The investigation period covers January 1, 2024, through December 31, 2024. – Authority: Department of Commerce, Enforcement and Compliance– Policy Type: AD/CVD– Event Type: Trade Remedy Final Determination– China Indicator: Explicit– Key Details: – Investigation No. C-570-216 – Inner Mongolia Eppen Biotech Co., Ltd. received a rate of 48.21% – All others rate: 48.21% – Commerce notified the ITC for injury determination within 45 days – Applicable date: July 23, 2026– Link: L-lysine from China: Final Affirmative Countervailing Duty Determination L-Lysine from China — Antidumping Duty (Final Determination of Sales at Less Than Fair Value) Commerce determined that L-lysine from China is being or is likely to be sold in the United States at less than fair value. The investigation period is October 1, 2024, through March 31, 2025. – Authority: Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration– Policy Type: AD/CVD– Event Type: Trade Remedy Final Determination– China Indicator: Explicit– Key Details: – Period of Investigation: October 1, 2024 – March 31, 2025 – The notice affirms Commerce’s findings of dumping margins (rates not provided in abstract) – Applicable regulations: Tariff Act of 1930– Link: L-lysine from China: Final Affirmative Determination of Sales at Less Than Fair Value Certain Alkyl Phosphate Esters from China — Scope Inquiry and Deferral of Circumvention Inquiry Commerce self-initiated a scope inquiry to determine whether spray-foam systems from China, separately or as part of a system, are covered by the existing AD and CVD orders on certain alkyl phosphate esters. The circumvention inquiry on these imports will be deferred pending the scope inquiry outcome. – Authority: Department of Commerce, Enforcement and Compliance– Policy Type: AD/CVD– Event Type: Scope Inquiry and Deferral Notice– China Indicator: Explicit– Key Details: – Federal Register citation: [FR Doc. 2026-14832] – Orders cover esters with ≥6.5% phosphorus content and viscosity 1–2000 mPa·s – Inquiry covers esters-containing spray-foam systems from China – Applicable date: July 23, 2026– Link: Alkyl Phosphate Esters from China: Scope Inquiry and Deferral of Circumvention Inquiry Certain Alkyl Phosphate Esters from China — Circumvention Inquiry on Imports Assembled in Canada Commerce initiated a country-wide circumvention inquiry at the request of ICL-IP America, Inc. to determine whether spray-foam systems from Canada, assembled using Chinese-origin components, are circumventing existing AD and CVD orders on alkyl phosphate esters from China. – Authority: Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration– Policy Type: AD/CVD– Event Type: Circumvention Inquiry Initiation– China Indicator: Explicit– Key Details: – Subject: Canadian-assembled spray-foam systems incorporating Chinese alkyl phosphate esters – Country-wide inquiry under section 781 of the Tariff Act of 1930 – Initiated in response to a request filed by ICL-IP America, Inc.– Link: Alkyl Phosphate Esters from China: Canada Circumvention Inquiry 3) Key Takeaways (Factual) – Commerce issued final affirmative determinations in both the countervailing duty and antidumping duty investigations of L-lysine from China, confirming subsidization and sales at less than fair value.– The agency also notified the ITC to make corresponding injury determinations within statutory deadlines.– Two related proceedings were initiated on alkyl phosphate esters from China, one concerning a scope inquiry and deferred circumvention inquiry for direct imports, and another on possible circumvention through assembly in Canada.– The actions demonstrate continued application of scope and circumvention tools under sections 781(c) and 782 of the Tariff Act.– All determinations were published in the Federal Register, Volume 91, Issue 140 (July 23, 2026). 4) Full Source Links (Index) – L-lysine from China – Final CVD Determination– L-lysine from China – Final Antidumping Determination– Alkyl Phosphate Esters from China – Scope Inquiry and Deferral Notice– Alkyl Phosphate Esters from China – Canada Circumvention Inquiry 5) Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected and summarized from publicly available U.S. government materials, including the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). 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US Highlights 2026-07-21
US–China Trade Daily Highlights | 2026-07-21 1) Executive Summary Eight China-related trade policy events were published in today’s Federal Register. The principal agencies include the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) and the Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration (ITA). Actions span Section 337 investigations, antidumping (AD) and countervailing duty (CVD) proceedings, covering transformers, nanolaminate metal parts, and hardwood/decorative plywood from China, Vietnam, and Indonesia, as well as a CVD review involving Indonesia. Instruments used include notices of complaint, public interest comment solicitations, final determinations of violation or no violation, and preliminary or final duty determinations. 2) Updates by Authority INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION (ITC) Transformers and Components — ITC Section 337 (Notice of Complaint, Solicitation of Public Interest Comments)The Commission announced receipt of a complaint titled Certain Transformers and Components Thereof, Docket No. 3925, filed July 16, 2026, by Ayr Energy Inc. alleging violations of Section 337 related to importation and sale of certain transformers and parts. Respondents include Zetwerk Manufacturing (India, U.S.), KRYFS Power Components Ltd. (India), and Unimacts Global (U.S.). The Commission seeks public comments on potential public interest issues concerning possible exclusion and cease-and-desist orders. Authority: INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION Policy Type: ITC_337 Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY China Indicator: NONE Dates: Complaint filed July 16, 2026; notice published July 21, 2026 Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/notice-of-receipt-of-complaint-solicitation-of-comments-relating-to-the-public-interest-35/ Nanolaminate Alloy Coated Metal Parts — ITC Section 337 (Final Determination: No Violation)The ITC reviewed and affirmed, with modified analysis, the final initial determination in Investigation No. 337-TA‑1431, finding no violation of Section 337 regarding nanolaminate alloy–coated metal parts alleged by Modumetal Inc. against multiple respondents, including companies in China, Taiwan, India, and the Philippines. The Commission confirmed non‑infringement and failure to satisfy the domestic industry technical prong. The investigation is terminated. Authority: INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION Policy Type: ITC_337 Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY China Indicator: EXPLICIT Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/certain-nanolaminate-alloy-coated-metal-parts-and-products-containing-same-notice-of-commission-decision-to-review-and-on-review-to-affirm-a-final-initial-determination-finding-no-violation-of-sec/ DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE (DOC)International Trade Administration (Enforcement and Compliance) Carbon and Alloy Steel Cut-to-Length Plate (France) — Antidumping Duty Administrative Review (Preliminary Results)Commerce preliminarily determined that Dillinger France S.A. made no sales below normal value for the 2024–2025 review period. Interested parties may comment before final results, expected within 120 days of publication. Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration Policy Type: AD_CVD Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY China Indicator: NONE Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/certain-carbon-and-alloy-steel-cut-to-length-plate-from-france-preliminary-results-of-antidumping-duty-administrative-review-2024-2025/ Hardwood and Decorative Plywood (Vietnam) — Final Antidumping DeterminationCommerce issued a final affirmative determination finding that hardwood and decorative plywood from Vietnam is sold at less than fair value. The investigation period is October 1, 2024–March 31, 2025. The all-others weighted‑average dumping margin equals 90.12% (84.95% adjusted). No critical circumstances were found. Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration Policy Type: AD_CVD Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY China Indicator: IMPLICIT Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/hardwood-and-decorative-plywood-from-the-socialist-republic-of-vietnam-final-affirmative-determination-of-sales-at-less-than-fair-value-and-final-negative-determination-of-critical-circumstances/ Hardwood and Decorative Plywood (Vietnam) — Final Countervailing Duty DeterminationCommerce determined that countervailable subsidies exist for plywood producers/exporters from Vietnam, with final subsidy rates of 47.68 percent for Trieu Thai Son Co., Ltd./Nhat Duy Production and Trading Co., Ltd. and 165.39 percent for Junma Phu Tho Co., Ltd. Critical circumstances were found for Junma. Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration Policy Type: AD_CVD Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY China Indicator: EXPLICIT (subsidies linked to Chinese inputs noted in record) Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/hardwood-and-decorative-plywood-from-the-socialist-republic-of-vietnam-final-affirmative-countervailing-duty-determination-and-final-affirmative-critical-circumstances-determination-in-part/ Hardwood and Decorative Plywood (Indonesia) — Final Antidumping DeterminationCommerce determined that plywood imports from Indonesia are sold at less than fair value. Final company-specific rates: 23.88 percent for PT Sengon Indah Mas/PT Java Wood Industri and 15.40 percent for PT Wijaya Cahaya Timber Tbk./PT Wijaya Triutama Plywood Industri. The all‑others rate is 18.10 percent. Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration Policy Type: AD_CVD Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY China Indicator: EXPLICIT (parallel China case referenced) Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/hardwood-and-decorative-plywood-from-indonesia-final-affirmative-determination-of-sales-at-less-than-fair-value/ Hardwood and Decorative Plywood (China) — Final Countervailing Duty DeterminationCommerce determined that countervailable subsidies are being provided to Chinese producers/exporters of plywood. Key named respondents, including Linyi Evergreen Wood Co., Ltd. and Xuzhou Shelter Import and Export Co., Ltd., received an 88.96 percent rate based on adverse facts available. Commerce also found affirmative critical circumstances for these and all other respondents. Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration Policy Type: AD_CVD Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY China Indicator: EXPLICIT Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/hardwood-and-decorative-plywood-from-the-peoples-republic-of-china-final-affirmative-countervailing-duty-determination-and-final-affirmative-critical-circumstances-determination/ Hardwood and Decorative Plywood (China) — Final Antidumping DeterminationCommerce affirmed that plywood from China is sold at less than fair value, assigning a 187.27 percent dumping margin (China‑wide entity rate). Critical circumstances were confirmed for the same group of exporters and the China‑wide entity. Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration Policy Type: AD_CVD Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY China Indicator: EXPLICIT Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/hardwood-and-decorative-plywood-from-the-peoples-republic-of-china-final-determination-of-sales-at-less-than-fair-value-and-final-affirmative-determination-of-critical-circumstances/ Hardwood and Decorative Plywood (Indonesia) — Final Countervailing Duty DeterminationCommerce determined that Indonesian plywood producers/exporters received countervailable subsidies. The final rates are 4.22 percent for PT Sengon Indah Mas, 58.39 percent for PT Wijaya Cahaya Timber Tbk., 128.66 percent (AFA) for PT Mustika Buana Sejahtera, and 40.87 percent for all others. Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration Policy Type: AD_CVD Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY China Indicator: IMPLICIT Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/hardwood-and-decorative-plywood-from-indonesia-final-affirmative-countervailing-duty-determination/ 3) Key Takeaways (Factual) The U.S. ITC received a new Section 337 transformer complaint while closing another on nanolaminate metal parts with a “no violation” finding. Commerce concluded final AD/CVD determinations for hardwood and decorative plywood from China, Vietnam, and Indonesia, with China’s rates above 180 percent for AD and about 89 percent for CVD. Vietnam’s plywood exports were found to be dumped (≈ 90 percent) and subsidized (≈ 48 percent for main respondents), with partial critical circumstances. Indonesia’s producers were also found to have both dumping and subsidization, with varied rates among respondents. No China content was identified in the ITC transformer case, whereas several plywood investigations referenced Chinese inputs or linkages in subsidy programs. 4) Full Source Links (Index) Notice – Transformers, public interest solicitation (ITC Docket 3925) Nanolaminate Alloy Coated Metal Parts – No Sec 337 Violation Carbon & Alloy Steel Plate (France) – AD Preliminary Review Vietnam Plywood – AD Final Determination Vietnam Plywood – CVD Final Determination Indonesia Plywood – AD Final Determination China Plywood – CVD Final Determination China Plywood – AD Final Determination Indonesia Plywood – CVD Final Determination 5) Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected and summarized from publicly available U.S. government materials, including the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content presented is not an official government publication and does not represent the views of any U.S. government authority. 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US Highlights 2026-07-20
US–China Trade Daily Highlights | 2026-07-20 1) Executive Summary Six trade remedy events were covered today, primarily from the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) and the U.S. Department of Commerce (DOC). The ITC issued new investigations under Sections 201 and 337, and instituted preliminary antidumping (AD) and countervailing duty (CVD) investigations. The DOC released both preliminary and final administrative review results related to aluminum sheet and passenger vehicle tires. Main policy tools referenced include AD/CVD proceedings, Section 201 global safeguard investigations, and Section 337 intellectual property investigations. 2) Updates by Authority INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION (ITC – U.S. International Trade Commission) Lamb Meat — Global Safeguard Investigation (Institution and Scheduling) The ITC initiated Investigation No. TA-201-80 under Section 202 of the Trade Act of 1974 following a request from the U.S. Trade Representative. The inquiry will determine whether increased imports of fresh, chilled, or frozen lamb meat are a substantial cause of serious injury to the U.S. domestic industry. The Commission found the case to be “extraordinarily complicated,” extending the deadline for the injury determination to November 13, 2026, and the final report submission to the President to January 11, 2027. Public hearings on injury and remedy are scheduled for October 16 and December 1, 2026, respectively. – Authority: U.S. International Trade Commission – Policy Type: Other (Section 201 safeguard) – Event Type: Institution of Investigation – Investigation No.: TA-201-80 – Key Dates: Injury determination by Nov. 13, 2026; Report to President by Jan. 11, 2027 – Link: lamb-meat-institution-of-investigation Foundry Coke — Section 337 Investigation (Institution) The ITC instituted Investigation No. 337-TA-1512 based on a complaint by SunCoke Technology and Development LLC and Jewell Coke Company L.P. against multiple European respondents. The complaint alleges violations of Section 337 by importation and sale of foundry coke products that infringe U.S. Patent Nos. 12,600,915 and 12,331,367. Complainants seek a limited exclusion order and cease and desist orders. – Authority: U.S. International Trade Commission – Policy Type: ITC_337 (Intellectual Property / Unfair Import) – Event Type: Institution of Investigation – Investigation No.: 337-TA-1512 – Filed: June 15, 2026 – Link: foundry-coke-itc-investigation Welded Stainless Steel Line and Pressure Pipe — AD/CVD Investigations (Institution and Scheduling) The ITC began preliminary phase investigations Nos. 701-TA-800-801 and 731-TA-1796-1798 to determine whether U.S. industry is materially injured or threatened with injury by imports of welded stainless steel line and pressure pipe from India, Turkey, and the United Arab Emirates. The products are alleged to be sold at less than fair value and subsidized by India and Turkey. The ITC must issue its preliminary determination by August 31, 2026, unless extended, with views transmitted to Commerce by September 8, 2026. – Authority: U.S. International Trade Commission – Policy Type: AD/CVD – Event Type: Institution of Antidumping and Countervailing Duty Investigations – Investigations Nos.: 701-TA-800-801, 731-TA-1796-1798 – Petition Filed: July 15, 2026 – Link: welded-stainless-steel-pipe-adcvd Dynamic Random Access Memory (DRAM) Devices — Section 337 Investigation (Institution) The ITC instituted Investigation No. 337-TA-1511 after a complaint from Netlist, Inc. concerning alleged infringement of U.S. Patent Nos. 12,646,537 and 12,650,937. The complaint targets imports of DDR5 and high bandwidth memory DRAM devices, and products containing them, by several major technology companies. The complainant seeks limited exclusion and cease and desist orders. – Authority: U.S. International Trade Commission – Policy Type: ITC_337 (Intellectual Property / Unfair Import) – Event Type: Institution of Investigation – Investigation No.: 337-TA-1511 – Complaint Filed: June 16, 2026 – Link: dram-devices-itc-investigation DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE (International Trade Administration) Common Alloy Aluminum Sheet from Oman — AD Administrative Review (Preliminary Results) Commerce preliminarily determined that Oman Aluminium Rolling Company SPC sold aluminum sheet in the U.S. at less than normal value during the review period April 1, 2024–March 31, 2025. The preliminary weighted-average dumping margin is 2.23%. Interested parties are invited to comment before final results are issued. – Authority: U.S. Department of Commerce, Enforcement and Compliance – Policy Type: AD_CVD – Event Type: Preliminary Results of Administrative Review – Period of Review: Apr. 1, 2024 – Mar. 31, 2025 – Dumping Margin (Preliminary): 2.23% – Link: aluminum-sheet-oman-ad-review Passenger Vehicle and Light Truck Tires from Thailand — AD Administrative Review (Final Results) Commerce issued final results for the 2023–2024 review, determining that Sentury Tire (Thailand) Co., Ltd. sold subject merchandise below normal value, while Sumitomo Rubber (Thailand) Co., Ltd. did not. Sentury’s final weighted-average dumping margin is 2.90%, with the same rate assigned to non-examined firms; Sumitomo’s margin is 0.00%. – Authority: U.S. Department of Commerce, Enforcement and Compliance – Policy Type: AD_CVD – Event Type: Final Results of Administrative Review – Period of Review: July 1, 2023 – June 30, 2024 – Final Margins: Sentury Tire 2.90%; Sumitomo Rubber 0.00% – Link: tires-thailand-ad-final 3) Key Takeaways (Factual) – The ITC launched a Section 201 safeguard investigation on lamb meat at USTR’s request, citing extraordinary complexity. – Two new Section 337 investigations were instituted—one on foundry coke products and another on DRAM devices. – The ITC began concurrent AD and CVD investigations on welded stainless steel pipe from India, Turkey, and the UAE. – Commerce preliminarily found dumping in aluminum sheet imports from Oman. – Commerce’s final review for passenger and light truck tires from Thailand resulted in a positive finding for Sentury but none for Sumitomo. 4) Full Source Links (Index) – Lamb Meat – Section 201 Investigation – Foundry Coke – Section 337 Investigation – Welded Stainless Steel Pipe – AD/CVD Institution – DRAM Devices – Section 337 Investigation – Common Alloy Aluminum Sheet – AD Review (Oman) – Passenger Vehicle Tires – AD Review (Thailand) 5) Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected and summarized from publicly available U.S. government materials, including the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). 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US Highlights 2026-07-15
US–China Trade Daily Highlights | 2026-07-15 1) Executive Summary Four new notices from the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) are covered today, each pertaining to Section 337 trade remedy procedures. The events involve complaints or determinations concerning various imported products, including melanoma predictive tests, mobile electronic devices, energy drinks, and glow fish tape and safety helmet systems. These ITC proceedings include solicitations for public interest comments and an administrative amendment. The primary instruments involved are exclusion orders, cease and desist orders, and administrative determinations under the Tariff Act of 1930. 2) Updates by Authority INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION (ITC) Melanoma Predictive and Prognostic Tests — Public Interest Comments (ITC_337) The ITC announced the receipt of a complaint in Certain Melanoma Predictive and Prognostic Tests and Components Thereof (Docket No. 3921), filed by Castle Biosciences, Inc. The Commission seeks public comments on potential public interest issues arising from requested relief under Section 337. Respondents include SkylineDx Holding B.V., SkylineDx USA, Inc., Qiagen GmbH, and Qiagen LLC. Authority: INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION Policy Type: ITC_337 Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY Key Identifiers: Docket No. 3921 Key Dates: Complaint filed July 10, 2026; comments due within eight calendar days of publication (July 15, 2026 notice). Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/notice-of-receipt-of-complaint-solicitation-of-comments-relating-to-the-public-interest-34/ Mobile Electronic Devices — Public Interest Comments (ITC_337) The ITC received a complaint in Certain Mobile Electronic Devices (Docket No. 3922) from Maxell, Ltd., alleging violations of Section 337 by Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., and Samsung Electronics America, Inc. The Commission invites public interest comments regarding potential issuance of exclusion and cease and desist orders. Authority: INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION Policy Type: ITC_337 Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY Key Identifiers: Docket No. 3922 Key Dates: Complaint filed July 10, 2026; comments due eight calendar days from notice publication (July 15, 2026). Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/notice-of-receipt-of-complaint-solicitation-of-comments-relating-to-the-public-interest-33/ Energy Drinks and Packaging — Complaint Amendment (ITC_337) The ITC issued a determination not to review an initial determination (Order No. 4) granting Monster Energy Company’s request to amend the complaint and notice of investigation in Certain Energy Drinks and Labeling and Packaging Thereof (Inv. No. 337-TA-1502). The amendment corrects the address of respondent Creative Trading Corporation. Authority: INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION Policy Type: ITC_337 Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY Key Identifiers: Investigation No. 337-TA-1502 Key Dates: Initial determination issued June 23, 2026; non-review determination issued July 13, 2026. Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/certain-energy-drinks-and-labeling-and-packaging-thereof-notice-of-a-commission-determination-not-to-review-an-initial-determination-amending-the-complaint-and-notice-of-investigation/ Glow Fish Tape and Safety Helmet Systems — Public Interest Submissions (ITC_337) The ITC issued a notice requesting public interest submissions in Certain Glow Fish Tape Systems, Safety Helmet Systems, and Components Thereof (Investigation No. 337-TA-1442). The Chief Administrative Law Judge issued an Initial Determination on Violation of Section 337 and a Recommended Determination on Remedy and Bond on June 5, 2026. The Commission seeks public input on potential exclusion or cease and desist orders directed to Milwaukee Electric Tool Corporation. Authority: INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION Policy Type: ITC_337 Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY Key Identifiers: Investigation No. 337-TA-1442 Key Dates: Initial Determination June 5, 2026; comments due August 13, 2026. Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/certain-glow-fish-tape-systems-safety-helmet-systems-and-components-thereof-notice-of-request-for-submissions-on-the-public-interest/ 3) Key Takeaways (Factual) Four ITC Section 337 notices were published in the Federal Register on July 15, 2026. Two new complaints were filed, concerning melanoma diagnostic tests and mobile electronic devices. One proceeding advanced through an amendment by Monster Energy to correct respondent information. Another case reached the public comment stage regarding potential exclusion orders affecting Milwaukee Electric Tool products. Each notice allows for public submissions addressing how proposed remedies might affect U.S. health, welfare, competition, and consumers. 4) Full Source Links (Index) Melanoma Predictive and Prognostic Tests — Public Interest Comments Mobile Electronic Devices — Public Interest Comments Energy Drinks and Packaging — Complaint Amendment Glow Fish Tape and Safety Helmet Systems — Public Interest Submissions 5) Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected and summarized from publicly available U.S. government materials, including the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content presented is not an official government publication and does not represent the views of any U.S. government authority. This article is provided for informational and research purposes only and does not constitute legal advice, compliance advice, or recommendations for any specific entity or transaction. 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US Highlights 2026-07-13
US–China Trade Daily Highlights | 2026-07-13 1) Executive Summary Today’s summary covers five China-related developments published by the U.S. Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration in the Federal Register. All events involve antidumping (AD) or countervailing duty (CVD) administrative reviews, reflecting Commerce’s ongoing enforcement of trade remedy laws. The notices concern the following products: certain activated carbon, aluminum foil, wooden cabinets and vanities, and carbon steel threaded rod from China. Each update relates to preliminary administrative review results or partial rescissions, providing updated duty margins or subsidy rates for the covered period. 2) Updates by Authority Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration Certain Activated Carbon — Antidumping Duty (Preliminary Results and Partial Rescission) Commerce preliminarily determined that Datong Juqiang Activated Carbon Co., Ltd. (DJAC) and Ningxia Huahui Environmental Technology Co., Ltd. sold activated carbon from China in the United States at less than normal value during the 2024–2025 period of review. The Department also rescinded the review for Beijing Pacific Activated Carbon Products Co., Ltd. after finding no reviewable entries. Authority: Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration Policy Type: AD/CVD Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY China Indicator: EXPLICIT Key Identifiers: A-570-904; Period of Review (POR): April 1, 2024 – March 31, 2025 Weighted-Average Dumping Margins: Datong Juqiang Activated Carbon Co., Ltd.: 0.83 USD/kg Ningxia Huahui Environmental Technology Co., Ltd.: 0.86 USD/kg Non-examined separate rate companies: 0.84 USD/kg Source: Federal Register Notice Certain Aluminum Foil — Antidumping Duty (Preliminary Results) Commerce preliminarily found that producers/exporters in China, including Jiangsu Dingsheng New Materials Joint-Stock Co., Ltd. and affiliates, sold certain aluminum foil at less than normal value during April 1, 2024 – March 31, 2025. A separate rate of 61.85 percent was preliminarily assigned to Xiamen Xiashun Aluminium Co., Ltd. Companies that did not demonstrate eligibility for a separate rate remain part of the China-wide entity. Authority: Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration Policy Type: AD/CVD Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY China Indicator: EXPLICIT Key Identifiers: A-570-053; POR: April 1, 2024 – March 31, 2025 Margins: Jiangsu Dingsheng and related entities: 61.85% Xiamen Xiashun Aluminum Foil Co., Ltd.: 61.85% China-wide rate (unchanged): 105.80% Source: Federal Register Notice Wooden Cabinets and Vanities — Antidumping Duty (Preliminary Results and Partial Rescission) Commerce preliminarily determined that Yixing Pengjia Technology Co., Ltd. sold wooden cabinets and vanities from China below normal value during April 1, 2024 – March 31, 2025. The review was rescinded for 42 companies, and three additional firms were granted separate rates of 7.48 percent. Authority: Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration Policy Type: AD/CVD Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY China Indicator: EXPLICIT Key Identifiers: A-570-106; POR: April 1, 2024 – March 31, 2025 Margins: Yixing Pengjia Technology Co., Ltd.: 7.48% Jiangsu Xiangsheng Bedtime Furniture Co., Ltd.: 7.48% Xiamen Golden Huanan Imp. & Exp. Co., Ltd.: 7.48% Zhongshan NU Furniture Co., Ltd.: 7.48% Source: Federal Register Notice Wooden Cabinets and Vanities — Countervailing Duty (Preliminary Results and Partial Rescission) Commerce preliminarily found that countervailable subsidies were provided to Chinese producers/exporters of wooden cabinets and vanities during January 1 – December 31, 2024. The review was partially rescinded for 29 companies. Subsidy rates ranged from 5.48 percent to 113.08 percent, with higher rates applied where adverse facts available were used. Authority: Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration Policy Type: AD/CVD Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY China Indicator: EXPLICIT Key Identifiers: C-570-107; POR: January 1 – December 31, 2024 Subsidy Rates: Yixing Pengjia Technology Co., Ltd.: 5.48% KM Cabinetry Co., Ltd.; Dalian Hualing Wood Co., Ltd.: 113.08% Jiangsu Xiangsheng Bedtime Furniture Co., Ltd.: 5.48% Source: Federal Register Notice Carbon and Alloy Steel Threaded Rod — Countervailing Duty (Preliminary Results and Partial Rescission) Commerce preliminarily determined that countervailable subsidies were provided to Indian producers/exporters of carbon and alloy steel threaded rod during January 1 – December 31, 2024, setting a reference for related proceedings that often include China. The review was rescinded in part with respect to five companies. The preliminary subsidy rate for Nishant Steel Industries was calculated at 2.54 percent. Authority: Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration Policy Type: AD/CVD Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY China Indicator: Related multilateral comparative case (not specific to China) Key Identifiers: C-533-888; POR: January 1 – December 31, 2024 Subsidy Rate: Nishant Steel Industries: 2.54% Source: Federal Register Notice 3) Key Takeaways (Factual) The Department of Commerce continues to enforce antidumping and countervailing duties on multiple product categories involving China-based manufacturers. Activated carbon, aluminum foil, and wooden cabinets remain under sustained administrative review cycles with recalculated margins. Separate rate eligibility remains a central issue for Chinese companies in non-market economy proceedings. Wooden cabinet producers faced both AD and CVD findings, reflecting dual trade remedy application. Reviews also included comparative cases from India, demonstrating parallel monitoring of steel and industrial goods supply chains. 4) Full Source Links (Index) Activated Carbon – Preliminary AD Results (China) Aluminum Foil – Preliminary AD Results (China) Wooden Cabinets – Preliminary AD Review (China) Wooden Cabinets – Preliminary CVD Review (China) Carbon and Alloy Steel Threaded Rod – Preliminary CVD (India) 5) Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected and summarized from publicly available U.S. government materials, including the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content presented is not an official government publication and does not represent the views of any U.S. government authority. This article is provided for informational and research purposes only and does not constitute legal advice, compliance advice, or recommendations for any specific entity or transaction. 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US Highlights 2026-07-10
US–China Trade Daily Highlights | 2026-07-10 1) Executive Summary This briefing covers five China-related trade actions published on July 10, 2026. The primary U.S. authorities involved are the Department of Commerce’s International Trade Administration (ITA) and the U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC). The policy instruments include antidumping (AD) and countervailing duties (CVD), Section 337 investigations, and circumvention inquiries. Actions span determinations involving steel racks, paper plates, and crafting machines. 2) Updates by Authority Certain Pre-Stretched Synthetic Braiding Hair — ITC 337 (Enforcement Termination)The USITC determined not to review an initial determination by an administrative law judge terminating an enforcement proceeding filed by JBS Hair Inc. against Dae Do Inc. d/b/a Vivace. The termination followed the complainant’s withdrawal of the enforcement complaint under Section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930. Authority: International Trade CommissionPolicy Type: ITC 337Event Type: Trade RemedyKey identifiers: Investigation No. 337‑TA‑1415 (Enforcement)Key date: Commission vote on July 8, 2026China Indicator: NoneSource: Federal Register – USITC Notice Certain Crafting Machines and Components Thereof — ITC 337 (Final Violation Determination)The Commission found a violation of Section 337 in an investigation concerning certain crafting machines and components thereof. It issued:– a general exclusion order (GEO) for products infringing U.S. Design Patent No. D893,563;– limited exclusion orders (LEOs) against LiPing Zhan (Konduone) and the “Vevor Respondents” covering separate patents; and– cease‑and‑desist orders (CDOs) against those parties.The complainant was Cricut Inc. and several Chinese respondents were defaulted. Authority: International Trade CommissionPolicy Type: ITC 337Event Type: Trade RemedyChina Indicator: ExplicitKey identifiers: Investigation No. 337‑TA‑1426; patents D893,563, 11,905,646, D1,029,090Key date: Commission vote on July 7, 2026Source: Federal Register – USITC Notice Certain Steel Racks and Parts Thereof — AD (CIT Final Judgment and Amended Final Results)Commerce notified that the U.S. Court of International Trade issued a final judgment in *Nanjing Dongsheng Shelf Manufacturing Co., Ltd. v. United States* sustaining Commerce’s remand results for the 2021‑2022 antidumping review. The judgment was not in harmony with the original final results, so Commerce amended them, assigning Dongsheng a 25.00 percent weighted‑average dumping margin. Authority: Department of Commerce, International Trade AdministrationPolicy Type: Antidumping Duty (AD)Event Type: Trade RemedyChina Indicator: ExplicitKey identifiers: A‑570‑088; Court No. 24‑00085Key dates: CIT final judgment June 23, 2026; effective July 3, 2026Source: Federal Register – Commerce Notice Certain Paper Plates Completed in the Kingdom of Cambodia — AD/CVD (Circumvention Preliminary Determination)Commerce preliminarily determined that paper plates completed in Cambodia using Chinese‑origin paperboard circumvent the existing AD and CVD orders on paper plates from China. Liquidation of such imports is suspended pending a final determination. Importer and exporter certifications were established to identify goods not produced with Chinese inputs. Authority: Department of Commerce, International Trade AdministrationPolicy Type: AD/CVD Circumvention InquiryEvent Type: Trade RemedyChina Indicator: ExplicitKey identifiers: A‑570‑164, C‑570‑165 (third‑country cases A‑555‑164, C‑555‑165)Key date: Applicable July 10, 2026Source: Federal Register – Commerce Notice (Cambodia) Certain Paper Plates Completed in Malaysia — AD/CVD (Circumvention Preliminary Determination)Commerce likewise preliminarily determined that paper plates completed in Malaysia using paperboard produced in China circumvent the AD and CVD orders on paper plates from China. The agency proposed importer/exporter certification procedures and continued suspension of liquidation for affected entries. Authority: Department of Commerce, International Trade AdministrationPolicy Type: AD/CVD Circumvention InquiryEvent Type: Trade RemedyChina Indicator: ExplicitKey identifiers: A‑570‑164, C‑570‑165 (third‑country cases A‑557‑164, C‑557‑165)Key date: Applicable July 10, 2026Source: Federal Register – Commerce Notice (Malaysia) 3) Key Takeaways (Factual) The USITC concluded two Section 337 proceedings: one enforcement case terminated upon withdrawal, and one final violation finding involving Chinese manufacturers of crafting machines resulting in multiple exclusion orders. Commerce amended the antidumping results for Chinese steel racks following a sustained CIT remand, lowering the rate to a company‑specific 25 percent for Nanjing Dongsheng. Commerce issued preliminary affirmative circumvention findings for paper plates manufactured in both Cambodia and Malaysia using Chinese paperboard, extending AD/CVD coverage to those products. Both circumvention cases established importer/exporter certification programs and suspension of liquidation measures effective August 22, 2025, with cash deposit requirements tied to the China orders. No new export controls or USTR actions were reported in this set of notices. 4) Full Source Links (Index) USITC | Pre‑Stretched Synthetic Braiding Hair – Enforcement Termination USITC | Crafting Machines – Violation and Orders Commerce | Steel Racks From China – CIT Judgment Amending AD Results Commerce | Paper Plates (Cambodia) – Preliminary Circumvention Commerce | Paper Plates (Malaysia) – Preliminary Circumvention 5) Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected and summarized from publicly available U.S. government materials, including the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content presented is not an official government publication and does not represent the views of any U.S. government authority. This article is provided for informational and research purposes only and does not constitute legal advice, compliance advice, or recommendations for any specific entity or transaction. Readers should refer to the original official documents and consult qualified professionals before making decisions based on this information.
US Highlights 2026-07-08
US–China Trade Daily Highlights | 2026-07-08 1) Executive Summary Seven U.S. trade policy events are covered today. The main authorities involved are the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) and the U.S. Department of Commerce (DOC), including its International Trade Administration (ITA). Key instruments include Section 337 investigations, antidumping (AD) and countervailing duty (CVD) proceedings, administrative reviews, and public comment solicitations. 2) Updates by Authority INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION (ITC – U.S. International Trade Commission) Mobile Electronic Devices (Samsung) — ITC Section 337 (Public Interest Request) The ITC announced that its Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) issued an Initial Determination on July 1, 2026, finding a violation of Section 337 in the investigation of certain mobile electronic devices. The Commission is seeking public comments on issues related to potential remedies, including a limited exclusion order and cease and desist orders directed to Samsung Electronics, should the Commission affirm the violation. Authority: INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION Policy Type: ITC_337 Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY China Indicator: NONE Investigation No.: 337-TA-1432 Key Date: Comments due by August 6, 2026 Source: Link Boiler Protection for Absorption Refrigeration Systems — ITC Section 337 (Partial Review and Public Comment Request) The Commission determined to review in part an Initial Determination granting summary determination of a violation under Section 337 regarding certain boiler protection systems and components. The case involves multiple Chinese respondents found in default. The Commission invites written submissions on remedies, public interest, and bonding in relation to possible exclusion and cease and desist orders. Authority: INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION Policy Type: ITC_337 Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY China Indicator: EXPLICIT Investigation No.: 337-TA-1453 Key Dates: Initial submissions due July 20, 2026; replies due July 27, 2026 Source: Link Silicon Metal — AD/CVD Expedited Five-Year Review Scheduling The ITC announced the scheduling of expedited five-year reviews to determine whether revocation of the existing antidumping and countervailing duty orders on silicon metal from Bosnia-Herzegovina, Iceland, Kazakhstan, and Malaysia would likely lead to continued or recurrent material injury. Written comments are due August 7, 2026. Authority: INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION Policy Type: AD_CVD Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY China Indicator: NONE Investigation Nos.: 701-TA-652 and 731-TA-1524–1526 Key Dates: Staff report to be issued July 31, 2026; comments due August 7, 2026 Source: Link DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE (International Trade Administration – ITA) Environmental Technologies Trade Advisory Committee — Procedural Meeting Notice The International Trade Administration announced an in-person meeting of the Environmental Technologies Trade Advisory Committee (ETTAC) on July 14, 2026. The meeting will review recommendations on export promotion and compliance programs supporting U.S. environmental technologies. Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration Policy Type: PROCEDURAL_NOTICE Event Type: POLICY_NOTICE China Indicator: NONE Key Date: July 14, 2026 (meeting date) Source: Link Phosphate Fertilizers from Morocco — Temporary Duty-Free Authorization (Emergency Relief) Following a presidential emergency declaration, the Department of Commerce authorized temporary duty-free importation of phosphate fertilizers from Morocco under Section 318(a) of the Tariff Act of 1930. The waiver suspends countervailing duties under specific filing conditions for up to 60 days from notification approval. Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration Policy Type: AD_CVD Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY China Indicator: NONE Order: CVD Order C-714-001 Effective Date: July 8, 2026 Source: Link Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET) Film from India — Final Results of Antidumping Duty Administrative Review 2023–2024 The Department of Commerce finalized the administrative review of PET film imports from India, assigning Cosmo First Limited a weighted-average dumping margin of 24.14% based on total adverse facts available. The results apply for the period July 1, 2023 – June 30, 2024. Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration Policy Type: AD_CVD Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY China Indicator: NONE Period of Review: July 1, 2023 – June 30, 2024 Source: Link Carbon and Alloy Steel Wire Rod from Algeria — Preliminary Affirmative Countervailing Duty Determination Commerce preliminarily determined that producers and exporters of carbon and alloy steel wire rod from Algeria received countervailable subsidies. The preliminary subsidy rate for SPA Algerian Qatar Steel and all others is 73.33 percent. Suspension of liquidation will follow publication. Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration Policy Type: AD_CVD Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY China Indicator: NONE Investigation No.: C-721-003 Period of Investigation: January 1 – December 31, 2025 Source: Link Glycine from India — Correction of Final Results Notice Commerce corrected a June 12, 2026, Federal Register notice that contained a typographical error in the name of a company listed in the rate table for the antidumping duty administrative review. “Paras Intermediaries Private Limited” was corrected to “Paras Intermediates Private Limited.” Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration Policy Type: AD_CVD Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY China Indicator: NONE Correction Date: July 1, 2026 Source: Link 3) Key Takeaways (Factual) The U.S. International Trade Commission announced separate Section 337 actions, including one involving Samsung mobile devices and another concerning boiler protection systems from China-based respondents. The ITC commenced expedited five-year reviews for silicon metal trade remedies covering several non-Chinese countries. The Department of Commerce issued a temporary CVD duty suspension for Moroccan phosphate fertilizers following a presidential emergency declaration. Commerce published multiple determinations under the AD/CVD framework, including a final AD review for PET film from India, a CVD preliminary ruling on Algerian steel, and a clerical correction to a prior glycine AD review. The International Trade Administration scheduled a public ETTAC meeting on July 14, 2026, focused on export policy for environmental technologies. 4) Full Source Links (Index) Mobile electronic devices – ITC Section 337 public interest request Boiler protection systems – ITC Section 337 review and remedy request Silicon metal – AD/CVD expedited reviews notice Environmental Technologies Trade Advisory Committee – meeting notice Phosphate fertilizers from Morocco – temporary duty-free authorization Polyethylene terephthalate film from India – final AD review results Carbon and alloy steel wire rod from Algeria – preliminary CVD determination Glycine from India – final results correction notice 5) Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected and summarized from publicly available U.S. government materials, including the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content presented is not an official government publication and does not represent the
US Highlights 2026-07-07
US–China Trade Daily Highlights | 2026-07-07 1) Executive Summary Today’s update covers six events published by the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC). The actions include one antidumping/countervailing duty review notice and several Section 337 investigations and determinations. The policy tools involved are AD/CVD five-year reviews, Section 337 intellectual property and unfair import investigations, and procedural notices regarding information collection. China is explicitly referenced in several ITC_337 investigations relating to flash-spun nonwoven materials, ink cartridges, and antibody drug conjugates. 2) Updates by Authority INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION (U.S. International Trade Commission) Prestressed Concrete Steel Wire Strand — AD/CVD (Full Five-Year Review) The ITC announced that it will proceed with full reviews under the Tariff Act of 1930 to determine whether the revocation of the countervailing duty order on prestressed concrete steel wire strand (PC strand) from Turkey and revocation of the antidumping duty orders on PC strand from multiple countries would likely lead to continuation or recurrence of material injury to the U.S. industry. A schedule will be issued later. – Authority: INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION – Policy Type: AD_CVD – Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY – Key identifiers: Investigation Nos. 701-TA-646 and 731-TA-1502–1516 – Key dates: Determination to conduct full reviews dated April 7, 2026; notice issued July 2, 2026 – Link: Source Flash-Spun Nonwoven Materials — ITC_337 (Public Interest Submission) The Commission issued a request for submissions on the public interest following an Initial Determination by an Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) finding a violation of Section 337. The notice concerns possible general or limited exclusion orders relating to flash-spun nonwoven materials, with potential respondents including Kingwills New Material Technology, Jiangsu Qingyun New Materials, and other Chinese firms. Submissions are due by August 3, 2026. – Authority: INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION – Policy Type: ITC_337 – Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY – China Indicator: EXPLICIT – Key identifiers: Investigation No. 337-TA-1424 – Key dates: Initial Determination dated July 1, 2026; submission deadline August 3, 2026 – Link: Source Antibody Drug Conjugates — ITC_337 (Termination Based on Complaint Withdrawal) The ITC determined not to review an Initial Determination issued by an ALJ that terminates the investigation based on withdrawal of the complaint. The investigation, initiated on AbbVie’s complaint against ProfoundBio and others, is now closed. – Authority: INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION – Policy Type: ITC_337 – Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY – China Indicator: EXPLICIT – Key identifiers: Investigation No. 337-TA-1466 – Key dates: ALJ Order No. 17 issued June 16, 2026; Commission determination July 1, 2026 – Link: Source USMCA Automotive Rules of Origin — Procedural Notice (Information Collection) The Commission submitted to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) a request for approval of an information collection plan related to the investigation “USMCA Automotive Rules of Origin: Economic Impact and Operation, 2027 Report.” The data gathered will inform the third of five biennial reports required by the USMCA Implementation Act. – Authority: INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION – Policy Type: PROCEDURAL_NOTICE – Event Type: POLICY_NOTICE – China Indicator: NONE – Key identifiers: Investigation No. 332-608 – Key dates: Issued July 1, 2026 – Link: Source Vehicle Space Guards — ITC_337 (Institution of Investigation) The ITC instituted an investigation under Section 337 based on a complaint by Johnathan Black Kotyk of Florida alleging patent infringement of U.S. Patent No. 7,527,314 related to vehicle space guards. The complainant requests a limited exclusion order and cease and desist orders. – Authority: INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION – Policy Type: ITC_337 – Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY – China Indicator: NONE – Key identifiers: Investigation No. 337-TA-1509 – Key dates: Complaint filed June 1, 2026; investigation instituted July 1, 2026 – Link: Source Ink Cartridges — ITC_337 (Partial Review of Summary Determination) The ITC announced a partial review of an ALJ’s Initial Determination granting summary determination of violation concerning certain ink cartridges and components thereof. The respondents include multiple China-based entities such as Dongguan Ocbestjet Digital Technology and others. The Commission requests written submissions on issues of remedy, public interest, and bonding. – Authority: INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION – Policy Type: ITC_337 – Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY – China Indicator: EXPLICIT – Key identifiers: Investigation No. 337-TA-1451 – Key dates: Initial Determination May 15, 2026; written submissions due July 15, 2026; replies due July 22, 2026 – Link: Source Microcurrent Facial Toning Devices — ITC_337 (Termination Based on Settlement) The ITC determined not to review an Initial Determination terminating an investigation on microcurrent facial toning devices based on settlement between ZIIP Inc. and The Carol Cole Co. The case is now closed. – Authority: INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION – Policy Type: ITC_337 – Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY – China Indicator: NONE – Key identifiers: Investigation No. 337-TA-1463 – Key dates: ALJ Order No. 12 issued June 11, 2026; Commission determination July 1, 2026 – Link: Source 3) Key Takeaways (Factual) – The ITC initiated full five-year reviews of AD/CVD orders on prestressed concrete steel wire strand from multiple countries under the Tariff Act of 1930. – Several Section 337 investigations advanced or concluded, reflecting a range of intellectual property and unfair import concerns, including cases involving Chinese respondents. – The ITC requested public interest comments relating to proposed exclusion orders in the flash-spun nonwoven materials investigation. – Multiple cases were terminated—one due to withdrawal of a complaint (AbbVie) and another through settlement (ZIIP Inc.). – The ITC submitted a procedural questionnaire to the OMB for the 2027 USMCA automotive rules of origin study. 4) Full Source Links (Index) – Prestressed Concrete Steel Wire Strand — Five-Year Review – Flash-Spun Nonwoven Materials — Public Interest Submission – Antibody Drug Conjugates — Termination Based on Withdrawal – USMCA Automotive Rules of Origin — OMB Review Notice – Vehicle Space Guards — Institution of Investigation – Ink Cartridges — Partial Review of Summary Determination – Microcurrent Facial Toning Devices — Termination Based on Settlement 5) Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected and summarized from publicly available U.S. government materials, including the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). 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US Highlights 2026-05-01
US–China Trade Daily Highlights | 2026-05-01 1) Executive Summary Today’s report covers six official notices and determinations published on May 1, 2026. The main authorities involved are the U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) and the U.S. Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration (Commerce). The policy instruments featured are antidumping (AD) and countervailing duty (CVD) reviews, both administrative and five-year (“sunset”) reviews under the Tariff Act of 1930. Two of the covered cases explicitly involve China (steel grating; carbazole violet pigment 23). 2) Updates by Authority INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION (USITC) Steel Grating from China — AD/CVD (Institution of Five-Year Reviews) The USITC instituted third five-year reviews to determine whether revocation of the antidumping and countervailing duty orders on steel grating from China would likely result in the continuation or recurrence of material injury to a U.S. industry. The original orders were imposed in 2010. Responses are due by June 1, 2026, and adequacy comments may be filed by July 13, 2026. – Authority: United States International Trade Commission – Policy Type: AD/CVD – Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY – China Indicator: EXPLICIT – Investigation Nos. 701-TA-465 and 731-TA-1161 (Third Review) – Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/steel-grating-from-china-institution-of-five-year-reviews/ Carbazole Violet Pigment 23 from China and India — AD/CVD (Institution of Five-Year Reviews) The Commission began fourth five-year reviews to assess whether ending the antidumping and countervailing duty orders on carbazole violet pigment 23 from China and India would lead to continued or recurring injury. The current orders date back to 2004 and have been continued three times following prior reviews. Responses are due June 1, 2026, with comments allowed through July 13, 2026. – Authority: United States International Trade Commission – Policy Type: AD/CVD – Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY – China Indicator: EXPLICIT – Investigation Nos. 701-TA-437 and 731-TA-1060–1061 (Fourth Review) – Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/carbazole-violet-pigment-23-from-china-and-india-institution-of-five-year-reviews/ Steel Nails from Malaysia, Oman, South Korea, Taiwan, and Vietnam — AD/CVD (Institution of Five-Year Reviews) USITC instituted second five-year reviews to determine whether revocation of existing AD/CVD orders on steel nails from multiple Asian countries, including Vietnam, would likely result in recurring injury. Responses are requested by June 1, 2026 and comments on response adequacy by July 13, 2026. – Authority: United States International Trade Commission – Policy Type: AD/CVD – Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY – China Indicator: NONE – Investigation Nos. 701-TA-521 and 731-TA-1252–1255, 1257 (Second Review) – Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/steel-nails-from-malaysia-oman-south-korea-taiwan-and-vietnam-institution-of-five-year-reviews/ Welded Line Pipe from South Korea and Turkey — AD/CVD (Institution of Five-Year Reviews) The Commission launched second five-year reviews regarding antidumping and countervailing duty orders on welded line pipe from South Korea and Turkey. The review will determine if removing these orders would lead to continued or recurring material injury. Responses are due June 1, 2026, and comments by July 13, 2026. – Authority: United States International Trade Commission – Policy Type: AD/CVD – Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY – China Indicator: NONE – Investigation Nos. 701-TA-525 and 731-TA-1260–1261 (Second Review) – Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/welded-line-pipe-from-south-korea-and-turkey-institution-of-five-year-reviews/ DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE (International Trade Administration) Initiation of Five-Year (Sunset) Reviews — Multiple Products (Including Steel Grating and Carbazole Violet Pigment 23 from China) Commerce announced the automatic initiation of five-year (“sunset”) reviews for a range of antidumping and countervailing duty orders, matching the ITC’s simultaneous notices. The Chinese orders listed include steel grating (A-570-947, C-570-948) and carbazole violet pigment 23 (A-570-892). Interested domestic parties must file a notice of intent to participate within 15 days of publication, and substantive responses within 30 days. – Authority: Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration – Policy Type: AD/CVD – Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY – China Indicator: EXPLICIT – Notice references: 91 FR 23395–23397 (May 1, 2026) – Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/initiation-of-five-year-sunset-reviews-5/ 3) Key Takeaways (Factual) – The USITC instituted a new round of five-year reviews on multiple orders, including those on Chinese-origin steel grating and carbazole violet pigment 23. – The Department of Commerce concurrently initiated matching sunset reviews covering these same orders along with several involving other countries. – All review notices invite industry participation through written responses by June 1, 2026, and comments by July 13, 2026. – These actions are mandated routine reviews under section 751(c) of the Tariff Act of 1930 to assess whether revocation of duties would lead to continued or recurring injury. – The notices follow standard procedural schedules, ensuring alignment between Commerce’s and the ITC’s review processes. 4) Full Source Links (Index) – Steel Grating from China – Institution of Five-Year Reviews (USITC) – Carbazole Violet Pigment 23 from China and India – Institution of Five-Year Reviews (USITC) – Steel Nails from Malaysia, Oman, South Korea, Taiwan, and Vietnam – Institution of Five-Year Reviews (USITC) – Welded Line Pipe from South Korea and Turkey – Institution of Five-Year Reviews (USITC) – Initiation of Five-Year (Sunset) Reviews (Commerce) 5) Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected and summarized from publicly available U.S. government materials, including the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content presented is not an official government publication and does not represent the views of any U.S. government authority. This article is provided for informational and research purposes only and does not constitute legal advice, compliance advice, or recommendations for any specific entity or transaction. Readers should refer to the original official documents and consult qualified professionals before making decisions based on this information.
US Highlights 2026-04-30
US–China Trade Daily Highlights | 2026-04-30 1) Executive Summary This briefing covers three developments issued by the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) on April 30, 2026. The events include a proposed procedural rulemaking on Section 337 investigations, a new investigation involving semiconductor devices, and termination of another semiconductor-related case through settlement and complaint withdrawal. The principal policy tools referenced are Section 337 actions under the Tariff Act of 1930, encompassing both complaint institution and case termination notices. 2) Updates by Authority INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION (ITC) Section 337 Investigations — Procedural Rule Amendment (Policy Notice) The ITC has proposed amendments to its Rules of Practice and Procedure regarding Section 337 adjudication and enforcement. The changes would require parties and intervenors in Section 337 investigations to disclose ownership or financial interests in the matter. The objective is to increase transparency, clarify potential conflicts, and align with disclosure practices in federal courts. Written comments on the proposal (Docket No. MISC‑051) are due by June 29, 2026. – Authority: U.S. International Trade Commission – Policy Type: Procedural Notice – Event Type: Notice of Proposed Rulemaking – Key identifiers: Docket No. MISC‑051; 19 CFR Part 210 (amendments including new §210.14a) – Key dates: Issued April 28, 2026; comments due June 29, 2026 – China Indicator: None – Source: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/section-337-adjudication-and-enforcement/ Semiconductor Devices — Section 337 Investigation (Trade Remedy) The ITC instituted Investigation No. 337‑TA‑1500 following a complaint filed by GlobalFoundries U.S. Inc. alleging infringement of six patents related to certain semiconductor devices and related components. The complaint seeks a limited exclusion order and cease and desist orders against respondent companies, including Tower Semiconductor Ltd. and affiliated entities in Israel, Japan, Italy, and the United States. The Office of Unfair Import Investigations will not participate as a party in this case. – Authority: U.S. International Trade Commission – Policy Type: ITC_337 – Event Type: Notice of Investigation – Key identifiers: Investigation No. 337‑TA‑1500 – Key dates: Complaint filed March 26, 2026; supplemented April 1, 2026; investigation instituted April 27, 2026 – China Indicator: None – Source: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/certain-semiconductor-devices-products-containing-same-and-components-thereof-notice-of-institution-of-investigation/ Semiconductor Devices and Computing Products — Investigation Termination (Trade Remedy) The ITC determined not to review the administrative law judge’s initial determination (Order No. 11) granting a joint motion to terminate Investigation No. 337‑TA‑1465 based on a settlement between Adeia Inc. and Advanced Micro Devices (AMD), as well as withdrawal of the complaint as to the remaining respondents. Respondents had included Lenovo Information Products (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd. of China, among others. The investigation has been terminated in its entirety. – Authority: U.S. International Trade Commission – Policy Type: ITC_337 – Event Type: Determination Not to Review / Termination Notice – Key identifiers: Investigation No. 337‑TA‑1465; Order No. 11 (Mar. 31, 2026) – Key dates: Investigation instituted Dec. 19, 2025; Commission determination April 27, 2026 – China Indicator: Explicit (Lenovo Information Products (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd.) – Source: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/certain-semiconductor-devices-computing-products-containing-the-same-and-components-thereof-notice-of-a-commission-determination-not-to-review-an-initial-determination-granting-a-joint-motion-to-te/ 3) Key Takeaways (Factual) – The ITC proposed procedural amendments requiring ownership and funding disclosures from participants in Section 337 investigations. – A new Section 337 investigation (No. 337‑TA‑1500) has been instituted regarding alleged patent infringement in semiconductor manufacturing processes. – The Commission terminated Investigation No. 337‑TA‑1465 following a settlement and complaint withdrawal involving Adeia and AMD, with Chinese affiliate Lenovo Information Products included among named respondents. – The recent rulemaking underscores the Commission’s focus on procedural transparency in unfair import investigations. – All events were published in the Federal Register on April 30, 2026. 4) Full Source Links (Index) – Section 337 Adjudication and Enforcement—Notice of Proposed Rulemaking – Semiconductor Devices—Institution of Investigation (337‑TA‑1500) – Semiconductor Devices and Computing Products—Termination of Investigation (337‑TA‑1465) 5) Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected and summarized from publicly available U.S. government materials, including the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content presented is not an official government publication and does not represent the views of any U.S. government authority. This article is provided for informational and research purposes only and does not constitute legal advice, compliance advice, or recommendations for any specific entity or transaction. Readers should refer to the original official documents and consult qualified professionals before making decisions based on this information.
US Highlights 2026-04-28
US–China Trade Daily Highlights | 2026-04-28 1) Executive Summary Today’s update covers four U.S. government notices. Three are antidumping (AD) preliminary determinations by the Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration (ITA) concerning crystalline silicon photovoltaic cells from India, Indonesia, and Laos. The fourth is a Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) final rule under the U.S. Department of Justice, rescheduling certain FDA-approved marijuana products from Schedule I to Schedule III under the Controlled Substances Act. The primary policy instruments highlighted include AD investigations, critical circumstances determinations, and controlled substance rescheduling actions. 2) Updates by Authority Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration (ITA) Crystalline Silicon Photovoltaic Cells from Laos — AD/CVD (Preliminary Determination) The Department of Commerce has preliminarily determined that crystalline silicon photovoltaic cells, whether or not assembled into modules, from the Lao People’s Democratic Republic were sold in the United States at less than fair value during the period of investigation (January–June 2025). Commerce calculated an estimated weighted-average dumping margin of 22.46 percent for Solarspace Technology (Laos) Sole Co., Ltd. and other separate rate companies. Critical circumstances were found for some exporters, and the agency also postponed the final determination and extended provisional measures. Authority: Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration Policy Type: AD/CVD Event Type: Preliminary Determination Key Identifiers: Investigation No. A-553-003 Key Date: Published April 28, 2026 Source: Link Crystalline Silicon Photovoltaic Cells from India — AD/CVD (Preliminary Determination) Commerce preliminarily determined that crystalline silicon photovoltaic cells from India are being, or are likely to be, sold at less than fair value. The period of investigation covers July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2025. The estimated dumping margin for mandatory respondents and all others is 123.04 percent, based on adverse facts available due to non-cooperation. Critical circumstances were found for certain companies. Authority: Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration Policy Type: AD/CVD Event Type: Preliminary Determination Key Identifiers: Investigation No. A-533-942 Key Date: Applicable April 28, 2026 Source: Link Crystalline Silicon Photovoltaic Cells from Indonesia — AD/CVD (Preliminary Determination) Commerce preliminarily found that crystalline silicon photovoltaic cells from Indonesia were sold in the United States at less than fair value. The investigation period is July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2025. The estimated dumping margins for PT Blue Sky Solar Indonesia, PT REC Solar Energy Indonesia, and all others are 35.17 percent. Commerce also partially determined the existence of critical circumstances for other producers. Authority: Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration Policy Type: AD/CVD Event Type: Preliminary Determination Key Identifiers: Investigation No. A-560-846 Key Date: Applicable April 28, 2026 Source: Link Department of Justice, Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) FDA-Approved Marijuana Products — Controlled Substances Rescheduling (Final Rule) The Acting Attorney General finalized a rule placing FDA-approved drug products containing marijuana in Schedule III of the Controlled Substances Act (previously Schedule I). The change aligns with U.S. obligations under the 1961 Single Convention on Narcotic Drugs and creates an expedited DEA registration process for state-licensed medical marijuana entities. The rule establishes permit requirements for import and export and affirms that synthetic tetrahydrocannabinols remain in Schedule I. Effective April 28, 2026. Authority: Department of Justice, DEA Policy Type: Other (Rescheduling / Regulatory Update) Event Type: Final Rule Key Identifiers: 21 CFR Parts 1300, 1301, 1308, and 1312 Key Date: Effective April 28, 2026 Source: Link 3) Key Takeaways (Factual) The U.S. Department of Commerce issued three preliminary AD determinations covering crystalline silicon photovoltaic cells from India, Indonesia, and Laos, all finding sales at less than fair value. Dumping margins ranged from approximately 22 percent for Lao producers to 123 percent for Indian exporters, with critical circumstances determinations in each case. All three investigations invite public comments before Commerce issues final determinations. The DEA implemented a final rule rescheduling FDA-approved marijuana products to Schedule III, permitting regulated manufacture and state-licensed medical use under federal law. These actions reflect continued U.S. engagement in trade remedy enforcement and regulatory adjustments with potential implications for controlled substance compliance frameworks. 4) Full Source Links (Index) Laos – Crystalline Silicon Photovoltaic Cells Preliminary AD Determination India – Crystalline Silicon Photovoltaic Cells Preliminary AD Determination Indonesia – Crystalline Silicon Photovoltaic Cells Preliminary AD Determination DEA – FDA-Approved Marijuana Products Rescheduling Final Rule 5) Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected and summarized from publicly available U.S. government materials, including the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content presented is not an official government publication and does not represent the views of any U.S. government authority. This article is provided for informational and research purposes only and does not constitute legal advice, compliance advice, or recommendations for any specific entity or transaction. 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US Highlights 2026-04-23
US–China Trade Daily Highlights | 2026-04-23 1) Executive Summary Today’s briefing covers five trade-related notices involving China or global trade policy. The U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) issued one Section 337 case initiation and one discontinuation notice for China-related trade remedy actions. The U.S. Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration (ITA) published final results for multiple antidumping (AD) administrative reviews—two involving Chinese exports (activated carbon; wooden cabinets) and one unrelated to China—as well as a procedural notice implementing tariff adjustment procedures under a Presidential Proclamation affecting steel and aluminum producers. Key instruments across these events include antidumping and countervailing duties (AD/CVD), Section 337 investigations, and Section 232 tariff procedures. 2) Updates by Authority INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION (USITC) Energy Drinks—Section 337 Complaint (Receipt and Public Interest Comments) The USITC announced receipt of a complaint titled Certain Energy Drinks and Labeling and Packaging Thereof (Docket No. 3902), filed by Monster Energy Company on April 17, 2026. The complaint alleges violations of Section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930 through the importation and sale of certain energy drinks and their labeling and packaging. The complainant requests a general exclusion order, cease-and-desist orders, and bonding during the presidential review period. Public comments are solicited on potential public interest issues, including effects on U.S. consumers and competition. Authority: U.S. International Trade Commission Policy Type: ITC_337 Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY China Indicator: None specified Key identifiers: Docket No. 3902 Key Dates: Comments due within eight days after April 23, 2026 publication Source: link Lithium Hexafluorophosphate from China—Withdrawal of AD/CVD Petitions The USITC issued a notice discontinuing the antidumping and countervailing duty investigations on lithium hexafluorophosphate from China after the petitioner, Mexichem Fluor Inc. dba Orbia Fluor & Energy Materials, withdrew its petitions on April 14, 2026. The Department of Commerce had not initiated investigations under sections 702(c) and 732(c) of the Tariff Act of 1930. Authority: U.S. International Trade Commission Policy Type: AD_CVD Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY China Indicator: Explicit Key identifiers: Investigations Nos. 701-TA-790 and 731-TA-1778 (Preliminary) Key Dates: Petition withdrawn April 14, 2026 Source: link DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE (International Trade Administration, Enforcement and Compliance, and Policy Units) Steel and Aluminum Producers—Procedures for Tariff Adjustments Under Proclamation 10984 Commerce issued a procedural notice describing how steel and aluminum producers operating in Canada or Mexico that commit to new U.S. production capacity can seek a tariff adjustment under Presidential Proclamation 10984 (October 17, 2025). The notice establishes submission, review, and eligibility procedures under Section 232 for producers supplying U.S. manufacturers of automobiles and medium- and heavy-duty vehicles. Approved producers may receive partial tariff reductions for qualifying imports that were melted and poured or smelted and cast in Canada or Mexico and comply with USMCA origin requirements. Authority: U.S. Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration Policy Type: PROCEDURAL_NOTICE Event Type: POLICY_NOTICE China Indicator: None Key identifiers: Presidential Proclamation 10984, Docket No. 260420-0105 Effective Date: April 23, 2026 Source: link Activated Carbon from China—Final Results of Antidumping Duty Review (2023–2024) Commerce concluded its administrative review of the antidumping duty order on certain activated carbon from the People’s Republic of China for the period April 1, 2023, through March 31, 2024. Commerce determined that certain exporters sold at prices below normal value. Final weighted-average dumping margins were established at 0.00 USD/kg for Datong Juqiang Activated Carbon Co., Ltd. and 0.56 USD/kg for Ningxia Huahui Environmental Technology Co., Ltd. The non-examined companies assigned a separate rate also received 0.56 USD/kg. The China-wide entity rate remains unchanged at 2.42 USD/kg. Authority: U.S. Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration Policy Type: AD_CVD Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY China Indicator: Explicit Key identifiers: A-570-904, POR April 1, 2023–March 31, 2024 Key Dates: Final results issued April 20, 2026 Source: link Wooden Cabinets and Vanities from China—Final Results and Partial Rescission of Antidumping Duty Review (2023–2024) Commerce published final results and rescission in part of the AD administrative review covering wooden cabinets and vanities and components thereof from China for the period April 1, 2023, through March 31, 2024. Two mandatory respondents, The Ancientree Cabinet Co., Ltd. and KM Cabinetry Co., Ltd., were found to have sold at less than normal value, with margins of 7.67 percent and 43.92 percent, respectively. Non-examined separate-rate companies received a weighted-average margin of 10.02 percent. The China-wide entity rate (251.64 percent) was unchanged. The review for Fujian Leifeng Cabinetry Co., Ltd. was rescinded due to lack of reviewable entries. Authority: U.S. Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration Policy Type: AD_CVD Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY China Indicator: Explicit Key identifiers: A-570-106, POR April 1, 2023–March 31, 2024 Key Dates: Final results issued April 17, 2026 Source: link (A separate Commerce notice on antidumping duties for preserved mushrooms from the Netherlands was published the same day, but it does not involve China and is omitted from this China-related summary.) 3) Key Takeaways (Factual) The USITC initiated a Section 337 investigation on energy drink labeling, inviting public comments on potential public interest concerns. Commerce discontinued proposed AD/CVD investigations for lithium hexafluorophosphate from China following the petitioner’s withdrawal. New procedural guidance under Presidential Proclamation 10984 sets out conditions for tariff reductions for qualifying North American steel and aluminum producers tied to U.S. production capacity expansion. Activated carbon and wooden cabinet reviews reaffirm ongoing AD measures against Chinese exporters, updating company-specific margins while keeping China-wide rates unchanged. No new Section 232 or export-control actions targeting China were reported in the April 23, 2026 Federal Register. 4) Full Source Links (Index) Energy Drinks — ITC Section 337 Complaint Lithium Hexafluorophosphate from China — Withdrawal of AD/CVD Petitions Steel and Aluminum Producers — Tariff Adjustment Procedures Under Proclamation 10984 Activated Carbon from China — Final AD Review Results 2023–2024 Wooden Cabinets from China — Final AD Review and Partial Rescission 2023–2024 5) Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected and summarized from publicly available U.S. government materials, including the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content presented is not an official government publication and does not represent the views of any U.S. government authority. 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US Highlights 2026-04-22
US–China Trade Daily Highlights | 2026-04-22 1) Executive Summary Today’s briefing covers one event involving the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC). The case relates to Section 337 proceedings addressing alleged patent infringement concerning light-based physiological measurement devices. The key policy instrument used is the ITC’s limited exclusion order (LEO). The Commission determined not to review an administrative law judge’s finding that redesigned products do not infringe, concluding the combined modification and enforcement proceeding. 2) Updates by Authority International Trade Commission (ITC — U.S. International Trade Commission) Light-Based Physiological Measurement Devices — Section 337 Enforcement/Modification Determination (TRADE_REMEDY) The U.S. International Trade Commission announced it would not review the administrative law judge’s combined recommended determination on modification and enforcement in Investigation No. 337-TA-1276. The Commission found that the accused redesigned devices did not infringe Masimo Corporation’s asserted patents and therefore should not be excluded under the limited exclusion order originally issued in the case involving Apple Inc. This determination effectively terminates the proceeding. Key Details: – Authority: U.S. International Trade Commission – Policy Type: ITC_337 – Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY – Key Identifiers: Investigation No. 337-TA-1276 (Enforcement/Modification) – Key Dates: Commission vote on April 17, 2026; notice published April 22, 2026 – China Indicator: NONE – Parties Involved: Masimo Corporation, Cercacor Laboratories, Inc., and Apple Inc. – Outcome: Commission decided not to review the ALJ’s finding; redesigned products were determined not to infringe and should not be excluded under the existing LEO. Source: – Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/certain-light-based-physiological-measurement-devices-and-components-thereof-notice-of-a-commission-determination-not-to-review-a-combined-recommended-determination-on-modification-and-enforcement-in/ 3) Key Takeaways (Factual) – The ITC concluded its review under Section 337 concerning light-based physiological measurement devices. – The Commission upheld the ALJ’s finding that Apple’s redesigned products do not infringe Masimo’s patents. – The limited exclusion order remains in place but does not cover the redesigned products found non-infringing. – The decision finalizes the modification and enforcement proceeding initiated in late 2025. 4) Full Source Links (Index) – ITC — Light-Based Physiological Measurement Devices Determination 5) Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected and summarized from publicly available U.S. government materials, including the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content presented is not an official government publication and does not represent the views of any U.S. government authority. This article is provided for informational and research purposes only and does not constitute legal advice, compliance advice, or recommendations for any specific entity or transaction. Readers should refer to the original official documents and consult qualified professionals before making decisions based on this information.
US Highlights 2026-04-21
US–China Trade Daily Highlights | 2026-04-21 1) Executive Summary Three China-related notices were published today by the U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC). The updates include two expedited five-year (sunset) reviews under the antidumping and countervailing duty laws covering Chinese imports of passenger vehicle and light truck (PVLT) tires and wood mouldings and millwork products. In addition, the Commission issued a procedural notice seeking public comments on proposed modifications to the Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) to align with new amendments adopted by the World Customs Organization. The instruments involved are primarily antidumping/countervailing duty reviews and a procedural tariff schedule amendment process under Section 1205 of the Omnibus Trade and Competitiveness Act of 1988. 2) Updates by Authority INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION (USITC) Passenger Vehicle and Light Truck Tires from China — AD/CVD Expedited Review (TRADE_REMEDY) The USITC announced the scheduling of expedited five-year (sunset) reviews to determine whether revocation of the existing antidumping and countervailing duty orders on passenger vehicle and light truck (PVLT) tires from China would likely lead to the continuation or recurrence of material injury to a U.S. industry within a reasonably foreseeable time. The Commission determined that domestic responses were adequate while respondent participation was inadequate, justifying expedited procedures under Section 751(c)(3) of the Tariff Act of 1930. – Authority: United States International Trade Commission – Policy Type: AD/CVD – Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY – China Indicator: EXPLICIT – Investigation Nos.: 701-TA-522 and 731-TA-1258 (Second Review) – Key Dates: Staff report to be made available June 2, 2026; comments due June 9, 2026 – Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/passenger-vehicle-and-light-truck-pvlt-tires-from-china-scheduling-of-expedited-five-year-reviews/ Wood Mouldings and Millwork Products from China — AD/CVD Expedited Review (TRADE_REMEDY) The Commission scheduled expedited reviews to evaluate whether revocation of the antidumping and countervailing duty orders on wood mouldings and millwork products imported from China would likely cause the continuation or recurrence of material injury. The domestic industry response was deemed adequate while respondent participation was inadequate, leading to expedited review procedures under Section 751(c). – Authority: United States International Trade Commission – Policy Type: AD/CVD – Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY – China Indicator: EXPLICIT – Investigation Nos.: 701-TA-636 and 731-TA-1470 (Review) – Key Dates: Staff report due May 22, 2026; written comments due May 29, 2026 – Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/wood-mouldings-and-millwork-products-from-china-scheduling-of-expedited-five-year-reviews/ Harmonized Tariff Schedule Amendments — Procedural Notice (POLICY_NOTICE) The USITC issued a notice inviting public comments on proposed recommendations to the President to modify the Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) of the United States. The changes would align U.S. tariff nomenclature with new amendments adopted by the World Customs Organization (WCO) that take effect January 1, 2028. Investigation No. 1205-14 also considers subdividing HTS subheading 3004.90.92 covering medicaments into nine new subheadings to accommodate future statistical needs. Comments on the proposed recommendations are due by May 18, 2026, and the Commission plans to submit its final report to the President in December 2026. – Authority: United States International Trade Commission – Policy Type: PROCEDURAL_NOTICE – Event Type: POLICY_NOTICE – China Indicator: NONE – Investigation No.: 1205-14 – Key Dates: Comments due May 18, 2026; report to President expected December 2026 – Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/recommended-modifications-in-the-harmonized-tariff-schedule/ 3) Key Takeaways (Factual) The USITC is conducting expedited five-year reviews of existing AD/CVD orders on Chinese PVLT tires and on wood mouldings and millwork products. Both reviews found inadequate participation from Chinese or respondent parties, prompting the use of expedited procedures. The Commission is also seeking public input on planned modifications to the Harmonized Tariff Schedule to align with WCO amendments effective in 2028. The HTS review includes a proposal to subdivide a medicaments tariff line to expand statistical tracking capacity. Key comment deadlines for stakeholders fall between May and June 2026. 4) Full Source Links (Index) Passenger Vehicle and Light Truck Tires – Expedited AD/CVD Review Wood Mouldings and Millwork Products – Expedited AD/CVD Review Harmonized Tariff Schedule – Procedural Notice 5) Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected and summarized from publicly available U.S. government materials, including the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content presented is not an official government publication and does not represent the views of any U.S. government authority. This article is provided for informational and research purposes only and does not constitute legal advice, compliance advice, or recommendations for any specific entity or transaction. Readers should refer to the original official documents and consult qualified professionals before making decisions based on this information.
US Highlights 2026-04-20
US–China Trade Daily Highlights | 2026-04-20 1) Executive Summary Today’s briefing covers two trade remedy developments involving the U.S. Department of Commerce (International Trade Administration). Both events concern preliminary determinations of circumvention of antidumping duty (AD) and countervailing duty (CVD) orders on disposable aluminum containers from China. The determinations address production in Thailand and Vietnam that utilizes Chinese-origin aluminum foil. The policy instruments involved include AD/CVD circumvention inquiries, suspension of liquidation, and certification requirements for importers and exporters. 2) Updates by Authority Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration Disposable Aluminum Containers from Thailand — AD/CVD Circumvention (Preliminary Determination) The U.S. Department of Commerce preliminarily determined that imports of disposable aluminum containers, pans, trays, and lids completed in Thailand using aluminum foil produced in China circumvent existing AD and CVD orders on aluminum containers from China. Commerce found that such products are sufficiently linked to Chinese production to fall within the scope of the original China orders. Interested parties may submit comments and request a hearing. Key Details: – Authority: Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration – Policy Type: AD/CVD – Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY – China Indicator: EXPLICIT – Investigation Numbers: A-570-170, C-570-171 (Third-country case numbers A-549-170, C-549-171) – Determination Date: April 15, 2026; Applicable April 20, 2026 – Action: Suspension of liquidation and cash deposit requirements for entries on or after October 28, 2024; certification mechanism established for non-Chinese aluminum foil inputs – Comment Deadline: 14 days from Federal Register publication; rebuttals due 7 days thereafter – Hearing Request Deadline: 30 days from publication – Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/disposable-aluminum-containers-pans-trays-and-lids-from-the-peoples-republic-of-china-preliminary-affirmative-determination-of-circumvention-of-the-antidumping-duty-and-countervailing-duty-orders/ Disposable Aluminum Containers from Vietnam — AD/CVD Circumvention (Preliminary Determination) Commerce preliminarily determined that aluminum containers, pans, trays, and lids completed in Vietnam using aluminum foil of Chinese origin circumvent the AD and CVD orders on aluminum containers from China. The country-wide finding includes suspension of liquidation requirements and imposes certification obligations for importers and exporters claiming non-Chinese inputs. Interested parties are invited to provide written comments and request hearings under standard administrative procedures. Key Details: – Authority: Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration – Policy Type: AD/CVD – Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY – China Indicator: EXPLICIT – Investigation Numbers: A-570-170, C-570-171 (Third-country case numbers A-552-170, C-552-171) – Determination Date: April 15, 2026; Applicable April 20, 2026 – Action: Suspension of liquidation and cash deposit requirements for entries on or after October 28, 2024; certified non-Chinese aluminum sources may be exempted – Comment Deadline: 14 days from publication; rebuttals due 7 days thereafter – Hearing Request Deadline: 30 days from publication – Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/disposable-aluminum-containers-pans-trays-and-lids-from-the-peoples-republic-of-china-preliminary-affirmative-determination-of-circumvention-of-the-antidumping-duty-and-countervailing-duty-orders-2/ 3) Key Takeaways (Factual) – The Department of Commerce issued parallel preliminary determinations addressing circumvention of AD/CVD orders on disposable aluminum containers from China. – Both determinations apply to production in third countries—Thailand and Vietnam—using Chinese-origin aluminum foil. – Commerce directed suspension of liquidation and collection of cash deposits for affected entries beginning October 28, 2024. – Certification procedures are introduced for importers and exporters to document non-Chinese aluminum inputs. – Public comment and hearing opportunities are available before Commerce issues final determinations. 4) Full Source Links (Index) – Federal Register Notice – Thailand Aluminum Containers Circumvention Determination – Federal Register Notice – Vietnam Aluminum Containers Circumvention Determination 5) Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected and summarized from publicly available U.S. government materials, including the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content presented is not an official government publication and does not represent the views of any U.S. government authority. This article is provided for informational and research purposes only and does not constitute legal advice, compliance advice, or recommendations for any specific entity or transaction. Readers should refer to the original official documents and consult qualified professionals before making decisions based on this information.
US Highlights 2026-04-17
US–China Trade Daily Highlights | 2026-04-17 1) Executive Summary Five trade-related events are covered in today’s briefing. The authorities involved include the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) and the Department of Commerce’s International Trade Administration (ITA). The actions involve Section 337 investigations (ITC) and antidumping and countervailing duty proceedings (ITA). Policy instruments referenced include exclusion orders, cease and desist orders, administrative reviews, and rescission notices. 2) Updates by Authority INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION (ITC – U.S. International Trade Commission) Certain Crafting Machines and Components — Section 337 Review and Public Submissions (TRADE_REMEDY)The ITC announced that it will review in part the Administrative Law Judge’s final initial determination finding a violation of Section 337 relating to certain crafting machines and components. The review focuses on the economic prong of the domestic industry requirement. The Commission seeks written comments on remedy, public interest, and bonding. Authority: INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION Policy Type: ITC_337 Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY China Indicator: EXPLICIT Key identifiers: Investigation No. 337‑TA‑1426 Key dates: Submissions due April 28, 2026; replies due May 5, 2026; Commission vote April 14, 2026. Respondents: Multiple entities in China, including Vevor and HTVRONT; complainant is Cricut, Inc. Source: Link Certain Motorized Self-Balancing Vehicles — Public Interest Submissions Requested (TRADE_REMEDY)The ITC is seeking public interest comments following an Initial Determination on violation of Section 337 regarding motorized self-balancing vehicles. The ALJ issued a Recommended Determination on remedy and bonding. The requested submissions focus on potential impacts of a limited exclusion order and cease and desist order on public health, welfare, competition, and consumers in the United States. Authority: INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION Policy Type: ITC_337 Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY China Indicator: EXPLICIT Key identifiers: Investigation No. 337‑TA‑1440 Key dates: Submissions due by May 14, 2026; Initial Determination issued April 10, 2026. Respondents: Gotrax and Zhejiang TaoTao Vehicles Co., Ltd. Source: Link DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE (International Trade Administration – ITA) Low Melt Polyester Staple Fiber (Republic of Korea) — Antidumping Duty Final Results (TRADE_REMEDY)Commerce issued its final results in the administrative review covering August 1, 2023, through July 31, 2024. Toray Advanced Materials Korea, Inc. (TAK) was found to have made sales of low melt polyester staple fiber at less than normal value. The final weighted-average dumping margin is 3.02 percent. Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration Policy Type: AD_CVD Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY China Indicator: NONE Key identifiers: A‑580‑895 Key date: Final results signed April 13, 2026. Source: Link Phosphate Fertilizers (Russian Federation) — Countervailing Duty Final Results (TRADE_REMEDY)Commerce announced final results of the 2023 countervailing duty administrative review for phosphate fertilizers from Russia. Joint Stock Company Apatit received countervailable subsidies at a rate of 12.71 percent. The determination includes revised subsidy calculations following comments from interested parties. Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration Policy Type: AD_CVD Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY China Indicator: NONE Key identifiers: C‑821‑825 Key date: Final results signed April 13, 2026. Source: Link Certain Cold-Rolled Steel Flat Products (United Kingdom) — Rescission of Antidumping Administrative Review (TRADE_REMEDY)Commerce rescinded the 2024–2025 administrative review of the antidumping duty order on certain cold‑rolled steel flat products from the United Kingdom. The rescission followed confirmation that there were no reviewable suspended entries of subject merchandise during the period of review. Cash deposit requirements remain unchanged. Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration Policy Type: AD_CVD Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY China Indicator: NONE Key identifiers: A‑412‑824 Key date: Notice issued April 14, 2026. Source: Link 3) Key Takeaways (Factual) The ITC is reviewing a Section 337 case on crafting machines involving multiple Chinese respondents; written public submissions are due in April and May 2026. The ITC also seeks public comments on possible exclusion and cease and desist orders for motorized self‑balancing vehicles related to Chinese supplier Zhejiang TaoTao. Commerce’s final AD review for Korea’s low melt polyester staple fiber confirmed sales below normal value with a 3.02 percent dumping margin. Commerce’s final CVD review found Russian producer JSC Apatit received countervailable subsidies at 12.71 percent. Commerce rescinded an AD review of cold‑rolled steel from the UK due to absence of reviewable entries. 4) Full Source Links (Index) Crafting Machines – ITC Section 337 Review Motorized Self-Balancing Vehicles – ITC Public Interest Notice Low Melt Polyester Staple Fiber – Korea AD Final Phosphate Fertilizers – Russia CVD Final Cold-Rolled Steel – UK AD Review Rescission 5) Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected and summarized from publicly available U.S. government materials, including the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content presented is not an official government publication and does not represent the views of any U.S. government authority. This article is provided for informational and research purposes only and does not constitute legal advice, compliance advice, or recommendations for any specific entity or transaction. Readers should refer to the original official documents and consult qualified professionals before making decisions based on this information.
US Highlights 2026-04-16
US–China Trade Daily Highlights | 2026-04-16 1) Executive Summary This edition covers eight U.S. trade remedy updates published in the Federal Register on April 16, 2026. The main authorities involved include the U.S. Department of Commerce (International Trade Administration, Enforcement and Compliance) and the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC). The measures primarily involve antidumping (AD) and countervailing duty (CVD) proceedings, including administrative reviews, sunset reviews, and new AD/CVD orders. Several actions explicitly reference the People’s Republic of China, focusing on aluminum foil, mobile access equipment, and non-oriented electrical steel. 2) Updates by Authority INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION (ITC – U.S. International Trade Commission) Commodity Matchbooks from India — AD/CVD (Expedited Sunset Reviews) The ITC scheduled expedited five-year reviews of the antidumping and countervailing duty orders on commodity matchbooks from India to determine whether revocation would likely lead to continuation or recurrence of material injury. The reviews are being conducted under the Tariff Act of 1930. – Authority: U.S. International Trade Commission – Policy Type: AD/CVD – Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY – Investigation Nos.: 701-TA-459 and 731-TA-1155 (Third Review) – Key Dates: Staff report due May 12, 2026; Public comments due May 19, 2026; other submissions by May 26, 2026. – Link: commodity-matchbooks-from-india-scheduling-of-expedited-five-year-reviews DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE (International Trade Administration, Enforcement and Compliance) Certain Aluminum Foil from China — AD (Administrative Review Final Results, 2023–2024) Commerce determined that multiple Chinese aluminum foil producers and exporters sold at less than normal value during the review period of April 1, 2023–March 31, 2024. The China-wide entity margin remains 105.80 percent. – Authority: U.S. Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration – Policy Type: AD – Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY – Investigation ID: A-570-053 – Key Companies: Dingsheng group (25.76%), Zhongji group (29.10%), five companies with separate rate (27.19%). – China Indicator: Explicit – Link: certain-aluminum-foil-from-the-peoples-republic-of-china-final-results-of-antidumping-duty-administrative-review-2023-2024 Carbon and Alloy Steel Cut-to-Length Plate from Korea — AD (Administrative Review Final Results, 2023–2024) Commerce found that the POSCO single entity did not make sales of subject merchandise at less than normal value during the review period May 1, 2023–April 30, 2024. – Authority: U.S. Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration – Policy Type: AD – Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY – Investigation ID: A-580-887 – Key Entity: POSCO single entity (POSCO and affiliated companies) with a final margin of 0.00%. – Link: carbon-and-alloy-steel-cut-to-length-plate-from-the-republic-of-korea-final-results-of-antidumping-duty-administrative-review-2023-2024 Silicon Metal from the Lao People’s Democratic Republic — CVD (Final Order) Commerce issued a final CVD order on silicon metal from Laos based on affirmative determinations by both Commerce and the ITC. The subsidy rate is 69.10 percent for all producers. – Authority: U.S. Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration – Policy Type: CVD – Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY – Investigation ID: C-553-002 – Effective Date: April 16, 2026 – Link: silicon-metal-from-the-lao-peoples-democratic-republic-countervailing-duty-order Silicon Metal from Angola and Laos — AD (Final Orders) Commerce issued new antidumping duty orders on silicon metal from Angola and Laos following affirmative dumping and injury determinations. Dumping margins are 68.45 percent for Angola and 94.44 percent for Laos. – Authority: U.S. Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration – Policy Type: AD – Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY – Investigation IDs: A-762-001 (Angola), A-553-001 (Laos) – Effective Date: April 16, 2026 – Link: silicon-metal-from-angola-and-the-lao-peoples-democratic-republic-antidumping-duty-orders Non-Oriented Electrical Steel from Sweden, Germany, China, Korea, Taiwan, Japan — AD (Expedited Second Sunset Reviews) Commerce concluded that revocation of the AD orders would likely result in continued or recurrent dumping, with margins up to 407.52 percent for China and varying by country. – Authority: U.S. Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration – Policy Type: AD – Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY – Investigation IDs: A-401-809 et al. – China Indicator: Explicit – Link: non-oriented-electrical-steel-from-sweden-germany-the-peoples-republic-of-china-the-republic-of-korea-taiwan-and-japan-final-results-of-the-expedited-second-sunset-reviews-of-the-antidumping-dut Non-Oriented Electrical Steel from China and Taiwan — CVD (Expedited Second Sunset Reviews) Commerce determined that revocation of the CVD orders on NOES from China and Taiwan would lead to recurrence of subsidization. Subsidy rates likely to prevail are 158.88 percent for China and up to 17.12 percent for Taiwan. – Authority: U.S. Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration – Policy Type: CVD – Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY – China Indicator: Explicit – Link: non-oriented-electrical-steel-from-the-peoples-republic-of-china-and-taiwan-final-results-of-the-expedited-second-sunset-reviews-of-the-countervailing-duty-orders Certain Mobile Access Equipment from China — AD (Administrative Review Final Results, 2023–2024) Commerce determined that Zhejiang Dingli Machinery Co., Ltd. made sales at less than normal value during the review period. The weighted-average dumping margin for Dingli and separate rate respondents is 18.27 percent. – Authority: U.S. Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration – Policy Type: AD – Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY – Investigation ID: A-570-139 – China Indicator: Explicit – Link: certain-mobile-access-equipment-and-subassemblies-thereof-from-the-peoples-republic-of-china-final-results-of-antidumping-duty-administrative-review-2023-2024 Common Alloy Aluminum Sheet from Taiwan — AD (Administrative Review Final Results, 2023–2024) Commerce found C.S. Aluminium Corporation made sales of aluminum sheet below normal value during the period April 1, 2023–March 31, 2024. The final weighted-average dumping margin is 0.71 percent. – Authority: U.S. Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration – Policy Type: AD – Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY – Investigation ID: A-583-867 – Link: common-alloy-aluminum-sheet-from-taiwan-final-results-of-antidumping-duty-administrative-review-2023-2024 Common Alloy Aluminum Sheet from Oman — AD (Administrative Review Final Results, 2023–2024) Commerce determined that Oman Aluminium Rolling Company SPC sold subject aluminum sheet in the United States at prices below normal value. The final weighted-average dumping margin is 14.71 percent. – Authority: U.S. Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration – Policy Type: AD – Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY – Investigation ID: A-523-814 – Link: common-alloy-aluminum-sheet-from-the-sultanate-of-oman-final-results-of-antidumping-duty-administrative-review-2023-2024 3) Key Takeaways (Factual) – Commerce issued final antidumping and countervailing duty orders for silicon metal from Laos and Angola. – The Department of Commerce continued AD and CVD orders on non-oriented electrical steel from China after expedited second sunset reviews confirmed likely recurrence of dumping and subsidization. – Multiple administrative reviews finalized findings of dumping margins ranging from 0% to 29.1%, including aluminum foil and mobile access equipment from China. – The ITC scheduled expedited five-year reviews for Indian matchbooks, keeping the duties under review active pending outcome. – Commerce affirmed several determinations covering Asian and Middle Eastern exporters, demonstrating ongoing enforcement of AD/CVD trade measures. 4) Full Source Links (Index) – Commodity Matchbooks from India – ITC Expedited
US Highlights 2026-04-15
US–China Trade Daily Highlights | 2026-04-15 1) Executive Summary Today’s summary covers four China-related events published by the U.S. Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration (ITA). All events pertain to antidumping (AD) and countervailing duty (CVD) proceedings. The updates include final results of sunset reviews for citric acid, oil country tubular goods (OCTG), and forged steel fluid end blocks, as well as preliminary administrative review results on aluminum extrusions from China. The policy instruments used were AD and CVD orders under section 751(c) or 751(a) of the Tariff Act of 1930. 2) Updates by Authority Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration Citric Acid and Certain Citrate Salts — Antidumping Duty (Final Results of Third Sunset Review) The Department of Commerce determined that revocation of the antidumping duty order on citric acid and certain citrate salts from the People’s Republic of China would likely lead to continuation or recurrence of dumping. Authority: Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration Policy Type: AD Event Type: Final Results of Sunset Review China Indicator: Explicit Key Details: Weighted-average dumping margins up to 156.87%. Review conducted pursuant to section 751(c) of the Tariff Act of 1930. Applicable date: April 15, 2026. Source: Link Citric Acid and Certain Citrate Salts — Countervailing Duty (Final Results of Third Sunset Review) Commerce concluded that revocation of the countervailing duty order on citric acid from China would likely result in continuation or recurrence of countervailable subsidies. Authority: Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration Policy Type: CVD Event Type: Final Results of Sunset Review China Indicator: Explicit Key Details: Net countervailable subsidy rates up to 166.34%. Producers include TTCA Co., Ltd. (60.07%) and Anhui BBCA Biochemical Co., Ltd. (166.34%). Applicable date: April 15, 2026. Source: Link Oil Country Tubular Goods (OCTG) — Antidumping Duty (Final Results of Third Sunset Review) Commerce found that revocation of the antidumping duty order on OCTG from China would likely lead to continuation or recurrence of dumping. Authority: Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration Policy Type: AD Event Type: Final Results of Sunset Review China Indicator: Explicit Key Details: Weighted-average dumping margins likely to prevail up to 99.14%. Domestic interested parties included United States Steel Tubular Products, Inc. and U.S. OCTG Manufacturers Association. Applicable date: April 15, 2026. Source: Link Oil Country Tubular Goods (OCTG) — Countervailing Duty (Final Results of Third Sunset Review) Commerce determined that revocation of the CVD order on OCTG from China would lead to continuation or recurrence of subsidization. Authority: Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration Policy Type: CVD Event Type: Final Results of Sunset Review China Indicator: Explicit Key Details: Net subsidy rates between 20.90% and 26.19%. Among named producers: Jiangsu Changbao Steel Tube Co. (22.87%), Tianjin Pipe (Group) Co. (20.90%), Zhejiang Jianli Enterprise Co. Ltd. (26.19%). Applicable date: April 15, 2026. Source: Link Forged Steel Fluid End Blocks — Countervailing Duty (Final Results of First Sunset Reviews) Commerce finds that revocation of the countervailing duty orders on forged steel fluid end blocks from China (along with Germany, India, and Italy) would lead to continuation or recurrence of countervailable subsidies. Authority: Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration Policy Type: CVD Event Type: Final Results of Sunset Reviews China Indicator: Explicit Key Details: Noted subsidy rates for Chinese producers up to 337.07%. Review conducted under sections 751(c) and 752(b) of the Tariff Act. Applicable date: April 15, 2026. Source: Link Aluminum Extrusions — Countervailing Duty (Preliminary Results and Partial Rescission of 2024 Administrative Review) Commerce preliminarily determined that certain producers and exporters of aluminum extrusions from China received countervailable subsidies during the 2024 period of review. Authority: Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration Policy Type: CVD Event Type: Preliminary Administrative Review Results China Indicator: Explicit Key Details: Period of review: January 1–December 31, 2024. Preliminary subsidy rate: 164.29% (based on adverse facts available). Review partially rescinded for 79 companies following withdrawals. Public comment period open 21 days after publication. Source: Link 3) Key Takeaways (Factual) Commerce reaffirmed both antidumping and countervailing duty orders on multiple Chinese products (citric acid, OCTG, and aluminum extrusions). The Department conducted reviews under section 751(c) to determine the likelihood of recurrence of dumping and subsidization if the orders were revoked. Aluminum extrusions from China remain subject to high preliminary subsidy rates, and the review includes both rescissions and adverse fact-based determinations. Domestic U.S. industries and trade associations participated in each review process, underscoring consistent engagement in enforcement actions regarding Chinese exports. Most determinations were expedited reviews due to absence of substantive response from foreign producers or government authorities. 4) Full Source Links (Index) Citric acid – AD sunset review Citric acid – CVD sunset review OCTG – AD sunset review OCTG – CVD sunset review Forged steel fluid end blocks – CVD sunset reviews Aluminum extrusions – CVD administrative review 2024 5) Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected and summarized from publicly available U.S. government materials, including the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content presented is not an official government publication and does not represent the views of any U.S. government authority. This article is provided for informational and research purposes only and does not constitute legal advice, compliance advice, or recommendations for any specific entity or transaction. Readers should refer to the original official documents and consult qualified professionals before making decisions based on this information.
US Highlights 2026-04-13
US–China Trade Daily Highlights | 2026-04-13 1) Executive Summary Seven China-related trade remedy and Section 337 actions are reported today. Authorities involved include the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) and the U.S. Department of Commerce (DOC). Key policy tools are Section 337 investigations, antidumping (AD) and countervailing duty (CVD) cases, and administrative reviews. Actions span industries from chemicals and furniture to industrial materials, reflecting both new investigations and continuation of existing trade orders. 2) Updates by Authority INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION (ITC) Polytetramethylene Ether Glycol (PTMEG) — Antidumping Investigations (Institution and Scheduling) The ITC instituted preliminary phase antidumping duty investigations on PTMEG from China, South Korea, Taiwan, and Vietnam. The investigations assess whether a U.S. industry is injured by imports allegedly sold at less than fair value. – Authority: U.S. International Trade Commission – Policy Type: AD_CVD – Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY – China Indicator: EXPLICIT – Key identifiers: Investigation Nos. 731-TA-1782–1785 (Preliminary) – Key date: Preliminary determination due by May 26, 2026; Commission’s views due to Commerce by June 2, 2026 – Source: MYLink Certain Processed Slabs and Methods for Making Same — Section 337 (Motion to Intervene) The ITC decided not to review an administrative law judge’s Order No. 9 that granted Cosentino North America’s motion to intervene as a respondent in Investigation No. 337‑TA‑1482. – Authority: International Trade Commission – Policy Type: ITC_337 – Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY – China Indicator: NONE – Key identifiers: Inv. No. 337-TA-1482; Cambria Company LLC complaint – Key date: Commission vote April 8, 2026 – Source: MYLink Certain Coated Confectionery Products — Section 337 (Complaint; Public Interest Comments) The ITC received a complaint titled *Certain Coated Confectionery Products and Components Thereof, DN 3900* and seeks public interest comments on potential exclusion or cease-and-desist remedies. – Authority: International Trade Commission – Policy Type: ITC_337 – Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY – China Indicator: NONE – Key identifiers: Docket No. 3900; complainant Promotion in Motion, Inc. – Key date: Comments due within 8 calendar days after Federal Register publication – Source: MYLink Screen Protectors and Application Systems — Section 337 (Institution of Investigation) The ITC instituted Investigation No. 337‑TA‑1497 based on a complaint filed by Belkin International, Inc. concerning possible infringement of U.S. patents on screen protectors and application systems. – Authority: International Trade Commission – Policy Type: ITC_337 – Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY – China Indicator: NONE – Key identifiers: Inv. No. 337‑TA‑1497; Belkin International complaint against Superior Communications, Inc. – Key date: Commission order issued April 8, 2026 – Source: MYLink DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration Wooden Bedroom Furniture from China — Antidumping Administrative Review (Preliminary Results) The Department of Commerce preliminarily determined that 11 companies did not qualify for separate rates and remain part of the China‑wide entity. The review was rescinded for 18 other companies. – Authority: Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration – Policy Type: AD_CVD – Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY – China Indicator: EXPLICIT – Key identifiers: A‑570‑890; POR Jan. 1–Dec. 31, 2024 – Key date: Issued April 8, 2026 – Source: MYLink Kitchen Appliance Shelving and Racks from China — Continuation of AD/CVD Orders (Sunset Review Final) Commerce continued the antidumping and countervailing duty orders on kitchen appliance shelving and racks from China after determinations that revocation would likely lead to the recurrence of dumping and subsidization. – Authority: Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration – Policy Type: AD_CVD – Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY – China Indicator: EXPLICIT – Key date: Continuation effective April 1, 2026 – Source: MYLink Methylene Diphenyl Diisocyanate (MDI) from China — Final Determination of Sales at Less Than Fair Value Commerce issued its final affirmative determination that MDI imports from China were sold in the U.S. at less than fair value for the investigation period July 1–December 31, 2024. – Authority: Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration – Policy Type: AD_CVD – Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY – China Indicator: EXPLICIT – Key identifiers: A‑570‑200; weighted‑average dumping margin 159.04% for the China‑wide entity, 85.11% for separate‑rate firms – Key date: Final determination dated April 7, 2026 – Source: MYLink 3) Key Takeaways (Factual) – The ITC launched or advanced multiple Section 337 investigations, covering processed slabs, screen protectors, and confectionery products. – Commerce initiated and scheduled preliminary antidumping inquiries into PTMEG imports from China and several Asian economies. – Commerce continued existing AD/CVD orders on Chinese kitchen appliance racks, maintaining duties following a positive sunset review. – The final MDI determination confirmed a significant dumping margin for Chinese exporters, setting the stage for potential duties subject to ITC injury confirmation. – Administrative reviews continue under long‑standing orders—such as for wooden bedroom furniture—showing ongoing enforcement of AD measures on Chinese goods. 4) Full Source Links (Index) – Certain Processed Slabs — Section 337 Motion to Intervene – Certain Coated Confectionery Products — Complaint and Public Interest Comments – Certain Screen Protectors — Institution of Investigation – Polytetramethylene Ether Glycol (PTMEG) — AD Investigation Initiation – Wooden Bedroom Furniture from China — Administrative Review Preliminary Results – Kitchen Appliance Shelving and Racks from China — Continuation of AD/CVD Orders – Methylene Diphenyl Diisocyanate (MDI) from China — Final LTFV Determination 5) Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected and summarized from publicly available U.S. government materials, including the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content presented is not an official government publication and does not represent the views of any U.S. government authority. This article is provided for informational and research purposes only and does not constitute legal advice, compliance advice, or recommendations for any specific entity or transaction. Readers should refer to the original official documents and consult qualified professionals before making decisions based on this information.
US Highlights 2026-04-10
US–China Trade Daily Highlights | 2026-04-10 1) Executive Summary Today’s edition covers 12 official U.S. government notices related to trade, enforcement, and information collection. The main agencies are the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), the Department of Commerce (DOC), and the Department of Justice (DOJ). Key instruments include antidumping (AD) and countervailing duty (CVD) reviews, Section 337 investigations, and procedural notices under the Paperwork Reduction Act and the Foreign Agents Registration Act. One ITC action involves China explicitly under Section 337, and Commerce published several AD/CVD determinations worldwide—two directly involving China. 2) Updates by Authority INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION (ITC) Glass Substrates for Liquid Crystal Displays — Section 337 (Public Interest Solicitation) The ITC issued a notice seeking public comments on the public interest implications of a potential exclusion order in Investigation No. 337-TA-1441, covering certain glass substrates for LCDs and products incorporating them. The ALJ issued an initial determination of violation on April 7, 2026, involving respondents including Caihong Display Devices, TCL China Star Optoelectronics, and affiliates. Public submissions are due May 8, 2026. Authority: International Trade Commission Policy Type: ITC_337 Event Type: Trade Remedy China Indicator: Explicit Key date: April 7, 2026 (initial determination) Link: Source Pickleball Paddles — Section 337 (Complaint and Public Interest Notice) ITC announced receipt of a new complaint in Docket 3898, “Certain Pickleball Paddles,” alleging Section 337 violations through import and sale of infringing paddles. The Commission seeks public comments on the potential public interest impact of requested exclusion and cease-and-desist orders. Authority: International Trade Commission Policy Type: ITC_337 Event Type: Trade Remedy Key date: April 7, 2026 (notice issuance) Link: Source USMCA Automotive Rules of Origin — Procedural Notice (Information Collection) The ITC announced plans to submit a Motor Vehicle Producer Questionnaire to OMB under Investigation No. 332‑608, supporting its 2027 report on the economic impact of USMCA automotive rules of origin. Comments are due within 60 days of publication. Authority: International Trade Commission Policy Type: Procedural Notice Event Type: Policy Notice Link: Source DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE (INTERNATIONAL TRADE ADMINISTRATION) Monosodium Glutamate (MSG) from China and Indonesia — Final Sunset Reviews (AD) Commerce confirmed that eliminating the AD orders on MSG from China and Indonesia would likely lead to renewed dumping at margins up to 40.41% (China) and 6.19% (Indonesia). Policy Type: AD_CVD Event Type: Sunset Review (Final) China Indicator: Explicit Authority: DOC, Enforcement & Compliance Link: Source Tetrahydrofurfuryl Alcohol (THFA) from China — Fourth Sunset Review (AD) Commerce found that revocation of the AD order on THFA from China would likely cause continuation of dumping, with margins up to 136.86%. Policy Type: AD_CVD Event Type: Sunset Review (Final) China Indicator: Explicit Authority: DOC, Enforcement & Compliance Link: Source Hot-Rolled Steel Flat Products from Japan — Preliminary Results of AD Review (2023–2024) Commerce preliminarily determined that Nippon Steel sold below normal value (13.07%) while Tokyo Steel had a 0% margin. The review covers multiple respondents; comments are due per standard AD procedures. Link: Source Hot-Rolled Steel from Korea — Preliminary CVD Review (2023) DOC preliminarily found countervailable subsidies for Hyundai Steel (1.28%) and POSCO (3.71%); 13 firms’ reviews were rescinded. Link: Source Prestressed Concrete Steel Wire Strand — Multiple Countries (AD/CVD and Sunset Reviews) From Brazil, India, Mexico, Korea, Thailand: revocation would continue dumping at margins up to 118.75% (Brazil). From Japan: revocation of older “finding” would likely produce renewed dumping up to 13.30%. Separately, for India (CVD Order), subsidies would continue at rates up to 62.92%. Links: Brazil et al. | Japan | India CVD Commodity Matchbooks from India — AD/CVD Sunset Reviews Revocation of AD and CVD orders on Indian commodity matchbooks would lead to renewed dumping (66.07% AD) and subsidization (9.88% CVD). Links: AD Review | CVD Review Carbon and Alloy Steel Threaded Rod from India — Final AD Review Commerce found no dumping by Mangal Steel Enterprises Ltd. for the 2023–2024 review period; margins are zero. Link: Source Frozen Warmwater Shrimp from India — Partial AD Review Rescission (2024–2025) DOC rescinded the administrative review for dozens of companies lacking reviewable entries. Link: Source Large Diameter Welded Pipe from Canada — Rescission of AD Review (2024–2025) The review was rescinded due to lack of shipments. Link: Source Common Alloy Aluminum Sheet from Türkiye — Final AD Review Commerce finalized dumping margins between 4.01% and 14.19% for Turkish producers, maintaining duties. Link: Source DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE – POLICY / EXPORT PROMOTION American AI Exports Program — Call for Consortia Proposals The International Trade Administration announced a call for proposals under the new American AI Exports Program, seeking industry-led “pre-set” consortia to promote full-stack U.S. AI technology exports, per Executive Order 14320. Consortia must meet U.S. content and control standards; designation may offer priority government advocacy and export licensing support. Proposals are due June 30, 2026. Link: Source Duty-Free Entry for Scientific Instruments — PRA Information Collection Notice Commerce seeks public comment on renewing Form ITA‑338P for requests under the Florence Agreement, enabling duty-free entry of qualifying scientific equipment. Link: Source DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE – NATIONAL SECURITY DIVISION (FARA UNIT) Three separate notices invite public comment on revised Foreign Agents Registration Act (FARA) information collections: Form NSD‑1 (Registration Statement) Form NSD‑5 (Amendment to Registration Statement) Form NSD‑6 (Short Form Statement) Each proposal seeks 60-day public comments under the Paperwork Reduction Act. Links: NSD‑1 | NSD‑5 | NSD‑6 3) Key Takeaways (Factual) China remains a focus in trade enforcement: Commerce reaffirmed continuation of AD orders on MSG and THFA from China, and the ITC advanced a Section 337 case involving Chinese LCD component makers. Global AD/CVD maintenance: Commerce concluded numerous sunset reviews across Asia and Latin America, confirming persistent dumping risk in sectors like steel strand and matchbooks. Trade policy innovation: The Commerce Department launched the American AI Exports Program to structure U.S. AI export promotion under new executive authority. Regulatory housekeeping: Multiple notices addressed ongoing information-collection renewals across Commerce and Justice agencies, ensuring compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act. No major unwinding of trade barriers observed—most reviews sustained existing duties or
US Highlights 2026-04-08
US–China Trade Daily Highlights | 2026-04-08 1) Executive Summary Four trade remedy announcements were published today by the U.S. Department of Commerce (International Trade Administration). All actions relate to antidumping (AD) and countervailing duty (CVD) proceedings covering imports from various countries, including Germany, Switzerland, Colombia, and Taiwan. The notices include preliminary and final results of administrative reviews, a rescission of a review, and a correction to a prior rescission notice. The policy instruments in focus are AD administrative reviews, cash deposit requirements, and determinations of no reviewable entries. 2) Updates by Authority Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration Forged Steel Fluid End Blocks (Germany) — AD Administrative Review (Preliminary Results) The Department of Commerce preliminarily determined that forged steel fluid end blocks from Germany were not sold in the United States at less than normal value for the period January 1, 2024, through December 31, 2024. The weighted-average dumping margin for BGH Edelstahl Siegen GmbH is zero. Interested parties are invited to comment before Commerce issues the final results. – Authority: Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration – Policy Type: Antidumping Duty (AD) – Event Type: Preliminary Results of Administrative Review – Key identifiers: Case A-428-847 – Key dates: Preliminary results published April 8, 2026; comments due within 21 days of publication. – Source: Link Certain Cold-Drawn Mechanical Tubing of Carbon and Alloy Steel (Switzerland) — AD Administrative Review (Rescission) Commerce rescinded the administrative review of the antidumping duty order on certain cold-drawn mechanical tubing from Switzerland for the period June 1, 2024, through May 31, 2025. The review was rescinded with respect to Benteler Rothrist AG, Mubea Präzisionsstahlrohr AG, and Mubea Inc, because the firms had no reviewable entries during the period of review. – Authority: Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration – Policy Type: Antidumping Duty (AD) – Event Type: Rescission of Administrative Review – Key identifiers: Case A-441-801 – Key dates: Applicable April 8, 2026. – Source: Link Citric Acid and Certain Citrate Salts (Colombia) — AD Administrative Review (Final Results) Commerce determined that citric acid and certain citrate salts from Colombia were sold in the United States at less than normal value during the period July 1, 2023, through June 30, 2024. The final weighted-average dumping margin for Sucroal S.A. is 4.69 percent. Assessment and cash deposit instructions will be issued to U.S. Customs and Border Protection consistent with the final determination. – Authority: Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration – Policy Type: Antidumping Duty (AD) – Event Type: Final Results of Administrative Review – Key identifiers: Case A-301-803 – Key dates: Applicable April 8, 2026. – Source: Link Boltless Steel Shelving (Taiwan) — AD/CVD Administrative Review (Correction Notice) Commerce issued a correction to a prior notice rescinding antidumping and countervailing duty administrative reviews published February 13, 2026. The correction clarifies that the correct period of review for Taiwan’s boltless steel shelving AD review is November 29, 2023, through May 31, 2025, instead of the period originally listed. – Authority: Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration – Policy Type: Antidumping and Countervailing Duty (AD/CVD) – Event Type: Correction Notice – Key identifiers: Case A-583-871 – Key dates: Correction dated April 6, 2026. – Source: Link 3) Key Takeaways (Factual) The Department of Commerce published four trade remedy updates on April 8, 2026, all within the International Trade Administration. Commerce issued both preliminary (Germany) and final (Colombia) results of antidumping administrative reviews. The Switzerland tubing review was rescinded due to no entries of subject merchandise during the review period. A correction clarified the period of review for Taiwan’s boltless steel shelving administrative review. Cash deposit requirements and assessment instructions remain governed by the established AD/CVD procedures. 4) Full Source Links (Index) Forged Steel Fluid End Blocks — Preliminary Results (Germany) Cold-Drawn Mechanical Tubing — Rescission (Switzerland) Citric Acid and Citrate Salts — Final Results (Colombia) Boltless Steel Shelving — Correction Notice (Taiwan) 5) Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected and summarized from publicly available U.S. government materials, including the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content presented is not an official government publication and does not represent the views of any U.S. government authority. This article is provided for informational and research purposes only and does not constitute legal advice, compliance advice, or recommendations for any specific entity or transaction. Readers should refer to the original official documents and consult qualified professionals before making decisions based on this information.
US Highlights 2026-04-06
US–China Trade Daily Highlights | 2026-04-06 1) Executive Summary This briefing covers seven U.S. trade policy developments published on April 6, 2026. The main authorities involved are the U.S. Department of Commerce (International Trade Administration) and the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC). The policy instruments include antidumping and countervailing duty orders and reviews, and Section 337 investigations. Several events directly reference the People’s Republic of China, including new AD/CVD orders on float glass products and an ITC Section 337 investigation involving Chinese electronics firms. 2) Updates by Authority INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION (ITC) Non-Oriented Electrical Steel — AD/CVD (Expedited Five-Year Reviews)The ITC announced the scheduling of expedited five-year (“sunset”) reviews to determine whether revocation of antidumping duty and countervailing duty orders on non-oriented electrical steel (NOES) from China, Germany, Japan, South Korea, Sweden, and Taiwan would likely result in continued or recurring material injury to the U.S. industry. The Commission determined that the domestic industry response was adequate but the respondent response inadequate, and therefore is proceeding with expedited reviews. Authority: U.S. International Trade Commission Policy Type: AD/CVD Event Type: Expedited Review Scheduling China Indicator: Explicit Investigation Nos.: 701-TA-506 and 508, 731-TA-1238–1243 (Second Review) Key Date: March 6, 2026 (determination to expedite); comments due by April 15, 2026 Link: Source Display Devices and Streaming Players (Smart Televisions) — ITC Section 337 (Institution of Investigation)The ITC instituted Investigation No. 337-TA-1496 based on a complaint filed March 2, 2026, and supplemented March 17, 2026, by InnoTV Labs, LLC. The complaint alleges violations of Section 337 of the Tariff Act through the importation and sale of certain display devices, streaming players, and components thereof, including smart televisions, that allegedly infringe six U.S. patents. The investigation names Hisense Co., Ltd. and affiliates in China and the United States, as well as Roku, Inc. and associated firms in Shanghai and Shenzhen, among others. The complainant requests limited exclusion and cease‑and‑desist orders. Authority: U.S. International Trade Commission Policy Type: ITC Section 337 Event Type: Institution of Investigation China Indicator: Explicit Investigation No.: 337‑TA‑1496 Date Issued: April 1, 2026 Link: Source Ink Cartridges and Components — ITC Section 337 (Request for Public Interest Submissions)The ITC issued a notice inviting public submissions on the potential public interest effects of remedial orders arising from Investigation No. 337‑TA‑1452 concerning ink cartridges and components thereof. Following a March 24, 2026, summary determination by the Administrative Law Judge finding a violation of Section 337, the Commission seeks comments on whether exclusion orders could affect U.S. health, welfare, competition, production, or consumers. Submissions are due by April 30, 2026. Authority: U.S. International Trade Commission Policy Type: ITC Section 337 Event Type: Request for Submissions on Public Interest China Indicator: None specified Key Date: March 24, 2026 (ALJ determination); comments due April 30, 2026 Link: Source DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE (INTERNATIONAL TRADE ADMINISTRATION) Float Glass Products — Antidumping Duty Order (China)The Department of Commerce issued the final antidumping duty (AD) order on float glass products from the People’s Republic of China after affirmative final determinations by both Commerce and the ITC. The order covers various types of soda‑lime‑silica float glass. Unliquidated entries from China are subject to AD duties, with initial cash deposit rates including a China‑wide rate of 181.52%. Authority: U.S. Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration Policy Type: AD Event Type: Final Order Issuance China Indicator: Explicit Investigation No.: A‑570‑188 Effective Date: April 6, 2026 Link: Source Float Glass Products — Countervailing Duty Orders (China and Malaysia)Commerce issued countervailing duty (CVD) orders on float glass products from China and Malaysia following affirmative final findings by Commerce and the ITC that U.S. industries were materially injured by subsidized imports. Individual subsidy rates were published for multiple producers, led by Xinyi Group (Glass) Co., Ltd. at 19.75 percent for China. Authority: U.S. Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration Policy Type: CVD Event Type: Final Order Issuance China Indicator: Explicit Investigation Nos.: C‑570‑189 (China), C‑557‑833 (Malaysia) Effective Date: April 6, 2026 Link: Source Polyethylene Retail Carrier Bags — Antidumping Duty Administrative Review (China, Preliminary Results)Commerce preliminarily determined that Crown Polyethylene Products (International) Ltd. is not eligible for a separate rate and will remain part of the China‑wide entity subject to the existing 77.57 percent AD rate. The Department also rescinded the review in part for Dongguan Nozawa Plastics Products Co., Ltd. and United Power Packaging, Ltd., finding no reviewable entries during the August 1, 2024–July 31, 2025 review period. Authority: U.S. Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration Policy Type: AD Event Type: Preliminary Administrative Review and Partial Rescission China Indicator: Explicit Review Period: August 1, 2024 – July 31, 2025 Link: Source Sodium Nitrite — Countervailing Duty Administrative Review (India; Correction Notice)Commerce issued a correction to its February 24, 2026, notice for the 2022–2023 CVD administrative review of sodium nitrite from India, clarifying a final partial rescission of the review with respect to three Indian producers (Kutch Chemical Industries, Palvi Industries Limited, and Lotus Global Pvt. Ltd.). Authority: U.S. Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration Policy Type: CVD Event Type: Correction Notice China Indicator: None Review Period: 2022–2023 Link: Source 3) Key Takeaways (Factual) The ITC opened a new Section 337 investigation into alleged patent infringement involving smart televisions and streaming devices from multiple Chinese and U.S. entities. Float glass imports from China are now subject to both antidumping and countervailing duty orders, following final affirmative determinations by Commerce and the ITC. The ITC is undertaking expedited five-year reviews of non-oriented electrical steel from China and several other countries to determine whether existing trade orders should remain in effect. The Department of Commerce’s preliminary review of polyethylene retail carrier bags reaffirmed the China‑wide rate for certain exporters and rescinded the review for others. Other non-China AD/CVD actions (India sodium nitrite correction, Türkiye rebar review) illustrate ongoing global trade enforcement but are included here for context on process consistency. 4) Full Source Links (Index) Float glass products – AD order (China) Float glass products – CVD orders (China, Malaysia) Polyethylene retail carrier bags – AD review (China)
US Highlights 2026-04-03
US–China Trade Daily Highlights | 2026-04-03 1) Executive Summary This briefing covers one China-related trade remedy event published on April 3, 2026. The U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) announced scheduling of the final phase of antidumping and countervailing duty (AD/CVD) investigations involving imports of animal feed-grade l-lysine from China. The notice concerns determinations under the Tariff Act of 1930 related to alleged subsidization and sales at less-than-fair-value by Chinese exporters. The policy instruments referenced are AD and CVD mechanisms administered jointly by the ITC and the Department of Commerce. 2) Updates by Authority INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION (ITC – U.S. International Trade Commission) Animal Feed-Grade L-Lysine — Antidumping and Countervailing Duty Investigation (Final Phase Scheduling) The ITC issued a notice scheduling the final phase of antidumping and countervailing duty investigations Nos. 701-TA-767 and 731-TA-1750 concerning imports of animal feed-grade l-lysine from China. The investigations will determine whether U.S. industry is materially injured or threatened with material injury by reason of imports that the Department of Commerce preliminarily found to be subsidized and sold at less-than-fair-value. The notice outlines the procedural timeline, hearing dates, deadlines for briefs, and participation instructions for interested parties. Authority: International Trade Commission Policy Type: Antidumping and Countervailing Duties (AD/CVD) Event Type: Trade Remedy China Indicator: Explicit (imports from China) Investigation Numbers: 701-TA-767 and 731-TA-1750 (Final) Key Dates: Prehearing staff report release: June 30, 2026 Hearing: July 14, 2026 Prehearing briefs due: July 7, 2026 Posthearing briefs and written statements due: July 22, 2026 Final comments due: August 13, 2026 Scope Summary: Covers animal feed-grade l-lysine, including lysine monohydrochloride, lysine sulfate, and liquid lysine, regardless of form or combination with other products. Petitioners: Archer Daniels Midland Company (ADM), CJ Bio America, Inc., and Evonik Corporation. Source: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/l-lysine-from-china-scheduling-of-the-final-phase-of-countervailing-duty-and-antidumping-duty-investigations/ 3) Key Takeaways (Factual) The ITC scheduled the final phase of AD/CVD investigations on Chinese-origin l-lysine used in animal feed. Investigations Nos. 701-TA-767 and 731-TA-1750 address alleged subsidies and dumping by Chinese producers. The scope includes multiple chemical forms of lysine and extends to products blended or processed in third countries. The ITC hearing is set for July 14, 2026, with final comments due by August 13, 2026. Petitioners include ADM, CJ Bio America, and Evonik Corporation. 4) Full Source Links (Index) L-Lysine from China – Final Phase AD/CVD Investigation Scheduling (ITC Notice) 5) Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected and summarized from publicly available U.S. government materials, including the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content presented is not an official government publication and does not represent the views of any U.S. government authority. This article is provided for informational and research purposes only and does not constitute legal advice, compliance advice, or recommendations for any specific entity or transaction. Readers should refer to the original official documents and consult qualified professionals before making decisions based on this information.
