US–China Trade Daily Highlights | 2026-01-27 1) Executive Summary Eight China-related trade remedy and Section 337 events were published on January 27, 2026. The U.S. Department of Commerce (International Trade Administration) and the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) were the primary authorities involved. Actions included antidumping (AD) and countervailing duty (CVD) orders, administrative review results, a circumvention inquiry, and several Section 337 patent-investigation updates. Covered policy tools include AD/CVD orders, Section 337 investigations, and enforcement actions across industrial materials, solar products, and intellectual property disputes. 2) Updates by Authority International Trade Commission (ITC) Certain Processed Slabs and Methods for Making Same — ITC Section 337 (Notice of Institution of Investigation) The ITC instituted Investigation No. 337-TA-1482 following a complaint by Cambria Company LLC alleging patent infringement of quartz surface products and methods for making the same (U.S. Patents 10,195,762; 10,252,440; and 12,370,718). The Commission will examine potential Section 337 violations and consider exclusion and cease-and-desist orders. – Authority: INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION – Policy Type: ITC_337 – Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY – Key Dates: Complaint filed December 19, 2025; Investigation instituted January 23, 2026 – Link: Source Certain Hydrodermabrasion Systems and Components Thereof — ITC Section 337 (Commission Review and Extension) The Commission decided to review in part the final initial determination in Investigation No. 337-TA-1408 concerning alleged patent infringement of hydrodermabrasion systems (U.S. Patent 11,865,287). Additional written comments are requested on remedies, public interest, and bonding. The target completion date was extended to March 23, 2026. – Authority: INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION – Policy Type: ITC_337 – Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY – Key Dates: Review vote January 22, 2026; Comments due February 5 and 12, 2026 – Link: Source Certain Crafting Machines and Components Thereof — ITC Section 337 (Request for Public Interest Submissions) The ITC issued a notice requesting public submissions in Investigation No. 337-TA-1426 involving crafting machines imported by several Chinese and other entities. The ALJ issued an initial determination on violation and recommended general and limited exclusion orders and cease-and-desist orders against the named respondents. Comments on public interest issues are due by February 23, 2026. – Authority: INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION – Policy Type: ITC_337 – Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY – China Indicator: EXPLICIT – Key Date: Initial Determination issued January 21, 2026 – Link: Source Department of Commerce – International Trade Administration (ITA) Thermoformed Molded Fiber Products from China and Vietnam — Countervailing Duty Orders (Final) Based on affirmative final findings by Commerce and the ITC, countervailing duty orders were issued on thermoformed molded fiber products from China and Vietnam. The ITC found material injury to a U.S. industry and critical circumstances for Vietnam, resulting in retroactive duties. – Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration – Policy Type: AD_CVD (CVD Orders) – Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY – China Indicator: EXPLICIT – Key Date: Orders effective January 27, 2026 – Link: Source Thermoformed Molded Fiber Products from China and Vietnam — Antidumping Duty Orders (Final) Commerce issued companion antidumping duty orders covering the same products from China and Vietnam, following affirmative determinations by both Commerce and the ITC. The orders require cash deposits and create annual inquiry service lists per recent rulemaking. – Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration – Policy Type: AD_CVD (AD Orders) – Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY – China Indicator: EXPLICIT – Key Date: Orders effective January 27, 2026 – Link: Source Crystalline Silicon Photovoltaic Cells (Solar Cells) from China — Final Results of Countervailing Duty Administrative Review (2022) Commerce finalized its 2022 review, finding countervailable subsidies for Chinese solar cell producers. It applied adverse facts available to several companies and set company-specific and non-selected rates. – Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration – Policy Type: AD_CVD (CVD Administrative Review) – Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY – China Indicator: EXPLICIT – Key Date: Results issued December 29, 2025 – Link: Source Initiation of AD/CVD Administrative Reviews — Multiple Countries (Including China) Commerce initiated administrative reviews for numerous AD and CVD orders with November 2025 anniversaries, including several cases involving China (e.g., diamond sawblades, lightweight thermal paper, chlorinated isocyanurates, aluminum lithographic plates). Procedures for separate rate applications and service list maintenance were outlined. – Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration – Policy Type: AD_CVD (Administrative Review Initiations) – Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY – China Indicator: EXPLICIT (multiple Chinese exporters listed) – Key Date: Applicable January 27, 2026 – Link: Source Carbon and Certain Alloy Steel Wire Rod from China — Continuation of AD and CVD Orders (Sunset Review) Following affirmative determinations by Commerce and the ITC in the second five-year (sunset) review, both antidumping and countervailing duty orders on Chinese wire rod remain in effect. Authorities found revocation would likely lead to recurrence of dumping, subsidization, and injury. – Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration – Policy Type: AD_CVD (Sunset Review Continuation) – Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY – China Indicator: EXPLICIT – Key Date: Continuation effective December 29, 2025 – Link: Source Certain Brake Drums from China — Initiation of Circumvention Inquiry (AD/CVD Orders) Commerce initiated a country-wide inquiry to determine whether compacted graphite iron brake drums from China (including model M328D557 made by PanAsia CVD (HK) Ltd.) constitute later-developed merchandise circumventing existing brake drum AD and CVD orders. – Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration – Policy Type: AD_CVD (Circumvention Inquiry) – Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY – China Indicator: EXPLICIT – Key Date: Initiation effective January 27, 2026 – Link: Source 3) Key Takeaways (Factual) The ITC opened three new or continuing Section 337 investigations involving alleged patent infringement and requested public input on potential exclusion orders. Commerce issued both antidumping and countervailing duty orders on thermoformed molded fiber products from China and Vietnam. Commerce initiated a circumvention inquiry on Chinese compacted graphite iron brake drums to assess potential evasion of existing AD/CVD orders. AD/CVD administrative reviews were launched across multiple Chinese product categories under November anniversary dockets. The U.S. government reaffirmed continuation of AD and CVD orders on Chinese carbon and alloy steel wire rod after sunset review findings of likely recurrence of injury. 4) Full Source

US–China Trade Daily Highlights | 2026-01-26 1) Executive Summary Today’s update covers nine trade remedy and enforcement actions involving both China and other U.S. trading partners. The principal authorities include the U.S. Department of Commerce (DOC) and the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC). The DOC addressed multiple antidumping (AD) and countervailing duty (CVD) matters—final orders, administrative reviews, scope rulings, and covered merchandise findings—while the ITC issued determinations and instituted new investigations, including a Section 337 complaint involving Chinese electric unicycles. The policy instruments span AD/CVD enforcement, injury investigations, critical circumstances determinations, and public interest comment solicitations. 2) Updates by Authority ITC (U.S. International Trade Commission) Citric Acid and Certain Citrate Salts — Institution of AD/CVD Investigations (Preliminary Phase)The ITC opened preliminary phase AD and CVD investigations on imports of citric acid and certain citrate salts from Canada and India, alleging sales at less than fair value and subsidization. The Commission must reach preliminary determinations by March 9, 2026, and transmit its views to Commerce by March 16, 2026. Authority: International Trade Commission Policy Type: AD/CVD Event Type: Trade Remedy Investigation (Preliminary) Key IDs: Inv. Nos. 701-TA-783–784 and 731-TA-1771–1772 Key Dates: Staff conference Feb. 11, 2026; preliminary determination due Mar. 9, 2026 Source: Link Fresh Tomatoes from Mexico — AD Review Investigation (Changed Circumstances)The ITC instituted an investigation under section 751(b) of the Tariff Act to reassess its final determination in AD Investigation No. 731-TA-747, examining whether revocation of the AD order on fresh tomatoes from Mexico would likely lead to continuation or recurrence of material injury. A hearing will be held on May 19, 2026. Authority: International Trade Commission Policy Type: AD/CVD Event Type: Changed Circumstances Review Key IDs: Inv. No. 751-TA-30 Dates: Review instituted Jan. 21, 2026; hearing May 19, 2026; final comments due June 25, 2026 Source: Link Gyro‑Stabilized Electric Unicycles — Section 337 Complaint (Public Interest Solicitation)The ITC received a Section 337 complaint titled Certain Gyro-Stabilized Electric Unicycles and Components Thereof, docket number 3877, filed by U.S. companies Inventist, Inc. and Alien Technology Group, Inc. against several Chinese manufacturers, including Guangzhou Veteran Intelligent Technology, Dong Guan BEGODE, Inmotion Technologies, Shenzhen King Song, and Guangzhou JiDongTai Intelligent Equipment Co. The Commission seeks public comments on potential public interest issues related to requested exclusion or cease-and-desist orders. Authority: International Trade Commission Policy Type: Section 337 (ITC_337) Event Type: Complaint Receipt and Comment Solicitation China Indicator: Explicit Key IDs: Docket No. 3877 Key Dates: Comments due eight days after Federal Register publication Source: Link DOC (U.S. Department of Commerce – International Trade Administration) Notice of Scope Rulings — Multiple AD/CVD Orders Including ChinaCommerce published a quarterly list of scope rulings (July 1–September 30, 2025), including findings for China: Finished heat sinks (aluminum extrusions): within scope. Fresh garlic in brine: excluded from scope. Memory foam mattresses: within scope. Wooden cabinets and vanities: within scope. Additional rulings cover products from India, Mexico, and Thailand. Authority: Department of Commerce, Enforcement and Compliance Policy Type: AD/CVD (Scope Rulings) Event Type: Quarterly Publication China Indicator: Explicit Dates: Period covered July–September 2025 Source: Link Slag Pots from China — AD and CVD Final Orders IssuedFollowing affirmative injury determinations by both Commerce and the ITC, AD and CVD orders were issued on slag pots from the People’s Republic of China. The orders cover slag pots with nominal capacities of 65–1,200 cubic feet. Customs and Border Protection will collect duties consistent with the published rates. Authority: Department of Commerce, Enforcement and Compliance Policy Type: AD/CVD Event Type: Final Orders China Indicator: Explicit Key IDs: A-570-196, C-570-197 Key Dates: Applicable Jan. 26, 2026; ITC injury determination Nov. 25, 2025 Source: Link Mobile Access Equipment from China — Amended Final CVD Results (2022 Review)Commerce corrected a ministerial error in the 2022 administrative review for mobile access equipment and subassemblies thereof from China, revising the cash deposit rate for Zhejiang Dingli Machinery Co., Ltd. and its cross-owned affiliates. The revised subsidy rate is 33.10 percent ad valorem. Authority: Department of Commerce, Enforcement and Compliance Policy Type: CVD (Administrative Review Amendment) Event Type: Amended Final Results China Indicator: Explicit Key ID: C-570-140 Period: Jan. 1–Dec. 31, 2022 Source: Link Certain Chassis and Subassemblies from China — Preliminary Covered Merchandise InquiryCommerce preliminarily determined that axle beams, slider boxes, and landing gear sets imported by AXN Heavy Duty LLC (now FEMC LLC) from China are covered merchandise under the AD/CVD orders on chassis and subassemblies. These findings are importer-specific and may trigger duty collection for relevant entries. Authority: Department of Commerce, Enforcement and Compliance Policy Type: AD/CVD (Covered Merchandise Inquiry) Event Type: Preliminary Determination China Indicator: Explicit Key IDs: A-570-135, C-570-136 Date: Applicable Jan. 26, 2026 Source: Link Certain Hardwood Plywood Products from China — Final Results of AD/CVD Reviews (No Shipments)Commerce concluded that four Chinese exporters of hardwood plywood made no shipments during 2023. The review period was Jan. 1–Dec. 31, 2023. Three firms (Eagle Industries, Golden Bridge Industries, and Lechenwood Viet Nam Co.) were found eligible to continue certifying future shipments as non-subject merchandise under the certification program. Authority: Department of Commerce, Enforcement and Compliance Policy Type: AD/CVD (Administrative Review Final Results) Event Type: Final Results, No Shipments China Indicator: Explicit Key IDs: A-570-051, C-570-052 Date: Applicable Jan. 26, 2026 Source: Link 3) Key Takeaways (Factual) Commerce finalized new AD and CVD orders on slag pots from China, confirming the product’s inclusion and injury findings. The ITC initiated three investigations: a new AD/CVD case on citric acid and citrate salts, a review of the Mexican tomato order, and a Section 337 complaint involving Chinese electric unicycles. Multiple China-related rulings clarified scope and coverage—covering heat sinks, chassis components, and hardwood plywood—reinforcing enforcement under existing orders. Commerce’s amended CVD review for Zhejiang Dingli Machinery adjusted subsidy rates following correction of an error. Quarterly scope rulings summarized treatment of products under several China-origin AD/CVD orders across industries. 4) Full Source Links (Index) Citric Acid – ITC Preliminary AD/CVD Institution Fresh Tomatoes from Mexico – ITC Review Investigation Gyro-Stabilized Electric Unicycles – ITC Section 337

US–China Trade Daily Highlights | 2026-01-23 1) Executive Summary Seven trade-related events are covered in today’s update. The key authorities involved include the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) and the U.S. Department of Commerce’s International Trade Administration (DOC/ITA). The main policy mechanisms reported are Section 337 investigations and remedies, antidumping (AD) and countervailing duty (CVD) orders and reviews, continuation of duty orders, and an upcoming DOC advisory meeting. The events include final determinations, new investigations, and procedural notices involving Chinese-origin goods such as oil vaporizing devices, lightweight thermal paper, and torsion springs. 2) Updates by Authority INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION (ITC) Oil Vaporizing Devices — Section 337 Violation (Final Determination) The ITC found a violation of Section 337 in its investigation of certain oil vaporizing devices, components, and products containing the same. The Commission issued a limited exclusion order (LEO) prohibiting unlicensed entry of infringing devices produced or imported by ALD Group Limited and other respondents, along with cease and desist orders (CDOs) against two respondents. The investigation is terminated. Authority: U.S. International Trade Commission Policy Type: ITC_337 Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY China Indicator: EXPLICIT Key identifiers: Investigation No. 337-TA-1392; associated patents Nos. 11,369,756; 11,766,527; 11,369,757; 11,759,580 Key date: Commission vote on January 20, 2026 Source: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/certain-oil-vaporizing-devices-components-thereof-and-products-containing-the-same-notice-of-the-commissions-final-determination-finding-a-violation-of-section-337-issuance-of-a-limited-exclusion/ Video-Capable Electronic Devices — Section 337 Investigation (Notice of Institution) The ITC has instituted a Section 337 investigation following a complaint by InterDigital, Inc. and InterDigital VC Holdings, Inc. The complaint alleges that Amazon.com, Inc. and Amazon.com Services, LLC import and sell infringing video-capable electronics in violation of five listed patents. The complainants seek a limited exclusion order and cease and desist orders. Authority: U.S. International Trade Commission Policy Type: ITC_337 Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY Key identifiers: Investigation No. 337-TA-1481 Key date: Institution ordered January 20, 2026 Source: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/certain-video-capable-electronic-devices-notice-of-institution-of-investigation/ DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE (INTERNATIONAL TRADE ADMINISTRATION) Lightweight Thermal Paper — Continuation of AD/CVD Orders (Final Notice) Commerce continued the AD and CVD orders on lightweight thermal paper from the People’s Republic of China after determinations by both Commerce and the ITC that revocation would likely result in resumed dumping, subsidization, and material injury. U.S. Customs and Border Protection will continue to collect AD and CVD deposits at the existing rates. Authority: Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration Policy Type: AD_CVD Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY China Indicator: EXPLICIT Key identifier: Orders A-570-920 and C-570-921 Key date: Effective January 8, 2026 Source: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/lightweight-thermal-paper-from-the-peoples-republic-of-china-continuation-of-antidumping-duty-and-countervailing-duty-orders/ Overhead Door Counterbalance Torsion Springs — AD and CVD Orders (Final Issuance) Following affirmative final determinations by Commerce and the ITC, AD and CVD orders were issued on overhead door counterbalance torsion springs from China. The orders direct suspension of liquidation and cash deposit collection for subject merchandise. The ITC found material injury but no critical circumstances for the imports. Authority: Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration Policy Type: AD_CVD Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY China Indicator: EXPLICIT Key identifiers: A-570-186, C-570-187 Key date: Applicable January 23, 2026 Source: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/overhead-door-counterbalance-torsion-springs-from-the-peoples-republic-of-china-antidumping-duty-order-and-countervailing-duty-order/ Utility Scale Wind Towers from Korea — AD Administrative Review (Preliminary Results) Commerce preliminarily determined that sales of utility scale wind towers from Korea were made at less than normal value during the 2023–2024 period of review. The weighted-average dumping margin for Dongkuk S&C Co., Ltd. was 4.99%. The review was rescinded in part for eight other companies. Authority: Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration Policy Type: AD_CVD Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY Key identifiers: A-580-902 Key date: Applicable January 23, 2026 Source: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/utility-scale-wind-towers-from-the-republic-of-korea-preliminary-results-and-rescission-in-part-of-antidumping-duty-administrative-review-2023-2024/ Organic Soybean Meal from India — AD Administrative Review (Final Results) Commerce issued final results of its administrative review, determining that Tejawat Organic Foods sold organic soybean meal from India at prices below normal value during the period May 1, 2023 – April 30, 2024. The weighted average dumping margin is 18.80%. Authority: Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration Policy Type: AD_CVD Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY Key identifier: A-533-901 Key date: Applicable January 23, 2026 Source: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/organic-soybean-meal-from-india-final-results-of-antidumping-duty-administrative-review-2023-2024/ Environmental Technologies Trade Advisory Committee — Public Meeting Notice The DOC’s Environmental Technologies Trade Advisory Committee will hold a virtual public meeting on February 3, 2026, to discuss issues related to U.S. environmental technology exports and competitiveness. Registration and public comment instructions are provided in the notice. Authority: Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration Policy Type: PROCEDURAL_NOTICE Event Type: POLICY_NOTICE Key date: Meeting scheduled February 3, 2026 Source: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/environmental-technologies-trade-advisory-committee/ 3) Key Takeaways (Factual) The ITC issued a limited exclusion and cease-and-desist orders in the Section 337 case concerning oil vaporizing devices involving Chinese firms. Commerce and the ITC jointly reaffirmed existing AD/CVD orders on lightweight thermal paper from China. New AD and CVD orders were imposed on Chinese overhead door torsion springs, confirming final injury findings. The ITC opened a new Section 337 investigation involving InterDigital’s video-capable device patents against Amazon. Commerce scheduled a virtual public meeting of the Environmental Technologies Trade Advisory Committee for February 3, 2026. 4) Full Source Links (Index) Oil Vaporizing Devices — Section 337 Violation Video-Capable Electronic Devices — Investigation Notice Lightweight Thermal Paper — Continuation of AD/CVD Orders Overhead Door Springs — AD/CVD Orders Utility Scale Wind Towers — Preliminary Review Results Organic Soybean Meal — Final Review Results Environmental Technologies Trade Advisory Committee — Meeting 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–China Trade Daily Highlights | 2026-01-22 1) Executive Summary Today’s daily briefing covers seven trade remedy updates issued by U.S. authorities on January 22, 2026. The principal agencies involved are the U.S. Department of Commerce’s International Trade Administration (ITA) and the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC). The measures include antidumping (AD) and countervailing duty (CVD) determinations, as well as a Section 337 enforcement proceeding. The covered products include polypropylene corrugated boxes, hardwood and decorative plywood, fiberglass door panels, and L-lysine. Policy instruments addressed today consist of affirmative preliminary and final determinations, subsidy calculations, cash deposit requirements, and a formal ITC enforcement action. 2) Updates by Authority INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION (ITC – U.S. International Trade Commission) Pre-Stretched Synthetic Braiding Hair — Section 337 Enforcement Proceeding (Institution) The ITC has instituted a formal enforcement proceeding regarding compliance with a limited exclusion order and cease and desist orders issued on September 29, 2025, in the investigation Certain Pre-Stretched Synthetic Braiding Hair and Packaging Therefor. The action concerns alleged violations by Vivace Inc. of Port Washington, NY, a defaulting respondent, relating to potential continued importation or sale of infringing goods. Authority: U.S. International Trade Commission Policy Type: ITC Section 337 Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY Key identifiers: Investigation No. 337-TA-1415 (Enforcement) Key date: ITC vote January 20, 2026 China Indicator: None stated Source: ITC Notice of Institution of Formal Enforcement Proceeding DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE – INTERNATIONAL TRADE ADMINISTRATION Polypropylene Corrugated Boxes — Countervailing Duty (Final Affirmative Determination) Commerce determined that countervailable subsidies are being provided to producers and exporters of polypropylene corrugated boxes from China. The final subsidy rate for all exporters was set at 62.27 percent ad valorem, based on adverse facts available due to non-cooperation by respondents. Authority: Department of Commerce, ITA Policy Type: Countervailing Duty (CVD) Event Type: Final Determination China Indicator: Explicit Key identifiers: Case C-570-208 Key date: Final determination issued January 15, 2026 Source: Polypropylene Corrugated Boxes – Final CVD Determination Polypropylene Corrugated Boxes — Antidumping Duty (Final Affirmative Determination) Commerce found that polypropylene corrugated boxes from China are being sold in the U.S. at less than fair value at a margin of 83.64 percent, adjusted for subsidy offsets. This determination covers all Chinese producers and exporters as part of the China-wide entity. Authority: Department of Commerce, ITA Policy Type: Antidumping Duty (AD) Event Type: Final Determination China Indicator: Explicit Key identifiers: Case A-570-207 Key date: Final determination issued January 15, 2026 Source: Polypropylene Corrugated Boxes – Final LTFV Determination L-Lysine — Countervailing Duty (Preliminary Affirmative Determination) Commerce preliminarily determined that L-lysine from China received countervailable subsidies. The primary company, Inner Mongolia Eppen Biotech Co., Ltd., was assigned a subsidy rate of 39.50 percent, while others relying on adverse facts available were assigned 80.37 percent. The final CVD determination will be aligned with the companion AD investigation. Authority: Department of Commerce, ITA Policy Type: Countervailing Duty (CVD) Event Type: Preliminary Determination China Indicator: Explicit Key identifiers: Case C-570-216 Key date: Preliminary determination effective January 22, 2026 Source: L-Lysine from China – Preliminary CVD Determination Fiberglass Door Panels — Antidumping Duty (Preliminary Affirmative Determination) Commerce preliminarily found that fiberglass door panels from China are being sold at less than fair value, with dumping margins ranging from 38.78 to 147.85 percent. The investigation covers Chinese producers including Dalian Capstone Engineering and Jiangxi Fangda Tech Co., Ltd. The final determination was postponed and provisional measures extended. Authority: Department of Commerce, ITA Policy Type: Antidumping Duty (AD) Event Type: Preliminary Determination China Indicator: Explicit Key identifiers: Case A-570-209 Key date: Preliminary determination December 23, 2025 Source: Fiberglass Door Panels – Preliminary LTFV Determination Hardwood and Decorative Plywood — Countervailing Duty (Preliminary Affirmative Determination) Commerce preliminarily found that Chinese producers and exporters of hardwood and decorative plywood benefited from countervailable subsidies, with an 81.34 percent ad valorem rate based on facts available. The determination also found affirmative critical circumstances, applying duties retroactively by 90 days. Final determination will align with the related AD investigation. Authority: Department of Commerce, ITA Policy Type: Countervailing Duty (CVD) Event Type: Preliminary Determination China Indicator: Explicit Key identifiers: Case C-570-212 Key date: Preliminary determination December 29, 2025 Source: Hardwood and Decorative Plywood from China – Preliminary CVD Determination Hardwood and Decorative Plywood — Countervailing Duty (Preliminary Determinations on Indonesia and Vietnam) Although not China-specific, Commerce issued concurrent preliminary affirmative determinations involving Indonesia and Vietnam, both aligned with the corresponding antidumping investigations. The Vietnam notice acknowledges product overlap and scope consistency discussions with the China case. 3) Key Takeaways (Factual) The Department of Commerce issued multiple AD and CVD determinations, notably on polypropylene corrugated boxes, L-lysine, fiberglass door panels, and hardwood plywood from China. Subsidy and dumping margins for covered Chinese commodities range from about 39 percent to 147 percent. The ITC initiated a formal enforcement proceeding under Section 337, emphasizing ongoing scrutiny of post-order compliance. Several determinations were aligned with companion investigations, ensuring synchronized final decisions for AD and CVD measures. Commerce invoked adverse facts available (AFA) in multiple cases where Chinese respondents or governments did not cooperate. 4) Full Source Links (Index) Certain Pre-Stretched Synthetic Braiding Hair – ITC Enforcement Proceeding Polypropylene Corrugated Boxes – Final CVD Determination (China) Polypropylene Corrugated Boxes – Final LTFV Determination (China) L-Lysine from China – Preliminary CVD Determination Fiberglass Door Panels from China – Preliminary AD Determination Hardwood and Decorative Plywood from China – Preliminary CVD Determination Hardwood and Decorative Plywood from Indonesia – Preliminary CVD Determination Hardwood and Decorative Plywood from Vietnam – Preliminary CVD 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–China Trade Daily Highlights | 2026-01-21 1) Executive Summary Today’s update covers two notices from the U.S. Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration (ITA). The first addresses an information collection notice related to import procedures for emergency relief supplies. The second concerns final results of an antidumping duty administrative review on uncoated paper from Brazil. The authorities involved are the Department of Commerce and its Enforcement and Compliance unit, and the primary instruments include procedural and antidumping duty measures. 2) Updates by Authority Department of Commerce (International Trade Administration) Procedures for Importation of Supplies for Use in Emergency Relief Work — Procedural Notice (Policy Notice)The Department of Commerce issued a notice under the Paperwork Reduction Act inviting public comment on the continued information collection related to import procedures for emergency relief work under 19 CFR 358. The regulations provide for waivers of antidumping and countervailing duties on supplies, including food, clothing, and medical goods, imported for use in emergency relief operations. There are no proposed changes to the information collection. Comments are due by March 23, 2026. Authority: Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration Policy Type: Procedural Notice Event Type: Policy Notice Key identifiers: OMB Control Number 0625-0256; Legal authority 19 U.S.C. 1318(a) Key dates: Comments due by March 23, 2026 China Indicator: None Source: Link Uncoated Paper from Brazil — Antidumping Duty Administrative Review (Trade Remedy)The Department of Commerce published the final results of the 2023–2024 administrative review of the antidumping duty order on certain uncoated paper from Brazil. Commerce determined that exporter Suzano S.A. sold subject merchandise at less than normal value during the period March 1, 2023, through February 29, 2024, with a weighted-average dumping margin of 14.42 percent. No changes were made from the preliminary results. Assessment and cash deposit instructions were outlined consistent with established procedures. Authority: Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration Policy Type: AD/CVD (Antidumping Duty Administrative Review) Event Type: Trade Remedy China Indicator: None Key identifiers: Case No. A-351-842 Key dates: Applicable January 21, 2026; Period of review March 1, 2023 – February 29, 2024 Source: Link 3) Key Takeaways (Factual) The Department of Commerce requested public input on continuing information collection requirements relating to import procedures for emergency relief supplies under 19 CFR 358. The information collection supports waivers of antidumping and countervailing duties on emergency relief materials but proposes no regulatory changes. Commerce finalized its 2023–2024 review of the antidumping order on uncoated paper from Brazil, maintaining a 14.42 percent dumping margin for Suzano S.A. No parties submitted comments on the uncoated paper preliminary results, and the final results remain unchanged. Both notices were published in the Federal Register, Volume 91, Issue 13 (January 21, 2026). 4) Full Source Links (Index) Procedures for Importation of Supplies for Use in Emergency Relief Work – Procedural Notice Uncoated Paper from Brazil – Final Antidumping Administrative Review Results 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. 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–China Trade Daily Highlights | 2026-01-19 1) Executive Summary This update covers six U.S. government trade and sanctions events dated January 20, 2026. The U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) issued two Section 337 investigation notices concerning alleged patent and trademark infringements, including one involving several China-based respondents. The U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) issued multiple notices of sanctions designations and general licenses under various sanctions programs, including Russian and transnational criminal organization sanctions. The events collectively span areas of import exclusion remedies, public interest submissions, and sanctions compliance authorizations. 2) Updates by Authority INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION (ITC) Certain Nasal Devices and Components Thereof — Section 337 Investigation (Request for Submissions) The ITC issued a notice requesting written submissions from parties and interested agencies on the issues of remedy, public interest, and bonding in Investigation No. 337-TA-1444. The case involves nasal devices and components imported from several China-based companies found in default. Complainant Aardvark Medical Inc. seeks limited exclusion and cease-and-desist orders against the defaulted respondents. – Authority: U.S. International Trade Commission – Policy Type: ITC_337 – Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY – China Indicator: Explicit (respondents from Fujian, Chongqing, and Shenzhen, China) – Key identifiers: Investigation No. 337-TA-1444 – Key dates: Initial submissions due January 29, 2026; replies due February 5, 2026 – Source: Link Certain Dental Burs and Kits Thereof — Section 337 Investigation (Institution Notice) The ITC instituted Investigation No. 337‑TA‑1479 following a complaint by Huwais IP Holding LLC and Versah, LLC of Michigan. The complaint alleges violations of Section 337 through the importation, sale for importation, or post‑import sale of osseodensification dental burs and kits infringing specific patents and registered trademarks. The complainants request a general or limited exclusion order and cease-and-desist orders. – Authority: U.S. International Trade Commission – Policy Type: ITC_337 – Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY – China Indicator: None – Key identifiers: Investigation No. 337‑TA‑1479 – Key date: Investigation instituted January 13, 2026 – Source: Link DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY, OFFICE OF FOREIGN ASSETS CONTROL (OFAC) OFAC Sanctions Action — Specially Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons List (SDN List) OFAC published names of additional persons designated on the SDN List after determining that applicable legal criteria under executive orders were met. All property and interests in property within U.S. jurisdiction are blocked, and U.S. persons are generally prohibited from transactions with these entities or individuals. – Authority: Department of the Treasury, Office of Foreign Assets Control – Policy Type: SANCTIONS_LISTING – Event Type: SANCTIONS – China Indicator: None – Key identifiers: Sanction authorities include E.O. 13553, E.O. 13876, and E.O. 13902 – Key date: January 15, 2026 – Source: Link General License No. 132 — Russian Harmful Foreign Activities Sanctions Regulations OFAC published General License 132, authorizing certain transactions otherwise prohibited by the Russian Harmful Foreign Activities Sanctions Regulations (31 CFR part 587). The license authorizes transactions related to the Paks II civil nuclear power plant project in Hungary involving specified Russian financial institutions. – Authority: Department of the Treasury, Office of Foreign Assets Control – Policy Type: SANCTIONS_LISTING – Event Type: SANCTIONS – China Indicator: None – Key identifiers: GL 132, 31 CFR part 587, E.O. 14024 – Key date: Issued November 21, 2025 – Source: Link General License No. 1 — Transnational Criminal Organizations Sanctions Regulations OFAC issued General License 1 authorizing the wind down of transactions involving specific entities under the Transnational Criminal Organizations Sanctions Regulations (31 CFR part 590). The license allows certain transactions through November 13, 2025, provided payments are made into blocked accounts. Covered entities include Prince Holding Group and its affiliates. – Authority: Department of the Treasury, Office of Foreign Assets Control – Policy Type: SANCTIONS_LISTING – Event Type: SANCTIONS – China Indicator: Implicit (entities include regional holdings potentially linked to Asia) – Key identifiers: GL 1, 31 CFR part 590 – Key date: Issued October 14, 2025 – Source: Link General License No. 129 — Russian Harmful Foreign Activities Sanctions Regulations General License 129 authorizes certain transactions involving Rosneft Deutschland GmbH and RN Refining & Marketing GmbH and their majority-owned subsidiaries, otherwise restricted under the Russian Harmful Foreign Activities Sanctions Regulations. Authorization extends to April 29, 2026. – Authority: Department of the Treasury, Office of Foreign Assets Control – Policy Type: SANCTIONS_LISTING – Event Type: SANCTIONS – China Indicator: None – Key identifiers: GL 129, 31 CFR part 587 – Key date: Issued October 29, 2025 – Source: Link General License No. 13O — Russian Harmful Foreign Activities Sanctions Regulations OFAC published General License 13O, superseding GL 13N, to authorize certain administrative transactions such as tax and permit payments prohibited under Directive 4 of Executive Order 14024. The authorization applies to routine operations of U.S. persons in Russia through January 9, 2026. – Authority: Department of the Treasury, Office of Foreign Assets Control – Policy Type: SANCTIONS_LISTING – Event Type: SANCTIONS – China Indicator: None – Key identifiers: GL 13O, 31 CFR part 587, E.O. 14024 – Key date: Issued September 29, 2025 – Source: Link 3) Key Takeaways (Factual) The ITC requested public-interest submissions in a Section 337 investigation covering Chinese-origin nasal devices, where all China-based respondents are in default. ITC launched a new Section 337 investigation into dental burs and kits involving patent and trademark infringement allegations with a broad set of overseas respondents. OFAC expanded its SDN List and released several general licenses related to Russian and transnational sanctions regimes. The OFAC general licenses collectively authorized time-limited or project-specific activities otherwise restricted under the sanctions regulations. No new China-targeted sanctions were issued in these OFAC actions, but enforcement and licensing processes remain active. 4) Full Source Links (Index) Certain Nasal Devices and Components — ITC public interest request Certain Dental Burs and Kits — ITC institution of investigation OFAC Notice of Sanctions Action (SDN List) OFAC General License 132 — Russian Sanctions OFAC General License 1 — Transnational Criminal Organizations Sanctions OFAC General License 129 — Russian Sanctions (Rosneft entities) OFAC General License 13O — Russian Sanctions (Directive 4

US–China Trade Daily Highlights | 2026-01-09 Executive Summary This briefing covers seven U.S. government actions relating to China published between January 7–9, 2026. The primary authorities involved are the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) and the U.S. Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration (DOC/ITA). All items concern antidumping (AD) and countervailing duty (CVD) proceedings, including final results of sunset reviews, determinations of material injury, and administrative reviews. Key products covered are lightweight thermal paper, thermoformed molded fiber products, light-walled rectangular pipe and tube, xanthan gum, ferrovanadium, and tow-behind lawn groomers. Updates by Authority ITC — U.S. International Trade Commission Lightweight Thermal Paper — AD/CVD (Five-Year Review Determination) The ITC determined that revocation of the antidumping and countervailing duty orders on lightweight thermal paper from China would likely lead to continuation or recurrence of material injury to a U.S. industry. The Commission’s findings were made under section 751(c) of the Tariff Act of 1930 and are contained in Publication 5967 (January 2026). Authority: INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION Policy Type: AD/CVD Key identifiers: Investigation Nos. 701-TA-451 and 731-TA-1126 (Third Review) Determination date: January 6, 2026 Source Thermoformed Molded Fiber Products — AD/CVD (Final Determinations) The ITC found that a U.S. industry is materially injured by imports of thermoformed molded fiber products from China and Vietnam sold at less than fair value and subsidized by both governments. The determinations were made under sections 705(b) and 735(b) of the Tariff Act of 1930 and are contained in USITC Publication 5964 (January 2026). Authority: INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION Policy Type: AD/CVD Key identifiers: Investigation Nos. 701-TA-739‑740 and 731‑TA‑1716‑1717 (Final) Determination date: January 5, 2026 Source DOC / ITA — U.S. Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration Light-Walled Rectangular Pipe and Tube — CVD (Expedited Third Sunset Review Final Results) Commerce determined that revocation of the CVD order on light-walled rectangular pipe and tube from China would likely lead to continuation or recurrence of countervailable subsidies. The final subsidy rates range from 2.20% to 200.58%. Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration Policy Type: AD/CVD Investigation: C‑570‑915 Effective date: January 9, 2026 Source Light-Walled Rectangular Pipe and Tube — AD (Expedited Third Sunset Review Final Results) Commerce concluded that revocation of the AD orders on light-walled rectangular pipe and tube from China, Korea, Mexico, and Türkiye would likely lead to continuation or recurrence of dumping, with margins up to 255.07% for China. Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration Policy Type: AD Effective date: January 8, 2026 Source Xanthan Gum — AD (Preliminary Administrative Review, 2023–2024) Commerce preliminarily found that reviewed exporters of xanthan gum from China did not sell below normal value during July 2023–June 2024. Deosen Biochemical Ltd. had no shipments, and the review was rescinded in part for CP Kelco (Shandong). Zero margins were calculated for participating firms. Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration Policy Type: AD Investigation ID: A‑570‑985 Effective date: January 9, 2026 Source Ferrovanadium — AD (Expedited Fourth Sunset Review Final Results) Commerce determined that revocation of the AD orders on ferrovanadium from South Africa and China would likely lead to continuation or recurrence of dumping, with margins up to 66.71% for China. Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration Policy Type: AD Effective date: January 8, 2026 Source Tow‑Behind Lawn Groomers — AD (Expedited Third Sunset Review Final Results) Commerce found that revocation of the AD order on tow‑behind lawn groomers and certain parts from China would likely lead to continuation or recurrence of dumping, with margins up to 386.28%. Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration Policy Type: AD Effective date: January 8, 2026 Source Key Takeaways (Factual) Both ITC and Commerce issued final or preliminary decisions sustaining duties on several Chinese-origin products. Sunset reviews reaffirm existing AD or CVD orders for light-walled pipe and tube, ferrovanadium, and lawn groomers. The ITC confirmed that injury would likely continue if AD/CVD orders on lightweight thermal paper were revoked. Commerce’s preliminary review found no dumping for xanthan gum producers during 2023–2024. All cases reference China explicitly as the country of origin, demonstrating continued monitoring of Chinese exports under trade remedy law. Full Source Links (Index) Lightweight Thermal Paper — ITC Determinations Thermoformed Molded Fiber Products — ITC Determinations Light‑Walled Rectangular Pipe and Tube — CVD Sunset Review Final Results Light‑Walled Rectangular Pipe and Tube — AD Sunset Review Final Results Xanthan Gum — Preliminary AD Review Results Ferrovanadium — Final AD Sunset Review Results Tow‑Behind Lawn Groomers — Final AD Sunset Review Results 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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