U.S. Commerce Department Corrects Scope in Investigation on Brake Drums From China Estimated reading time: 5–8 minutes On July 3, 2025, the U.S. Department of Commerce issued a correction to its final determination about certain brake drums from the People’s Republic of China. The correction affects what types of brake drums are included in the investigation of sales at less than fair value (LTFV). The original notice was published on June 18, 2025. It did not update the scope in Appendix I to reflect recent changes. This investigation covers certain brake drums made from gray cast iron. These brake drums can be finished or unfinished. The size is important: they must have an actual or nominal inside diameter of 14.75 inches or more, but not over 16.6 inches. Each drum must weigh more than 50 pounds. Unfinished brake drums are those that have had some turning or machining done, but are not ready for installation. The investigation includes brake drums whether imported by themselves or with other goods, such as a hub, assembled or unassembled. If a brake drum is imported as part of an assembly, only the brake drum is covered by the scope. Included in the investigation are brake drums that are finished or unfinished, and then processed further in another country or in the United States. This could include assembly or any process that does not remove the product from the investigation’s scope. Adding non-subject merchandise, in the original country or another country, does not remove the subject brake drum from the investigation. Some items are not included. Merchandise that is already covered by the duty orders on certain chassis and subassemblies from China is not included. Also excluded are composite brake drums that have more than 38 percent steel by weight. The brake drums are identified under the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS). The main subheading is 8708.30.5020. They might also be listed under these subheadings when imported as parts of assemblies: 8708.30.5090, 8716.90.5060, 8704.10, 8704.23.01, 8704.32.01, 8704.43.00, 8704.52.00, 8704.60.00, 8708.50.61, 8708.50.6500, 8716.90.5010, 8716.31.00, 8716.39.00, and 8716.40.00. However, the written description of the merchandise is what decides if a product is covered by the investigation. This notice was signed by Christopher Abbott, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Policy and Negotiations, on June 30, 2025. The correction is published according to section 705(a)(1) of the Tariff Act of 1930 and 19 CFR 351.210(b)(1). Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

U.S. Department of Commerce Will Keep Countervailing Duties on Chinese Wooden Cabinets Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes On July 2, 2025, the U.S. Department of Commerce made a decision on wooden cabinets and vanities from China. The Department finished its first expedited five-year (sunset) review of the countervailing duty (CVD) order. This decision is about wooden cabinets, vanities, and the parts that go with them. Review Process The review began on March 3, 2025. The Commerce Department followed the law in section 751(c) of the Tariff Act of 1930. The American Kitchen Cabinet Alliance (AKCA) and MasterBrand Cabinets, LLC took part as interested parties. They sent their responses by the deadlines set in the rules. No response came from any companies in China or from the Government of China. No one asked for a hearing. Because of the lack of response, the Department of Commerce moved to an expedited review. What Was Reviewed The order covers all wooden cabinets and vanities that are made in China. The detailed scope of the products in the order is found in the Issues and Decision Memorandum. This document is public and can be read online at the Department of Commerce website. Final Results The Department determined that ending (revoking) the CVD order would mean countervailable subsidies would likely start again. Subsidies are when the government helps pay to make products cheaper to export. Producers/Exporters Subsidy Rate (Percent ad valorem) The Ancientree Cabinet Co., Ltd. 13.33 Dalian Meisen Woodworking Co., Ltd. 18.27 Rizhao Foremost Woodwork Manufacturing Co. 31.18 Henan AiDiJia Furniture Co., Ltd. 293.45 Deway International Trade Co., Ltd. 293.45 All Others 20.93 Administrative Protective Order (APO) This notice also tells interested parties to follow the rules about handling private information from the case. They must return or destroy sensitive materials on time, or risk penalties. How to Read More Full details of all topics covered, including the background, history, and decision, are in the Issues and Decision Memorandum. This document is available to the public at https://access.trade.gov. When Does This Start? This decision applies starting July 2, 2025. Who Made the Decision? Christopher Abbott, the Deputy Assistant Secretary for Policy and Negotiations, signed the notice for the Department of Commerce. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

U.S. Keeps Antidumping Duties on Small Diameter Graphite Electrodes from China Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes On July 2, 2025, the U.S. Department of Commerce announced the final results of the expedited third sunset review of the antidumping duty order on small diameter graphite electrodes from China. The Department found that ending the antidumping duties would likely lead to continued or renewed dumping. Dumping margins could be as high as 159.64 percent if the order were removed. Background The original antidumping duty order was published on February 26, 2009. The current review is the third to check if the order should remain. This review follows requirements in the Tariff Act of 1930. Commerce started this third sunset review on March 3, 2025. Domestic companies Tokai Carbon GE LLC and GrafTech International Ltd. sent in their notice to participate and filed a substantive response on time. No responses were received from companies in China or other respondent parties. Scope of the Order The antidumping order applies to small diameter graphite electrodes from China. Full details on what is covered are available in the Issues and Decision Memorandum. Review Process Because only domestic interested parties responded, the Department held an expedited, 120-day review. The review looked at whether dumping would likely restart if the order ended and what margins might result. Details are available on the Enforcement and Compliance’s electronic system. Final Results The Commerce Department determined that removing the antidumping duty order would likely cause dumping to continue or return. The likely dumping margins would be weighted-average margins up to 159.64 percent. Administrative Notes Those subject to an Administrative Protective Order (APO) should return or destroy all confidential business information as required. Notices for compliance are included. Details Available Results and related documents are available through the Department of Commerce and are filed under Federal Register Document No. 2025-12372. The Issues and Decision Memorandum discusses all major topics, including the likelihood of continued dumping and likely dumping margins. This notice was signed by Christopher Abbott, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Policy and Negotiations, on June 27, 2025. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

Court Decision Leads to Change in Cabinet Import Duties from China Estimated reading time: 5–6 minutes On June 12, 2025, the U.S. Court of International Trade (CIT) made a final judgment about the countervailing duty investigation into wooden cabinets and vanities from China. This investigation reviewed products made from January 1, 2018, to December 31, 2018. The Department of Commerce found that some Chinese exporters received unfair help, or subsidies, from their government. Because of this, extra import taxes, called countervailing duties, were put on these items in 2020. Several companies, including The Ancientree Cabinet Co., Ltd. (Ancientree), Dalian Meisen Woodworking Co., Ltd. (Meisen), and a U.S. importer called Cabinets to Go, LLC, disagreed with Commerce’s findings. They took the case to court. The main problem was about a program called the Export Buyer’s Credit Program (EBCP). The court wanted proof that the companies did not use this program. Commerce tried to get this information from Ancientree, Meisen, and their customers. Meisen did not give the needed information. Ancientree provided some proof, but not for all customers. After several remand (do-over) decisions, the court told Commerce to calculate new subsidy rates for Ancientree. Commerce was told to only count benefits from the EBCP where they could not prove Ancientree’s customers did not use the support. Commerce recalculated the rates. For Ancientree, the new subsidy rate is 5.06 percent. The new “all others” rate is 18.17 percent. These are changes from the previous rates based on new evidence and the court’s instructions. Ancientree has a different cash deposit rate already set by a later review, so this change will not affect Ancientree’s current cash deposit. Commerce will update cash deposit instructions for other companies using the new “all others” rate. Commerce still cannot liquidate (finalize) the import duties for some entries by Ancientree, Meisen, and other named companies because there are court injunctions in place. These entries will remain on hold while any possible appeals are finished. This notice was published to follow court requirements. The Department of Commerce is following the law and the court’s direction for how to handle these cabinet imports from China. Issued by: Christopher Abbott Deputy Assistant Secretary for Policy and Negotiations Acting for the Assistant Secretary for Enforcement and Compliance Date: June 27, 2025 Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

U.S. Amends Preliminary Findings in Countervailing Duty Case on Active Anode Material from China Estimated reading time: 5–10 minutes Background On May 28, 2025, the Department of Commerce published a decision saying that there were unfair subsidies for active anode material from China. After this, the American Active Anode Material Producers claimed there was an important ministerial mistake in the calculated subsidy rates for Panasonic Global Procurement (China) Co., Ltd. and Panasonic Corporation of China (together known as Panasonic) and BTR New Material Group Co., Ltd. Panasonic and BTR disagreed and submitted their comments on June 2, 2025. Period of Investigation The investigation covers January 1, 2023, to December 31, 2023. Scope This case focuses on active anode material from China. More details about what is covered can be found in the Preliminary Determination. Analysis of Ministerial Errors A ministerial error is an unintentional mistake like adding incorrectly or copying data wrongly. A significant ministerial error means the mistake changes a company’s countervailing duty rate by five percentage points or more, or moves a rate from “zero” or “de minimis” to above that level. The Department of Commerce agreed that such an error happened when calculating the subsidy rate for Panasonic. Other, smaller errors were also found and corrected. Amended Preliminary Determination After fixing the errors, the Department announced new preliminary net countervailable subsidy rates: Company Subsidy Rate (percent ad valorem) Panasonic Global Procurement China Co., Ltd.; Panasonic 11.58 Corporation of China Shanghai Shaosheng Knitted Sweat * 721.03 Huzhou Kaijin New Energy Technology Corp., Ltd. * 721.03 All Others 11.58 *The rates marked with an asterisk are based on facts with adverse inferences. Panasonic is a trading company. It sold active anode material made by BTR New Material Group Co., Ltd., its affiliates, and other connected companies. The Department of Commerce combined all the subsidy benefits from BTR, its affiliates, and Panasonic into one rate for Panasonic. Cash Deposits and Suspension of Liquidation The cash deposit and suspension of liquidation will now use the new, amended rates. The new, higher rates for Panasonic and all others will start on the date this notice is published in the Federal Register. Notification The U.S. International Trade Commission will be notified of the amended preliminary determination. This official notice was dated June 27, 2025, and signed by Christopher Abbott, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Policy and Negotiations, who is performing the duties of the Assistant Secretary for Enforcement and Compliance. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

U.S. Launches Countervailing Duty Investigations on Steel Rebar from Algeria, Egypt, and Vietnam Estimated reading time: 5–7 minutes On 2025-06-24, the U.S. Department of Commerce began investigations into steel concrete reinforcing bar (rebar) imports from Algeria, Egypt, and Vietnam. These are called countervailing duty (CVD) investigations. The investigations will look at whether the governments in these countries gave unfair subsidies to their rebar producers, which could hurt American companies. Background The Rebar Trade Action Coalition, a group of U.S. rebar makers, filed the petitions for these investigations on 2025-06-04. This group said that the governments of Algeria, Egypt, and Vietnam were giving unfair help to rebar companies in their countries. The U.S. Department of Commerce also received other petitions asking for antidumping investigations into rebar from Algeria, Bulgaria, Egypt, and Vietnam. Who Is Involved The governments named are: Government of Algeria (GOA) Government of Egypt (GOE) Government of Vietnam (GOV) The U.S. companies who support the case are producers of rebar. Investigation Period The period being investigated is from 2024-01-01, through 2024-12-31. What Products Are Included The investigations cover steel rebar used in concrete. Rebar can be straight or in coils. It does not matter how long, wide, or thick it is, or what type of metal it is made from. Rebar that has been further processed (like being cut, painted, or coated) is still covered. “Plain rounds” (smooth, non-bumpy rebar) are not covered. The U.S. government uses Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTSUS) numbers to track imports. Most rebar comes in under numbers: 7213.10.0000, 7214.20.0000, and 7228.30.8010, but other numbers may also be used. Scope Comments Commerce asked for comments about exactly what should be covered in these investigations. Interested parties can submit comments by 2025-07-14. Rebuttal comments are due by 2025-07-24. All comments must be filed electronically. Industry Support The government checked whether enough U.S. producers support the petition. The law says the petitioners must make at least 25% of all U.S. rebar, and more than 50% of rebar made by companies supporting or opposing the petition. The petition met both requirements, so the investigation moves forward. Injury Allegation The U.S. petitioners say rebar from Algeria, Egypt, and Vietnam is being sold in the U.S. at unfair prices because of government help and is hurting the U.S. rebar industry. They say imports are high, local companies are losing sales, prices are being pushed down, and American companies are doing worse financially. Programs Under Investigation There are 24 programs being looked at in Algeria, 25 in Egypt, and 39 in Vietnam. Each program may involve different types of government support, such as loans or grants. Respondents Commerce plans to select certain companies in each country as “mandatory respondents.” They will likely use U.S. import data to pick which companies to examine most closely. Four companies are identified in Algeria. Thirteen companies are identified in Egypt. Ten companies are identified in Vietnam. Process and Timeline Commerce started the investigations on 2025-06-24. The U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) will decide within 45 days from 2025-06-04, if U.S. industry is hurt by these imports. If the ITC finds no injury for a country, the investigation ends for that country. Submissions and Deadlines All filings must be electronic. There are rules for submitting information. If anyone needs more time to file, they must ask before the deadline. All information submitted must be accurate. Notification The governments of Algeria, Egypt, and Vietnam have been notified about these actions. Parties interested in these cases must follow special procedures if they want to see confidential information. Next Steps Commerce and the ITC will continue the investigations. If unfair subsidies are found and there is injury to the U.S. industry, extra duties could be placed on rebar from these countries. Appendix—Product Definition The investigations are for steel rebar, in straight form or coils, used in concrete, except for smooth (plain round) bars. The scope is based on the written description, not just the HTSUS numbers. This notice was published in the Federal Register, Volume 90, Issue 123 on 2025-06-30. The notice was signed by Abdelali Elouaradia, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Enforcement and Compliance. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

U.S. Starts Antidumping Investigations on Steel Rebar from Algeria, Bulgaria, Egypt, and Vietnam Estimated reading time: 5–7 minutes The U.S. Department of Commerce has announced the start of antidumping investigations for steel concrete reinforcing bar (rebar) from Algeria, Bulgaria, Egypt, and Vietnam. This action follows petitions filed by the Rebar Trade Action Coalition and its member companies. What Are the Investigations About? The investigations are about whether rebar from these four countries is being sold in the U.S. at less than fair value, known as “dumping.” The petitions say this has caused injury to the U.S. rebar industry. For Algeria, Bulgaria, and Egypt: April 1, 2024, to March 31, 2025. For Vietnam: October 1, 2024, to March 31, 2025. Product Under Investigation The rebar includes steel concrete reinforcing bar in straight or coil form, regardless of size, length, or grade. Plain rounds (nondeformed or smooth rebar) are excluded. The rebar can be processed further, such as cutting or coating, and still be under investigation. How Are Comments Handled? Commerce asks interested parties to give comments on the scope of the investigations and the physical features of the rebar by July 14, 2025. Rebuttals are due by July 24, 2025. All comments must be submitted using the ACCESS online system. Industry Support Commerce checked that the petitioners represent the U.S. industry making similar rebar. The petitions are supported by domestic producers holding over 50% of the total U.S. production of rebar. Claims of Material Injury The petitioners claim that large volumes of dumped imports have hurt the U.S. industry. Evidence includes lost sales, reduced market share, price drops, and declining production and profits for U.S. companies. Alleged Dumping Margins The estimated dumping margins are: Algeria: 127.32% Bulgaria: 27.79% Egypt: 110.87% to 128.98% Vietnam: 117.61% Respondent Selection Process For Algeria, Bulgaria, and Egypt, Commerce will choose companies for investigation based on U.S. import data and comments from interested parties. For Vietnam, which is a non-market economy, Commerce will use quantity and value questionnaires sent to identified exporters. Separate Rates for Vietnamese Exporters Vietnamese companies that want a separate rate must return both the quantity and value questionnaire and the separate rate application. These are due within specific deadlines after the notice. Mandatory Certification and Procedures All parties submitting information must certify its accuracy. Commerce details how to get access to confidential information and what forms to use. Information should be detailed, accurate, and submitted on time. ITC Review The U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) will decide within 45 days if the imports are harming the U.S. rebar industry. If they decide there is no harm from a country, the investigation for that country will stop. Scope Details The affected products are listed mainly under HTSUS codes 7213.10.0000, 7214.20.0000, and 7228.30.8010, but may also enter under several other codes. The written description in the scope controls what products are covered. Key Dates and Deadlines Comments on scope or characteristics: July 14, 2025 Rebuttals: July 24, 2025 Vietnamese Q&V questionnaire: July 8, 2025 Separate rate application deadline: 21 days after this notice’s publication Further Action Commerce will make preliminary determinations by 140 days after this initiation unless the timeline is changed. The investigations will continue following all laws and regulations. This article is based entirely on the official Federal Register notice published June 30, 2025 (FR Doc No: 2025-12045). Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

U.S. Commerce Department Delays Preliminary Decisions in Silicon Metal Trade Cases Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes The U.S. Department of Commerce has announced a delay in the preliminary determinations for its ongoing countervailing duty (CVD) investigations into silicon metal imports from Australia, the Lao People’s Democratic Republic (Laos), Norway, and Thailand. The Commerce Department started these investigations on May 14, 2025. The original deadline for the preliminary decisions was July 18, 2025. However, the department received timely requests from the petitioners—Ferroglobe USA, Inc. and Mississippi Silicon LLC—to extend the deadline. Under U.S. law, Commerce can delay a preliminary determination if the petitioner makes a timely request or if the investigation is especially complex. Petitioners must ask for a delay at least 25 days before the original deadline and explain why they need it. Commerce usually grants the request unless there is a strong reason to deny it. The petitioners said the extra time was needed because the current schedule does not allow enough time for Commerce to review the subsidies producers and exporters of silicon metal might be receiving in the four countries. The requests were submitted on June 18 and 23, 2025. Commerce agreed with the petitioners’ reasons and found no reason to deny the request. Because of this, the deadline for the preliminary determinations is now pushed back to September 22, 2025. The new date reflects the need to move the deadline to the next business day, as September 21 falls on a weekend. The final determinations in these investigations will now come 75 days after the new preliminary determination date. The notice was signed by Abdelali Elouaradia, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Enforcement and Compliance, on June 26, 2025. This postponement follows the rules under the Tariff Act of 1930 and the Code of Federal Regulations. If you want more information about these cases, you can contact: Kyle Clahane for Australia at (202) 482-5449 Shane Subler for Laos at (202) 482-6241 Mary Kolberg for Norway at (202) 482-1785 George McMahon for Thailand at (202) 482-1167 All contacts are at the U.S. Department of Commerce, 1401 Constitution Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20230. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

U.S. Department of Commerce Starts Reviews on Antidumping and Countervailing Duties Estimated reading time: 5–8 minutes What Happened On June 25, 2025, the U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) began official reviews of many antidumping duty (AD) and countervailing duty (CVD) orders. These reviews check if companies around the world are selling goods in the U.S. at unfair prices or getting unfair help from their governments. How the Reviews Work Commerce gets requests to review different products every year. For this round, the reviews cover products with May anniversary dates. These reviews use special rules and deadlines. Companies are chosen for detailed checks using trade data from U.S. Customs or from questionnaires about their sales. Commerce can group related companies together if they operated as one in earlier reviews. If a company should be grouped with others, they must list those companies and share past review details. Companies Must Respond Quickly If a company did not send products to the U.S. during the review time, they must tell Commerce within 30 days. If a company wants to stop its review request, it must do so within 90 days. If companies believe the market is not acting fairly (called a Particular Market Situation), they must send this information no later than 20 days after handing in some required paperwork. Special Rules for Non-Market Economy Countries For countries where the government controls businesses, like China, Commerce gives one AD rate to all companies. However, companies can apply to get their own rate if they prove they are not controlled by their government. To do this, they must fill out special forms. These forms are due within 14 days after this notice was published. List of Products and Countries Reviewed Commerce started reviews for many products and countries. Some of these include: Steel products from Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, Korea, Taiwan, Türkiye, and the U.S. Mattresses from Indonesia and Malaysia. Soybean meal from India. Stainless steel from Belgium and Taiwan. Aluminum extrusions from China. Mushrooms from the Netherlands and Poland. Cylinders from China. Large diameter welded pipe from Canada, Greece, Korea, and Türkiye. Optical brightening agents from Taiwan and China. Vertical shaft engines from China. Certain steel nails from United Arab Emirates. Commerce also started CVD reviews for some of these products and countries. Rules for Certification and Deadlines Some companies can apply to get a special certification to ship both reviewed and non-reviewed products. The Certification Eligibility Application form is also due within 30 days. No Requests for Suspension Agreements There were no new requests for suspension agreements in this review round. Duty Absorption and Gap Period Commerce may also check if companies are absorbing (not passing on) the duties. For the first reviews of new orders, no duties are charged for goods imported in a temporary “gap” between two important dates. Steps for Legal Protection and Data Submission Interested parties must apply for access to protected information and follow Commerce’s detailed rules about submitting information and letters. There are five types of factual information, each with strict time limits and special ways to submit them. If a company does not certify its information correctly, its information may be rejected. Extensions for deadlines must be requested before the deadline, and follow very specific rules. Where to Find More Information All deadlines, forms, and rules are available on the Commerce website or from the contact listed in the notice. This notice and the reviews are issued as required by law under section 751(a) of the Act. Who Signed the Notice The notice was signed on June 18, 2025, by Abdelali Elouaradia, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Enforcement and Compliance. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

U.S. Department of Commerce Announces New Scope Ruling Applications in Antidumping and Countervailing Duty Proceedings Estimated reading time: 5 minutes On June 25, 2025, the U.S. Department of Commerce published a notice in the Federal Register listing new scope ruling applications in antidumping duty (AD) and countervailing duty (CVD) cases. These applications ask the Department to decide if certain products are covered by current AD or CVD orders. What is a Scope Ruling Application? A scope ruling application is a request made to the Department of Commerce to determine if a product is included under an existing AD or CVD order. The orders are trade actions that add duties on imports to offset unfair pricing or government subsidies. New Applications Received in May 2025 Three new applications were filed in May 2025: Printed Fashion File Folder from China Order: A-570-147 (Antidumping) Description: Paper file folders made with CMYK offset printing on 250gsm paper and full plastic lamination. The sheets are die-cut, folded, glued, and assembled into folders. Produced in and exported from: China Applicant: A2V Trade Limited (A2V) Date Filed: May 13, 2025 ACCESS Segment: “Fashion File Folder” Certain Forged Steel Fittings from China Orders: A-570-067 (Antidumping), C-570-068 (Countervailing) Description: Automotive brake hose fittings made of 12L14 steel. The fittings have detailed limits on material composition. Lengths range from 3/16 inch to 1/4 inch, and threading dimensions vary. Produced and exported from: China Applicant: AGS Company Automotive Solutions (AGS) Date Filed: May 20, 2025 ACCESS Segment: “Brake Hose Fittings” Certain Forged Steel Wheels from China Orders: A-570-090 (Antidumping), C-570-091 (Countervailing) Description: Steel wheels ranging from 14 to 18 inches in diameter and 4 to 10 inches in width. They have bolt hole patterns of four to eight holes, bolt spacing from 4.5 to 6.69 inches, hub bore sizes from 81.7 to 130.8 mm, offset values from -39 to 50 mm, and load capacity from 1,210 to 3,650 lbs. Produced in and exported from: China Applicant: Vision Wheel, Inc. (Vision Wheel) Date Filed: May 21, 2025 ACCESS Segment: “Vision Wheel” How Are Applications Processed? The Department has 30 days to accept or reject a scope application. If not rejected or acted upon in that time, the application is considered accepted and a scope inquiry is started on day 31. If a deadline falls on a weekend or holiday, the next business day is used. For products covered by both AD and CVD orders, the scope inquiry is done as part of the AD proceeding. The Department may issue rulings that apply to all similar products from the same country, or just for a specific company. Access to Application Details All applications are available in the Antidumping and Countervailing Duty Electronic Service System (ACCESS) at https://access.trade.gov. How to Participate Interested parties must file an entry of appearance under specific regulations to join a scope inquiry and be added to the public service list. Parties can comment on the monthly list’s completeness and may request to receive documents during the order’s anniversary month. For more information about filing through ACCESS, see the Scope Ruling Application Guide at https://access.trade.gov/help/Scope_Ruling_Guidance.pdf. Contact Information Questions may be directed to Yasmin Bordas at the Department of Commerce, phone (202) 482-3813. This notice is published in line with federal regulations to inform the public about scope ruling applications received in May 2025. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

Commerce Department Issues Correction on Antidumping Duty Measures for Alkyl Phosphate Esters From China Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes On June 25, 2025, the U.S. Department of Commerce issued a correction regarding the antidumping duty order for certain alkyl phosphate esters from the People’s Republic of China. The notice corrects a date mistake found in an earlier publication. The publication, dated June 11, 2025, listed an incorrect ending date for the provisional period of the antidumping duty measures. The error involved the last day that provisional measures were in place. The previous notice stated the end date as June 2, 2025. The correct end date is June 1, 2025. The corrected sentence now reads: The provisional measures period, beginning on the date of publication of the Less-Than-Fair-Value (LTFV) Preliminary Determination, ended on June 1, 2025. In line with section 733(d) of the Tariff Act and current practice, Commerce will tell U.S. Customs and Border Protection to end the suspension of liquidation. Customs will liquidate, without regard to antidumping duties, entries of alkyl phosphate esters from China that entered, or were withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, after June 1, 2025. This will be in place until the day before the International Trade Commission’s final injury determination is published. Commerce directs interested parties to the full text of the correction for legal references. The notice was signed by Deputy Assistant Secretary Christopher Abbott. This notice was published following the requirements in section 516A(c) and (e) and 777(i)(1) of the Tariff Act of 1930, as amended. For further information, parties are told to contact Dennis McClure at the Department of Commerce, AD/CVD Operations, Office VIII. The correction ensures the lawful administration of antidumping duty and countervailing duty matters related to imports of certain alkyl phosphate esters from China. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

U.S. Finalizes High Antidumping Duties on Some Chinese Electric Vehicles Estimated reading time: 4–6 minutes Commerce Finds Dumping The Department of Commerce found that these LSPTVs from China are being sold in the United States for less than their fair value. This means that U.S. companies are hurt because Chinese companies are selling LSPTVs at unfairly low prices. The investigation looked at sales from October 1, 2023, to March 31, 2024. What Is Covered The products affected are low speed personal transportation vehicles and their parts, even if they are unfinished or unassembled. LSPTVs are small vehicles, with four wheels, a steering wheel, and seats next to each other. They can run on electric or gas power, and cannot go faster than 25 miles per hour. Go-karts, off-road vehicles, mobility scooters, and some other vehicle types are not included. Who Is Affected Many Chinese companies were investigated. Two major companies, Guangdong Lvtong New Energy Electric Vehicle Technology Co., Ltd. (Guangdong Lvtong) and Xiamen Dalle New Energy Automobile Co., Ltd. (Xiamen Dalle), were looked at closely. Other companies also asked for lower rates because they said they were different from the main group of Chinese companies. Some of these companies received different rates based on their information. Final Dumping Margins The Department set very high antidumping rates. Here are the dumping margins: Guangdong Lvtong: 119.39% Xiamen Dalle: 312.31% Other Companies with Separate Rates: 291.04% All Other Chinese Companies (China-wide rate): 478.09% This China-wide rate is based on the highest number provided in the investigation because some companies did not work with the Department. Cash Deposit Requirements Now, U.S. Customs will keep holding back money (cash deposits) when these vehicles are brought from China. This deposit matches the rates listed. Liquidation of these imports (final acceptance) will be stopped for entries made after January 30, 2025. Critical Circumstances The Department found that, in some cases, companies were bringing in a lot of LSPTVs just before these new rates would start. For Guangdong Lvtong, many separate rate companies, and the China-wide group, stricter rules now apply for goods entered as far back as November 1, 2024. Certification Rules for Importers Special certification rules now apply for LSPTV parts, like seat assemblies and motors, that could be used to build these vehicles in the U.S. Importers must show detailed proof that these parts do not arrive with unfinished vehicles or rolling chassis. If not enough proof is given, the highest duty rate (China-wide rate) will be required. What Happens Next The U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) will check if U.S. companies are materially hurt by the Chinese LSPTV imports. If the ITC finds no harm, all the cash deposits will be refunded, and the case will stop. If harm is found, the Department of Commerce will order final duties on the products. List of Companies with Separate Rates Thirty-eight Chinese exporter and producer pairs qualified for individual rates, including companies like Dongguan Excar Electric Vehicle Co., Ltd., Haike EV Co., Ltd., and Suzhou Eagle Electric Vehicle Manufacturing Co., Ltd. Further Information The full government announcement, including detailed product definitions, specific legal references, and certification requirements, can be reviewed at the Federal Register Volume 90, Number 118, pages 26530-26535, dated June 23, 2025. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

U.S. Finds Subsidies for Low-Speed Vehicles from China, Sets Duties Estimated reading time: 3-5 minutes On June 23, 2025, the U.S. Department of Commerce released its final determination in the investigation of certain low-speed personal transportation vehicles (LSPTVs) from China. The Department found that subsidies are being given to producers and exporters of these vehicles in China. The investigation covered the period from January 1, 2023 to December 31, 2023. Background The Department of Commerce started this process by publishing its preliminary findings in December 2024 and collecting opinions from interested parties. The investigation looked closely at the facts and information provided by companies involved, especially Guangdong Lvtong New Energy Electric Vehicle Technology Co., Ltd. (Lvtong), Xiamen Dalle New Energy Automobile Co., Ltd. (Xiamen Dalle), as well as two non-responsive companies, Hebei Machinery Import and Export Co., LTD., and Shandong Odes Industry Co. Ltd. Scope of Investigation The investigation covers certain low-speed personal transportation vehicles (LSPTVs) from China. These are mainly open-air vehicles powered by electric motors or gas engines and have traditional seating, four wheels, and a gross weight of no more than 5,500 pounds. Vehicles with a fixed roof and integrated doors or windows are not covered. The investigation also includes unfinished vehicles and subassemblies, also called “rolling chassis,” with or without parts like seats, roofs, or tires. Certain components, like seat assemblies, steering columns, suspension systems, plastic cowlings, and motors, are not included if they come by themselves and have the right certification. However, if they arrive together with LSPTVs or their subassemblies, or without proper certification, they are included. Methodology and Changes After reviewing all submissions and conducting verification of the information, Commerce made some changes to subsidy calculations from the preliminary stage. The Department used facts available and sometimes adverse findings when companies did not provide all required data. Final Subsidy Rates The Department determined the following subsidy (duty) rates for the period investigated: Guangdong Lvtong New Energy Electric Vehicle Technology Co., Ltd.: 31.45% Hebei Machinery Import and Export Co., LTD.: 679.44% * Shandong Odes Industry Co. Ltd.: 679.44% * Xiamen Dalle New Energy Automobile Co., Ltd.: 44.38% All Other Producers/Exporters: 41.14% *Rates with a star (*) are based on adverse facts available. Critical Circumstances The Department found that “critical circumstances” applied, meaning that for some companies, duties will apply to imports made up to 90 days before the preliminary determination (December 6, 2024). This now includes Lvtong, Xiamen Dalle, all others, and the non-responsive companies. Suspension of Liquidation U.S. Customs will collect deposits and suspend liquidation (final settlement) on subject imports that entered the U.S. on or after December 6, 2024. Suspension for entries made after April 5, 2025 (the end of provisional measures), was discontinued, but entries before April 4, 2025, remain suspended. Because of the critical circumstances decision, Customs will suspend liquidation and collect deposits for imports from Xiamen Dalle and all others that entered up to 90 days before December 6, 2024. If the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) finds that the domestic U.S. industry is injured by these imports, a countervailing duty (CVD) order will be issued, and Customs will continue to collect duties. If the ITC finds no injury, all duties will be refunded. Certification Requirements Commerce now requires importers of certain LSPTV components (Chinese-origin seat assemblies, steering columns, suspension systems, plastic cowlings, or motors) to certify that these parts are not being combined with subject LSPTVs or subassemblies. Specific certification procedures and records are required, as detailed in the official notice. Importers must keep this documentation for at least five years after the last entry covered or three years after any court cases are finished. If an importer fails to follow these rules, all their affected entries may be considered subject to duties. Next Steps The Commerce Department will notify the ITC of its decision. The ITC will decide within 45 days if imports of LSPTVs from China are causing harm to the U.S. industry. If the answer is yes, Commerce will issue a formal CVD order. If not, the case will end, and money collected will be returned. Appendices The notice includes the full legal definition (“scope”) of the products covered, the importer certification form, and a full list of topics addressed in Commerce’s Issues and Decision Memorandum. For further details, all documents are on file with the U.S. Department of Commerce and available online. Contact Information For questions, contact Dan Alexander in the Enforcement and Compliance office at the U.S. Department of Commerce: (202) 482-4313. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

U.S. Department of Commerce Issues Preliminary Results on Tapered Roller Bearings from China Estimated reading time: 3–7 minutes The U.S. Department of Commerce has released its preliminary findings for the administrative review of the antidumping duty order on tapered roller bearings (TRBs) and parts from the People’s Republic of China. This review covers the period of June 1, 2023 through May 31, 2024. Key Actions Commerce is rescinding the administrative review in part. This means that some companies will no longer be under review. The companies removed from the review are: Changshan Peer Bearing Co., Ltd. (CPZ) C&U Metallurgy Bearing Co., Ltd. Sichuan C&U Bearing Co., Ltd. C&U Automotive Bearing Co., Ltd. Hangzhou C&U Bearing Co., Ltd. Commerce is also announcing preliminary findings for two other companies: Shanghai Tainai Bearing Co., Ltd. (Tainai) C&U Group Shanghai Bearing Co., Ltd. (C&U Shanghai Bearing) Tainai Had No Shipments Commerce found that Tainai did not ship any TRBs to the United States during the review period. This was based on data from U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP). Commerce checked the CBP data and information from Tainai and did not find any shipments from Tainai. C&U Shanghai Is Considered Part of the China-Wide Entity C&U Shanghai Bearing did not apply for a separate rate in this review. Companies without a separate rate are considered to be part of the “China-wide entity.” The rate for the China-wide entity is 92.84 percent. Commerce will apply this rate to C&U Shanghai Bearing. Review Details The review originally included several companies after requests from JTEKT Bearings North America LLC (a domestic company) and CPZ. After business and procedural steps: CPZ withdrew from the review. Four other companies had no entries of subject merchandise. Commerce decided to rescind the review for these companies. Scope of Products The order covers all shipments of finished and unfinished tapered roller bearings and parts from China. It also covers different units and housings that include tapered roller bearings. The products fall under many Harmonized Tariff Schedule codes, such as 8482.20.00, 8482.91.00.50, and others. Public Participation Parties can submit case briefs or comments about these preliminary results within 21 days of the notice publication. Rebuttal briefs are allowed five days after initial briefs. Hearings can be requested within 30 days, and all submissions must be filed electronically. Assessment and Cash Deposits For companies no longer under review, Commerce will instruct CBP to assess antidumping duties at the rates on record when the goods were imported. For companies still under review, any duties owed would be based on final results. Tainai’s entries, if any, will be assessed at the China-wide rate of 92.84 percent. The same rate applies to C&U Shanghai Bearing for any subject merchandise during the review period. These cash deposit requirements are effective from the date the final results are published and remain in force until further notice. Next Steps Commerce plans to release final results within 120 days of the preliminary results, unless otherwise extended. These results will help decide the assessment of duties for the review period and future deposit rates. Reminders This notice also reminds parties involved of their responsibilities in handling confidential information according to rules set for Administrative Protective Orders. Contact For more information, contact Jerry Xiao at the U.S. Department of Commerce, telephone: (202) 482-2273. Official Publication These actions are taken under the authority of the Tariff Act of 1930 and related regulations. The official notice was signed by Christopher Abbott, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Policy and Negotiations. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

U.S. Finds Chinese Temporary Steel Fencing Gets Unfair Subsidies Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes On June 20, 2025, the U.S. Department of Commerce announced a preliminary decision in a trade case about temporary steel fencing from China. The Department found that Chinese producers and exporters of this fencing are getting support from their government. This help is called a “countervailable subsidy.” What Is Being Investigated The investigation looks at “temporary steel fencing.” This fencing includes steel fence panels and stands. The panels have steel tubing and inside material like chain link or steel wire mesh. Most panels are 10 to 12 feet long and 6 to 8 feet high. Both the panels and stands are covered, whether they are imported together or by themselves. Period of the Investigation The period reviewed is from January 1, 2024, to December 31, 2024. Key Companies and Rates Two companies were closely investigated: Hebei Minmetals Co., Ltd.: 33.27% subsidy rate Shijiazhuang SD Company Ltd.: 139.20% subsidy rate Five companies did not answer questions from U.S. officials. These are: Anping County Xingpeng Hardware Co., Ltd. Shenzhou Yuelei Metal Products Co., Ltd. Sichuan Gold-Link Industry Sourcing Solution Co., Ltd. Tianjin Mengsheng Metal Products These non-responsive companies got a rate of 301.83%. This rate is based on “adverse facts available” because they did not cooperate. “All-other” producers and exporters who were not individually investigated received an 86.24% subsidy rate. Critical Circumstances The Department of Commerce found “critical circumstances” for some imports. This means they believe companies rushed products into the U.S. to avoid possible duties. The companies affected by this are Hebei Minmetals, the five non-responsive companies, and all-other companies. One company, Shijiazhuang SD, was not found to have critical circumstances. Suspension of Liquidation For the affected companies with critical circumstances, U.S. Customs will hold back (“suspend liquidation” of) entries made on or after 90 days before this notice was published. For Shijiazhuang SD, the suspension begins on the date of notice. Importers must pay a cash deposit for the above rates. Scope of Products Covered The fencing includes panels and stands, coated or not, in any size over six square feet and weighing more than four pounds. The scope also covers items finished or packed in another country, as long as they match these rules. Only the fencing from China is covered, not any extra parts or accessories that may come with it. Next Steps The Department of Commerce will now check (“verify”) the information used for this preliminary finding. Interested parties can submit arguments (“case briefs”) after the last verification report is released. Hearings may also be requested. The International Trade Commission (ITC) will decide if the imports hurt U.S. companies. If the final decision stays the same, these duties will continue. This finding is open to public review. All related details and documents are available to the public online. Key Dates Notice published: June 20, 2025 Final determination expected: October 27, 2025 (unless delayed) Contact Information Questions may be directed to Natasia Byrd or Janaé Martin at the Department of Commerce, Enforcement and Compliance, Office VI, Washington, DC. Source: Federal Register, Volume 90, Number 117 (Friday, June 20, 2025), Document Number: 2025-11383 Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

U.S. Finds Chinese Brake Drums Sold Below Fair Value Estimated reading time: 5–10 minutes The U.S. Department of Commerce has made a final decision about certain brake drums from China. The Department says these brake drums are being sold in the United States for less than fair value. What Is the Product? The investigation looked at brake drums made from gray cast iron. They must have an actual or nominal inside diameter of 14.75 inches or more, but not over 16.6 inches. The brake drums must weigh more than 50 pounds. Brake drums are included if they are finished or unfinished, imported alone or with non-subject items like a hub. Assemblies are covered, but only the brake drum itself is part of this case. Some brake drums are excluded, like composite drums with more than 38 percent steel by weight, and some covered by other antidumping orders. Investigation Timeline The Department started the investigation on January 29, 2025. The period looked at sales between October 1, 2023, and March 31, 2024. Changes were made since the preliminary decision after reviewing comments and documents from companies. Companies Involved The investigation looked at several Chinese companies, including Shandong ConMet Mechanical Co., Ltd. The Department checked sales and production information from these companies. Dumping Margins and Results The Department determined the following estimated dumping margins: Producer Exporter Weighted-Average Dumping Margin (%) Cash Deposit Rate (%) Shandong ConMet Mechanical Co., Ltd. Shandong ConMet Mechanical Co., Ltd. 77.14 77.14 Liaoning Hechuang CV Parts MFG Co. Liaoning Hechuang CV Parts MFG Co. 77.14 77.14 Hebei OE Auto Spare Parts Co., Ltd. Ningbo Qingchen Intl. Trade Co., Ltd. 77.14 77.14 Longyao County Yiheng Auto Parts Co. Qingdao Jasmine Intl. Trade Co., Ltd. 77.14 77.14 Shandong Lingang Nonferrous Metals Co. Qingdao Tordon Brake Co., Ltd. 77.14 77.14 Qiqihar Beimo Auto Parts Mfg Co., Ltd. Qiqihar Beimo Auto Parts Mfg Co., Ltd. 77.14 77.14 Shandong Lingang Nonferrous Metals Co. Shandong Haoxin Co., Ltd. 77.14 77.14 Shandong Hongma Engineering Machinery Shandong Hongma Engr. Machinery Co., Ltd. 77.14 77.14 Longyao Gucheng Automobile Parts Factory Shandong North Autotech Co., Ltd. 77.14 77.14 Shandong Longji Machinery Co., Ltd. Shanghai Winsun Auto Parts Co., Ltd. 77.14 77.14 China-Wide Entity 160.79* 150.25 *The higher margin for the China-Wide Entity is based on facts available with adverse inferences. Rates and Instructions U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) will keep suspending the liquidation of entries for these products after January 29, 2025. Importers must place cash deposits at the rates shown. If the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) finds U.S. industry injured by these products, antidumping duties will be ordered. Possible Changes If the ITC decides there is no injury, the process will stop, and any deposits will be returned. If injury is found, the cash deposit rates may be updated for subsidies. Where to Find More Information The full Issues and Decision Memorandum, including changes and comments from interested parties, is available online at here. Conclusion The Department of Commerce has finished its investigation. Many Chinese companies exporting certain brake drums to the U.S. will face high dumping margins. The final decision now goes to the ITC to determine if these sales harmed U.S. industry. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

U.S. Department of Commerce Finds Countervailable Subsidies for Certain Brake Drums from China Estimated reading time: 7–10 minutes U.S. Department of Commerce Finds Countervailable Subsidies for Certain Brake Drums from China The U.S. Department of Commerce has issued its final determination that producers and exporters of certain brake drums from the People’s Republic of China receive countervailable subsidies. The investigation covered the period from January 1, 2023, through December 31, 2023. Investigation Background On December 3, 2024, the Department of Commerce published its preliminary findings in the Federal Register. CAIEC Trailer Master Co., Ltd., a key respondent, withdrew from the case on February 21, 2025. A post-preliminary analysis was released on April 1, 2025. All events and comments submitted by interested parties were taken into account in the final determination. Scope of the Investigation The products under investigation are gray cast iron brake drums from China. These brake drums have an actual or nominal inside diameter of 14.75 inches or more, but not over 16.6 inches, and weigh more than 50 pounds. Both finished and unfinished brake drums are included. The detailed description of the products is set out in Appendix I of the final notice. Certain drum and chassis products from China covered by earlier antidumping and countervailing duty orders are excluded from the scope. Brake drums with more than 38 percent steel by weight are also excluded. Changes to Product Scope During the investigation, comments were received regarding the scope of products. The Department issued a Preliminary Scope Decision Memorandum and later added more Harmonized Tariff Schedule subheadings in response to comments. These changes are reflected in Appendix I. Verification of Information In January 2025, the Department verified information provided by Shandong ConMet Mechanical, Ltd. and Weifang ConMet Mechanical Products Co., Ltd. (collectively, ConMet). Standard procedures were used to check accounting records and source documents. Analysis and Methodology The Department reviewed various subsidy programs. The final decision outlines which programs were found to be countervailable. The official record provides a detailed list of the issues raised by interested parties. The full methodology is available in the Issues and Decision Memorandum. The Department determined if subsidies existed by confirming financial contributions from authorities, proof of benefit to recipients, and specificity. The Department relied partly on facts available and used adverse inferences, especially concerning CAIEC’s withdrawal and data gaps. Details are in the preliminary memorandum and the final Issues and Decision Memorandum. Calculation Changes The subsidy rate for ConMet was changed based on comments and verification. For CAIEC, the calculation relied on adverse inferences. The adverse facts available (AFA) rate was updated to include rates for three additional programs and corrections. All-Others Rate The ‘all-others’ rate is based on ConMet’s revised rate, because its rate is not zero, de minimis, or entirely based on facts otherwise available. Final Subsidy Rates The Department assigned these rates: Company Subsidy Rate (percent ad valorem) CAIEC Trailer Master Co., Ltd. / Trailer Master CVS Inc. 446.83* Shandong ConMet Mechanical, Ltd./Weifang ConMet Mechanical Products Co., Ltd. 11.94 Guangzhou Joyhand Import & Export Co. 446.83* Hebei Iruijin Auto Parts Co., Ltd. 446.83* Henan Broad Top Metal Work, Llc 446.83* Henan Valiant Braking System Co. 446.83* HTS (Tianjin) Supply Chain Co., Ltd. 446.83* Panasia CVS (HK), Ltd. 446.83* Raw King Brake Parts Co., Ltd. 446.83* Tianjin Textile Group Import and Export Inc. 446.83* Xiamen Tinmy Industrial Co., Ltd. 446.83* Xingtai Xunchiyoute Auto Parts Co. 446.83* Yancheng Terbon Auto Parts Co. 446.83* Yantai Hongtian Autoparts Co., Ltd. 446.83* Zhejiang Firsd Group Co., Ltd. 446.83* All Others 11.94 *Rates marked with an asterisk are based on facts available with adverse inferences. Suspension of Liquidation On December 3, 2024, the Department told U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to collect cash deposits and suspend liquidation of relevant entries. Suspension was lifted for entries after April 2, 2025, but remains for earlier entries. If the International Trade Commission (ITC) gives a final injury determination, the Department will order more actions, including duty deposits on future entries. ITC Process The Department will notify the ITC about its findings. The ITC must decide within 45 days whether U.S. industry is harmed or threatened by these imports. If not, the process ends and deposits are refunded. Access to Documents Interested parties may access all public documents online through the Antidumping and Countervailing Duty Centralized Electronic Service System (ACCESS) at https://access.trade.gov. Administrative Protective Orders The notice reminds parties of their responsibilities to return or destroy proprietary information as required by law. Official Signing The determination was signed by Steven Presing, Acting Deputy Assistant Secretary for Policy and Negotiations, on June 13, 2025. For More Information Contact Nathan James at (202) 482-5305 or Olivia Woolverton at (202) 482-7452. See the Federal Register, Volume 90, Number 116, pages 26002-26004, for the complete notice. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

U.S. Continues Antidumping and Countervailing Duty Orders on Chinese Aluminum Wire and Cable Estimated reading time: 5–7 minutes The U.S. Department of Commerce has announced the continuation of antidumping duty (AD) and countervailing duty (CVD) orders on aluminum wire and cable from the People’s Republic of China. This action follows findings that canceling these orders would likely lead to more dumping, subsidies, and injury to U.S. companies. Background The original AD and CVD orders began on December 23, 2019. In November 2024, the International Trade Commission (ITC) and the Department of Commerce started their first “sunset reviews” to check if the orders should stay in place. These reviews are required by law every five years. Experts at the Department of Commerce found that removing the orders would likely allow dumping and government support for Chinese companies to start again. They shared their findings with the ITC. On June 13, 2025, the ITC determined that removing the orders would harm the U.S. industry that makes aluminum wire and cable. Scope of the Orders The orders cover assemblies of one or more electrical conductors made from specific aluminum alloys. At least one conductor must be insulated and have a voltage rating above 80 volts but not more than 1,000 volts. At least one conductor must be stranded and sized between 16.5 thousand circular mil (kcmil) and 1,000 kcmil. The assembly can have extra parts like a grounding conductor, different metal coverings, connectors, shields, jackets, or fillers. Most products match certain National Electrical Code and Underwriters Laboratories standards, but this is not required. Aluminum wire and cable products shorter than six feet, even if they arrive as part of equipment, are not included. The products usually fall under trade codes 8544.49.9000 or 8544.42.9090 in U.S. records. However, the exact written scope decides what is covered. Continued Orders Customs officers will keep collecting AD and CVD cash deposits on these products from China at the rates set when the goods enter the country. This continuation started on June 13, 2025. The Department of Commerce will launch the next five-year review of these orders no more than 30 days before June 13, 2030. Protecting Proprietary Information The Department reminds all parties to return or destroy any business secrets shared under an Administrative Protective Order (APO). Not following these rules can lead to penalties. Review Information This continuation, and the reviews leading up to it, were carried out under U.S. law and rules. The notice was signed by Steven Presing, Acting Deputy Assistant Secretary for Policy and Negotiations, on June 13, 2025. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

U.S. Sets Antidumping Duties on Steel Nails from China: Final 2022-2023 Review Results Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes The U.S. Department of Commerce has released the final results of its administrative review of antidumping duties on certain steel nails from the People’s Republic of China. This review covers shipments made from August 1, 2022, through July 31, 2023. Company Found Dumping Steel Nails The department determined that Shanghai Yueda Nails Co., Ltd. (also known as Shanghai Yueda Nails Industry Co., Ltd.) sold steel nails in the United States at prices less than the normal value during the time studied. Final Antidumping Duty Rate Announced For the review period, Commerce found that Shanghai Yueda Nails Co., Ltd. will face a weighted-average dumping margin of 11.73 percent. Companies Removed from Review Commerce has rescinded the review for eight companies because there was no evidence of suspended entries during the review period. The companies are: Hebei Minmetals Co., Ltd. Nanjing Caiqing Hardware Co., Ltd. Nanjing Yuechang Hardware Co., Ltd. Shandong Qingyun Hongyi Hardware Products Co., Ltd. Shanxi Hairui Trade Co., Ltd. Suntec Industries Co., Ltd. Tianjin Jinchi Metal Products Co., Ltd. Xi’an Metals & Minerals Import & Export Co., Ltd. China-Wide Entity and S-Mart S-Mart (Tianjin) Technology Development Co., Ltd. remains part of the China-wide entity because it did not submit a separate rate application. The China-wide antidumping duty rate is set at 118.04 percent. How Duties Will Be Assessed Commerce will order U.S. Customs and Border Protection to assess antidumping duties on all applicable entries. For Shanghai Yueda, duties will be set at the rate of 11.73 percent for each importer, unless the amount is less than 0.5 percent. If the rate is lower than 0.5 percent, entries will not be charged duties. For sales not reported by Shanghai Yueda, Commerce will use the China-wide rate. Entries made by companies in the China-wide entity, including S-Mart, will be assessed at the rate of 118.04 percent. For the eight companies with rescinded reviews, duties will be based on the deposit rate at the time of entry. Commerce plans to send assessment instructions to Customs 35 days after the final results notice is published, unless a summons is filed in the U.S. Court of International Trade. Cash Deposit Instructions These cash deposit requirements will be implemented at the time of publication: For Shanghai Yueda, the rate is 11.73 percent. For other exporters with a separate rate from prior reviews, their existing rate continues. For all exporters from China without a separate rate, the rate is 118.04 percent. For non-Chinese exporters without a separate rate, the Chinese supplier’s rate applies. These rates will stay in effect until Commerce announces otherwise. Importer and Legal Reminders Importers must file a certificate about reimbursement of duties. Not doing so may result in Commerce charging double duties. Parties under an Administrative Protective Order must return or destroy confidential information as required by law. Not following these rules can lead to sanctions. Additional Information The scope, background, and detailed points from this review are included in the official Issues and Decision Memorandum, available to the public at the Commerce Department’s online ACCESS system. This final decision was signed by Steven Presing, Acting Deputy Assistant Secretary for Policy and Negotiations, on June 10, 2025. The official notice was published in the Federal Register on June 16, 2025. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

U.S. Continues Antidumping Duties on Malleable Cast Iron Pipe Fittings from China Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes On June 10, 2025, the U.S. Department of Commerce announced that it will continue the antidumping duty order on malleable cast iron pipe fittings from the People’s Republic of China. This decision follows findings by both the U.S. Department of Commerce and the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC). Both agencies determined that canceling this order would likely result in more dumping of these pipe fittings from China. They also found that such dumping would likely harm the U.S. industry. The original antidumping duty order was published on December 12, 2003. A new review of the order began in November 2024. The ITC started its review on November 1, 2024. The Department of Commerce began its review on November 4, 2024. This was the fourth five-year (sunset) review for this order. The Department of Commerce found that removing the order would likely bring back dumping of these products at similar rates seen before. They sent their findings to the ITC. The ITC agreed that getting rid of the order would likely lead to more injury to U.S. businesses within a short period. The products under this order are certain malleable iron pipe fittings that are cast and not grooved. These items are from China. They are currently listed under U.S. tariff numbers 7307.19.90.30, 7307.19.90.60, and 7307.19.90.80. Metal compression couplings are not covered by this order, even if they have similar tariff codes. Because of these decisions, U.S. Customs and Border Protection will keep collecting antidumping cash deposits for these imports. The continuation of the order started on June 10, 2025. The Department of Commerce plans to start the next five-year review of this order before the fifth anniversary of the ITC’s latest decision. This notice also reminds parties with access to confidential records about the need to return or destroy any protected information, or change it to a judicial order, as the law requires. For more details, contact Elizabeth Whiteman at the U.S. Department of Commerce, at (202) 482-0473. The notice was signed by Steven Presing, Acting Deputy Assistant Secretary for Policy and Negotiations, on June 10, 2025. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

Commerce Department Finds Dumping of Wood Mouldings and Millwork from China Estimated reading time: 5–10 minutes On June 16, 2025, the U.S. Department of Commerce announced the preliminary results for its review of wood mouldings and millwork products imported from China. The review covers the period from February 1, 2023, to January 31, 2024. Key Findings The Commerce Department found that certain Chinese exporters sold wood mouldings and millwork products in the U.S. at prices lower than normal value. This means those companies were selling items for less than the usual price, or below “fair value.” Companies Reviewed The Department reviewed 38 companies or groups. Later, the review was stopped for 20 of these companies because there were either no requests to continue, or no entries of merchandise needing review. Four companies were removed from the review after all requests concerning them were withdrawn. Separate Rate Status The Commerce Department said that some companies proved they are separate from the Chinese government and can get their own rates. These included Longquan Jiefeng Trade Co., Ltd.; Zhejiang Senya Board Industry Co., Ltd.; Fujian Yinfeng Imp & Exp Trading Co., Ltd.; Fujian Province Youxi City Mangrove Wood Machining Co., Ltd.; and 12 other companies. Antidumping Margins Preliminary results show the following estimated dumping margins for the period: Longquan Jiefeng Trade Co., Ltd. / Zhejiang Senya Board Industry Co., Ltd.: 140.79% Fujian Yinfeng Imp & Exp Trading Co., Ltd. / Fujian Province Youxi City Mangrove Wood Machining Co., Ltd.: 101.70% 12 other companies that qualified for separate rates: 109.42% For companies that did not qualify for their own rate, the China-wide dumping margin remains at 220.87 percent. Customs and Assessment Cash deposits for estimated antidumping duties will be applied to shipments entered on or after the date of the final decision. Importers must be ready to file certificates proving they did not get reimbursed for dumping or countervailing duties. Failure to do so could mean paying extra duties. Next Steps and Deadlines The Commerce Department is sharing these results for public comment. Parties who wish to comment have up to 21 days after publication to submit their case briefs. Rebuttal briefs are due five days after case briefs. Any hearing request must be filed within 30 days of this notice. The Department expects to announce the final results of this review within 120 days of this preliminary notice. Appendices The notice also lists, in detail, all companies included in each group: those receiving separate rates, those rescinded from review due to withdrawn requests, and those rescinded from review because there were no entries during the review period. Responsibility of Importers This announcement reminds importers to follow all rules about paperwork and proof of duty payments. Not following the rules could lead to extra penalties. This news is based on official information from the Federal Register, Volume 90, Number 114, published June 16, 2025. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

U.S. Opens Antidumping Investigations on Hardwood and Decorative Plywood from China, Indonesia, and Vietnam Estimated reading time: 5–10 minutes On June 16, 2025, the U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) announced the start of less-than-fair-value (LTFV) investigations into imports of hardwood and decorative plywood from China, Indonesia, and Vietnam. This means Commerce is looking into whether these products are being sold in the United States at unfairly low prices. Background On May 22, 2025, a group of U.S. plywood producers (the Coalition for Fair Trade in Hardwood Plywood) filed petitions asking for these investigations. The same day, they also filed petitions for countervailing duties on imports from all three countries. Commerce reviewed the petitions and asked for more information. The group provided all requested details between May 28 and June 10, 2025. Scope of Investigations The investigations cover hardwood and decorative plywood from these three countries. This includes flat, multilayered plywood panels with face or back veneers made from hardwood, softwood, or bamboo. The product can have other surface coatings, coverings, or minor processing. The full description and all relevant product codes (HTSUS) are included in the official notice. Some items are excluded, like structural plywood stamped for specific standards, cork-faced plywood, multilayered wood flooring, certain bamboo products, fully assembled furniture, and others. Investigation Periods For Indonesia, the study covers sales from April 1, 2024, to March 31, 2025. For China and Vietnam, which are considered non-market economies, the period is October 1, 2024, to March 31, 2025. Industry Support To start an investigation, Commerce checks if there is enough support from U.S. producers. The Coalition represents more than 50% of U.S. hardwood and decorative plywood makers who support the petition. They also meet the requirement of representing at least 25% of total U.S. production. Allegations of Injury The petitions claim that U.S. industry is being hurt by these imports due to increasing import volumes, prices under U.S. market rates, shifting market share, and financial harm. The petitions say each country’s imports are high enough to meet investigation rules. Alleged Dumping Margins The estimated dumping margins (how much lower the prices are compared to fair value) are listed as follows: China: 540.07% Indonesia: 84.94% Vietnam: 138.04% to 152.41% Investigation Procedures Commerce will choose companies from each country to study closely. For Indonesia, companies will receive questionnaires, and the largest firms will be examined based on sales data. For China and Vietnam, Commerce will use special methods because these are non-market economies. Companies must apply for “separate rates” if they want to be treated apart from government-run businesses. Parties have deadlines to comment on scope (July 1, 2025) and to respond to product characteristic questions or other requests. Timeline and Next Steps The U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) will decide within 45 days if there is a reasonable sign that U.S. industry is being injured. If the ITC finds no injury by imports from any of the countries, the investigation regarding that country will stop. Commerce will make a preliminary decision within 140 days unless postponed. Legal and Filing Details All parties must use the Enforcement and Compliance Centralized Electronic Service System (ACCESS) for submissions unless exceptions apply. There are clear instructions and timelines for submitting information, requesting deadline extensions, and applying for participation rights. Commerce has set rules for how information should be filed and certified. These requirements ensure submissions are complete and accurate. Product Codes Products are most commonly imported under many specific HTSUS codes, which are detailed in the official notice. The written product description controls the investigation, not the HTSUS codes. Contact Information Questions can be directed to: Theodora Mattei (China) at (202) 482-4834. Joy Zhang (Indonesia) at (202) 482-1168. Kabir Archuletta (Vietnam) at (202) 482-2593. The notice was signed by Steven Presing, Acting Deputy Assistant Secretary for Policy and Negotiations, on June 11, 2025. The full text with all technical details and codes is available through the Federal Register. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

U.S. Launches Countervailing Duty Investigations on Hardwood and Decorative Plywood from China, Indonesia, and Vietnam Estimated reading time: 5–10 minutes On June 11, 2025, the U.S. Department of Commerce started countervailing duty (CVD) investigations on hardwood and decorative plywood imported from China, Indonesia, and Vietnam. This action was announced in the Federal Register on June 16, 2025. Background The Coalition for Fair Trade in Hardwood Plywood filed CVD petitions on May 22, 2025. The coalition includes U.S. producers like Columbia Forest Products, Commonwealth Plywood Inc., Manthei Wood Products, States Industries LLC, and Timber Products Company. They claim that manufacturers in China, Indonesia, and Vietnam benefit from government subsidies, making it hard for American producers to compete. The CVD petitions came with antidumping duty (AD) petitions for the same products from these countries. Process and Investigation Period The Department reviewed the information in the petitions and exchanged several supplemental questions and answers with the Coalition until June 10, 2025. The investigation period is from January 1, 2024, through December 31, 2024. Product Scope The investigations cover hardwood and decorative plywood. These are flat, layered wood panels made with two or more wood veneers, possibly over a core. At least one outer veneer must be made of hardwood, softwood, or bamboo. The panels can have different surface coatings or coverings but are still included under this review. More details and exclusions are listed in the Federal Register notice. Submitting Scope Comments Interested parties can comment on which products should be included. Comments must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time on July 1, 2025. Rebuttal comments are due by July 11, 2025, also at 5:00 p.m. All submissions must use the Department’s electronic filing system, ACCESS. Consultations The Department notified the governments of China, Indonesia, and Vietnam about the petitions and invited consultations. Meetings were held with Indonesia and Vietnam on June 5, 2025. China did not request a meeting but sent written comments. Industry Support For a petition to proceed, U.S. producers supporting the petition must make up at least 25 percent of total production and more than 50 percent of those expressing either support or opposition. The Department found that the coalition met these requirements. Injury Test The U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) will decide if the imported plywood causes or threatens harm to the U.S. industry. Allegations The coalition says that imports from these countries are getting subsidies and that the U.S. industry is suffering. Reasons include a large rise in imports, lower prices, lost sales, and falling profits in the U.S. industry. Initiation of the Investigations The Department found enough support to start investigations on nearly all the subsidy programs listed in the petitions: 33 for China, 12 for Indonesia, and 26 for Vietnam. Public checklists with more details are available online. Respondent Selection The Department plans to issue questionnaires to many identified producers and exporters in each country. If companies do not get a questionnaire directly, they can still submit information. Responses are due by June 25, 2025. Next Steps The Department will send a copy of the public version of the petitions to the governments involved and, as much as possible, to all named exporters. The ITC will make a preliminary decision in 45 days on whether U.S. industry has been harmed. If they decide there is no harm for any country, the case for that country will end. Other Instructions All parties must follow specific rules when submitting evidence and requests for more time. Special certification forms and procedures must be used for anything submitted. Rules on who must be notified and how paperwork is served have been updated. What Is Covered Under the Scope The plywood covered under investigation includes a wide range of wood panels. Some products are excluded, such as plywood certified to certain U.S. structural standards, products with cork veneers, specific wood flooring, some fully assembled or ready-to-assemble furniture, finished countertops, certain laminated door parts, and some two-ply products. The plywood usually enters under many different customs numbers, which are listed in detail in the notice. These customs numbers help identify which products are included, but the written descriptions are what matter most for the investigations. Published By Steven Presing, Acting Deputy Assistant Secretary for Policy and Negotiations, signed the notice for publication. For full legal text and more details, please refer to the official Federal Register Volume 90, Number 114, dated June 16, 2025. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

U.S. Commerce Department Issues Final Results on Chinese Metal Lockers Countervailing Duties Review Estimated reading time: 6–8 minutes The U.S. Department of Commerce has published the final results of its 2022 countervailing duty administrative review on certain metal lockers and parts from the People’s Republic of China. The review covers the period from January 1, 2022, through December 31, 2022. Key Findings The Department found that some Chinese producers and exporters received countervailable subsidies during the review period. The products in question are metal lockers imported from China. Final Subsidy Rates Hangzhou Evernew Machinery & Equipment Company: 220.95 percent. (This includes Zhejiang Yinghong Metalware Co., Ltd., which is cross-owned with Hangzhou Evernew.) Xingyi Metalworking Technology (Zhejiang) Co., Ltd.: 22.82 percent. Hangzhou Xline Machinery & Equipment Co., Ltd.: 22.82 percent. Jiangsu Wanlong Special Containers Co., Ltd.: 22.82 percent. Rescission for Four Companies The Department is rescinding the review for four companies. This decision comes from U.S. Customs and Border Protection data, which showed these companies had no entries of subject merchandise during the review period. The companies are: Kunshan Dongchu Precision Machinery Co., Ltd. Pingchu Chenda Storage Office Co., Ltd. Tianjin Jia Mei Metal Furniture Ltd. Zhejiang Xingyi Metal Products Co., Ltd. Methodology The Department conducted the review under section 751(a)(1)(A) of the Tariff Act of 1930. Subsidies were evaluated on financial contribution, benefit, and specificity, as defined in the Act. For some findings, Commerce used facts available and, in some cases, adverse facts available (AFA). Changes from Preliminary Results The rate for Hangzhou Evernew Machinery and Equipment Company (and its cross-owned producer) was revised based on comments and evidence. The Department also revised the rate for companies not selected for individual review. Because the rate for Hangzhou Evernew is now based on total AFA, the rate for the two non-selected companies (Hangzhou Xline Machinery & Equipment Co., Ltd. and Jiangsu Wanlong Special Containers Co., Ltd.) is set at the level for the cooperating mandatory respondent, Xingyi Metalworking. Cash Deposit Requirements The Department will instruct U.S. Customs and Border Protection to collect cash deposits of estimated countervailing duties at the rates listed above for those companies. These deposits apply to goods entered or withdrawn from warehouses for consumption on or after June 13, 2025. Firms not reviewed must continue to pay deposits at the all-others rate or their last company-specific rate. Duty Assessment For the companies with final rates, CBP will assess duties at the appropriate ad valorem rates. For rescinded companies, duties will be assessed at the cash deposit rate in effect during the review period. Assessment instructions will be issued no earlier than 35 days after publication of the final results. If a timely summons is filed in U.S. Court of International Trade, liquidation of entries will be held until the period for statutory injunction requests ends. Administrative Protective Order Parties with access to proprietary information under an administrative protective order (APO) must comply with regulations regarding the return or destruction of that information. Further Information These final results are in accordance with sections 751(a)(1) and 777(i)(1) of the Tariff Act and 19 CFR 351.221(b)(5). The Issues and Decision Memorandum related to this review is publicly available online via the ACCESS system at https://access.trade.gov. Dated: June 6, 2025. Steven Presing, Acting Deputy Assistant Secretary for Policy and Negotiations, U.S. Department of Commerce. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

U.S. Department of Commerce Announces Preliminary Results of Aluminum Sheet Review From China Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes Background The U.S. Department of Commerce released its preliminary results for the countervailing duty review of common alloy aluminum sheet from the People’s Republic of China. The review covers January 1, 2023, through December 31, 2023. The Commerce Department first put the countervailing duty order in place in February 2019. This review started on April 9, 2024. Since then, Commerce made several changes to the timeline and extended deadlines several times. The deadline for these results was June 5, 2025. Companies Reviewed Commerce chose two main companies for detailed review: Henan Mingtai Al. Industrial Co., Ltd. Yinbang Clad Material Co., Ltd. Commerce also looked at related companies for Henan Mingtai Al. Industrial Co., Ltd. These are Henan Gongdian Thermal Co., Ltd. and Zhengzhou Mingtai Industry, Co., Ltd. Partial Rescission Commerce decided to stop the review for Alcha International Holdings Limited and Jiangsu Alcha Aluminium Co., Ltd. (known together as Alcha Group). Customs data shows they had no shipments of reviewed goods during the review period. No party commented on this. Calculation Method Commerce decided that subsidies were given to some companies and that these subsidies were specific and measurable. Commerce used “facts available with adverse inferences” for Henan Mingtai Al. and its related companies. This means the decisions are based on the information available when companies do not provide all needed data. Preliminary Subsidy Rates Commerce calculated the following preliminary countervailable subsidy rates for the period January 1, 2023, through December 31, 2023: Yinbang Clad Material Co., Ltd.: 9.45% Henan Mingtai Al. Industrial Co., Ltd.; Henan Gongdian Thermal Co., Ltd.; and Zhengzhou Mingtai Industry, Co., Ltd.: 238.22% Next Steps Commerce will share its detailed calculations with interested parties within five days. Comments and Hearing Requests Parties can send case briefs with comments within 21 days of the notice’s publication. Rebuttal briefs are due five days after the case briefs. Briefs must include a table of contents and a list of authorities. Parties should also write a short summary for each issue in their briefs. Hearing requests must be filed within 30 days of this notice. Hearings will cover only issues in the briefs. Assessment and Cash Deposit Rates After the final results, Commerce will instruct U.S. Customs and Border Protection on how to assess duties on entries from the review period. For the companies not reviewed, Commerce will tell Customs to keep collecting deposits at the previously determined rates. Final Results Commerce plans to issue the final results within 120 days after these preliminary results are published. Further Details These results were issued under U.S. law by the Deputy Assistant Secretary for Policy and Negotiations. Appendix Topics in the Preliminary Decision Memorandum include: Summary Background Scope of the Order China’s Economy Use of Facts Available and Adverse Inferences Subsidies Valuation Interest Rate Benchmarks Analysis of Programs Recommendation For full information, the public can access these details on the Enforcement and Compliance Centralized Electronic Service System (ACCESS) website. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

U.S. Releases Preliminary Results for 2023 Review of Wood Mouldings and Millwork Products from China Estimated reading time: 5–10 minutes Background and Review Process The Department of Commerce started an administrative review of countervailing duties on wood mouldings and millwork products from China. The review covers the period from January 1, 2023, to December 31, 2023. Commerce chose two companies as mandatory respondents in the review: Zhejiang Senya Board Industry Co., Ltd. (Senya Board) Fujian Yinfeng Imp & Exp Trading Co., Ltd. (Yinfeng) The review originally included 38 producers and exporters. On certain occasions, some reviewing parties withdrew their review requests for some companies, so Commerce rescinded the review for those companies. In total, 22 companies were rescinded from the review because of withdrawn requests or because there were no imports during the review period. Methodology The review used the requirements stated in the Tariff Act of 1930 and relevant federal regulations. Commerce examined different subsidy programs and decided that financial contributions from the Chinese government gave certain companies unfair advantages. For companies not individually investigated, Commerce used the weighted average of the subsidy rates given to the two main respondents. Preliminary Results Commerce found the following preliminary subsidy rates for the review period: Zhejiang Senya Board Industry Co., Ltd.: 26.25 percent Fujian Yinfeng Imp & Exp Trading Co., Ltd.: 10.16 percent Non-selected companies under review: 12.94 percent These rates will apply from January 1, 2023, through December 31, 2023. Rescission of Review for Some Companies The Department rescinded the review for certain companies because all requests were withdrawn or there were no reviewable entries. The list of impacted companies can be found in Appendices II and III of the official notice. Public Comment Parties interested in this review can submit case briefs within 21 days after the notice’s publication. Rebuttal briefs are due five days after case briefs. All briefs must include a table of contents and a table of authorities. Summaries for each issue in the brief are required and must not be more than 450 words per issue. Parties requesting a hearing must file electronically and must state their name, address, and contact information. They must also state whether any foreign nationals will participate and list the issues to be discussed. Final Results The final results of the review will come within 120 days of publication. The Department will address all issues raised in submitted briefs. Assessment and Cash Deposits Once the review is complete, duties will be assessed. For companies with rescinded reviews, duties will be based on the cash deposit rates that were in effect at the time of import during 2023. For companies still under review, new rates will apply after the final results. After the final results are published, new cash deposit instructions will be sent to U.S. Customs and Border Protection. These rates will stay in effect until further notice. For More Information The full list of topics from the review and lists of companies involved are in the Federal Register notice. Additional information is available at the Department of Commerce’s Antidumping and Countervailing Duty Centralized Electronic Service System (ACCESS). These results are effective as of June 12, 2025. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

Correction Issued on Antidumping Review for Cold-Drawn Mechanical Tubing from India Estimated reading time: 2–3 minutes The U.S. Department of Commerce has released a correction to its earlier notice on the final results of the antidumping duty review for certain cold-drawn mechanical tubing of carbon and alloy steel from India. The Department published the final results for this product’s 2022-2023 administrative review in the Federal Register on April 14, 2025. In the April notice, Commerce gave the name of one mandatory respondent as “Goodluck India Limited.” It did not include other names under which this company’s products might be shipped to the United States. The correction notice has now listed all possible company names. The names identified are: Goodluck India Limited Good Luck Steel Tubes Ltd. Good Luck Industries Goodluck Industries The cash deposit and assessment rates calculated for “Goodluck India Limited” now apply to these other company names as well. This correction was published on June 11, 2025, in Volume 90, Number 111 of the Federal Register. The correction refers to previous entries where the same issue occurred and reminds interested parties of the names to which rates apply. For more information, the contact at the U.S. Department of Commerce is Colin Thrasher, AD/CVD Operations, Office V, Enforcement and Compliance. The office is located at 1401 Constitution Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20230. The phone number is (202) 482-3004. This correction notice follows the rules included in sections 751(a)(1) and 777(i)(1) of the Tariff Act of 1930, as amended. The notice was signed by Christopher Abbott, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Policy and Negotiations. The notice was formally issued and published on June 5, 2025. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

U.S. Commerce Department Corrects Metal Locker Antidumping Rate for China Estimated reading time: 2–3 minutes The United States Department of Commerce (Commerce) has made a correction about the cash deposit rate for metal lockers and parts from China. This update was published in the Federal Register on June 11, 2025. The mistake was found in a previous notice from April 16, 2025. That notice was about the final results for the 2022–2023 review of the antidumping duty order on certain metal lockers and parts from China. Commerce said it had listed the China-wide cash deposit rate as 322.25 percent. This was not correct. The actual existing cash deposit rate for the China-wide entity is 311.71 percent. Because of the mistake, Commerce will issue new liquidation instructions. These new instructions will have the correct China-wide rate of 311.71 percent. The correction applies to the “China-Wide Entity” section from the April 16, 2025, notice. The correct number—311.71 percent—is now the official cash deposit rate for the China-wide entity. This notice was signed on June 5, 2025, by Christopher Abbott. He is the Deputy Assistant Secretary for Policy and Negotiations at the International Trade Administration. If you have questions, you can contact Matthew Palmer at the U.S. Department of Commerce. His phone number is (202) 482-1678. This update follows rules under section 751(c) of the Tariff Act of 1930, as amended, and 19 CFR 351.221(b)(5). Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

Commerce Department Continues Antidumping and Countervailing Duties on Vertical Metal File Cabinets From China Estimated reading time: 4–6 minutes The U.S. Department of Commerce has announced the continued enforcement of antidumping duty (AD) and countervailing duty (CVD) orders on vertical metal file cabinets imported from the People’s Republic of China. This action follows determinations by both the Department of Commerce and the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC). They found that removing these orders would likely cause dumping, unfair government subsidies, and harm to American industries. Background The original antidumping and countervailing duty orders were published in the Federal Register on December 13, 2019. These orders aim to protect U.S. industries from unfair competition due to low-priced imports and government-supported exporters. In November 2024, the ITC began the first five-year (sunset) reviews. The Department of Commerce started its review soon after. The reviews followed section 751(c) of the Tariff Act of 1930. The Commerce Department determined that removing these orders would likely result in continued dumping and subsidized imports. The ITC agreed that removing the orders would likely cause injury to U.S. companies. On May 30, 2025, the ITC confirmed its decision. The Commerce Department is therefore continuing the AD and CVD orders. U.S. Customs and Border Protection will keep collecting AD and CVD deposits at the existing rates for all vertical metal file cabinets covered by these orders. Scope of the Orders These orders cover freestanding vertical metal file cabinets. The cabinets must have two or more drawers or extendable storage parts and be 25 inches wide or less. The main features include: Made of carbon, alloy steel, or other metals (painted, coated, or galvanized). Have two or more extendable elements (like drawers) sized for letter (8.5 x 11 inches) or legal (8.5 x 14 inches) hanging files. May include small storage parts (like pencil drawers) as long as these do not total more than six inches in height. May have a non-extendable storage area (like a small cubby) not higher than six inches. Are “freestanding” with a solid top—not made for attaching to desks or worktops. May have wheels, casters, or similar features. Accessories packaged with the cabinets do not remove them from the scope. Can be imported assembled or unassembled, if all essential parts are included. Exclusions from the Orders The orders explicitly do not cover: Lateral metal file cabinets (wider than 25 inches, body width is more than depth). Pedestal file cabinets (file cabinets with body depths greater than or equal to width, under 31 inches in height, and with certain features such as a central locking system, 90% drawer extension, minimum weight density of 9.5 lbs./cubic foot, and casters or glides). Fire-resistant cabinets meeting Underwriters Laboratories standard 72, class 350. The cabinets are mostly classified under Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS) subheading 9403.10.0020, but may also be imported under other related subheadings. Continued Enforcement Commerce is continuing the orders, with the effective date of continuation as May 30, 2025. Customs will keep collecting deposits as before. The next five-year review is scheduled to begin within 30 days before the fifth anniversary of the last ITC decision. Administrative Notes The notice reminds parties involved about their responsibilities concerning confidential information. Parties must dispose of or convert confidential materials, according to the rules, after the proceeding. This continuation was published as required under the Tariff Act and related regulations. Official Dated: June 5, 2025. Christopher Abbott, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Policy and Negotiations (Performing the duties of the Assistant Secretary for Enforcement and Compliance). Federal Register Doc. 2025-10576, filed on June 10, 2025. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

U.S. Announces Antidumping and Countervailing Duties on Alkyl Phosphate Esters from China Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes The U.S. Department of Commerce has issued new orders on certain alkyl phosphate esters from the People’s Republic of China. These orders enforce both antidumping (AD) and countervailing (CVD) duties. The decision comes after final positive determinations by the Department of Commerce and the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC). What’s Included in the Orders These orders apply to specific chemical products called alkyl phosphate esters. These are phosphorus-based ester chemicals. They include compounds like tris (2-chloroisopropyl) phosphate (TCPP), tris (1,3-dichloroisopropyl) phosphate (TDCP), and triethyl phosphate (TEP). The orders cover both halogenated and non-halogenated esters with a phosphorus content of at least 6.5% and a viscosity between 1 and 2000 mPa·s (at 20-25°C). The products are classified under three Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS) codes: 2919.90.5050, 2919.90.5010, and 3824.99.5000. Blends that have at least 20% alkyl phosphate esters by weight are also covered. Why These Duties Were Ordered On April 25, 2025, the Department of Commerce found that alkyl phosphate esters from China were both sold at less than fair value (antidumping) and subsidized by the Chinese government (countervailable subsidies). The ITC agreed, finding that U.S. companies were harmed by these imports. Antidumping Duty Details The antidumping duty order affects unliquidated entries of alkyl phosphate esters from China entered after December 4, 2024. U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) will now collect duties on these imports. Exporters and producers from China are assigned different rates. Producer Exporter Dumping Margin (%) Cash Deposit Rate (%) Anhui RunYue Technology Co., Ltd. Anhui RunYue Technology Co., Ltd. 254.60 167.46 Zhejiang Wansheng Co., Ltd. Zhejiang Wansheng Co., Ltd. 152.38 126.45 Xinji Hongzheng Chemical Co., Ltd. ACETO (SHANGHAI) LTD. 174.40 135.28 Several Others (see official order) Various 174.40 135.28 China-wide Entity — 269.02 243.09 The China-wide entity rate is based on adverse facts. Duration of Rules Suspension of liquidation remains in effect from the date of the ITC’s final affirmative injury determination published in the Federal Register, June 11, 2025. There is a gap between June 2, 2025 (the end of provisional measures), until the date of ITC’s determination publication, where no duties are collected. Countervailing Duty Details For countervailing duties, the order applies to entries imported after October 1, 2024. The following subsidy rates apply: Company Subsidy Rate (%) Anhui RunYue Technology Co., Ltd.; Yixing RunYue Enterprise Management Co., Ltd. 117.51 Zhejiang Wansheng Co., Ltd. 81.82 Zhejiang Wanda Tools Group Corp. 491.21* All Others 91.07 *Rate is based on adverse facts. Scope of Products The orders cover: Tris (2-chloroisopropyl) phosphate (TCPP) Tris (1,3-dichloroisopropyl) phosphate (TDCP) Triethyl phosphate (TEP) Any blends containing 20% or more of these esters by weight Products are included even if they consist of a single isomer or mixtures different from those usually sold. Process for Interested Parties The Commerce Department will establish an annual inquiry service list for this order. Interested parties must submit an entry of appearance in the Antidumping and Countervailing Duty Electronic Service System (ACCESS) within 30 days after the order’s publication to be included. Petitioners and foreign governments will be added automatically each year after their initial entry. Official Publication This action was published on June 11, 2025, in the Federal Register (Vol. 90, No. 111, pages 24579–24582). More information on such duty orders is available at: https://www.trade.gov/data-visualization/adcvd-proceedings Contacts for Further Information Dennis McClure (AD Issues): (202) 482-5973 Benjamin Nathan (CVD Issues): (202) 482-3834 Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

U.S. Commerce Department Amends Preliminary Determination on Thermoformed Molded Fiber Products from China Estimated reading time: 4–6 minutes U.S. Commerce Department Amends Preliminary Determination on Thermoformed Molded Fiber Products from China The U.S. Department of Commerce has changed its preliminary decision in the investigation of thermoformed molded fiber products from China. The Department is correcting mistakes found in its first review of whether these products are being sold in the United States at less than fair value. Background and Investigation The investigation began with a publication on May 12, 2025. Companies from China, such as Shaoneng Group Guangdong Luzhou Eco Technology Co., Ltd., Shaoneng Group Luzhou Eco (Xinfeng) Technology Co., Ltd., and Zhejiang Zhongxin Environmental Protection Technology Group Co., Ltd. said the Department made some errors. These mistakes included missing some producer names and using the wrong amount for electricity costs. Errors Corrected The Department agrees with the companies. It fixed the list of exporter-producer combinations. It also corrected the rate for the company group called Zhongxin Group, because it had used the wrong number for electricity in its calculations. Since the rate for other companies was based on Zhongxin Group’s numbers, these rates were also changed. The changes in rates were large, more than five percentage points, which is considered significant. New Cash Deposit and Dumping Margin Rates The Department has listed new rates. Here are some examples: Zhejiang Zhongxin Environmental Protection Technology Group Co., Ltd. and related companies: 136.54% estimated dumping margin, 136.27% cash deposit rate. Many other exporter-producer combinations: 110.30% estimated dumping margin, 110.16% cash deposit rate. China-wide Entity: 477.97% rate (based on facts available with adverse inferences). These rates show by how much products from China are considered by the Department to be sold below fair value in the U.S. Retroactive Changes The new cash deposit rates will be used starting from May 12, 2025. This is the same date as the first publication of the preliminary decision. This means that money collected for imports after this date will use the new rates. Notification The Department will tell the U.S. International Trade Commission about these changes. All parties interested will be notified. Scope of the Investigation The investigation covers all thermoformed molded fiber products from China. These goods are made from cellulose fibers, shaped and dried in heated molds. Items include plates, bowls, trays, food containers, and packaging. They may have different sizes, shapes, and finishes. They are usually dense and have smooth surfaces. They can be made from any fiber source, may be printed, colored, or include different chemicals for function. Some products are not included in this investigation, such as: Products already covered by other orders on paper plates from China, Thailand, and Vietnam. Products imported as packaging around other final goods, like molded fiber around mobile phones. Products processed in a third country are still included if they match the description. The main customs codes used are 4823.70.0020 and 4823.70.0040 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS), but other codes may also apply. Conclusion These changes affect the rates and cash deposits for all the companies involved in importing thermoformed molded fiber products from China. The Department has corrected the mistakes and updated the rules moving forward. This update is required by law and was dated June 5, 2025. Source: Federal Register, Volume 90, Number 111, June 11, 2025 Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

U.S. Finalizes Antidumping Duties on Corrosion Inhibitors from China for 2023-2024 Estimated reading time: 5–7 minutes The U.S. Department of Commerce has announced the final results of its administrative review regarding antidumping duties on certain corrosion inhibitors from China for the period of March 1, 2023, to February 29, 2024. Background The review was first published on January 2, 2025. It covers two main producers and exporters: Anhui Trust Chem Co., Ltd. (ATC), including Jiangsu Trust Chem Co., Ltd. and Nanjing Trust Chem Co., Ltd., treated as a single entity, and Nantong Botao Chemical Co., Ltd. (Botao). The review also included Gold Chemical Limited, a separate rate applicant. The review period was delayed by 90 days, making July 8, 2025, the deadline for the final results. Companies and Results Commerce determined that the following estimated weighted-average dumping margins apply for entries during the review period: Exporter Weighted-Average Dumping Margin (percent) Anhui Trust Chem Co., Ltd.; Jiangsu Trust Chem Co., Ltd.; Nanjing Trust Chem Co., Ltd. (treated jointly as ATC) 128.88 Nantong Botao Chemical Co., Ltd. 128.54 Gold Chemical Limited (separate rate applicant) 128.76 China-Wide Entity The China-wide entity was not under review since no parties requested a review and Commerce did not self-initiate. The rate for the China-wide entity remains 241.02 percent. Changes and Analysis Commerce considered comments from interested parties and made changes to the final results, explained in the detailed Issues and Decision Memorandum, available via the Antidumping and Countervailing Duty Centralized Electronic Service System (ACCESS) at https://access.trade.gov. Assessment Rates U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) will assess antidumping duties on all relevant entries. Instructions for assessments will be issued no earlier than 35 days after this notice is published. If a timely summons is filed with the U.S. Court of International Trade, instructions may be delayed for up to 90 days. Where companies did not report the entered value, CBP will use a per-unit duty assessment rate. If an importer’s rate is less than 0.5 percent, their entries will not be subject to duties. Sales not reported by ATC or Botao will be assessed at the China-wide rate. Non-selected separate rate applicants will be assessed the average of the rates for ATC and Botao. Cash Deposit Requirements New cash deposit rates take effect for shipments entered, or withdrawn for consumption, after the publication date: Reviewed companies receive the rates shown above. Companies with previously established separate rates keep their last rate. All Chinese exporters without a separate rate receive the China-wide rate of 241.02 percent. Non-Chinese exporters without their own rate receive the rate of the Chinese supplier. These requirements remain until further notice. Reminders for Importers Importers must file certificates regarding reimbursement of antidumping and/or countervailing duties. Failure to comply may result in double duties or duties increased by the amount of countervailing duties. Administrative Protective Order Parties under an administrative protective order must return or destroy proprietary information according to U.S. regulations. Failure to comply is a violation. Official Notification This notice is issued under U.S. law sections 751(a)(1) and 777(i)(1), and specific regulations. For more details, the public may access the full Issues and Decision Memorandum, which includes discussion on surrogate financial ratios, surrogate values for sodium nitrite and labor rates, and customs liquidation instructions. Dated: May 29, 2025 Christopher Abbott, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Policy and Negotiations, Enforcement and Compliance. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

U.S. Finds Vanillin From China Is Sold Below Fair Value Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes The U.S. Department of Commerce has announced a final decision about vanillin from China. The Department found that vanillin from China is being, or is likely to be, sold in the United States at less than fair value. Investigation Period The period of investigation was from October 1, 2023, to March 31, 2024. Key Details This decision follows a preliminary decision published on January 16, 2025. The final decision includes findings after verifying the sales and production records from Jiangxi Brother Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. Standard verification methods were used. These included checking business and accounting records and other original documents provided by Jiangxi Brother. Scope of the Case Vanillin covered by this case includes: Natural vanillin Synthetic vanillin Bio-sourced synthetic vanillin (biovanillin) Ethylvanillin It includes all forms, regardless of purity, particle size, or physical form. The covered vanillin falls under U.S. tariff codes 2912.41.0000 and 2912.42.0000. The relevant Chemical Abstracts Service (CAS) numbers are 121-33-5 and 121-32-4. Final Rates Set The Department assigned the following final dumping rates for vanillin from China, for the period investigated: Exporter Producer Dumping Margin (%) Cash Deposit Rate (%) Jiangxi Brother Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. Jiangxi Brother Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. 190.20 190.15 Chongqing Thrive Fine Chemicals Co., Ltd. Chongqing Thrive Fine Chemicals Co., Ltd. 190.20 190.15 HongKong Wictive Merchants Co., Ltd. Kunshan Asia Aroma Corp., Ltd. 190.20 190.15 Kunshan Asia Aroma Corp., Ltd. Kunshan Asia Aroma Corp., Ltd. 190.20 190.15 Mianyang Sunshine Bio-Tech Co., Ltd. Mianyang Sunshine Bio-Tech Co., Ltd. 190.20 190.15 Shanghai Fuxin Fine Chemical Co., Ltd. Jiaxing Zhonghua Chemical Co., Ltd. 190.20 190.15 Shenzhen Siyomicro Bio-Tech Co., Ltd. Shenzhen Siyomicro Bio-Tech Co., Ltd. 190.20 190.15 Wuxi Lotus Essence Co., Ltd. Jiaxing Zhonghua Chemical Co., Ltd. 190.20 190.15 Xiamen Bestally Biotechnology Co., Ltd. Xiamen Oamic Biotech Co., Ltd. 190.20 190.15 China-Wide Entity — 379.87* 379.82* * The China-Wide Entity rate is based on facts available and uses adverse inferences. Separate Rates and Combination Rates The Department evaluated requests for separate rates and combination rates. No changes were made since the preliminary determination regarding separate rate status. Combination rates were calculated for companies eligible for separate rates, following Department Policy Bulletin 05.1. Suspension of Liquidation U.S. Customs and Border Protection will continue to suspend the liquidation for all covered entries of vanillin from China that were entered or withdrawn for consumption on or after January 16, 2025. These instructions will stay in effect until further notice. Cash deposits are required at the rates listed above for each producer/exporter combination. For other Chinese producers/exporters not listed, the rate for the China-Wide Entity will apply. For third-country exporters not listed, the rate for the supplier, or, if needed, the China-Wide rate applies. Adjustment for Export Subsidies The Department will adjust the final duty rates by export subsidy rates as needed. If both dumping and subsidy findings are confirmed, the deposit rate will be lowered by the export subsidy amount. Next Steps The Department has sent its decision to the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC). The ITC must decide if the domestic U.S. industry has been injured by vanillin imports from China. The ITC has 45 days to make this decision. If the ITC finds no injury or threat, the investigation ends and cash deposits will be returned. If the ITC finds injury, the Department will issue an antidumping order and duties will be collected. This notice was published on June 6, 2025. Legal Reference The notice was signed by Christopher Abbott, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Policy and Negotiations, performing the non-exclusive functions and duties of the Assistant Secretary for Enforcement and Compliance. Citations and Reference Information The full legal title is “Vanillin From the People’s Republic of China: Final Affirmative Determination of Sales at Less Than Fair Value.” Federal Register Volume 90, Number 108 (Friday, June 6, 2025), pages 24093-24095. For more details, see the Issues and Decision Memorandum linked at here. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

U.S. Commerce Department Finds Countervailable Subsidies for Vanillin from China Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes The U.S. Department of Commerce has made a final affirmative determination in its investigation of vanillin from the People’s Republic of China. This means that the Department found producers and exporters in China received unfair financial help, called countervailable subsidies. Investigation Details The investigation focused on one company, Jiaxing Guihua Imp. & Exp. Co., Ltd. (Guihua). The period of investigation was from January 1, 2023 through December 31, 2023. The Department used their normal procedures to check information given by Guihua and used official documents during the process. Scope of the Investigation The products in this investigation include all types of vanillin from China. This covers natural vanillin, synthetic vanillin, bio-sourced vanillin (biovanillin), and ethylvanillin. These are chemical compounds used as flavorings. Vanillin under this investigation has Chemical Abstracts Service (CAS) numbers 121-33-5 or 121-32-4. It must fall under U.S. tariff codes 2912.41.0000 and 2912.42.0000, regardless of its purity, particle size, or physical form. No changes were made to the scope after the preliminary findings. Subsidy Programs and Methodology Commerce examined many programs to see if they gave a financial advantage to Chinese companies. If a program had a financial contribution by the government, gave a benefit, and was specific, it was seen as a subsidy. Changes were made since the preliminary determination, especially in how Commerce calculated the costs for caustic soda, sulfuric acid, and hydrogen peroxide. The details about these changes and the full list of issues discussed are included in the official Issues and Decision Memorandum. Final Subsidy Rates The Department found that Jiaxing Guihua Imp. & Exp. Co., Ltd. benefited from subsidies at a rate of 42.10 percent ad valorem. All other producers and exporters of vanillin in China received the same rate of 42.10 percent. Suspension of Liquidation Customs and Border Protection was directed to collect cash deposits and suspend liquidation (final processing) of imported vanillin from China entered into the United States from November 18, 2024, to March 17, 2025. Entries on or after March 18, 2025, were not suspended, but suspension would start again if the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) issues a final positive injury decision. If the ITC finds injury to the U.S. vanillin industry, Commerce will order permanent suspension and collect countervailing duties based on the rates listed. If the ITC says there is no injury, all collected deposits will be refunded or cancelled. Next Steps The ITC has up to 45 days to decide if the U.S. vanillin industry is injured by these imports. If injury is found, final duties will be collected. If not, the investigation ends and deposits are refunded. For more information and full legal details, the Issues and Decision Memorandum is available online via the Department of Commerce’s website. Summary The U.S. government has officially found that Chinese vanillin producers, especially Jiaxing Guihua Imp. & Exp. Co., Ltd., benefited from unfair subsidies in 2023. A final duty rate of 42.10 percent has been set for all Chinese exporters of vanillin if the ITC confirms injury to U.S. industry. The process now awaits the ITC’s injury decision. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

U.S. Keeps Antidumping Duties on Brown Aluminum Oxide From China Estimated reading time: 1–3 minutes On June 4, 2025, the U.S. Department of Commerce published its final results for the fourth “sunset review” of antidumping duties on refined brown aluminum oxide from China. Commerce decided that canceling (revoking) the duties would likely lead to more dumping of this material at very high rates. The review looked at refined brown aluminum oxide, which is also called brown fused alumina or artificial corundum. This product comes from China. The antidumping duty order has been in place since November 19, 2003. The review is required every five years under U.S. law (section 751(c) of the Tariff Act of 1930). Domestic companies in the U.S. took part in this review. They included Great Lakes Minerals, LLC, Imerys Niagara Falls, Inc., U.S. Electrofused Minerals, Inc., and Washington Mills. These companies said they wanted to keep the duties in place. The Department of Commerce did not get any participation from companies in China. After looking at all information, Commerce found that if the order were removed, dumping by Chinese companies would likely start again or get worse. The likely dumping rate would be as high as 135.18 percent. Commerce’s final decision is detailed in a public “Issues and Decision Memorandum.” This document is available at the Enforcement and Compliance’s Antidumping and Countervailing Duty Centralized Electronic Service System (ACCESS) online at https://access.trade.gov. This notice also tells all involved parties to follow the rules for handling confidential information. If they had access to protected information during the review, they must return or destroy it according to the instructions. Commerce’s decision was signed by Christopher Abbott, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Policy and Negotiations. The results of this review were made official on June 4, 2025, and keep the existing antidumping duties in place. Legal Disclaimer This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

U.S. Makes Preliminary Decision on Ceramic Abrasive Grains From China Estimated reading time: 7 minutes U.S. Makes Preliminary Decision on Ceramic Abrasive Grains From China The U.S. Department of Commerce has made a preliminary decision. It says sol gel alumina-based ceramic abrasive grains from China are being sold in the U.S. at less than fair value. The decision was announced on June 2, 2025. The investigation covers sales from April 1, 2024, to September 30, 2024. Background of the Case The Department started the investigation in January 2025. It noted a possible error in the scope and fixed it with a correction. The Commerce team studied all facts and evidence. The investigation followed the procedures in the Tariff Act of 1930. Scope of the Investigation The investigation covers sol gel alumina-based ceramic abrasive grains. These grains are made mostly of aluminum oxide (at least 94%). They can include titanium dioxide, magnesium oxide, and other compounds. Grain sizes range from 0.85 mm to 0.0395 mm. The grains can be different shapes, such as sharp, round, triangular, or blocky. They have special crystal structures. These give the grains high hardness (16-22 gigapascals by the Vickers Diamond Indent Method) and a high melting point (2050°C). The grains can look blue, white, or off-white. These abrasive grains are included in the investigation even if they are put into other products. This includes grinding wheels and abrasive papers. Only the grains are included, not the whole product. The grains are usually traded under specific tariff codes, but the written description is the deciding factor. Comments on the Scope The Department allowed comments on the product coverage. A company, Weiler Corporation, gave comments, but the Department did not change the scope at this point. Investigation Results The Department used certain rules because no respondent qualified for a separate rate. The China-wide entity received a preliminary weighted-average dumping margin of 88.32 percent. The cash deposit rate, after adjusting for subsidy offsets, is set at 72.22 percent. Suspension of Liquidation The Department will direct U.S. Customs and Border Protection to suspend entries of the goods. This starts from the date notice is published in the Federal Register. Importers must pay a cash deposit, based on the margin above. If measures in a related countervailing duty investigation end, the deposits may change. These instructions will stay until further notice. No Calculations to Disclose No calculations will be shown to the public because the Department used facts available and adverse inferences. There are no specific calculations to share. No Verification The Department will not run further checks. This is because the main respondents did not give the needed data and were found uncooperative. Next Steps and Public Comment Anyone interested can submit briefs or written comments. These must be sent within 30 days after this notice. Rebuttal briefs are due five days after case briefs. All briefs must include a table of contents and a table of authorities. People may also request a hearing. Requests need to be filed within 30 days, and must contain contact details and a list of topics. Final Determination and Commission Notification The Department will make a final decision within 75 days after this preliminary notice. The U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) will use this decision to check if there is harm to the U.S. industry. If the final result is affirmative, the ITC will decide if the imports injure or threaten U.S. producers. Official Contact For questions, contact Thomas Cloyd at the U.S. Department of Commerce, (202) 482-1246. Reference This notice is signed by Christopher Abbott, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Policy and Negotiations. The official text is published in the Federal Register, Volume 90, Number 104, on June 2, 2025. Legal Disclaimer This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

U.S. Starts Five-Year Trade Reviews for Certain Chinese Products Estimated reading time: 5–10 minutes Details of the Review This review covers certain goods from China. Both antidumping and countervailing duty orders are included. The U.S. International Trade Commission is doing its own review at the same time. The reviews started on June 2, 2025. Products Under Review Calcium Hypochlorite (A-570-008 and C-570-009) – second review Collated Steel Staples (A-570-112 and C-570-113) – first review Electrolytic Manganese Dioxide (A-570-919) – third review Lightweight Thermal Paper (A-570-920 and C-570-921) – third review Contact people for these reviews at the Commerce Department are Thomas Martin, (202) 482-3936, and Mary Kolberg, (202) 482-1785. How the Review Works The Commerce Department will follow its published rules on how to do Sunset Reviews. These rules are found in Federal Register notices from March 20, 1998; October 28, 2005; and February 14, 2012. Information for the Public People can find details about the review process on the Commerce Department website at https://enforcement.trade.gov/sunset/. All documents must follow specific formatting, translation, and electronic filing rules. These are in 19 CFR 351.303. Parties must certify that the information they give is correct and complete. The format for these certifications is in 19 CFR 351.303(g). Commerce will reject information if these rules are not followed. Participation Steps Anyone wanting to take part must file a letter of appearance as per 19 CFR 351.103(d). To get on the public list early, interested parties should submit their entry of appearance within 10 days of this notice. The Commerce Department still has some special rules about serving documents that have private business information because of COVID-19. These were announced on July 10, 2020. What Interested Parties Must Do Domestic interested parties must file a notice of intent to participate within 15 days of the June 2, 2025 notice. What needs to be in the notice is in 19 CFR 351.218(d)(1)(ii). If no domestic party files in time, the order will be revoked automatically, as per 19 CFR 351.218(d)(1)(iii). If there is a valid notice, all parties must file a full substantive response within 30 days after June 2, 2025. The requirements for these responses are in 19 CFR 351.218(d)(3). There are different information requirements for domestic parties and respondents. Commerce’s rules are separate from the ITC’s rules. Terms are defined in 19 CFR part 351. Commerce amended service of documents in 19 CFR 351.303(f). Electronic documents must be fully received by 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time on due dates. Executive Summaries Required Parties filing comments are asked to provide an executive summary for each issue at the beginning of their comments. Public executive summaries should be no longer than 450 words per issue, not counting citations. These summaries will be used in the final decision document that will be published. Proper citations must be included in footnotes in the summaries. Key Dates Notice Published: June 2, 2025 Notice of Intent to Participate deadline: 15 days from June 2, 2025 Substantive Response deadline: 30 days from June 2, 2025 This public notice was signed by Scot Fullerton, Acting Deputy Assistant Secretary for Antidumping and Countervailing Duty Operations, on May 16, 2025. The notice was officially published as document FR Doc. 2025-09939. Contact Information Commerce Department: AD/CVD Operations, Enforcement and Compliance, 1401 Constitution Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20230. ITC Contact: Mary Messer, Office of Investigations, U.S. International Trade Commission, (202) 205-3193. Legal Disclaimer This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.