Final Dumping Ruling Issued on Float Glass Products from China Estimated reading time: 5–7 minutes The U.S. Department of Commerce has reached a final determination in its investigation of float glass products from the People’s Republic of China. The final ruling finds these products are being, or are likely to be, sold in the U.S. at less than fair value (LTFV). The investigation covers the period from April 1, 2024, through September 30, 2024. The determination was issued by the International Trade Administration within the Department of Commerce. It is published in the Federal Register on February 9, 2026. Commerce began its investigation following a preliminary determination on July 15, 2025. After delays caused by a government shutdown in late 2025, the final deadline was extended to February 3, 2026. Commerce applied adverse facts available (AFA) for the China-wide entity due to failure to cooperate. No verifications were conducted due to this non-cooperation. Commerce invited parties to comment on the preliminary findings. Comments and rebuttals were reviewed and changes were made for the final determination. Scope of Product The products under investigation are float glass items. This includes soda-lime-silica glass made by floating molten glass over a bed of tin or another metal, cooled, and cut to size. These products are at least 2.0 mm thick and measure at least 0.37 square meters in surface area. Float glass may be clear, stained, tinted, or coated. It may be further treated or finished. Glass used in tub and shower enclosures is included, but only if it is made of tempered float glass. Some examples of covered products include: Laminated float glass (bonded with polymer layers) Insulating glass units (IGUs) LED mirrors made from float glass Excluded from the scope are items like: Wired glass Patterned flat glass that meets Type II specifications Safety glazing glass for vehicles Vacuum insulating glass (VIG) units Heat-treated glass used for washing machine lids under a certain size Further exclusions apply to: Coated or solar float glass under certain criteria Framed mirrors without LEDs Certain aluminum extrusion products already subject to existing trade orders Changes in Scope In the final determination, Commerce modified the list of Harmonized Tariff Schedule codes. Additional HTSUS subheadings were added to the scope. Appendix I of the ruling lists these detailed product and tariff code descriptions. Dumping Margins Commerce has assigned a 151.29 percent estimated weighted-average dumping margin to 24 China-based producer/exporter combinations that were eligible for separate rates. An example of these entities includes: Benxi Fuyao Float Glass Co., Ltd. Shandong Jinjing Science and Technology Stock Co., Ltd. Boshan Branch Xinyi Group (Glass) Co., Ltd., with either Xinyi Glass (Tianjin) or Xinyi Glass (Wuhu) as producer The final duty cash deposit rate for these parties is 151.27 percent. This figure is adjusted for a minimal export subsidy rate established in a separate countervailing duty case. The China-wide entity received a higher dumping rate of 181.54 percent, with a cash deposit rate of 181.52 percent, also adjusted for subsidy offsets. Combination Rates Commerce continued its use of combination rates, consistent with prior public policy. These rates apply to specific producer/exporter pairs. Separate rate applicants had to demonstrate they were independent from China-wide control. Suspension of Liquidation Commerce instructed U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to suspend liquidation of applicable imports. The suspension began on July 15, 2025. CBP was later instructed to lift that suspension for entries on or after January 11, 2026. If the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) confirms injury to the domestic industry, suspension of liquidation will resume and final duties will be collected. If the ITC finds no injury, the case will close. All paid deposits will be returned and no duties will be applied. Next Steps The ITC must now determine whether the U.S. glass industry has been injured by the dumped imports. This decision is due within 45 days of the Commerce decision. If injury is found, Commerce will officially issue an antidumping duty order. Customs will continue to collect duties on in-scope shipments accordingly. Administrative Measures Commerce reminded all parties to follow rules regarding proprietary information under administrative protective order (APO). All such data must be returned or destroyed as required. This notice was issued and signed on February 3, 2026, by Christopher Abbott, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Policy and Negotiations. Relevant details and documentation, including the Issues and Decision Memorandum and scope definitions, are posted on the Commerce Department’s 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.
Float Glass Products From the People’s Republic of China: Final Affirmative Countervailing Duty Determination
U.S. Finds China Gave Illegal Subsidies on Float Glass Products Estimated reading time: 5–8 minutes On February 9, 2026, the U.S. Department of Commerce announced its final ruling in a high-profile trade case. After investigation, the department found that the government of China gave unfair subsidies to Chinese makers and sellers of float glass products. These subsidies give Chinese companies an unfair edge when selling goods into the U.S. market. The review covered the time from January 1, 2023, through December 31, 2023. The Department of Commerce worked under the law called the Tariff Act of 1930. This law allows the U.S. to place extra duties on products if it finds other countries use subsidies to help exports unfairly. Commerce looked into claims and reviewed many subsidy programs. These programs included low-cost government loans, land-use programs, and tax benefits believed to help companies in China. One major company investigated was Xinyi Group (Glass) Company Limited, also called Xinyi HK. It reported using some of the subsidy programs being reviewed. Xinyi HK also had 13 related companies that Commerce found to be “cross-owned.” This means those companies share control or profit with Xinyi HK. These companies are: 1. Xinyi Special Glass (Jiangmen) Company Limited 2. Xinyi Glass (Chongqing) Company Limited 3. Xinyi Glass Guangxi Company Limited 4. Xinyi Ultrathin Glass (Dongguan) Co., Ltd 5. Xinyi Electronic Glass (Wuhu) Co., Ltd. 6. Xinyi Glass (Hainan) Co., Ltd. 7. Xinyi Glass (Yingkou) Co., Ltd. 8. Xinyi Energy Smart (Sichuan) Co., Ltd 9. Xinyi Glass (Wuhu) Company Limited 10. Xinyi Glass (Tianjin) Co., Ltd. 11. Xinyi Glass (Jiangsu) Co., Ltd. 12. Xinyi Glass Engineering (Dongguan) Co., Ltd. 13. Xinyi Glass (Bozhou) Co., Ltd. The Department held meetings with Xinyi HK to check its records. It reviewed accounting and source records in June 2025. The findings were verified in a memorandum dated September 17, 2025. The Department found that the subsidy rate for Xinyi HK is 19.75%. Another company, Shandong Jinjing Science and Technology Stock Co., Ltd., did not fully give requested data. So Commerce used adverse facts available, or AFA. Based on this, the Department calculated a subsidy rate for Shandong Jinjing of 113.34%. Two other companies also got the same AFA rate of 113.34%: Hubei Sanxia New Building Materials Co., Ltd. Shanghai Yaohua Pilkington Glass Group Co., Ltd. (SYP). For all other companies, the rate is 19.75%. This is the same as the rate for Xinyi HK, the only company to fully cooperate. The Department also looked at the scope of the products. The final scope includes products such as: Float glass made by floating molten glass over a tin bath Glass that is at least 2.0 mm thick and at least 0.37 square meters in surface Coated float glass, stained or tinted glass Laminated glass units Some LED mirrors Glass shower doors Some goods are excluded, such as: Wired glass Patterned glass meeting ASTM-C1036 Type II Products already covered by other U.S. trade duty orders The Department collected public comments on which products should be included. It made slight changes to the product list in the final decision. Commerce also faced delays in the timetable. A government shutdown in late 2025 caused a 68-day delay in this case. With this announcement, the case now moves to the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC). The ITC has 45 days to decide whether these unfair imports hurt U.S. companies. If the ITC agrees that harm occurred, Commerce will issue a formal duty order. Then U.S. Customs will restart collecting extra fees on incoming float glass products from China. However, if the ITC finds no harm or no threat, the case will be dropped. Any money collected at the border so far will be returned. Commerce noted that all public and private information collected during the case is now available through its online portal, ACCESS. The announcement serves as a reminder to all parties that sensitive data shared during the case must now be returned or destroyed. Users under an Administrative Protective Order (APO) must follow legal rules to handle this information properly. This decision was signed by Christopher Abbott, the Deputy Assistant Secretary for Policy and Negotiations, on February 3, 2026. 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.
Silicon Metal From Australia: Preliminary Affirmative Determination of Sales at Less Than Fair Value, Postponement of Final Determination, and Extension of Provisional Measures
U.S. Issues Preliminary Antidumping Ruling on Silicon Metal From Australia Estimated reading time: 4–6 minutes Date: 2026-02-09 The U.S. Department of Commerce has made a preliminary decision in an antidumping investigation involving silicon metal from Australia. Commerce found that silicon metal from Australia is being sold in the U.S. at less than fair value. The agency’s findings are based on the period of investigation from April 1, 2024, to March 31, 2025. This decision was made under section 733(b) of the Tariff Act of 1930. The preliminary decision was delayed several times. Delays were due to a government shutdown, filing system backlogs, and office closures from bad weather. The new preliminary determination date became January 28, 2026. Commerce examined one company: Simcoa Operations Pty Ltd. Simcoa was the only exporter and producer investigated individually. The estimated weighted-average dumping margin for Simcoa was found to be 6.28%. Because no zero or de minimis margin was found, this same margin—6.28%—will apply to all other Australian exporters and producers. The subject product includes all forms and sizes of silicon metal, including powder. It must contain at least 85% but less than 99.99% silicon by weight. It must also contain less than 4% iron by weight. Semiconductor-grade silicon, with at least 99.99% silicon, is excluded. The affected merchandise is classified under HTSUS subheadings 2804.69.1000 and 2804.69.5000. Although HTSUS headings are listed, the written product description controls. Commerce used export price data under section 772(a) and constructed export prices under section 772(b) of the Tariff Act. Normal value was calculated under section 773. Commerce also used partial facts available under section 776(a)(1). No parties commented on the product scope after the initiation of the investigation. Thus, the scope remains unchanged from the original notice. Suspension of liquidation is now in effect. U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) will suspend liquidation of affected imports entered on or after the publication date. CBP will also collect cash deposits equal to the dumping margins. There will be no offset to cash deposit rates for countervailing duty provisions, as Commerce found no countervailable export subsidies in the related investigation. Commerce will release the calculations used in this determination within five days of publication. Verification of company information will occur under section 782(i)(1) of the Act. Parties may submit case briefs after the last verification report is released. Rebuttal briefs will be due five days after case briefs. All briefs must include a table of contents and a table of authorities. Commerce is requesting that parties include an executive summary for each issue of no more than 450 words. If a hearing is requested, it must be submitted within 30 days of this notice. Commerce will announce the time and date of any hearing. Simcoa and the petitioners, Ferroglobe USA, Inc. and Mississippi Silicon LLC, requested a postponement of the final determination. Commerce accepted the request to extend the final finding date and provisional measures from four months to a maximum of six months. The final determination will be issued no later than 135 days after this notice. If the final determination is affirmative, the International Trade Commission will review whether U.S. industry is being harmed. This action follows U.S. laws set forth in the Tariff Act of 1930 and related regulations. This notice was signed on January 28, 2026, by Deputy Assistant Secretary Christopher Abbott, on behalf of the Enforcement and Compliance division at the 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.
Silicon Metal From Norway: Preliminary Affirmative Determination of Sales at Less Than Fair Value, Postponement of Final Determination, and Extension of Provisional Measures
U.S. Finds Silicon Metal from Norway Sold Below Fair Value Estimated reading time: 5–6 minutes On February 9, 2026, the U.S. Department of Commerce announced its preliminary determination in the antidumping duty investigation of silicon metal from Norway. Commerce determined that silicon metal from Norway is being sold in the United States at less than fair value. Period of Investigation The period of investigation (POI) is from April 1, 2024, through March 31, 2025. Initial Investigation Commerce began its investigation on May 21, 2025. On September 12, 2025, the preliminary determination was postponed to November 20, 2025. Due to a federal government shutdown, deadlines were extended twice: once by 47 days on November 14, 2025, and again by 21 days on November 24, 2025. Bad weather closed Commerce offices, delaying the final filing to January 28, 2026. Scope of the Investigation The investigation covers silicon metal from Norway. This includes all forms and sizes of silicon metal with: At least 85.00% but less than 99.99% silicon by weight Less than 4.00% iron by weight Silicon with at least 99.99% silicon—semiconductor grade silicon—is not included. The silicon metal is classified under Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS) subheadings 2804.69.1000 and 2804.69.5000. Methodology Commerce calculated export prices using section 772(a) of the Tariff Act and constructed export prices using section 772(b). Normal value was determined in line with section 773. All-Others Rate Since Elkem ASA was the only company examined, and its margin is not zero, de minimis, or based entirely on facts otherwise available, its margin was used for all other producers and exporters. Preliminary Dumping Margins Elkem ASA: 3.94% All Others: 3.94% Suspension of Liquidation Commerce will direct U.S. Customs and Border Protection to suspend liquidation of all entries of silicon metal from Norway made on or after February 9, 2026. Importers must now make a cash deposit equal to the preliminary dumping margin. No Offset for Export Subsidies Commerce found no export subsidies in the related countervailing duty (CVD) case. As a result, no offsets were made to the dumping margin. Disclosure and Verification Commerce will reveal its calculations within five days of this notice. Commerce also plans to verify all relevant information used in the determination. Public Comment Interested parties can submit written briefs after verification reports are issued. Rebuttal briefs are due five days after the case briefs. Each issue in the briefs must include an executive summary. A public hearing may be held if requested within 30 days of this notice. Postponement of Final Determination Elkem ASA and the petitioners requested a postponement of the final determination and an extension of provisional measures. Commerce agreed to delay the final determination. It will now be made within 135 days of February 9, 2026. ITC Notification Commerce will send this determination to the U.S. International Trade Commission. If the final decision is also affirmative, the ITC will determine if U.S. industry is harmed by imports from Norway. Official Details This notice was signed on January 28, 2026, by Christopher Abbott, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Policy and Negotiations. Appendix I – Scope The investigation covers all forms and sizes of silicon metal except semiconductor grade. The metal must contain: At least 85.00% but less than 99.99% silicon Less than 4.00% iron HTSUS classifications include 2804.69.1000 and 2804.69.5000. Appendix II – Topics in the Preliminary Memorandum I. Summary II. Background III. POI IV. Methodology V. Currency Conversion VI. Recommendation Federal Register Document Number: 2026-02500 Federal Register Volume: 91, Number 26 Pages: 5706–5708 Date: 2026-02-09 Agency: International Trade Administration, U.S. Department of Commerce Contact: Brittany Bauer at (202) 482-3860 This decision remains in effect until Commerce issues its final determination. 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, International Trade Administration Briefing 2026-02-09
Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Briefing 2026-02-09 Estimated reading time: 5 minutes 1. Silicon Metal From Norway: Preliminary Affirmative Determination of Sales at Less Than Fair Value, Postponement of Final Determination, and Extension of Provisional Measures Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/09/2026-02500/silicon-metal-from-norway-preliminary-affirmative-determination-of-sales-at-less-than-fair-value Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) preliminarily determines that silicon metal from Norway is being, or is likely to be, sold in the United States at less than fair value (LTFV). The period of investigation (POI) is April 1, 2024, through March 31, 2025. Interested parties are invited to comment on this preliminary determination. 2. Silicon Metal From Australia: Preliminary Affirmative Determination of Sales at Less Than Fair Value, Postponement of Final Determination, and Extension of Provisional Measures Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/09/2026-02499/silicon-metal-from-australia-preliminary-affirmative-determination-of-sales-at-less-than-fair-value Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) preliminarily determines that silicon metal from Australia is being, or is likely to be, sold in the United States at less than fair value (LTFV). The period of investigation (POI) is April 1, 2024, through March 31, 2025. Interested parties are invited to comment on this preliminary determination. 3. Float Glass Products From the People’s Republic of China: Final Affirmative Countervailing Duty Determination Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/09/2026-02493/float-glass-products-from-the-peoples-republic-of-china-final-affirmative-countervailing-duty Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) determines that countervailable subsidies are being provided to producers and exporters of float glass products (float glass) from the People’s Republic of China (China). The period of investigation is January 1, 2023, through December 31, 2023. 4. Float Glass Products From the People’s Republic of China: Final Affirmative Determination of Sales at Less Than Fair Value Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/09/2026-02492/float-glass-products-from-the-peoples-republic-of-china-final-affirmative-determination-of-sales-at Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) determines that float glass products (float glass) from the People’s Republic of China (China) are being, or are likely to be, sold in the United States at less than fair value (LTFV). The period of investigation is April 1, 2024, through September 30, 2024. 5. Float Glass Products From Malaysia: Final Affirmative Countervailing Duty Determination Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/09/2026-02491/float-glass-products-from-malaysia-final-affirmative-countervailing-duty-determination Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) determines that countervailable subsidies are being provided to producers and exporters of float glass products (float glass) from Malaysia. The period of investigation is January 1, 2023, through December 31, 2023. 6. Float Glass Products From Malaysia: Final Affirmative Determination of Sales at Less Than Fair Value and Final Affirmative Determination of Critical Circumstances, in Part Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/09/2026-02490/float-glass-products-from-malaysia-final-affirmative-determination-of-sales-at-less-than-fair-value Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) determines that float glass products from Malaysia are being, or are likely to be, sold in the United States at less than fair value (LTFV). The period of investigation is October 1, 2023, through September 30, 2024. 7. Certain Frozen Warmwater Shrimp From India: Final Results of Antidumping Duty Administrative Review; 2023-2024 Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/09/2026-02486/certain-frozen-warmwater-shrimp-from-india-final-results-of-antidumping-duty-administrative-review Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) determines that producers/exporters subject to this administrative review made sales of subject merchandise at less than normal value during the period of review (POR), February 1, 2023, through January 31, 2024. 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.
US Highlights 2026-02-06
US–China Trade Daily Highlights | 2026-02-06 1) Executive Summary Five U.S. trade remedy developments were published today, including actions by the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) and the Department of Commerce (DOC). The events involve antidumping (AD) and countervailing duty (CVD) proceedings under the Tariff Act of 1930. Two involve Chinese-origin products. Key instruments covered are AD/CVD final phase investigations, continuations of orders following sunset reviews, and amended determinations. 2) Updates by Authority INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION (U.S. ITC) Fiberglass Door Panels — AD/CVD (Final Phase Investigation) The ITC has scheduled the final phase of investigations Nos. 701-TA-758 and 731-TA-1739 (Final) concerning fiberglass door panels from China. The proceeding will determine whether U.S. industry is materially injured or threatened due to imports found by the Department of Commerce to be subsidized and sold at less than fair value. A public hearing is set for June 9, 2026, with prehearing briefs due June 1 and posthearing briefs due June 16, 2026. – Authority: International Trade Commission – Policy Type: AD/CVD – Event Type: Final Phase Investigation Scheduling – China Indicator: Explicit – Key Identifiers: Investigation Nos. 701-TA-758; 731-TA-1739 – Key Dates: January 22, 2026 (scheduling); June 9, 2026 (hearing) – Source: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/fiberglass-door-panels-from-china-scheduling-of-the-final-phase-of-countervailing-duty-and-antidumping-duty-investigations/ DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE (International Trade Administration) Collated Steel Staples from China — AD/CVD (Continuation of Orders) Commerce announced continuation of the antidumping duty and countervailing duty orders on collated steel staples from the People’s Republic of China. The decision follows ITC’s determination that revocation would likely lead to recurrence of dumping, subsidization, and injury to U.S. industry. U.S. Customs and Border Protection will continue to collect duties at current rates. – Authority: Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration – Policy Type: AD/CVD – Event Type: Continuation of Orders (Sunset Review) – China Indicator: Explicit – Key Identifiers: A-570-112; C-570-113 – Key Dates: ITC final determination January 30, 2026; continuation effective January 30, 2026 – Source: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/collated-steel-staples-from-the-peoples-republic-of-china-continuation-of-antidumping-duty-order-and-countervailing-duty-order/ Monomers and Oligomers from Korea — AD (Amended Preliminary Determination) Commerce amended its preliminary affirmative less-than-fair-value determination in the case involving monomers and oligomers from the Republic of Korea to correct significant ministerial errors. The amended dumping margins are 25.07 percent for Miwon Specialty Chemical Co., Ltd. and 28.52 percent for all others. The ministerial corrections result in revised cash deposit rates effective on publication. – Authority: Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration – Policy Type: AD – Event Type: Amended Preliminary Determination – China Indicator: None – Key Identifiers: A-580-921 – Key Dates: January 30, 2026 (signature); February 6, 2026 (publication) – Source: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/certain-monomers-and-oligomers-from-the-republic-of-korea-amended-preliminary-affirmative-determination-of-sales-at-less-than-fair-value/ Acetone from Belgium, Singapore, South Africa, South Korea, and Spain — AD (Continuation of Orders) Commerce continued the antidumping duty orders on acetone imports from five countries after both Commerce and the ITC found that revocation would result in continuation or recurrence of dumping and injury. The continuation ensures ongoing duty collection on covered imports. – Authority: Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration – Policy Type: AD – Event Type: Continuation of Orders (Sunset Review) – China Indicator: None – Key Identifiers: A-423-814; A-559-808; A-791-824; A-580-899; A-469-819 – Key Dates: ITC final determination February 2, 2026 (effective date) – Source: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/acetone-from-belgium-singapore-the-republic-of-south-africa-the-republic-of-south-korea-and-spain-continuation-of-antidumping-duty-orders/ Oleoresin Paprika from India — CVD (Preliminary Determination) Commerce preliminarily determined that countervailable subsidies are being provided to exporters of oleoresin paprika from India. The preliminary subsidy rates are 18.56 percent for Mane Kancor Ingredients, 25.41 percent for Synthite Industries, and 22.95 percent for all others. Critical circumstances were preliminarily found for Synthite. The final determination is aligned with the companion antidumping case, expected by June 15, 2026. – Authority: Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration – Policy Type: CVD – Event Type: Preliminary Determination – China Indicator: None – Key Identifiers: C-533-939 – Key Dates: Preliminary determination signed January 29, 2026; applicable February 6, 2026 – Source: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/oleoresin-paprika-from-india-preliminary-affirmative-countervailing-duty-determination-preliminary-affirmative-critical-circumstances-determination-in-part-and-alignment-of-final-determination-wit/ 3) Key Takeaways (Factual) – The International Trade Commission scheduled the final phase for AD/CVD investigations on fiberglass door panels from China. – Commerce continued AD and CVD orders on collated steel staples from China after a first sunset review. – Commerce corrected ministerial errors in a Korean monomers and oligomers dumping case, adjusting dumping margins and deposit rates. – Antidumping orders on acetone from five non‑Chinese countries were extended following sunset reviews. – A preliminary countervailing duty determination on Indian oleoresin paprika found affirmative subsidy rates and partial critical circumstances. 4) Full Source Links (Index) – Fiberglass Door Panels from China — Final Phase Investigation – Collated Steel Staples from China — Continuation of Orders – Certain Monomers and Oligomers from Korea — Amended Preliminary Determination – Acetone from Belgium, Singapore, South Africa, South Korea, and Spain — Continuation of Orders – Oleoresin Paprika from India — Preliminary CVD Determination 5) Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected and summarized from publicly available U.S. government materials, including the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). 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Oleoresin Paprika From India: Preliminary Affirmative Countervailing Duty Determination, Preliminary Affirmative Critical Circumstances Determination, In Part, and Alignment of Final Determination With Final Antidumping Duty Determination
U.S. Department of Commerce Issues Preliminary Duties on Oleoresin Paprika from India Estimated reading time: 5–7 minutes On February 6, 2026, the U.S. Department of Commerce announced a preliminary affirmative finding in the countervailing duty (CVD) investigation concerning oleoresin paprika from India. The Department found that producers and exporters in India received financial subsidies from the government. These subsidies could harm U.S. producers of oleoresin paprika. The period of investigation spans from April 1, 2024, through March 31, 2025. Commerce launched the investigation on July 22, 2025. The preliminary decision was delayed due to a federal government shutdown in late 2025. As a result, the new deadline for this finding was changed to January 29, 2026. Two companies were individually reviewed: Mane Kancor Ingredients Private Limited and Synthite Industries Pvt. Ltd. Preliminary Subsidy Rates: Mane Kancor Ingredients Private Limited: 18.56% Synthite Industries Pvt. Ltd.: 25.41% All Other Exporters: 22.95% These rates reflect the financial help these companies received through programs the Commerce Department found to be specific and measurable. Commerce also made a preliminary decision on critical circumstances. The department determined that Synthite received irregular benefits and began exporting large volumes before duties were in place. As a result, duties may apply to Synthite’s shipments retroactively by 90 days before this announcement. This does not apply to Mane Kancor or other exporters. Scope of the Product: The investigation covers oleoresin paprika extracted from Capsicum peppers. It includes all forms of the extract that meet the American Spice Trade Association (ASTA) value of at least 500 or a color unit value of at least 20,000. The product may be known as paprika extract, paprika oil, or paprika essential oil. It may be blended with oil or water or include emulsifiers or preservatives. It is classified under these Harmonized Tariff Schedule codes: 3203.00.8000, 3301.90.1010, 1301.90.9190, 1302.19.9140, and 3205.00.0500. Suspension of Liquidation: Effective with this ruling, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) will suspend liquidation of imports of oleoresin paprika from India. This applies to goods entered, or withdrawn from warehouse, for consumption on or after the date of publication. Importers must now pay cash deposits according to the preliminary subsidy rates. CBP will apply the company-specific rate, or in cases involving both producer and exporter, the higher of their rates. Public Comments and Final Determination: Commerce will allow interested parties to submit written comments after verification reports are issued. Comments must include a summary of each issue, limited to 450 words. A hearing may be requested within 30 days of publication of this notice. Final Determination: Commerce will align the final CVD decision with the final result of the related antidumping investigation. That final decision is set for June 15, 2026, unless extended. If Commerce confirms the findings, the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) will determine if the U.S. industry was harmed. Legal References: This action was taken under sections 703(d), 705(c)(5)(A), and 703(e)(2) of the Tariff Act of 1930, as amended. For more details, the Preliminary Decision Memorandum and scope description are available through the Enforcement and Compliance Centralized Electronic Service System (ACCESS) at https://access.trade.gov. 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.
Collated Steel Staples From the People’s Republic of China: Continuation of Antidumping Duty Order and Countervailing Duty Order
U.S. Continues Antidumping and Countervailing Duties on Collated Steel Staples from China Estimated reading time: 4–6 minutes On February 6, 2026, the U.S. Department of Commerce published a notice in the Federal Register announcing the continuation of antidumping and countervailing duty orders on collated steel staples from the People’s Republic of China. These orders were first put in place on July 20, 2020. On June 2, 2025, the U.S. Department of Commerce and the U.S. International Trade Commission began their first five-year reviews of these orders, as required under the law. Commerce reviewed information and found that ending the orders would likely result in dumping and unfair subsidies continuing again. The ITC also concluded that removing the trade remedies would likely cause harm to U.S. businesses. Because of these findings, the duty orders will stay in place. This ensures continuing trade protection for U.S. industries. The duties apply to collated steel staples made from steel wire measuring between 0.0355 inch and 0.0830 inch thick. These staples must have leg lengths between 0.25 inch and 3 inches and crown widths between 0.187 inch and 1.125 inches. These staples may be made of any kind of steel and may come with or without coating. They can be collated using glue, adhesive film, or paper tape. The staples are normally made to ASTM F1667-18a specifications, but other specifications are also included. Excluded from these duties are carton-closing staples already covered under a different antidumping order from May 8, 2018. Also excluded are “C-ring hog rings” and “D-ring hog rings.” These are made of stainless or carbon steel wire sized 0.050 inch to 0.081 inch. C-rings have curved legs forming a “C” shape. D-rings have straight legs set at an angle of 30 to 75 degrees. These hog rings must have 90-degree blunt or 15–75 degree divergent points and must be collated using glue, adhesive, or tape. Currently, the products fall under tariff code 8305.20.0000 in the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States. However, the written description of the items determines what is covered by the duties. The continuation of duties began on January 30, 2026. U.S. Customs and Border Protection will continue collecting cash deposits at current rates for these imports. Commerce plans to begin the next five-year review of these orders before the fifth anniversary of the ITC’s latest decision. Companies and persons who had access to confidential business information during the review are reminded to return or destroy this information, as required by law, or convert it to judicial protective order. This notice complies with sections 751(c), 751(d)(2), and 777(i) of the Tariff Act of 1930, and with 19 CFR 351.218(f)(4). For additional information, parties should contact Jack Custard at (202) 482-1125 or Leah Kiah at (240) 956-8621 at the U.S. Department of Commerce. Signed: Christopher Abbott, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Policy and Negotiations, performing the non-exclusive functions and 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.
Acetone From Belgium, Singapore, the Republic of South Africa, the Republic of South Korea, and Spain: Continuation of Antidumping Duty Orders
U.S. Keeps Antidumping Duties on Acetone Imports from Five Countries Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes Date: 2026-02-06 The U.S. Department of Commerce has announced the continuation of antidumping duties on acetone imports from Belgium, Singapore, South Africa, South Korea, and Spain. This decision follows findings by the Department of Commerce and the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC). They both agreed that ending the antidumping orders would likely lead to continued or renewed dumping. Dumping means selling acetone in the U.S. at unfairly low prices. The agencies also found that this would cause harm to U.S. industries. These orders were first put in place in 2019 and 2020. The Commerce Department issued the orders on acetone from Singapore and Spain in December 2019. Orders on Belgium, South Africa, and South Korea followed in March 2020. A sunset review began in November 2024. On November 1, 2024, the ITC started its review. The Department of Commerce began its own on November 4, 2024. The law requires a sunset review every five years. On March 7, 2025, the Department of Commerce concluded that removing the orders would lead to renewed dumping. In February 2026, the ITC agreed that removing the orders would hurt U.S. industry. As a result, the Department of Commerce decided to continue the antidumping orders. The date of continuation is February 2, 2026. U.S. Customs and Border Protection will keep collecting cash deposits on imported acetone. These will stay at the rates already set. The next sunset review must be started no later than 30 days before February 2, 2031. The orders apply to all types of acetone—pure or mixed. This includes acetone mixed with products like isopropyl alcohol, benzene, diethyl ether, methanol, chloroform, and ethanol. It covers mixtures whether made in the exporting country or elsewhere. Acetone chemically changed into another product, such as MMA or BPA, is not covered. Also not included are mixtures where acetone makes up less than 5 percent of the total content. The chemical ID for acetone is CAS number 67-64-1. The covered products usually fall under HTSUS codes 2914.11.1000 and 2914.11.5000. Some mixtures may be imported under Chapter 38 HTSUS headings. This decision helps ensure that U.S. businesses are protected from unfair trade practices. For more details, contact David De Falco at the Department of Commerce at (202) 482-2178. 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.
Certain Monomers and Oligomers From the Republic of Korea: Amended Preliminary Affirmative Determination of Sales at Less Than Fair Value
U.S. Amends Preliminary Dumping Determination on Monomers and Oligomers from Korea Estimated reading time: 4–6 minutes On February 6, 2026, the U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) published an amended preliminary determination in its less-than-fair-value (LTFV) investigation of certain monomers and oligomers from the Republic of Korea. This amendment corrects significant ministerial errors made in Commerce’s original preliminary determination published on January 5, 2026. Commerce found that it made significant unintentional errors in calculating dumping margins for a mandatory respondent, Miwon Specialty Chemical Co., Ltd. (Miwon). These errors were identified in a timely ministerial error allegation filed by the petitioner, Arkema Inc., on January 5, 2026. Ministerial errors are defined under section 735(e) of the Tariff Act of 1930 and 19 CFR 351.224(f) as errors involving arithmetic mistakes, clerical errors, or similar unintentional mistakes. Significant ministerial errors, when corrected, must result in a change of at least five absolute percentage points and not less than a 25 percent shift in the weighted-average dumping margin. Alternatively, significance may be found if the corrected margin moves from zero or de minimis to more than de minimis. Because Miwon’s margin was used to calculate the “all others” rate, both rates were corrected. The revised weighted-average dumping margins are: Miwon Specialty Chemical Co., Ltd.: 25.07% All Others: 28.52% Rates for Green Chemical Co., Ltd., Green Life Science, and Kukdo Chemicals Co. Ltd. remain unchanged. Commerce will disclose its revised calculations within five days to interested parties under 19 CFR 351.224(b). The new cash deposit rates and suspension of liquidation apply from the date of publication in the Federal Register, February 6, 2026. These measures will stay in effect until further notice. Commerce will also notify the U.S. International Trade Commission of this amended determination. Scope of the investigation covers certain multifunctional acrylate and methacrylate monomers, and acrylated bisphenol-A epoxy based oligomers from Korea. These include products such as: Triethylene glycol dimethacrylate (CAS 109-16-0) 1,6-hexanediol diacrylate (CAS 13048-33-4) Tripropylene glycol diacrylate (CAS 42978-66-5) Trimethylolpropane trimethacrylate (CAS 3290-92-4) Trimethylolpropane triacrylate (CAS 15625-89-5) Ethoxylated trimethylol-propane triacrylate (CAS 28961-43-5) Dipropylene glycol diacrylate (CAS 57472-68-1) Bisphenol-A-epichlorohydrin copolymer acrylate (CAS 55818-57-0) These products are typically used in inks, coatings, adhesives, and other resin applications. Included are blends or mixtures with at least 20% by weight of in-scope products. The scope also covers products processed in third countries that do not change the essential nature of the product. Excluded from the scope are cured downstream products such as inks, varnishes, or coatings applied for final use. The affected products are currently classifiable under HTSUS codes including but not limited to: 2916.12.5050 2916.14.2050 3824.99.2900 3907.29.0000 3907.30.0000 Some products may also be entered under: 2916.12.1000 3824.99.9397 Only the written scope description governs determination of coverage. The amended preliminary determination was signed by Christopher Abbott, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Policy and Negotiations, on January 30, 2026. Reference document: Federal Register Vol. 91, No. 25, FR Doc No: 2026-02429. 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.
Fiberglass Door Panels From China; Scheduling of the Final Phase of Countervailing Duty and Antidumping Duty Investigations
U.S. Moves Forward in Trade Case on Fiberglass Door Panels From China Estimated reading time: 3–6 minutes The United States International Trade Commission (USITC) has scheduled the final phase of antidumping and countervailing duty investigations on fiberglass door panels from China. These actions are being taken under the Tariff Act of 1930. The Department of Commerce has made preliminary findings. These findings state that fiberglass door panels from China are being sold in the U.S. at less-than-fair-value. The products are also believed to be receiving unfair subsidies from the Chinese government. The investigations are in response to petitions filed on March 20, 2025. The petitions came from the American Fiberglass Door Coalition. The coalition includes three companies: Therma-Tru Corporation based in Maumee, Ohio; PlastPro Doors Inc. from Los Angeles, California; and Owens Corning from Toledo, Ohio. The product under investigation includes fiberglass door panels and sidelites. The panels may be finished or unfinished, painted or unpainted, and may include glass or insulation materials. These products are made with fiberglass skins and may feature wood or composite frames, adhesives, and fasteners. The country of origin is determined by where the fiberglass door skin is pressed. Even if the fiberglass doors are altered in a third country—such as being painted or trimmed—if the skin was pressed in China, the product remains within the scope of the investigation. Products covered by other existing orders are excluded. These include wood mouldings and millwork products from China and float glass products from China and Malaysia. Imports of the subject merchandise are currently classified under tariff code 3925.20.0010. They may also fall under codes 4418.29.4000, 4418.29.8030, 4418.29.8060, or 7019.90.5150. However, the written description of the goods determines the investigation scope, not just the classification code. The USITC will hold a hearing on June 9, 2026, at 9:30 a.m. Requests to appear must be submitted by June 3, 2026. Participation may include videoconferencing if justified. A prehearing conference, if necessary, will be held on June 5, 2026, at 9:30 a.m. All testimony and presentation slides must be submitted by noon on June 8, 2026. Prehearing briefs are due by June 1, 2026. Posthearing briefs must be filed by June 16, 2026. Final party comments on new information are due July 6, 2026. The USITC will place its staff report in the nonpublic record on May 21, 2026. A public version of the report will be released after that date. All filings must be made through the USITC’s Electronic Document Information System (EDIS) and must comply with commission rules. No in-person paper filings will be accepted. Only parties listed on the service list may file business proprietary information under an Administrative Protective Order (APO). Applications for access must be filed 21 days before the hearing. For questions, contact Tyler Berard at 202-205-3354. Additional information is available at www.usitc.gov or through the commission’s electronic docket at https://edis.usitc.gov. This investigation will determine whether imports of fiberglass door panels from China are harming U.S. industries. 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.
Justice Department, Executive Office for Immigration Review Briefing 2026-02-06
Justice Department Briefing 2026-02-06 Estimated reading time: 5 minutes 1. Notice of Lodging of Proposed Consent Decree Under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/06/2026-02353/notice-of-lodging-of-proposed-consent-decree-under-the-comprehensive-environmental-response Sub: Justice Department 2. Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposed eCollection eComments Requested; Extension of Currently Approved Collection: Title-Campus Program Grantee Needs and Progress Assessment Tool Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/06/2026-02336/agency-information-collection-activities-proposed-ecollection-ecomments-requested-extension-of Sub: Justice Department Content: The Department of Justice, Office on Violence Against Women (OVW) will be submitting the following information collection request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and approval in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. 3. Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposed eCollection eComments Requested Extension of a Currently Approved Collection Title: Data Security Requirements for Accessing Confidential Data Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/06/2026-02334/agency-information-collection-activities-proposed-ecollection-ecomments-requested-extension-of-a Sub: Justice Department Content: The Department of Justice, Office of Justice Programs, Bureau of Justice Statistics is submitting the following information collection request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and approval in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. 4. Appellate Procedures for the Board of Immigration Appeals Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/06/2026-02326/appellate-procedures-for-the-board-of-immigration-appeals Sub: Justice Department, Executive Office for Immigration Review Content: This interim final rule (“IFR”) amends Department of Justice (“Department” or “DOJ”) regulations to streamline administrative appellate review by the Board of Immigration Appeals (“Board” or “BIA”) of decisions by Immigration Judges by making review of such decisions on the merits discretionary, by setting appropriate times for briefing in cases that are reviewed on the merits, and by streamlining other aspects of the appellate process to ensure timely adjudications and avoid adding to the already sizeable backlog at the Board. Additionally, the Department is making various technical and non- substantive changes to its regulations. 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, International Trade Administration Briefing 2026-02-06
Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Briefing 2026-02-06 Estimated reading time: 5 minutes 1. Certain Monomers and Oligomers From the Republic of Korea: Amended Preliminary Affirmative Determination of Sales at Less Than Fair Value Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/06/2026-02429/certain-monomers-and-oligomers-from-the-republic-of-korea-amended-preliminary-affirmative Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) is amending its preliminarily affirmative determination in the less-than-fair-value (LTFV) investigation of certain monomers and oligomers (monomers and oligomers) from the Republic of Korea (Korea) to correct for significant ministerial errors. The period of investigation (POI) is January 1, 2024, through December 31, 2024. 2. Acetone From Belgium, Singapore, the Republic of South Africa, the Republic of South Korea, and Spain: Continuation of Antidumping Duty Orders Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/06/2026-02410/acetone-from-belgium-singapore-the-republic-of-south-africa-the-republic-of-south-korea-and-spain Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: As a result of the determinations by the U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) and the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) that revocation of the antidumping duty (AD) orders on acetone from Belgium, Singapore, the Republic of South Africa (South Africa), the Republic of South Korea (Korea), and Spain would likely lead to the continuation or recurrence of dumping and material injury to an industry in the United States, Commerce is publishing a notice of continuation of these AD orders. 3. Collated Steel Staples From the People’s Republic of China: Continuation of Antidumping Duty Order and Countervailing Duty Order Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/06/2026-02382/collated-steel-staples-from-the-peoples-republic-of-china-continuation-of-antidumping-duty-order-and Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: As a result of the determinations by the U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) and the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) that revocation of the antidumping duty (AD) order and the countervailing duty (CVD) order on collated steel staples from the People’s Republic of China would likely lead to the continuation or recurrence of dumping, countervailable subsidies, and material injury to an industry in the United States, Commerce is publishing a notice of continuation of these AD and CVD orders. 4. Oleoresin Paprika From India: Preliminary Affirmative Countervailing Duty Determination, Preliminary Affirmative Critical Circumstances Determination, In Part, and Alignment of Final Determination With Final Antidumping Duty Determination Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/06/2026-02345/oleoresin-paprika-from-india-preliminary-affirmative-countervailing-duty-determination-preliminary Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) preliminarily determines that countervailable subsidies are being provided to producers and exporters of oleoresin paprika from India. The period of investigation is April 1, 2024, through March 31, 2025. Interested parties are invited to comment on this preliminary determination. 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.
International Trade Commission Briefing 2026-02-06
International Trade Commission Briefing 2026-02-06 Estimated reading time: 5 minutes 1. Float Glass Products From China and Malaysia; Cancellation of Hearing for Antidumping and Countervailing Duty Investigations Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/06/2026-02404/float-glass-products-from-china-and-malaysia-cancellation-of-hearing-for-antidumping-and Sub: International Trade Commission 2. Fiberglass Door Panels From China; Scheduling of the Final Phase of Countervailing Duty and Antidumping Duty Investigations Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/06/2026-02403/fiberglass-door-panels-from-china-scheduling-of-the-final-phase-of-countervailing-duty-and Sub: International Trade Commission Content: The Commission hereby gives notice of the scheduling of the final phase of antidumping and countervailing duty investigation Nos. 701-TA-758 and 731-TA-1739 (Final) pursuant to the Tariff Act of 1930 to determine whether an industry in the United States is materially injured or threatened with material injury, or the establishment of an industry in the United States is materially retarded, by reason of imports of fiberglass door panels from China, provided for in subheading 3925.20.00 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States, preliminarily determined by the Department of Commerce (“Commerce”) to be subsidized and sold at less-than-fair-value. 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.
US Highlights 2026-02-05
US–China Trade Daily Highlights | 2026-02-05 1) Executive Summary Three new actions were published today by the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) under Section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930. The notices involve complaints and investigations relating to semiconductor devices, off‑road vehicles, and laptops/routers. Each proceeding concerns potential unfair importation or patent infringement, with two cases explicitly naming Chinese respondents. The policy instruments highlighted include limited exclusion orders, cease‑and‑desist orders, and requests for public interest comments. 2) Updates by Authority International Trade Commission (ITC) Semiconductor Devices — Section 337 Review (Notice of Commission Determination) The ITC announced a partial review of a final initial determination in Investigation No. 337‑TA‑1414 involving Certain Semiconductor Devices and Products Containing the Same. The Commission seeks written submissions on remedy, public interest, and bonding. The case originated from a complaint by Infineon Technologies against Innoscience (Suzhou) Technology Co., Ltd. and related entities from China, alleging patent infringement and a violation of Section 337. The administrative law judge previously found a violation with respect to one Infineon patent. Authority: International Trade Commission Policy Type: ITC 337 (Section 337 Investigation) Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY China Indicator: Explicit (respondents located in China) Key identifiers: Investigation No. 337‑TA‑1414 Dates: Final ID issued December 2, 2025; Commission vote February 2, 2026; written submissions due February 17 and February 24, 2026 Requested relief: Limited exclusion and cease‑and‑desist orders; 100 percent bond recommendation Source: Link Off‑Road Vehicles — Section 337 Complaint (Public Interest Solicitation) The ITC received a new complaint titled Certain Off‑Road Vehicles and Components Thereof, Docket No. 3883, filed by Polaris Inc., Polaris Industries Inc., and Polaris Sales Inc. The complaint alleges violations of Section 337 in the importation and sale of off‑road vehicles by Zhejiang CFMOTO Power Co., Ltd. of China and its U.S. affiliate. The Commission invites public comments on the potential effects of the requested exclusion and cease‑and‑desist orders on U.S. consumers, competition, and welfare. Authority: International Trade Commission Policy Type: ITC 337 (Section 337 Complaint) Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY China Indicator: Explicit (respondent: CFMOTO Power Co. of China) Key identifiers: Docket No. 3883 Dates: Complaint received February 2, 2026; notice published February 5, 2026 Requested relief: Limited exclusion order and cease‑and‑desist orders, plus bond during Presidential review Source: Link Laptops, Routers, and Gateways — Section 337 Complaint (Public Interest Solicitation) The ITC issued a notice of receipt for the complaint Certain Laptops, Routers and Gateways, and Components Thereof, Docket No. 3882. The complaint was filed by AX Wireless LLC, alleging Section 337 violations in the importation and sale of computing and networking devices. Named respondents include ASUSTeK Computer Inc., ASUS Computer International, TP‑Link Systems, D‑Link Corporation, D‑Link Systems Inc., and Ubiquiti Inc. The Commission is seeking public comments on potential public interest factors, consistent with its practice prior to instituting an investigation. Authority: International Trade Commission Policy Type: ITC 337 (Section 337 Complaint) Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY China Indicator: None Key identifiers: Docket No. 3882 Dates: Complaint filed February 2, 2026; notice published February 5, 2026 Requested relief: Limited exclusion order and cease‑and‑desist orders Source: Link 3) Key Takeaways (Factual) The ITC continues active use of Section 337 to address alleged intellectual property violations in imported products, including semiconductor devices and consumer vehicles. Two of today’s three proceedings explicitly name Chinese companies as respondents: Innoscience and Zhejiang CFMOTO Power Co. The semiconductor proceeding (Inv. No. 337‑TA‑1414) has advanced to the Commission review phase, indicating earlier findings of a violation. The two new complaint notices (Docket Nos. 3882 and 3883) open public comment periods concerning potential exclusion orders and effects on U.S. interests. Each notice reiterates the Commission’s standard invitation for stakeholders to assess health, welfare, and competition impacts of possible trade remedies. 4) Full Source Links (Index) Certain Semiconductor Devices — Notice of Commission Determination to Review in Part (Inv. No. 337‑TA‑1414) Certain Off‑Road Vehicles and Components Thereof — Public Interest Comments (Docket No. 3883) Certain Laptops, Routers and Gateways — Public Interest Comments (Docket No. 3882) 5) Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected and summarized from publicly available U.S. government materials, including the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). 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Certain Semiconductor Devices and Products Containing the Same; Notice of a Commission Determination To Review in Part a Final Initial Determination Finding a Violation; Request for Written Submissions on Remedy, the Public Interest, and Bonding
U.S. International Trade Commission Reviews Patent Violation Findings in Semiconductor Case Estimated reading time: 4–7 minutes On February 2, 2026, the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) voted to review in part a final initial determination (Final ID) related to Investigation No. 337-TA-1414. The investigation involves certain semiconductor devices and associated products. The original complaint was filed by Infineon Technologies Americas Corp. (El Segundo, California) and Infineon Technologies Austria AG (Villach, Austria). It was filed under Section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930. The case was instituted on August 30, 2024. The complaint alleged that Innoscience (with locations in China and the U.S.) violated U.S. law by importing infringing semiconductor devices. The patents involved in the complaint were: U.S. Patent No. 9,899,481 (the ’481 patent) U.S. Patent No. 8,686,562 (the ’562 patent) U.S. Patent No. 9,070,755 (the ’755 patent) U.S. Patent No. 8,264,003 (the ’003 patent) During the proceedings, claims associated with the ’003 and ’562 patents and one claim of the ’481 patent were terminated from the investigation upon motion by Complainants. On December 2, 2025, the presiding Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) found: A violation by Innoscience with respect to claims 1–4, 6, and 17 of the ’481 patent. No violation with respect to the asserted claims of the ’755 patent. That Infineon met both the technical and economic prongs of the domestic industry requirement for the ’481 patent. That Infineon failed to meet those prongs for the ’755 patent. The ALJ recommended remedies including: A limited exclusion order. Cease and desist orders based on Innoscience’s significant U.S. inventory and operations. A bond at 100% during the Presidential review period. On December 15, 2025, Innoscience petitioned the Commission to review findings related to the ’481 patent. On the same day, Infineon requested review of the no-violation finding regarding the ’755 patent. The Commission reviewed the investigation record, the ALJ’s Final ID, both parties’ submissions, and their responses. The Commission has now agreed to review specific findings from the Final ID: Claim construction of “lateral transistor devices” Infringement analysis Domestic industry technical and economic prongs Validity of relevant claims under the ’481 patent The Commission will not review other parts of the Final ID. The Commission called for written submissions addressing specific issues including: Whether claims 1–3 and 6 of the ’481 patent are obvious when combining prior art references Nega and Roberts. Parties are to evaluate if Respondents met their burden. If a prima facie case is found, the Commission asks whether secondary considerations rebut the finding and whether the matter should be remanded to the ALJ. The ability to quantitatively and qualitatively assess Infineon’s domestic industry efforts, taking into account global investments and operations. The Commission seeks additional information on these topics: Identification of accused products under remedial orders in Investigation 337-TA-1366. U.S. market share of the accused and domestic industry products. Whether other suppliers can meet U.S. demand if an exclusion or cease and desist order issues. Availability of substitute products in the market. Parties are required to submit written responses no later than February 17, 2026, with replies due by February 24, 2026. Page limits are: 30 pages for opening submissions by parties 15 pages for reply submissions by parties 10 pages for submissions by third parties or government agencies Confidential materials must be clearly marked and properly submitted. Infineon is requested to: Indicate the remedy it seeks Submit proposed remedial orders State the expiration date of the ’481 patent Identify applicable HTSUS subheadings Provide importer details for identified products If the Commission finds a violation and issues a remedy, it will be subject to Presidential review for 60 days. During that time, the accused products may enter the U.S. only under bond, as set by the Commission. The legal authority for these actions is found in 19 U.S.C. 1337 and 19 CFR Part 210. This notice was issued by Secretary Lisa Barton and published in the Federal Register on February 5, 2026, under Document No. 2026-02297. 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.
Notice of Receipt of Complaint; Solicitation of Comments Relating to the Public Interest
U.S. International Trade Commission Receives Complaint on Laptops, Routers, and Gateways Estimated reading time: 2–3 minutes Published 2026-02-05Federal Register Volume 91, Number 24 The United States International Trade Commission (USITC) has received a new complaint. The complaint is titled: “Certain Laptops, Routers and Gateways, and Components Thereof,” Docket Number 3882. The complaint was filed by AX Wireless, LLC. It was received by the Commission on February 2, 2026. The complaint says that companies imported certain products into the U.S. that may violate Section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930. These products include laptops, routers, gateways, and their parts. The complaint names the following companies as respondents: ASUSTeK Computer Inc. in Taiwan ASUS Computer International, Inc. in Fremont, CA TP-Link Systems Inc. in Irvine, CA D-Link Corporation in Taiwan D-Link Systems, Inc. in Irvine, CA Ubiquiti Inc. in New York, NY AX Wireless, LLC is asking the Commission to: Issue a limited exclusion order Issue cease and desist orders Impose a bond on the accused products during the Presidential review period The bond would apply for the 60 days of Presidential review under 19 U.S.C. 1337(j). The Commission asks for public comments. These comments should cover any public interest concerns. The Commission wants to know: (i) How the products are used in the United States (ii) Any public health, safety, or welfare concerns (iii) If there are similar products made in the U.S. (iv) If the complainant or others can replace the products in a reasonable time (v) How the actions would impact U.S. consumers The deadline to send comments is eight calendar days after this notice is published. Comments must be no more than five pages long, including attachments. Replies to comments must be filed within three calendar days after the initial deadline. All filings must be made through the Electronic Document Information System (EDIS) at https://edis.usitc.gov. No paper filings will be accepted. Documents submitted with confidential information must request confidential treatment under 19 CFR 201.6. All non-confidential submissions will be available for the public to view on EDIS. For more details or questions, contact Lisa R. Barton, Secretary to the Commission, at (202) 205-2000. This notice was issued on February 2, 2026. Authority: Section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930 (19 U.S.C. 1337), 19 CFR 201.10, 210.8(c). Document Number: 2026-02299BILLING CODE: 7020-02-P 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.
Notice of Receipt of Complaint; Solicitation of Comments Relating to the Public Interest
U.S. International Trade Commission Receives Complaint Involving Off-Road Vehicles Estimated reading time: 2–4 minutes Date: 2026-02-05 Source: Federal Register / Vol. 91, No. 24 / Pages 5261–5262 The U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) has officially received a complaint titled “Certain Off-Road Vehicles and Components Thereof,” Docket No. 3883. The complaint was filed on February 2, 2026. It was submitted by Polaris Inc., Polaris Industries Inc., and Polaris Sales Inc. The complaint was made under Section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930 (19 U.S.C. 1337). It claims that certain off-road vehicles and parts made abroad are being sold in the U.S. in a way that may violate U.S. trade laws. The complaint names two companies: Zhejiang CFMOTO Power Co., Ltd. of China CFMOTO Powersports, Inc. of Plymouth, Minnesota Polaris asks the Commission to issue: A limited exclusion order Cease and desist orders A bond requirement during the 60-day Presidential review period under 19 U.S.C. 1337(j) The Commission is asking the public and interested parties to send in comments. These comments should talk about any public interest concerns the complaint brings up. The Commission wants feedback about: (i) How the off-road vehicles or parts in the complaint are used in the U.S. (ii) Any U.S. public health, safety, or welfare issues tied to the orders being requested (iii) What U.S.-made products—by Polaris, their licensees, or others—could replace those involved in the complaint (iv) If Polaris or other suppliers could fill demand in a reasonable time if the vehicles or parts are banned (v) How this would affect U.S. consumers All comments must be submitted by eight calendar days after the notice was published. Polaris may send replies to submitted comments three calendar days after the comment deadline. Each submission, including any attachments, must be five (5) pages or less. All comments must be filed electronically through the Commission’s Electronic Document Information System (EDIS) at https://edis.usitc.gov. Paper documents will not be accepted at this time. Persons filing documents marked confidential must request confidential treatment. These requests must include a full explanation under 19 CFR 201.6. Confidential materials may be shared with: USITC staff and contract workers for official uses U.S. Government employees and contract workers, for cybersecurity purposes All non-confidential documents will be available to the public via EDIS. This action is taken under Section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930, as amended, and Commission Rules 19 CFR 201.10 and 210.8(c). Issued by: Lisa R. Barton, Secretary to the Commission Date Issued: February 2, 2026 Federal Register Document Number: 2026-02300 BILLING CODE: 7020-02-P For more details or help accessing EDIS, visit https://edis.usitc.gov or email [protected email address]. 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.
International Trade Commission Briefing 2026-02-05
International Trade Commission Briefing 2026-02-05 Estimated reading time: 5 minutes 1. Notice of Receipt of Complaint; Solicitation of Comments Relating to the Public Interest Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/05/2026-02300/notice-of-receipt-of-complaint-solicitation-of-comments-relating-to-the-public-interest Sub: International Trade Commission Content: Notice is hereby given that the U.S. International Trade Commission has received a complaint entitled Certain Off-Road Vehicles and Components Thereof, DN 3883; the Commission is soliciting comments on any public interest issues raised by the complaint or complainant's filing pursuant to the Commission's Rules of Practice and Procedure. 2. Notice of Receipt of Complaint; Solicitation of Comments Relating to the Public Interest Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/05/2026-02299/notice-of-receipt-of-complaint-solicitation-of-comments-relating-to-the-public-interest Sub: International Trade Commission Content: Notice is hereby given that the U.S. International Trade Commission has received a complaint entitled Certain Laptops, Routers and Gateways, and Components Thereof DN 3882; the Commission is soliciting comments on any public interest issues raised by the complaint or complainant's filing pursuant to the Commission's Rules of Practice and Procedure. 3. Certain Semiconductor Devices and Products Containing the Same; Notice of a Commission Determination To Review in Part a Final Initial Determination Finding a Violation; Request for Written Submissions on Remedy, the Public Interest, and Bonding Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/05/2026-02297/certain-semiconductor-devices-and-products-containing-the-same-notice-of-a-commission-determination Sub: International Trade Commission Content: Notice is hereby given that the U.S. International Trade Commission ("Commission") has determined to review in part a final initial determination ("Final ID") of the presiding administrative law judge ("ALJ"). The Commission requests written submissions, submissions from the parties, interested government agencies, and other interested persons on the issues of remedy, the public interest, and bonding, under the schedule set forth below. 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.
US Highlights 2026-02-04
US–China Trade Daily Highlights | 2026-02-04 1) Executive Summary Today’s report covers two trade remedy actions published in the Federal Register. Both were issued by the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) under Title VII of the Tariff Act of 1930 in coordination with the Department of Commerce (DOC). The policy instruments involve antidumping and countervailing duty (AD/CVD) reviews, including one termination of a five-year review and one determination to conduct full five-year reviews. 2) Updates by Authority ITC (U.S. International Trade Commission) Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET) Sheet — Antidumping Duty (Termination of Five-Year Review) The ITC terminated the five-year review concerning the antidumping duty order on polyethylene terephthalate (PET) sheet from South Korea. The Department of Commerce had revoked the order effective January 12, 2026, after no domestic interested party filed a notice of intent to participate. The original review was instituted on August 1, 2025, but was delayed due to appropriations lapses and administrative tolling. Authority: International Trade Commission Policy Type: Antidumping Duty (AD) Event Type: Termination of Five-Year Review Key Identifiers: Investigation No. 731-TA-1455 (Review) Key Dates: Review instituted August 1, 2025; order revoked January 12, 2026; notice issued January 30, 2026 Source: Link Oil Country Tubular Goods — Antidumping and Countervailing Duties (Full Five-Year Reviews Initiated) The ITC announced its determination to conduct full five-year reviews of the countervailing duty orders on oil country tubular goods (OCTG) from India and Turkey and the antidumping duty orders on OCTG from India, South Korea, Turkey, Ukraine, and Vietnam. The reviews will assess whether revocation of these orders would likely lead to the continuation or recurrence of material injury. A timetable for the reviews will be released separately. Authority: International Trade Commission Policy Type: Antidumping and Countervailing Duties (AD/CVD) Event Type: Determination to Conduct Full Five-Year Reviews Key Identifiers: Investigation Nos. 701-TA-499-500 and 731-TA-1215-1216, 1221-1223 (Second Review) Key Date: Determination made November 24, 2025; notice issued January 30, 2026 Source: Link 3) Key Takeaways (Factual) The ITC concluded and terminated the five-year review on PET sheet from South Korea after DOC revoked the underlying antidumping order. Commerce’s tolling adjustments due to the 2025 federal government shutdown extended review schedules before final termination. The ITC opted for full five-year reviews in the oil country tubular goods cases involving India, South Korea, Turkey, Ukraine, and Vietnam. These reviews will consider potential injury implications before any revocation decisions on existing AD/CVD orders. Both actions were formally issued on January 30, 2026, and published in the February 4, 2026 Federal Register. 4) Full Source Links (Index) Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET) Sheet — Termination of Five-Year Review Oil Country Tubular Goods — Full Five-Year Reviews Initiated 5) Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected and summarized from publicly available U.S. government materials, including the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content presented is not an official government publication and does not represent the views of any U.S. government authority. This article is provided for informational and research purposes only and does not constitute legal advice, compliance advice, or recommendations for any specific entity or transaction. Readers should refer to the original official documents and consult qualified professionals before making decisions based on this information.
Oil Country Tubular Goods From India, South Korea, Turkey, Ukraine, and Vietnam; Notice of Commission Determination To Conduct Full Five-Year Reviews
Full Reviews Announced for Oil Country Tubular Goods Imports Estimated reading time: 2–4 minutes Date: 2026-02-04 Source: Federal Register, Volume 91, Number 23, Page 5110 Document Number: 2026-02210 Agency: United States International Trade Commission The United States International Trade Commission (USITC) has decided to conduct full five-year reviews of trade orders related to oil country tubular goods (OCTG). These reviews are for the countervailing duty (CVD) orders on OCTG from India and Turkey. They also apply to the antidumping duty (AD) orders on OCTG from India, South Korea, Turkey, Ukraine, and Vietnam. The reviews will examine if removing these trade orders would likely cause injury to the U.S. industry again within a reasonably foreseeable time. This decision was made under the authority of Title VII of the Tariff Act of 1930. The decision follows section 751(c) of the same act, also known as the five-year (sunset) review provision. The Commission voted to conduct full reviews on November 24, 2025. These reviews follow the USITC’s notice of institution published on July 1, 2025 (90 FR 28768). The USITC determined that both the domestic and respondent interested party responses from Ukraine were adequate. Therefore, a full review will be conducted for OCTG imports from Ukraine. Although respondent parties from India, Turkey, South Korea, and Vietnam submitted inadequate responses, the USITC decided to proceed with full reviews for these countries as well. This choice was made to promote administrative efficiency. The schedule for the full reviews will be provided later. Persons seeking further information may contact Peter Stebbins at 202-205-20239, U.S. International Trade Commission, 500 E Street SW, Washington, DC 20436. Hearing-impaired individuals may use the Commission’s TDD terminal at 202-205-1810. Persons with mobility impairments should contact the Office of the Secretary at 202-205-2000. More information and public records can be found at https://www.usitc.gov and the Commission’s electronic docket (EDIS) at https://edis.usitc.gov. The reviews will follow the Commission’s Rules of Practice and Procedure, found at 19 CFR parts 201 and 207. Due to a lapse in government funding, previous schedules were delayed. This review process resumes following that period. This notice has been issued by order of the Commission. Issued: January 30, 2026 Signed: Lisa Barton, Secretary to the Commission Filed: February 3, 2026, at 8:45 a.m. Billing Code: 7020-02-P 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.
Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET) Sheet From South Korea; Termination of Five-Year Review
U.S. Ends Review of Anti-Dumping Order on PET Sheet from South Korea Estimated reading time: 1–3 minutes On January 12, 2026, the United States International Trade Commission (USITC) officially ended a five-year review on Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET) sheet from South Korea. The review began on August 1, 2025. The purpose was to see if ending the anti-dumping duty order on PET sheets from South Korea would lead to harm to U.S. industries. However, the review process faced delays. On November 14, 2025, the U.S. Department of Commerce extended all deadlines. This was due to a government shutdown and a lack of funding. The extension lasted 47 days. On November 24, 2025, Commerce added another 21-day extension. This was caused by a backlog of documents in the online system named ACCESS. On January 12, 2026, Commerce published an official notice. It stated that the anti-dumping duty order on PET sheet from South Korea was revoked. The revocation date was also January 12, 2026. The reason given was that no U.S. domestic party filed a notice saying they wanted to keep participating in the review process. As a result, the USITC ended the review. There will be no further investigation. Anyone seeking more information should contact Rachel Devenney at 202-205-3172. Hearing-impaired persons may dial 202-205-1810. Those needing special help accessing the USITC building may call 202-205-2000. Public records for this matter are available online at the Commission’s docket system: https://edis.usitc.gov. This action follows Section 751(c) of the Tariff Act of 1930 (19 U.S.C. 1675(c)) and is published under Section 207.69 of the Commission’s rules (19 CFR 207.69). Issued by order of the Commission on January 30, 2026. Lisa Barton, Secretary to the Commission. 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.
Justice Department, Drug Enforcement Administration Briefing 2026-02-04
Justice Department, Drug Enforcement Administration Briefing 2026-02-04 Estimated reading time: 5 minutes 1. Bulk Manufacturer of Controlled Substances Application: S & B Pharma LLC DBA Norac Pharma Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/04/2026-02232/bulk-manufacturer-of-controlled-substances-application-s-and-b-pharma-llc-dba-norac-pharma Sub: Justice Department, Drug Enforcement Administration Content: S & B Pharma LLC DBA Norac Pharma has applied to be registered as a bulk manufacturer of basic class(es) of controlled substance(s). Refer to Supplementary Information listed below for further drug information. 2. Bulk Manufacturer of Controlled Substances Application: Sterling Pharma USA LLC Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/04/2026-02230/bulk-manufacturer-of-controlled-substances-application-sterling-pharma-usa-llc Sub: Justice Department, Drug Enforcement Administration Content: Sterling Pharma USA LLC has applied to be registered as a bulk manufacturer of basic class(es) of controlled substance(s). Refer to Supplementary Information listed below for further drug information. 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.
International Trade Commission Briefing 2026-02-04
International Trade Commission Briefing 2026-02-04 Estimated reading time: 5 minutes 1. Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET) Sheet From South Korea; Termination of Five-Year Review Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/04/2026-02235/polyethylene-terephthalate-pet-sheet-from-south-korea-termination-of-five-year-review Sub: International Trade Commission Content: The Commission instituted the subject five-year review on August 1, 2025 to determine whether revocation of the antidumping duty order on Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET) Sheet from South Korea would be likely to lead to continuation or recurrence of material injury. Due to the lapse in appropriations and Federal Government shutdown, on November 14, 2025, the Department of Commerce ("Commerce") tolled all deadlines in administrative proceedings by 47 days. Additionally, due to a backlog of documents that were electronically filed via Enforcement and Compliance's Antidumping and Countervailing Duty Centralized Electronic Service System (ACCESS) during the Federal Government shutdown, on November 24, 2025, Commerce tolled all deadlines in administrative proceedings by an additional 21 days. On January 12, 2026, Commerce published notice in the Federal Register that it was revoking the order effective January 12, 2026, because no domestic interested party filed a timely notice of intent to participate. Accordingly, the subject review is terminated. 2. Oil Country Tubular Goods From India, South Korea, Turkey, Ukraine, and Vietnam; Notice of Commission Determination To Conduct Full Five-Year Reviews Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/04/2026-02210/oil-country-tubular-goods-from-india-south-korea-turkey-ukraine-and-vietnam-notice-of-commission Sub: International Trade Commission Content: The Commission hereby gives notice that it will proceed with full reviews pursuant to the Tariff Act of 1930 to determine whether revocation of the countervailing duty orders on oil country tubular goods from India and Turkey and the antidumping duty orders on oil country tubular goods from India, South Korea, Turkey, Ukraine, and Vietnam would be likely to lead to continuation or recurrence of material injury within a reasonably foreseeable time. A schedule for the reviews will be established and announced at a later date. 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.
US Highlights 2026-02-03
US–China Trade Daily Highlights | 2026-02-03 1) Executive Summary Today’s update covers three trade remedy actions published by the U.S. Department of Commerce (International Trade Administration). The notices involve antidumping (AD) and countervailing duty (CVD) investigations and determinations under U.S. trade law. Authorities addressed (1) a circumvention finding involving Chinese-origin steel inputs processed in Oman, (2) a final AD determination on chemical imports from Taiwan, and (3) preliminary CVD review results on steel flanges from India. Key instruments include AD/CVD duties, circumvention determinations, and administrative reviews. 2) Updates by Authority Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration (DOC/ITA) Circular Welded Carbon Quality Steel Pipe — AD/CVD (Final Circumvention Determination) The Department of Commerce determined that imports of circular welded carbon quality steel pipe (CWP) completed in Oman using hot‑rolled steel from the People’s Republic of China circumvent the existing AD and CVD orders on CWP from China. This determination, conducted under section 781(b) of the Tariff Act of 1930, applies on a country‑wide basis and imposes importer/exporter certification requirements. Entries involving Chinese hot‑rolled steel inputs are now subject to AD and CVD cash deposit requirements equivalent to those established under the original China orders. Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration Policy Type: AD/CVD Event Type: Circumvention Determination China Indicator: EXPLICIT Key Identifiers: AD Order A‑570‑910; CVD Order C‑570‑911; Third‑country case numbers A‑523‑910 and C‑523‑911 Key Dates: Applicable February 3, 2026; initiating notice published November 19, 2024 Source: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/circular-welded-carbon-quality-steel-pipe-from-the-peoples-republic-of-china-final-affirmative-determination-of-circumvention-of-the-antidumping-duty-and-countervailing-duty-orders/ Certain Monomers and Oligomers — AD (Final Determination) Commerce issued a final affirmative determination that monomers and oligomers from Taiwan were sold in the United States at less than fair value. The agency also found critical circumstances existed for imports from Taiwan. Mandatory respondents (Eternal Materials, Qualipoly, and Synth‑Edge) did not participate, and margins were based on adverse facts available, each assigned 130.23 percent dumping margin; the same rate was applied to all other producers. Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration Policy Type: AD/CVD (Antidumping) Event Type: Final Determination (AD) China Indicator: NONE Key Identifiers: Investigation A‑583‑879 Key Dates: Period of Investigation January 1, 2024 – December 31, 2024; Applicable February 3, 2026 Source: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/certain-monomers-and-oligomers-from-taiwan-final-affirmative-determination-of-sales-at-less-than-fair-value-and-final-affirmative-critical-circumstances-determination/ Finished Carbon Steel Flanges — CVD (Preliminary Administrative Review Results) Commerce released preliminary results of the administrative review of the countervailing duty order on finished carbon steel flanges from India for the 2023 period of review. Preliminary subsidy rates were 2.40 percent for Norma (India) Ltd. and affiliates, 2.27 percent for R.N. Gupta & Co. Ltd., and 2.32 percent for non‑selected companies. Commerce also rescinded reviews for three firms that withdrew requests within the allowed period. Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration Policy Type: AD/CVD (CVD Administrative Review) Event Type: Preliminary Results China Indicator: NONE Key Identifiers: Case C‑533‑872 Key Dates: Period of Review January 1 – December 31, 2023; Applicable February 3, 2026 Source: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/finished-carbon-steel-flanges-from-india-preliminary-results-and-rescission-in-part-of-countervailing-duty-administrative-review-2023/ 3) Key Takeaways (Factual) Commerce issued a final affirmative circumvention determination involving Chinese-origin steel processed in Oman, extending existing AD/CVD coverage to these imports. The agency found Taiwanese producers of certain monomers and oligomers sold goods at less than fair value, assigning a uniform 130.23 percent dumping margin. Preliminary CVD rates for Indian producers of finished carbon steel flanges ranged from 2.27 to 2.40 percent in the 2023 administrative review. All three notices were issued by the International Trade Administration and published in the *Federal Register* on February 3, 2026. Commerce invited public comments on the Indian CVD review and established certification requirements for Oman‑based exporters to demonstrate non‑Chinese inputs. 4) Full Source Links (Index) Circular Welded Carbon Quality Steel Pipe — Final Circumvention Determination (China/Oman) Certain Monomers and Oligomers — Final AD Determination (Taiwan) Finished Carbon Steel Flanges — Preliminary CVD Review Results (India) 5) Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected and summarized from publicly available U.S. government materials, including the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content presented is not an official government publication and does not represent the views of any U.S. government authority. This article is provided for informational and research purposes only and does not constitute legal advice, compliance advice, or recommendations for any specific entity or transaction. Readers should refer to the original official documents and consult qualified professionals before making decisions based on this information.
Circular Welded Carbon Quality Steel Pipe From the People’s Republic of China: Final Affirmative Determination of Circumvention of the Antidumping Duty and Countervailing Duty Orders
U.S. Finds Oman Imports Circumventing China Steel Duties Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes On February 3, 2026, the U.S. Department of Commerce issued a final affirmative determination. The ruling concludes that certain steel pipe imports from Oman are evading duties placed on similar goods from China. The investigation focused on circular welded carbon quality steel pipe (CWP). These pipes were made in Oman using hot-rolled steel (HRS) sourced from the People’s Republic of China. The U.S. has had antidumping (AD) and countervailing duty (CVD) orders on such Chinese goods since 2008. Commerce conducted the inquiry under section 781(b) of the Tariff Act. The department determined that the Omani CWP made from Chinese-origin HRS sought to avoid the duties. Therefore, it found these imports to be covered by the AD and CVD orders. The final determination applies on a country-wide basis to Oman. It covers all such imports using Chinese HRS that occurred on or after November 19, 2024. This is the date the inquiry began. The agency established regulation steps. Importers and exporters must now provide certifications. These confirm whether or not Chinese-origin HRS was used to make the goods entering the U.S. If an importer or exporter fails to meet certification or provide needed documents, the entry will be treated as covered by the duties. Customs will then collect antidumping deposits at a rate of 85.55%, and countervailing deposits at 39.01%, unless a company has its own rate. The United States Customs and Border Protection (CBP) will enforce these requirements. Certifications must be submitted as part of the Automated Commercial Environment (ACE) process. For shipments made between November 19, 2024, and August 13, 2025, documents had to be submitted by September 8, 2025. If these goods entered without the needed certificates, corrections had to be made to ensure the correct duty type was applied. Commerce created new case numbers for this determination: Antidumping: A-523-910 Countervailing: C-523-911 The scope of the original 2008 Orders remains unchanged. It includes specific carbon steel pipes and tubes with several size and finish restrictions. However, steel used in boilers, mechanical tubing, and other mentioned products remains excluded. The Decision Memorandum, which contains full details of the issues and decisions, is public. It is available through the ACCESS system for registered users. For questions, contact Shawn Gregor at the Enforcement and Compliance Office at (202) 482-3226. Commerce is continuing its enforcement of trade rules to prevent duty evasion and ensure fair trade practices. 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.
Certain Monomers and Oligomers From Taiwan: Final Affirmative Determination of Sales at Less Than Fair Value and Final Affirmative Critical Circumstances Determination
U.S. Issues Final Duties on Monomers and Oligomers from Taiwan Estimated reading time: 3–6 minutes Date: 2026-02-03 On February 3, 2026, the U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) announced a final affirmative determination in its investigation into imports of certain monomers and oligomers from Taiwan. Commerce found that these products are being, or are likely to be, sold in the United States at less than fair value (LTFV). It also made a final affirmative determination that critical circumstances existed. The period of investigation was January 1, 2024, through December 31, 2024. BACKGROUND Commerce issued a preliminary determination on September 9, 2025. This was published in the Federal Register at 90 FR 43409. Interested parties were given a chance to comment. Due to a Federal Government shutdown, Commerce extended deadlines in all administrative proceedings by 68 days. The final determination deadline was set to January 28, 2026. The Issues and Decision Memorandum contains the full discussion of the facts and decisions. This memorandum is available at https://access.trade.gov/public/FRNoticesListLayout.aspx. SCOPE This investigation covers certain multifunctional acrylate and methacrylate monomers and acrylated bisphenol-A epoxy based oligomers. These substances are created using acrylic or methacrylic acid. A full list of the specific chemical names and CAS numbers is provided in Appendix I of the notice. There were no changes to the scope from the preliminary determination. No interested party commented on the scope. ADVERSE FACTS AVAILABLE (AFA) Eternal Materials, Qualipoly, and Synth-Edge did not participate in the investigation. Therefore, Commerce assigned them a dumping margin based on adverse facts available under sections 776(a) and (b) of the Tariff Act. Commerce also applied AFA rates to these firms in its preliminary findings. No new details were submitted that changed this decision. All “other” producers and exporters were assigned a dumping margin based on a simple average of the petition rates. CRITICAL CIRCUMSTANCES Commerce determined that critical circumstances exist for the named companies and all other producers/exporters. Commerce used adverse facts available in making this finding for the mandatory respondents. ALL-OTHERS RATE Since all dumping margins were based on AFA, Commerce applied the simple average of the margins alleged in the petition to “all others.” This rate is 130.23 percent. FINAL DUMPING MARGINS Commerce assigned the following final estimated weighted-average dumping margins: Eternal Materials Co., Ltd.: 130.23% Qualipoly Chemical Corporation: 130.23% Synth-Edge Advanced Material Co., Ltd.: 130.23% All Others: 130.23% SUSPENSION OF LIQUIDATION Commerce instructed U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to suspend liquidation of entries of the goods subject to this investigation which entered U.S. commerce on or after June 11, 2025. This is 90 days before the preliminary determination. For entries on or after January 7, 2026, when provisional measures ended, suspension of liquidation will stop unless the International Trade Commission (ITC) makes a final affirmative injury determination. If the ITC determines that injury exists, Commerce will issue an antidumping duty order. If the ITC determines there is no injury, the proceeding will be terminated and all deposits will be refunded. EXPORT SUBSIDY OFFSET No countervailable export subsidies were found in the companion countervailing duty investigation. Therefore, Commerce did not adjust the cash deposit rates for export subsidies. ITC ROLE If the ITC makes a final determination of material injury, Commerce will impose a duty order. The ITC has 45 days from the final determination to make its decision. APO REMINDER If the ITC issues a negative injury determination, Commerce reminds parties to comply with administrative protective order (APO) procedures, including destruction of proprietary data. ADMINISTRATIVE DETAILS This action was signed by Christopher Abbott, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Policy and Negotiations. The final determination was issued in accordance with sections 735(d) and 777(i)(1) of the Tariff Act of 1930, as amended. For more information, contact Jaron Moore at the International Trade Administration at (202) 482-3640. Complete legal details and supporting documents are available by searching document number 2026-02123 at www.gpo.gov. 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.
Finished Carbon Steel Flanges From India: Preliminary Results and Rescission, in Part, of Countervailing Duty Administrative Review; 2023
Preliminary Countervailing Duty Review Results for Steel Flanges from India Released Estimated reading time: 5–8 minutes The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) has released the preliminary results of the countervailing duty (CVD) administrative review for finished carbon steel flanges from India. The review period was from January 1, 2023, through December 31, 2023. Commerce has found that countervailable subsidies were given to certain Indian producers and/or exporters of finished carbon steel flanges. Mandatory Respondents Commerce selected two companies for individual examination: Norma (India) Ltd. and R. N. Gupta & Company Limited (RNG). Commerce has preliminarily determined the following subsidy rates: Norma (India) Ltd., USK Export Private Limited, Uma Shanker Khandelwal and Co., and Bansidhar Chiranjilal: 2.40 percent ad valorem. R. N. Gupta & Company Limited: 2.27 percent ad valorem. These companies were found to receive subsidies that were specific and provided financial benefits by an authority, in line with section 771 of the Tariff Act. Non-Selected Companies Three companies not individually examined received a subsidy rate based on a weighted average of the mandatory respondents’ rates: BFN Forgings Private Limited Echjay Industries Pvt. Ltd. Munish Forge Private Limited These companies have been assigned a rate of 2.32 percent ad valorem. Company Name Change Munish Forge Private Limited submitted a company name change notification. Commerce needs more time to evaluate this change for its impact on operations, ownership, and legal structure. Rescission of Review Commerce has rescinded the review for three companies: Balkrishna Steel Forge Pvt. Ltd. Cetus Engineering Private Limited Jai Auto Pvt. Ltd. This decision was taken as all parties requesting the review of these companies withdrew their requests within 90 days from the initiation notice, under 19 CFR 351.213(d)(1). Delays and Extensions Key events caused multiple deadline changes: On December 9, 2024, Commerce extended the preliminary results deadline by 90 days. On July 16, 2025, the deadline was further extended by 110 days to November 19, 2025. On November 14, 2025, a lapse in Federal Government appropriations led to a 47-day tolling of all deadlines. On November 24, 2025, Commerce added an additional 21-day tolling due to a backlog in its electronic filing system (ACCESS). The final preliminary deadline moved to January 28, 2026, due to a Commerce office closure from inclement weather. Public Comments Commerce invites comments from interested parties: Case briefs are due within 21 days after publication. Rebuttal briefs may be filed five days later. Briefs must include a table of contents and a table of authorities. Executive summaries of issues should be no more than 450 words each. All submissions must be filed electronically via ACCESS and received by 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time. Hearings Parties wishing to request a hearing must file a request within 30 days after publication. Requests must include: Name Address Phone number Number of participants List of issues to be discussed Assessment Rates After final results, Commerce will direct U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to assess duties: For rescinded companies: at the deposit rate in effect at entry. For reviewed companies: based on the final subsidy rate. Commerce will wait 35 days after final publication before issuing instructions to CBP. Cash Deposit Requirements Deposits of estimated countervailing duties will continue at the final published rates for all relevant entries on or after the final results. Final Results and Timeline Commerce intends to release the final review results within 120 days of publication of the preliminary results, in line with 19 CFR 351.213(h)(2). Authority This notice is issued under the authority granted by sections 751(a)(1) and 777(i)(1) of the Tariff Act of 1930 and 19 CFR 351.221(b)(4). For further information, contact: Amber Hodak AD/CVD Operations, Office VI Enforcement and Compliance U.S. Department of Commerce Tel: (202) 842-8034 Appendix: Topics in Preliminary Decision Memorandum Summary Background Scope of the Order Munish Forge Private Corporate Name Change Diversification of India’s Economy Use of Facts Otherwise Available and Application of Adverse Inferences Subsidies Valuation Benchmarks and Interest Rates Analysis of Programs Recommendation Published under: Federal Register Volume 91, Number 22. Document number: 2026-02125. Date: 2026-02-03. 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, International Trade Administration Briefing 2026-02-03
Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Briefing 2026-02-03 Estimated reading time: 5 minutes 1. Finished Carbon Steel Flanges From India: Preliminary Results and Rescission, in Part, of Countervailing Duty Administrative Review; 2023 Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/03/2026-02125/finished-carbon-steel-flanges-from-india-preliminary-results-and-rescission-in-part-of Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) preliminarily determines that countervailable subsidies were provided to certain producers and/or exporters of finished carbon steel flanges (steel flanges) from India. The period of review (POR) is January 1, 2023, through December 31, 2023. Interested parties are invited to comment on these preliminary results. 2. Certain Monomers and Oligomers From Taiwan: Final Affirmative Determination of Sales at Less Than Fair Value and Final Affirmative Critical Circumstances Determination Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/03/2026-02123/certain-monomers-and-oligomers-from-taiwan-final-affirmative-determination-of-sales-at-less-than Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) determines that certain monomers and oligomers (monomers and oligomers) from Taiwan are being, or are likely to be, sold in the United States at less than fair value (LTFV) and determines that critical circumstances existed with respect to imports of subject merchandise from Taiwan. The period of investigation (POI) is January 1, 2024, through December 31, 2024. 3. Circular Welded Carbon Quality Steel Pipe From the People’s Republic of China: Final Affirmative Determination of Circumvention of the Antidumping Duty and Countervailing Duty Orders Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/03/2026-02104/circular-welded-carbon-quality-steel-pipe-from-the-peoples-republic-of-china-final-affirmative Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) determines that imports of circular welded carbon quality steel pipe (CWP) completed in the Sultanate of Oman (Oman) using hot-rolled steel (HRS) produced in the People's Republic of China (China) are circumventing the antidumping duty (AD) and countervailing duty (CVD) orders on CWP 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.
Justice Department, Drug Enforcement Administration Briefing 2026-02-02
Justice Department, Drug Enforcement Administration Briefing 2026-02-02 Estimated reading time: 5 minutes 1. Importer of Controlled Substances Application: Mylan Inc. Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/02/2026-01947/importer-of-controlled-substances-application-mylan-inc Sub: Justice Department, Drug Enforcement Administration Content: Mylan Inc. has applied to be registered as an importer of basic class(es) of controlled substance(s). Refer to Supplementary Information listed below for further drug information. 2. Importer of Controlled Substances Application: Medi-Physics Inc. DBA GE Healthcare Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/02/2026-01946/importer-of-controlled-substances-application-medi-physics-inc-dba-ge-healthcare Sub: Justice Department, Drug Enforcement Administration Content: Medi-Physics Inc. DBA GE Healthcare has applied to be registered as an importer of basic class(es) of controlled substance(s). Refer to Supplementary Information listed below for further drug information. 3. Importer of Controlled Substances Application: Sharp Clinical Services, LLC Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/02/2026-01944/importer-of-controlled-substances-application-sharp-clinical-services-llc Sub: Justice Department, Drug Enforcement Administration Content: Sharp Clinical Services, LLC has applied to be registered as an importer of basic class(es) of controlled substance(s). Refer to Supplementary Information listed below for further drug information. 4. Bulk Manufacturer of Controlled Substances Application: Promega Corporation Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/02/2026-01940/bulk-manufacturer-of-controlled-substances-application-promega-corporation Sub: Justice Department, Drug Enforcement Administration Content: Promega Corporation has applied to be registered as a bulk manufacturer of basic class(es) of controlled substance(s). Refer to Supplementary Information listed below for further drug information. 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, International Trade Administration Briefing 2026-02-02
Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Briefing 2026-02-02 Estimated reading time: 5 minutes 1. Initiation of Five-Year (Sunset) Reviews Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/02/2026-02090/initiation-of-five-year-sunset-reviews Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: In accordance with the Tariff Act of 1930, as amended (the Act), the U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) is automatically initiating the five-year reviews (Sunset Reviews) of the antidumping duty (AD) and countervailing duty (CVD) orders and suspended investigations listed below. The U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) is publishing concurrently with this notice its notice of Institution of Five-Year Reviews which covers the same orders and suspended investigations. 2. Antidumping or Countervailing Duty Order, Finding, or Suspended Investigation; Advance Notification of Sunset Review Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/02/2026-02089/antidumping-or-countervailing-duty-order-finding-or-suspended-investigation-advance-notification-of Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration 3. Antidumping or Countervailing Duty Order, Finding, or Suspended Investigation; Opportunity To Request Administrative Review and Join Annual Inquiry Service List Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/02/2026-02082/antidumping-or-countervailing-duty-order-finding-or-suspended-investigation-opportunity-to-request Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration 4. Procedures for Submissions by Importers of Medium- and Heavy-Duty Vehicles Qualifying for Preferential Tariff Treatment Under the USMCA To Determine U.S. Content Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/02/2026-02049/procedures-for-submissions-by-importers-of-medium–and-heavy-duty-vehicles-qualifying-for Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: In Presidential Proclamation 10984 of October 17, 2025, “Adjusting Imports of Medium- and Heavy-Duty Vehicles, Medium- and Heavy-Duty Vehicle Parts, and Buses Into the United States” (Proclamation 10984), the President imposed additional tariffs on imports of specified medium- and heavy-duty vehicles (MHDVs), medium- and heavy-duty vehicles parts (MHDVPs), and buses to eliminate the threat to national security posed by such imports. That Proclamation also provided that for MHDVs that qualify for preferential tariff treatment under the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA), importers of such MHDVs may submit documentation to the Secretary of Commerce (Secretary) identifying the amount of U.S. content in each model imported into the United States. This notice announces procedures for submission and review of such documentation by the Department of Commerce (Department). 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.
International Trade Commission Briefing 2026-02-02
International Trade Commission Briefing 2026-02-02 Estimated reading time: 5 minutes 1. Certain Rechargeable Batteries and Components Thereof; Notice of a Commission Determination To Issue a Limited Exclusion Order; Termination of Investigation Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/02/2026-02075/certain-rechargeable-batteries-and-components-thereof-notice-of-a-commission-determination-to-issue Sub: International Trade Commission Content: Notice is hereby given that the U.S. International Trade Commission ("Commission") has determined to issue a limited exclusion order ("LEO") barring entry of certain rechargeable batteries and components thereof by or on behalf of respondent Shenzhen Yichen S- Power Tech Co. LTD ("Yichen") of Shenzhen, China previously found to be in default. The investigation is terminated. 2. Difluoromethane (R-32) From China; Institution of a Five-Year Review Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/02/2026-02052/difluoromethane-r-32-from-china-institution-of-a-five-year-review Sub: International Trade Commission Content: The Commission hereby gives notice that it has instituted a review pursuant to the Tariff Act of 1930 ("the Act"), as amended, to determine whether revocation of the antidumping duty order on difluoromethane (R-32) from China would be likely to lead to continuation or recurrence of material injury. Pursuant to the Act, interested parties are requested to respond to this notice by submitting the information specified below to the Commission. 3. Notice of Receipt of Complaint; Solicitation of Comments Relating to the Public Interest Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/02/2026-02051/notice-of-receipt-of-complaint-solicitation-of-comments-relating-to-the-public-interest Sub: International Trade Commission Content: Notice is hereby given that the U.S. International Trade Commission has received a complaint entitled Certain Magnetoresistive Random Access Memory (MRAM) Devices, Products Containing the Same and Components Thereof, DN 3880; the Commission is soliciting comments on any public interest issues raised by the complaint or complainant's filing pursuant to the Commission's Rules of Practice and Procedure. 4. Hand Trucks and Certain Parts Thereof From China; Institution of a Five-Year Review Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/02/2026-02050/hand-trucks-and-certain-parts-thereof-from-china-institution-of-a-five-year-review Sub: International Trade Commission Content: The Commission hereby gives notice that it has instituted a review pursuant to the Tariff Act of 1930, as amended, to determine whether revocation of the antidumping duty order on hand trucks and certain parts thereof from China would be likely to lead to continuation or recurrence of material injury. Pursuant to the Act, interested parties are requested to respond to this notice by submitting the information specified below to the Commission. 5. Certain Preserved Mushrooms From Chile, China, India, and Indonesia; Institution of Five-Year Reviews Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/02/2026-02047/certain-preserved-mushrooms-from-chile-china-india-and-indonesia-institution-of-five-year-reviews Sub: International Trade Commission Content: The Commission hereby gives notice that it has instituted reviews pursuant to the Tariff Act of 1930, as amended, to determine whether revocation of the antidumping duty orders on certain preserved mushrooms from Chile, China, India, and Indonesia would be likely to lead to continuation or recurrence of material injury. Pursuant to the Act, interested parties are requested to respond to this notice by submitting the information specified below to the Commission. 6. Crepe Paper From China; Institution of a Five-Year Review Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/02/2026-02046/crepe-paper-from-china-institution-of-a-five-year-review Sub: International Trade Commission Content: The Commission hereby gives notice that it has instituted a review pursuant to the Tariff Act of 1930, as amended, to determine whether revocation of the antidumping duty order on crepe paper from China would be likely to lead to continuation or recurrence of material injury. Pursuant to the Act, interested parties are requested to respond to this notice by submitting the information specified below to the Commission. 7. Corrosion Inhibitors From China; Institution of Five-Year Reviews Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/02/2026-02045/corrosion-inhibitors-from-china-institution-of-five-year-reviews Sub: International Trade Commission Content: The Commission hereby gives notice that it has instituted reviews pursuant to the Tariff Act of 1930 ("the Act"), as amended, to determine whether revocation of the antidumping and countervailing duty orders on corrosion inhibitors from China would be likely to lead to continuation or recurrence of material injury. Pursuant to the Act, interested parties are requested to respond to this notice by submitting the information specified below to the Commission. 8. Large Vertical Shaft Engines From China; Institution of Five-Year Reviews Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/02/2026-02044/large-vertical-shaft-engines-from-china-institution-of-five-year-reviews Sub: International Trade Commission Content: The Commission hereby gives notice that it has instituted reviews pursuant to the Tariff Act of 1930 ("the Act"), as amended, to determine whether revocation of the countervailing and antidumping duty orders on large vertical shaft engines from China would be likely to lead to continuation or recurrence of material injury. Pursuant to the Act, interested parties are requested to respond to this notice by submitting the information specified below to the Commission. 9. Certain Medical Imaging Devices; Notice of Institution of Investigation Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/02/2026-01968/certain-medical-imaging-devices-notice-of-institution-of-investigation Sub: International Trade Commission Content: Notice is hereby given that a complaint was filed with the U.S. International Trade Commission on December 29, 2025, under section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930, as amended, on behalf of MolecuLight Inc. of Canada and MolecuLight Corp. of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Supplements to the complaint were filed on January 12, 14, and 20, 2026. The complaint, as supplemented, alleges violations of section 337 based upon the importation into the United States, the sale for importation, and the sale within the United States after importation of certain medical imaging devices by reason of the infringement of certain claims of U.S. Patent No. 10,438,356 ("the '356 patent"). The complaint, as supplemented, further alleges that an industry in the United States exists as required by the applicable Federal Statute. The complainant requests that the Commission institute an investigation and, after the investigation, issue a limited exclusion order and cease and desist orders. 10. Certain Photodynamic Therapy Systems, Components Thereof, and Pharmaceutical Products Used in Combination With the Same; Notice of a Commission Determination To Review in Part a Final Initial Determination Finding a Violation of Section 337; Request for Written Submissions on Remedy, the Public Interest, and Bonding Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/02/2026-01954/certain-photodynamic-therapy-systems-components-thereof-and-pharmaceutical-products-used-in Sub: International Trade Commission Content: Notice is hereby given that the U.S. International Trade Commission ("Commission") has determined to review in part a final initial determination ("FID") of the presiding administrative law judge ("ALJ"), finding a violation of section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930, as amended. The Commission requests written submissions from the parties, interested government agencies, and other interested persons on the issues of remedy, the public interest, and bonding, under the
US Highlights 2026-01-29
US–China Trade Daily Highlights | 2026-01-29 1) Executive Summary Two China-related trade proceedings were published today, both by the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC). The first involves the scheduling of full five-year reviews regarding antidumping and countervailing duty orders on light-walled rectangular pipe and tube from China and several other countries. The second concerns a Section 337 investigation into wireless front-end modules and devices, where the ITC seeks public interest submissions following an Initial and Recommended Determination. Key policy instruments include antidumping/countervailing duties and Section 337 exclusion orders. 2) Updates by Authority INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION (ITC) Light-Walled Rectangular Pipe and Tube — AD/CVD (Scheduling of Full Five-Year Reviews) The ITC has scheduled full five-year reviews under the Tariff Act of 1930 to assess whether revoking the countervailing duty order on light-walled rectangular pipe and tube from China and the antidumping duty orders from China, Mexico, South Korea, and Turkey would likely result in the continuation or recurrence of material injury to the U.S. industry. The Commission has exercised its authority to extend the review period by up to 90 days and tolled its schedule due to a lapse in appropriations. Written submissions, hearings, and filing deadlines are outlined for the review period extending through mid-2026. Authority: International Trade Commission Policy Type: AD/CVD Event Type: Scheduling notice for full five-year reviews China Indicator: Explicit Investigation Nos.: 701-TA-449 and 731-TA-1118–1121 (Third Review) Key Dates: Issued January 27, 2026; hearing scheduled June 25, 2026; final comments due August 3, 2026 Source: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/light-walled-rectangular-pipe-and-tube-from-china-mexico-south-korea-and-turkey-scheduling-of-full-five-year-reviews/ Wireless Front-End Modules — Section 337 Investigation (Request for Public Interest Submissions) The ITC announced the issuance of an Initial Determination on Violation of Section 337 and a Recommended Determination on remedy and bonding in the investigation involving certain wireless front-end modules and devices. The investigation includes respondents Kangxi Communication Technologies (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. and Ruijie Networks Co., Ltd. of China, along with a U.S. firm. The Commission is requesting public and government submissions regarding potential public interest implications should a general or limited exclusion order or cease and desist orders be issued. Authority: International Trade Commission Policy Type: ITC_337 (Section 337 Investigation) Event Type: Notice requesting public interest submissions China Indicator: Explicit Investigation No.: 337-TA-1413 Key Companies: Kangxi Communication Technologies (Shanghai) Co., Ltd.; Ruijie Networks Co., Ltd.; Grand Chip Labs, Inc. Submission Deadline: February 24, 2026 Source: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/certain-wireless-front-end-modules-and-devices-containing-the-same-notice-of-request-for-submissions-on-the-public-interest/ 3) Key Takeaways (Factual) The ITC is conducting full five-year reviews concerning AD/CVD orders on light-walled rectangular pipe and tube from China and other countries, with deadlines extending into August 2026. The Commission extended the review period due to its complexity and tolled the schedule following a lapse in appropriations. In a separate proceeding, the ITC’s administrative law judge issued Initial and Recommended Determinations regarding Section 337 violations in wireless technology components. Public interest submissions are invited concerning potential exclusion orders in the wireless modules case involving Chinese and U.S. respondents. Both notices were issued under the ITC’s authority pursuant to the Tariff Act of 1930. 4) Full Source Links (Index) Light-Walled Rectangular Pipe and Tube — AD/CVD Scheduling Review Wireless Front-End Modules — Section 337 Public Interest Notice 5) Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected and summarized from publicly available U.S. government materials, including the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content presented is not an official government publication and does not represent the views of any U.S. government authority. This article is provided for informational and research purposes only and does not constitute legal advice, compliance advice, or recommendations for any specific entity or transaction. Readers should refer to the original official documents and consult qualified professionals before making decisions based on this information.
Certain Wireless Front-End Modules and Devices Containing the Same; Notice of Request for Submissions on the Public Interest
Federal Trade Agency Requests Public Comments in Wireless Module Investigation Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes On January 23, 2026, the administrative law judge (ALJ) at the U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) issued an Initial Determination. The ruling found a violation of Section 337 in Investigation No. 337-TA-1413. The ALJ also issued a Recommended Determination on the remedy and bonding. The Commission is now asking for public comments based on the proposed actions. These may include a general or limited exclusion order. These orders would apply to certain wireless front-end modules and devices that include them. The devices in question were imported, sold for importation, or sold after importation by the following companies: Kangxi Communication Technologies (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. of Shanghai, China Grand Chip Labs, Inc. of Tustin, California Ruijie Networks Co., Ltd. of Fuzhou, China In addition to exclusion orders, the ALJ recommended cease and desist orders directed at all three companies. The Commission seeks input on how the proposed orders could impact the public. The public and government agencies may submit responses by February 24, 2026. Submissions must be no longer than five pages, including any attachments. They must be filed electronically. Comments should mention the investigation number, “Inv. No. 337-TA-1413,” clearly on the cover or first page. Key public interest topics that the Commission wants comments on are: (i) How the affected wireless modules and products are used in the U.S. (ii) Any concerns about public health, safety, or welfare related to these products. (iii) U.S.-made products that could replace the targeted devices if excluded. (iv) Whether suppliers in the U.S. can meet demand in a short, reasonable time. (v) How the exclusion orders would affect consumers in the U.S. The request for comments is made under Section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930 (19 U.S.C. 1337) and the Commission’s rules (19 CFR part 210). The Commission may choose not to exclude the products if the exclusion would negatively affect U.S. public health, the economy, or consumers. Comments containing confidential information must follow the Commission’s rules. Any such submissions must be marked clearly and filed together with a non-confidential version. All submissions—unless marked as confidential—will be available for public viewing on the Commission’s Electronic Docket Information System (EDIS) at https://edis.usitc.gov. For assistance, contact Houda Morad, Esq. in the Office of the General Counsel at (202) 708-4716. For help with EDIS access, email edismail@usitc.gov. For general Commission information, visit https://www.usitc.gov. This notice was issued by order of the Commission on January 26, 2026. Lisa Barton, Secretary to the Commission, signed the notice. It was published in the Federal Register on January 29, 2026 (Volume 91, Number 19, Pages 3927–3928). Document Number: 2026-01729. Billing Code: 7020-02-P. 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.
Light-Walled Rectangular Pipe and Tube From China, Mexico, South Korea, and Turkey, Scheduling of Full Five-Year Reviews
U.S. Opens Full Five-Year Review of Pipe and Tube Imports from Four Countries Estimated reading time: 5–7 minutes The U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) has scheduled full five-year reviews concerning light-walled rectangular pipe and tube imports. These reviews involve products from China, Mexico, South Korea, and Turkey. The Commission is reviewing whether revoking the orders would lead to harm to U.S. industry. These orders include both a countervailing duty order on Chinese imports and antidumping duty orders on imports from all four countries. The review is being carried out under the Tariff Act of 1930. The USITC determined on November 24, 2025, that full reviews should proceed. This followed a notice of institution and review of responses. The Federal Register published this determination on December 8, 2025 (90 FR 56801). The USITC also announced a 90-day extension of the review period because the case was marked “extraordinarily complicated.” A government shutdown also caused a delay in Commission operations, leading to a pause in the schedule. The reviews are being conducted under section 751(c)(5) of the law (19 U.S.C. 1675(c)(5)). The Commission has posted the related public documents online. All businesses, users, and consumer groups who want to take part must file an “entry of appearance.” This must be done within 45 days after the notice is published in the Federal Register. Those who had filed a notice at the start of the review do not need to refile. The public service list will contain the names and addresses of all participants. The public can follow updates and access documents via the Commission’s Electronic Document Information System (https://edis.usitc.gov). Only electronic filings will be accepted. No paper-based or in-person filings will be accepted at this time. Parties who want access to business proprietary information (BPI) must apply no later than 45 days after this notice. Access requires an Administrative Protective Order (APO). The Secretary will maintain a separate service list for these parties. The staff report will become available on June 4, 2026. A public version will follow afterward. An in-person hearing on the reviews will take place on Thursday, June 25, 2026, starting at 9:30 a.m. The deadline to request a hearing appearance is Thursday, June 18, 2026, at 5:15 p.m. Parties requesting to appear by videoconference must include a statement explaining why in-person attendance is not possible. Requests due to illness or a positive COVID-19 result may be submitted by 3 p.m. the day before. A prehearing conference, if needed, is scheduled for 9:30 a.m. on Wednesday, June 24, 2026. Hearing participants must file written testimony and presentation slides by noon on that date. All oral testimony, in-court and written submissions for the hearing, must follow USITC rules. Parties wishing to present information in camera must request this no later than seven business days before the hearing. Prehearing briefs must follow rule section 207.65 and be filed by 5:15 p.m. on June 15, 2026. Posthearing briefs and final hearing submissions are due by 5:15 p.m. on July 7, 2026. Any member of the public who is not a formal party may submit information by the same July 7, 2026, deadline. On July 30, 2026, the Commission will release any new information to all parties. Parties may submit final comments by 5:15 p.m. on August 3, 2026. These comments must not include new facts and must follow rule section 207.68. All submissions must meet the Commission’s rules found in sections 201.6, 201.8, 207.3, and 207.7. A detailed filing guide is available at: https://www.usitc.gov/documents/handbook_on_filing_procedures.pdf. Documents must be served on all other parties and include a certificate of service. Contact Eric Forden at (202) 205-3235 for more details. Hearing-impaired individuals can use the TDD at 202-205-1810. This notice was issued on January 27, 2026, by Lisa Barton, Secretary to the Commission. Federal Register Document: 2026-01761 Printed: January 29, 2026 Pages: 3928–3930 BILLING CODE: 7020-02-P Available at: www.usitc.gov 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.
International Trade Commission Briefing 2026-01-29
International Trade Commission Briefing 2026-01-29 Estimated reading time: 5 minutes 1. Light-Walled Rectangular Pipe and Tube From China, Mexico, South Korea, and Turkey, Scheduling of Full Five-Year Reviews Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/01/29/2026-01761/light-walled-rectangular-pipe-and-tube-from-china-mexico-south-korea-and-turkey-scheduling-of-full Sub: International Trade Commission Content: The Commission hereby gives notice of the scheduling of full reviews pursuant to the Tariff Act of 1930 to determine whether revocation of the countervailing duty order on light-walled rectangular pipe and tube from China and the antidumping duty orders on light- walled rectangular pipe and tube from China, Mexico, South Korea, and Turkey would be likely to lead to continuation or recurrence of material injury within a reasonably foreseeable time. The Commission has determined to exercise its authority to extend the review period by up to 90 days. Additionally, due to the lapse in appropriations and ensuing cessation of Commission operations, the Commission tolled its schedule for this proceeding. 2. Certain Wireless Front-End Modules and Devices Containing the Same; Notice of Request for Submissions on the Public Interest Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/01/29/2026-01729/certain-wireless-front-end-modules-and-devices-containing-the-same-notice-of-request-for-submissions Sub: International Trade Commission Content: Notice is hereby given that on January 23, 2026, the presiding administrative law judge (“ALJ”) issued an Initial Determination on Violation of Section 337. The ALJ also issued a Recommended Determination on remedy and bonding should a violation be found in the above-captioned investigation. The Commission is soliciting submissions on public interest issues raised by the recommended relief should the Commission find a violation. This notice is soliciting comments from the public and interested government agencies only. 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.
US Highlights 2026-01-28
US–China Trade Daily Highlights | 2026-01-28 1) Executive Summary Two sanctions-related actions were published today by the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC). Both actions involve updates to OFAC’s Specially Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons (SDN) List pursuant to Executive Orders 14059 and 13902. The measures include designations of individuals, entities, and vessels associated with illicit drug trafficking and other sanctionable activities. The principal policy tool applied today is economic sanctions through SDN listings. 2) Updates by Authority Department of the Treasury, Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) Costa Rica Individuals and Entities — Sanctions Listing (Sanctions Action) OFAC added several individuals and entities in Costa Rica to the Specially Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons (SDN) List under Executive Order 14059, Imposing Sanctions on Foreign Persons Involved in the Global Illicit Drug Trade. The action blocks all property and interests in property subject to U.S. jurisdiction of the designated persons and entities. Key Details: Authority: Department of the Treasury, Office of Foreign Assets Control Policy Type: Sanctions Listing Event Type: Sanctions China Indicator: None Legal authority: Executive Order 14059 (E.O. 14059) Designated entities/persons: Multiple individuals and companies in Costa Rica, including Luis Manuel Picado Grijalba and affiliates Effective date: January 22, 2026 Federal Register: Volume 91, Number 18, Pages 3782–3783 (FR Doc. 2026-01661) Source: Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/notice-of-ofac-sanctions-actions-7/ Persons and Vessels — Sanctions Listing (Sanctions Action) OFAC announced the designation of additional persons and vessels under its Sanctions programs, identifying them on the SDN List pursuant to Executive Order 13902. The listed vessels are noted as property in which blocked persons have an interest. All associated property and interests in property within U.S. jurisdiction are blocked. Key Details: Authority: Department of the Treasury, Office of Foreign Assets Control Policy Type: Sanctions Listing Event Type: Sanctions China Indicator: None Legal authority: Executive Order 13902 (E.O. 13902) Designated assets: Individuals and vessels Effective date: January 23, 2026 Federal Register: Volume 91, Number 18, Pages 3783–3786 (FR Doc. 2026-01646) Source: Link: https://lawyerfanzhang.com/notice-of-ofac-sanctions-action-15/ 3) Key Takeaways (Factual) OFAC issued two separate SDN List updates on January 22 and 23, 2026. The first action targeted Costa Rican individuals and entities involved in illicit drug activities under Executive Order 14059. The second action added individuals and vessels associated with sanctions authorized under Executive Order 13902. Both actions result in blocking of property and prohibitions on transactions by U.S. persons. These are routine updates within OFAC’s ongoing sanctions enforcement operations. 4) Full Source Links (Index) https://lawyerfanzhang.com/notice-of-ofac-sanctions-actions-7/ (Costa Rica Individuals and Entities – E.O. 14059) https://lawyerfanzhang.com/notice-of-ofac-sanctions-action-15/ (Persons and Vessels – E.O. 13902) 5) Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected and summarized from publicly available U.S. government materials, including the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content presented is not an official government publication and does not represent the views of any U.S. government authority. This article is provided for informational and research purposes only and does not constitute legal advice, compliance advice, or recommendations for any specific entity or transaction. Readers should refer to the original official documents and consult qualified professionals before making decisions based on this information.
Notice of OFAC Sanctions Action
U.S. Treasury Issues New Sanctions on Individuals and Vessels Estimated reading time: 2–4 minutes Date: 2026-01-28 Source: Federal Register, Volume 91, Number 18 On January 23, 2026, the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) issued a new sanctions action. This action adds persons and vessels to the Specially Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons List (SDN List). These designations mean all property and interests in property of the listed persons or vessels that are in the U.S. or under the control of U.S. persons are blocked. U.S. persons are generally not allowed to conduct transactions or provide services to the persons or vessels on the list. OFAC identified one or more legal grounds that allow the action under Executive Order 13902. The assets of the named persons and vessels are now legally frozen under U.S. jurisdiction. The vessels named have been identified as property in which a blocked person has an interest. This action took effect as of January 23, 2026. The notice was published in the Federal Register on January 28, 2026, in pages 3783 to 3786. People can find the SDN List and learn more about OFAC sanctions by visiting the website: https://ofac.treasury.gov. For further questions, the public can contact: Associate Director for Global Targeting at 202-622-2420 Assistant Director for Licensing at 202-622-2480 Assistant Director for Sanctions Compliance at 202-622-2490 Or use the contact form at https://ofac.treasury.gov/contact-ofac The action was announced by Bradley T. Smith, Director of the Office of Foreign Assets Control. Federal Register Document Number: 2026-01646 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.
Notice of OFAC Sanctions Actions
U.S. Treasury Imposes Sanctions on Individuals and Entities in Costa Rica for Drug Trade Ties Estimated reading time: 5–7 minutes The U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has announced new sanctions related to the global illicit drug trade. This action follows Executive Order 14059, “Imposing Sanctions on Foreign Persons Involved in the Global Illicit Drug Trade,” signed on December 15, 2021. The designations were made on January 22, 2026. The listed individuals and entities are now added to OFAC’s Specially Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons List (SDN List). All property and interests in property subject to U.S. jurisdiction are now blocked. U.S. persons are generally prohibited from engaging in transactions with them. INDIVIDUALS SANCTIONED: Anita Yorleny Mc Donal Rodriguez – Also known as Anita McDonald Rodriguez – From Limon, Costa Rica – Date of Birth: October 4, 1974 – Cedula No. 701120514 – Linked to Luis Manuel Picado Grijalba – Designated under Section 1(b)(iii) of Executive Order 14059 for acting for or on behalf of Picado Grijalba Estefania Mc Donald Rodriguez – Also known as Estefania McDonald Rodriguez – From Costa Rica – Date of Birth: April 9, 1992 – Cedula No. 702100887 – Linked to Luis Manuel Picado Grijalba – Designated under Section 1(b)(iii) of Executive Order 14059 for acting for or on behalf of Picado Grijalba Tonny Alexander Pena Russell – Also known as Tonny Alexander Peña Russell – From Limon, Costa Rica – Date of Birth: December 29, 1987 – Cedula No. 701820333 – Linked to Luis Manuel Picado Grijalba – Designated under Section 1(b)(i)(B) of Executive Order 14059 for providing support to Picado Grijalba Luis Manuel Picado Grijalba – Also known as “Shock” – From Limon, Costa Rica – Date of Birth: December 22, 1981 – Cedula No. 801190098 – Designated under Section 1(a)(i) of Executive Order 14059 for contributing to the international proliferation of illicit drugs Jordie Kevin Picado Grijalba – Also known as “Noni” – From Limon, Costa Rica – Date of Birth: May 19, 1993 – Cedula No. 702200042 – Designated under Section 1(a)(i) of Executive Order 14059 for contributing to the international proliferation of illicit drugs ENTITIES SANCTIONED: 3-101-507688 SA – Located in Limon, Costa Rica – Tax ID No. 3-101-507688 – Linked to Estefania Mc Donald Rodriguez – Designated under Section 1(b)(iii) of Executive Order 14059 ASOCIACION DE LIDERES LIMONENSES DEL SECTOR PESQUERO (also known as “ASOLIPES”) – Located in Limon, Costa Rica – Tax ID No. 3-002-384913 – Linked to Anita Yorleny Mc Donal Rodriguez – Designated under Section 1(b)(iii) of Executive Order 14059 CELAJES DE YORK CDY SA – Located in Limon, Costa Rica – Tax ID No. 3-101-313254 – Linked to Estefania Mc Donald Rodriguez – Designated under Section 1(b)(iii) of Executive Order 14059 INVERSIONES LAURITA L AND L SA (also known as INVERSIONES LAURITA L&L SA) – Located in San Jose, Costa Rica – Tax ID No. 3-101-703720 – Linked to Estefania Mc Donald Rodriguez – Designated under Section 1(b)(iii) of Executive Order 14059 MAGIC ESTHETIC SALON SA – Located in San Jose, Costa Rica – Tax ID No. 3-101-800676 – Linked to Estefania Mc Donald Rodriguez and Anita Yorleny Mc Donal Rodriguez – Designated under Section 1(b)(iii) of Executive Order 14059 U.S. persons are forbidden from doing business with these individuals and entities. Any property or interests under U.S. jurisdiction are now frozen. OFAC’s SDN List and sanctions details are publicly available on its website: https://ofac.treasury.gov For further questions, contact OFAC at 202-622-2420 or visit https://ofac.treasury.gov/contact-ofac Official reference: Federal Register Volume 91, Number 18 (January 28, 2026), Document No. 2026-01661. 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.
Treasury Department, Foreign Assets Control Office Briefing 2026-01-28
Treasury Department, Foreign Assets Control Office Briefing 2026-01-28 Estimated reading time: 5 minutes 1. Notice of OFAC Sanctions Actions Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/01/28/2026-01661/notice-of-ofac-sanctions-actions Sub: Treasury Department, Foreign Assets Control Office Content: The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is publishing the names of one or more persons that have been placed on OFAC's Specially Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons List (SDN List) based on OFAC's determination that one or more applicable legal criteria were satisfied. All property and interests in property subject to U.S. jurisdiction of these persons are blocked, and U.S. persons are generally prohibited from engaging in transactions with them. 2. Notice of OFAC Sanctions Action Link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/01/28/2026-01646/notice-of-ofac-sanctions-action Sub: Treasury Department, Foreign Assets Control Office Content: The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is publishing the names of one or more persons and vessels that have been placed on OFAC's Specially Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons List (SDN List) based on OFAC's determination that one or more applicable legal criteria were satisfied. All property and interests in property subject to U.S. jurisdiction of these persons are blocked, and U.S. persons are generally prohibited from engaging in transactions with them. The vessels placed on the SDN List have been identified as property in which a blocked person has an interest. 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.
US Highlights 2026-01-27
US–China Trade Daily Highlights | 2026-01-27 1) Executive Summary Eight China-related trade remedy and Section 337 events were published on January 27, 2026. The U.S. Department of Commerce (International Trade Administration) and the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) were the primary authorities involved. Actions included antidumping (AD) and countervailing duty (CVD) orders, administrative review results, a circumvention inquiry, and several Section 337 patent-investigation updates. Covered policy tools include AD/CVD orders, Section 337 investigations, and enforcement actions across industrial materials, solar products, and intellectual property disputes. 2) Updates by Authority International Trade Commission (ITC) Certain Processed Slabs and Methods for Making Same — ITC Section 337 (Notice of Institution of Investigation) The ITC instituted Investigation No. 337-TA-1482 following a complaint by Cambria Company LLC alleging patent infringement of quartz surface products and methods for making the same (U.S. Patents 10,195,762; 10,252,440; and 12,370,718). The Commission will examine potential Section 337 violations and consider exclusion and cease-and-desist orders. – Authority: INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION – Policy Type: ITC_337 – Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY – Key Dates: Complaint filed December 19, 2025; Investigation instituted January 23, 2026 – Link: Source Certain Hydrodermabrasion Systems and Components Thereof — ITC Section 337 (Commission Review and Extension) The Commission decided to review in part the final initial determination in Investigation No. 337-TA-1408 concerning alleged patent infringement of hydrodermabrasion systems (U.S. Patent 11,865,287). Additional written comments are requested on remedies, public interest, and bonding. The target completion date was extended to March 23, 2026. – Authority: INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION – Policy Type: ITC_337 – Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY – Key Dates: Review vote January 22, 2026; Comments due February 5 and 12, 2026 – Link: Source Certain Crafting Machines and Components Thereof — ITC Section 337 (Request for Public Interest Submissions) The ITC issued a notice requesting public submissions in Investigation No. 337-TA-1426 involving crafting machines imported by several Chinese and other entities. The ALJ issued an initial determination on violation and recommended general and limited exclusion orders and cease-and-desist orders against the named respondents. Comments on public interest issues are due by February 23, 2026. – Authority: INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION – Policy Type: ITC_337 – Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY – China Indicator: EXPLICIT – Key Date: Initial Determination issued January 21, 2026 – Link: Source Department of Commerce – International Trade Administration (ITA) Thermoformed Molded Fiber Products from China and Vietnam — Countervailing Duty Orders (Final) Based on affirmative final findings by Commerce and the ITC, countervailing duty orders were issued on thermoformed molded fiber products from China and Vietnam. The ITC found material injury to a U.S. industry and critical circumstances for Vietnam, resulting in retroactive duties. – Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration – Policy Type: AD_CVD (CVD Orders) – Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY – China Indicator: EXPLICIT – Key Date: Orders effective January 27, 2026 – Link: Source Thermoformed Molded Fiber Products from China and Vietnam — Antidumping Duty Orders (Final) Commerce issued companion antidumping duty orders covering the same products from China and Vietnam, following affirmative determinations by both Commerce and the ITC. The orders require cash deposits and create annual inquiry service lists per recent rulemaking. – Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration – Policy Type: AD_CVD (AD Orders) – Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY – China Indicator: EXPLICIT – Key Date: Orders effective January 27, 2026 – Link: Source Crystalline Silicon Photovoltaic Cells (Solar Cells) from China — Final Results of Countervailing Duty Administrative Review (2022) Commerce finalized its 2022 review, finding countervailable subsidies for Chinese solar cell producers. It applied adverse facts available to several companies and set company-specific and non-selected rates. – Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration – Policy Type: AD_CVD (CVD Administrative Review) – Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY – China Indicator: EXPLICIT – Key Date: Results issued December 29, 2025 – Link: Source Initiation of AD/CVD Administrative Reviews — Multiple Countries (Including China) Commerce initiated administrative reviews for numerous AD and CVD orders with November 2025 anniversaries, including several cases involving China (e.g., diamond sawblades, lightweight thermal paper, chlorinated isocyanurates, aluminum lithographic plates). Procedures for separate rate applications and service list maintenance were outlined. – Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration – Policy Type: AD_CVD (Administrative Review Initiations) – Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY – China Indicator: EXPLICIT (multiple Chinese exporters listed) – Key Date: Applicable January 27, 2026 – Link: Source Carbon and Certain Alloy Steel Wire Rod from China — Continuation of AD and CVD Orders (Sunset Review) Following affirmative determinations by Commerce and the ITC in the second five-year (sunset) review, both antidumping and countervailing duty orders on Chinese wire rod remain in effect. Authorities found revocation would likely lead to recurrence of dumping, subsidization, and injury. – Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration – Policy Type: AD_CVD (Sunset Review Continuation) – Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY – China Indicator: EXPLICIT – Key Date: Continuation effective December 29, 2025 – Link: Source Certain Brake Drums from China — Initiation of Circumvention Inquiry (AD/CVD Orders) Commerce initiated a country-wide inquiry to determine whether compacted graphite iron brake drums from China (including model M328D557 made by PanAsia CVD (HK) Ltd.) constitute later-developed merchandise circumventing existing brake drum AD and CVD orders. – Authority: DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration – Policy Type: AD_CVD (Circumvention Inquiry) – Event Type: TRADE_REMEDY – China Indicator: EXPLICIT – Key Date: Initiation effective January 27, 2026 – Link: Source 3) Key Takeaways (Factual) The ITC opened three new or continuing Section 337 investigations involving alleged patent infringement and requested public input on potential exclusion orders. Commerce issued both antidumping and countervailing duty orders on thermoformed molded fiber products from China and Vietnam. Commerce initiated a circumvention inquiry on Chinese compacted graphite iron brake drums to assess potential evasion of existing AD/CVD orders. AD/CVD administrative reviews were launched across multiple Chinese product categories under November anniversary dockets. The U.S. government reaffirmed continuation of AD and CVD orders on Chinese carbon and alloy steel wire rod after sunset review findings of likely recurrence of injury. 4) Full Source
Forged Steel Fluid End Blocks From Germany: Final Results of the Antidumping Duty Administrative Review; 2023
Commerce Finds Dumping of Steel Fluid End Blocks from Germany in 2023 Estimated reading time: 4–6 minutes On January 27, 2026, the U.S. Department of Commerce published the final results of its administrative review on forged steel fluid end blocks from Germany. The Department determined that certain producers and exporters from Germany sold these products in the United States at prices below normal value during the period of review. The review covered the calendar year of January 1, 2023, through December 31, 2023. The sole respondent company in this review was BGH Edelstahl Siegen GmbH. The Commerce Department found a weighted-average dumping margin of 11.92 percent for BGH. These results followed a preliminary review published on May 14, 2025 (Federal Register 90 FR 20451). A post-preliminary memorandum was issued on August 27, 2025, which included changes to the differential pricing analysis. Subsequent deadlines were adjusted due to a lapse in federal appropriations and a government shutdown in late 2025. Deadlines were tolled by 47 days on November 14, 2025, and an additional 21 days on November 24, 2025, to address an electronic filing backlog. The final results were completed and released on January 20, 2026. No changes were made to the calculations from the post-preliminary results. Commerce conducted this review under section 751(a)(1)(B) of the Tariff Act of 1930, as amended. The merchandise reviewed falls under the scope of the antidumping duty order issued on January 29, 2021 (86 FR 7528), covering forged steel fluid end blocks from Germany and Italy. Commerce reviewed all briefs submitted and responded to issues raised, which are outlined in the “Issues and Decision Memorandum” available via ACCESS at https://access.trade.gov. Commerce will instruct U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to assess duties on applicable imports. For BGH, the assessment rates will be calculated based on the value and duties of each importer’s specific sales. Commerce will issue assessment instructions for CBP within 35 days after publication of these final results. If a party files a summons with the U.S. Court of International Trade, duty assessments will be postponed as required. Cash deposit requirements have also been updated. For BGH, the deposit rate is set at 11.92 percent, based on these final results. For other companies not reviewed, prior rates still apply. If the exporter is not reviewed but the producer is, the producer’s rate applies. All other producers or exporters remain subject to the all-others rate of 4.79 percent. Commerce reminds importers of their obligation under 19 CFR 351.402(f)(2) to certify whether they were reimbursed for duties. Failure to provide this certificate may result in the assumption of reimbursement and lead to double assessments. Parties under Administrative Protective Order are reminded of their obligation to return or destroy confidential information in line with 19 CFR 351.305(a)(3). This notice was signed by Deputy Assistant Secretary Christopher Abbott and issued under sections 751(a)(1) and 777(i)(1) of the Tariff Act. Further details can be found in the official Federal Register Notice: Document Number 2026-01596. 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.
Forged Steel Fluid End Blocks From Italy: Final Results of Antidumping Duty Administrative Review; 2023
Forged Steel Fluid End Blocks from Italy: Final Results of Antidumping Duty Administrative Review Estimated reading time: 4–6 minutes The U.S. Department of Commerce has released the final results of the 2023 administrative review of the antidumping duty order on forged steel fluid end blocks from Italy. The review covers the period from January 1, 2023, to December 31, 2023. Two main Italian producers/exporters were examined: Lucchini Mamé Forge S.p.A. (with its affiliates Lucchini Industries S.r.l. and Lucchini RS S.p.A.) and Cogne Acciai Speciali S.p.A. The Commerce Department found that Lucchini Mamé Forge S.p.A. had a weighted-average dumping margin of 11.71 percent. In contrast, Cogne Acciai Speciali S.p.A. received a dumping margin of 0.00 percent. The decision modifies the previous preliminary results issued on May 14, 2025. Changes were made after a post-preliminary analysis on September 29, 2025, where the Commerce Department adjusted its approach to the differential pricing analysis. On August 8, 2025, the agency extended the deadline for final results by 60 days. Due to the government shutdown and the resulting system delays, Commerce tolled all administrative deadlines twice: once by 47 days on November 14, 2025, and again by 21 days on November 24, 2025. On December 22, 2025, Commerce again extended the schedule, making the final results due on January 21, 2026. The final conclusions, including calculations and decisions, are detailed in the Issues and Decision Memorandum published alongside the final results. The document is available on ACCESS, the centralized system for importing and anti-dumping cases. The scope of the order includes all forged steel fluid end blocks from Italy, as reaffirmed in the January 29, 2021, Federal Register notice establishing the antidumping orders. Commerce stated that it has made changes since the preliminary results. These were based on issues raised in briefs submitted by interested parties. All such issues are listed in the appendix to the final notice. For assessment purposes, the Commerce Department will direct U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to assess duties based on specific ad valorem calculations. For companies like Lucchini with a dumping margin above de minimis, duties will apply. Cogne Acciai Speciali, with a 0.00 percent rate, will face no such duties. If imported entries were made by a company unaware that their goods were heading to the United States, Commerce will instruct CBP to apply the “all-others” rate of 7.33 percent. This rate also applies when no specific rate is available for an involved company in the transaction. Assessment instructions will be issued no earlier than 35 days after this Federal Register notice. If a legal challenge follows, CBP will delay action until the time for seeking an injunction expires. Cash deposit requirements are also updated. Starting from the publication date of this notice, importers must follow the new rates. For Lucchini, the cash deposit will be set at 11.71 percent. For Cogne, it will be 0.00 percent. Companies not covered in this review will continue with their last assigned rate or the all-others rate of 7.33 percent if no rate exists. Importers are reminded of their responsibility to file certificates under 19 CFR 351.402(f)(2) regarding the reimbursement of antidumping or countervailing duties. If not filed properly, Commerce may assume reimbursement occurred and double the duties applied. Parties under Administrative Protective Order (APO) must return or destroy confidential materials, per 19 CFR 351.305(a)(3). Not doing so is a punishable violation. The full list of issues discussed in this review includes: Whether Commerce incorrectly increased Lucchini’s costs. Whether scrap was deducted twice in Lucchini’s calculations. Whether specific sales should have been excluded when calculating Lucchini’s cash deposit rate. The actions are authorized by sections 751(a)(1) and 777(i)(1) of the Tariff Act of 1930 and the related regulations. Christopher Abbott signed the notice on January 20, 2026, as Deputy Assistant Secretary for Policy and Negotiations, 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.
Certain Brake Drums From the People’s Republic of China: Initiation of Circumvention Inquiry on the Antidumping and Countervailing Duty Orders
U.S. Department of Commerce Starts Brake Drum Circumvention Inquiry Estimated reading time: 5–7 minutes The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce), through its International Trade Administration, has begun a formal circumvention inquiry. The focus is on brake drums from the People’s Republic of China made from compacted graphite iron (CGI). This inquiry responds to a request filed by Webb Wheel Products, Inc. (Webb) on November 17, 2025. Webb claims that CGI brake drums, including model number M328D557 from PanAsia CVD (HK) Limited, are later-developed merchandise. They believe these products are being imported in a way that avoids existing antidumping (AD) and countervailing duty (CVD) orders. Commerce is treating this as a country-wide inquiry. This means all relevant CGI brake drum imports from China are included, not just those from one company. The inquiry was initiated under Section 781(d) of the Tariff Act of 1930 and 19 CFR 351.226. An opposition comment was filed by CAIEC Trailer Master Co., Ltd. on November 27, 2025. Webb submitted rebuttal comments on December 17, 2025. Commerce also issued a supplemental questionnaire to Webb. Webb responded to this questionnaire on January 12, 2026. The scope of the original AD and CVD orders includes brake drums made of gray cast iron. They must have an inside diameter between 14.75 inches and 16.6 inches and weigh more than 50 pounds. These drums may be finished or unfinished. They are included whether imported alone or with non-subject parts like hubs. The circumvention inquiry covers CGI brake drums with the same size and weight limits. These drums are made in China and shipped to the United States. Commerce is considering whether they are similar enough to be covered by the original orders. Commerce looks at several criteria when deciding if later-developed merchandise counts as circumvention: If the new and old products look the same. If customers expect the same things from both. If they are used in the same way. If they are sold through the same channels. If they are marketed similarly. Commerce also looks at cost and product classification. Products are not excluded from orders just because they have extra functions or fall under different tariff codes, unless those functions are the main use and are expensive to add. Commerce will handle the AD and CVD inquiries together using the antidumping record, as stated in 19 CFR 351.226(m)(2). As the inquiry begins, Commerce has told U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to continue suspending liquidation of imports already under suspension. If the inquiry finds circumvention, new and unsuspended entries will also be suspended. Duties will be applied accordingly. This initiation does not decide the outcome. It only means Commerce has found enough support in Webb’s request to begin the inquiry. Commerce plans to issue a preliminary decision by June 26, 2026 (150 days after this notice). A final decision is expected by November 23, 2026 (300 days after this notice), unless deadlines are extended or the inquiry is partially or fully cancelled. This initiation notice was signed by Christopher Abbott, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Policy and Negotiations, on January 22, 2026. Document Number: 2026-01598 Published: 2026-01-27 Federal Register Volume: 91, Number 17, Pages 3435–3437 Agency: U.S. Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration For questions, contact: Justin Enck — (202) 482-1614 Walter Schaub — (202) 482-0907 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.
Carbon and Certain Alloy Steel Wire Rod From the People’s Republic of China: Continuation of Antidumping Duty Order and Countervailing Duty Order
U.S. Keeps Tariffs on Steel Wire Rod from China Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes The U.S. Department of Commerce announced it will continue the antidumping and countervailing duty orders on carbon and certain alloy steel wire rod from China. This decision is based on reviews done by both the Department of Commerce and the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC). The agencies found that removing the orders would likely lead to continued or renewed unfair trade actions from China. The orders target steel wire rod made from carbon and alloy steel. These products are round, hot-rolled, and in coils. They are less than 19 millimeters wide. Products used as stainless steel, tool steel, high nickel steel, ball-bearing steel, and concrete rods are not included. Also excluded are free-cutting steels. These are special types with high amounts of elements like lead, sulfur, or phosphorus. Products meeting the main description but not excluded are still part of the order. These steel wire rods are mainly classified under several Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) codes, including: 7213.91.3011 7213.91.3015 7213.91.3020 7213.91.3093 7213.91.4500 7213.91.6000 7213.99.0030 7227.20.0030 7227.20.0080 7227.90.6010 7227.90.6020 7227.90.6030 7227.90.6035 Some imports under 7213.99.0090 and 7227.90.6090 may also be covered if they fit the required description. The original orders were put in place on January 8, 2015. In 2025, Commerce and the ITC started their second five-year review of these duties. Commerce shared its findings on August 25 and 26, 2025. It said that ending the tariffs could bring back dumping and illegal subsidies from China. The ITC agreed and released its final decision on December 29, 2025. Because of the ITC’s final decision, the continuation of the orders became official on December 29, 2025. U.S. Customs and Border Protection will keep collecting cash deposits at the current rates for imports affected by these duties. Commerce plans to begin the next review 30 days before the fifth anniversary of the ITC’s most recent determination. Parties involved must still follow rules protecting business data shared during the review process. This includes destroying or returning materials under the Administrative Protective Order as required by law. This notice follows sections 751(c), 751(d)(2), and 777(i) of the Tariff Act of 1930. It is published under 19 CFR 351.218(f)(4). 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.
Thermal Paper From the Republic of Korea: Preliminary Results and Rescission, in Part, of Antidumping Duty Administrative Review; 2023-2024
U.S. Department of Commerce Releases Preliminary Results on Thermal Paper from Korea Estimated reading time: 5–10 minutes On January 27, 2026, the U.S. Department of Commerce published the preliminary results of its administrative review of the antidumping duty order on thermal paper from the Republic of Korea. These results cover the review period of November 1, 2023, through October 31, 2024. Background The antidumping duty order on thermal paper from Korea was issued on November 22, 2021. On November 1, 2024, Commerce invited interested parties to request a review of the order for the 2023–2024 period. On December 9, 2024, Commerce extended deadlines for preliminary results by 90 days. Additional deadline extensions of 47 days and 21 days were issued on November 14 and November 24, 2025, due to a federal government shutdown. A further extension was granted on December 22, 2025. As a result, the deadline for preliminary results became January 21, 2026. Review Process and Methodology Commerce conducted this review under section 751(a) of the Tariff Act of 1930, as amended. Calculations were made using constructed export prices under section 772, and normal value was calculated under section 773 of the Act. Scope of the Order The order covers thermal paper products from Korea. A complete description of the scope is available in the Preliminary Decision Memorandum. Partial Rescission of Review Commerce is rescinding the administrative review for 15 companies listed in Appendix II. This action is taken under 19 CFR 351.213(d)(3), which allows rescission when there are no suspended entries of the subject merchandise for liquidation. Commerce previously notified parties of its intent to rescind the review for these companies on February 4, 2025. No comments were submitted in response. Companies Rescinded Akon Rulo Kagit Plastik Imalat IHR ITH. SAN. TIC. A.S. Amtress (M) Sdn. Bhd. Besto Sdn. Bhd. Convertidoras PCM, S.A. de C.V. Dor Etiket San VE Tic. Ltd. Engin Kagir Mamulleri San. Tic. Formas para Negocios, S.A. de C.V. Formularios de Mexico S.A. de C.V. Kagit Mamulleri San. Tic. Ltd., Stl. Kooka Paper Manufacturing Sdn. Bhd. Papeles y Conversiones de Mexico, S.A. de C.V. Sailing Paper (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd. ShenZhen Sailing Paper Co., Ltd. Wellden (M) Sdn. Bhd. Wingle Industrial (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd. Results of Review Commerce determined that thermal paper from Korea was not sold in the United States at less than normal value during the review period. The companies and their dumping margins are as follows: Hansol Paper Company: 0.00% Tele-Paper (M) Sdn. Bhd.: 0.00% Hansol Paper Company is also known as Hansol Paper Co., Ltd. Disclosure and Public Comments Commerce will release its calculations and analysis within five days of publication of the notice. Interested parties may submit case briefs within 21 days after publication. Rebuttal briefs must be submitted within five days after that. All submissions must be made using the Enforcement and Compliance ACCESS database. A table of contents and table of authorities are required in briefs. A public executive summary of each issue should be no more than 450 words. Hearings Requests for a hearing must be submitted within 30 days after publication. Hearings will be limited to issues raised in briefs. If requested, Commerce will schedule and notify parties of the date and time. Assessment Rates Commerce will instruct U.S. Customs and Border Protection to assess duties based on the final results. If any final margins are zero or de minimis, the entries will be liquidated without duties. Hansol’s importer-specific duties will be based on the ratio of total duties to entered value. If no margin or a de minimis margin is found, entries will be duty-free. Tele-Paper’s assessment rate will match Hansol’s. For rescinded companies, duties will match the cash deposit rate at entry time. Cash Deposit Instructions Following final results, Commerce will set new cash deposit rates: Companies listed in final results will use their assigned rates. Companies not reviewed will use the rate from the most recent segment. If only the manufacturer is reviewed, the manufacturer’s rate will apply. The all-others rate remains 6.19%. These rates will remain in effect until further notice. Next Steps Commerce intends to publish the final results within 120 days of January 27, 2026. These results will include analysis of all issues raised in briefs. Reminder to Importers Importers must file certificates stating if duties were reimbursed. Failing to file may result in Commerce assuming reimbursement occurred, doubling duties. Legal Notice This information is issued under sections 751(a)(1) and 777(i)(1) of the Tariff Act of 1930, and 19 CFR 351.213 and 351.221(b)(4). Signed: Christopher Abbott Deputy Assistant Secretary for Policy and Negotiations Performing the non-exclusive functions and duties of the Assistant Secretary for Enforcement and Compliance Appendix I – Topics Covered I. Summary II. Background III. Scope of the Order IV. Methodology V. Recommendation Appendix II – Companies Rescinded from Review Akon Rulo Kagit Plastik Imalat IHR ITH. SAN. TIC. A.S. Amtress (M) Sdn. Bhd. Besto Sdn. Bhd. Convertidoras PCM, S.A. de C.V. Dor Etiket San VE Tic. Ltd. Engin Kagir Mamulleri San. Tic. Formas para Negocios, S.A. de C.V. Formularios de Mexico S.A. de C.V. Kagit Mamulleri San. Tic. Ltd., Stl. Kooka Paper Manufacturing Sdn. Bhd. Papeles y Conversiones de Mexico, S.A. de C.V. Sailing Paper (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd. ShenZhen Sailing Paper Co., Ltd. Wellden (M) Sdn. Bhd. Wingle Industrial (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). 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Initiation of Antidumping and Countervailing Duty Administrative Reviews
Commerce Department Begins Trade Reviews Covering 2024-2025 Estimated reading time: 7–12 minutes On January 27, 2026, the U.S. Department of Commerce published a notice in the Federal Register (91 FR 3421-3428). The notice announces the initiation of administrative reviews for multiple antidumping (AD) and countervailing duty (CVD) cases. The reviews cover merchandise with anniversaries in November 2024 and include investigations from several countries. Timing and Procedures Commerce received timely review requests as required by 19 CFR 351.213(b). Reviews are for the period of review (POR) stated for each case. Commerce may limit respondent numbers. Selection may use U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) data or Quantity and Value (Q&V) questionnaires. CBP or Q&V data will be added to the record within five days of the notice. Respondent selection decisions will occur within 35 days. Collapsing of companies for AD respondent selection is limited. Commerce will collapse companies only where a prior review segment already found them to be a single entity. Parties must identify previously collapsed firms and cite the determination. Firms must provide Q&V data individually unless previously collapsed under an official segment with a final decision. Companies with no sales or entries during the POR may notify Commerce within 30 days of publication, so Commerce may consider canceling their review. Withdrawal of Review Requests Parties may withdraw requests for reviews within 90 days of the notice. Commerce may grant time extensions for withdrawals case-by-case. Particular Market Situation (PMS) Allegations PMS allegations under section 773(e) of the Tariff Act of 1930 must be filed within 20 days after submitting Section D questionnaire responses. Separate Rates in NME Countries Commerce assumes exporters in Non-Market Economies (NME) are government-controlled, unless proven otherwise. To qualify for separate rates, parties must submit: A Separate Rate Certification (if they had a separate rate before and no changes occurred); or, A Separate Rate Application (if they are new or have seen company changes). Forms are due 14 calendar days from the notice date. Applications apply equally to NME-owned, foreign-owned, and foreign sellers. Companies selected for individual examination must respond fully to the AD/CVD questionnaire. This applies even if they filed certifications. Certification Eligibility for Subject/Non-subject Merchandise Companies that wish to certify goods with possible subject and non-subject markings must file a Certification Eligibility Application. The form is online and must be filed within 30 calendar days of publication. Companies that file the Certification Application and are then selected as mandatory respondents must complete the full questionnaire. Review Initiations Commerce has initiated reviews for the following orders: AD Reviews: Argentina: Oil Country Tubular Goods (A-357-824), 11/01/2024–10/31/2025 Siderca S.A.I.C. Tenaris Global Services S.A. Tubos de Acero de Mexico S.A. Austria: Strontium Chromate (A-433-813), 11/01/2024–10/31/2025 Habich GmbH Brazil: Certain Aluminum Foil (A-351-856), 11/01/2024–10/31/2025 Companhia Brasileira de Alumínio CBA Itapissuma Ltda. France: Strontium Chromate (A-427-830), 11/01/2024–10/31/2025 Societe Nouvelle des Couleurs Zinciques Germany: Thermal Paper (A-428-850), 11/01/2024–10/31/2025 Includes multiple Mexican and German producers India: Paper File Folders (A-533-910), 11/01/2024–10/31/2025 Navneet Education Limited Welded Stainless Pressure Pipe (A-533-867), 11/01/2024–10/31/2025 Ratnamani Metals & Tubes Ltd. Suncity Metals & Tubes Private Ltd Japan: Aluminum Lithographic Printing Plates, 05/01/2024–10/31/2025 Fujifilm Corporation Fujifilm Shizuoka Co., Ltd. Mexico: Multiple orders covering: Freight Rail Couplers (A-201-857) Oil Country Tubular Goods (A-201-856) Refined Copper Pipe and Tube (A-201-838) Steel Reinforcing Bar (A-201-844) Oman: Certain Aluminum Foil (A-523-815), 11/01/2024–10/31/2025 Oman Aluminium Rolling Company SPC Republic of Korea: Circular Welded Non-Alloy Steel Pipe (A-580-809), 11/01/2024–10/31/2025 Listed several producers Thermal Paper (A-580-911), 11/01/2024–10/31/2025 Republic of Türkiye: Certain Aluminum Foil (A-489-844), 11/01/2024–10/31/2025 Steel Reinforcing Bar (A-489-819), 11/01/2024–10/31/2025 Spain: Thermal Paper (A-469-824), 11/01/2024–10/31/2025 Taiwan: Circular Welded Steel Pipe (A-583-814), 11/01/2024–10/31/2025 China: Multiple reviews including: Aluminum Lithographic Printing Plates (A-570-156) Fresh Garlic (A-570-831) Lightweight Thermal Paper (A-570-920) Seamless Copper Pipe and Tube (A-570-964) Diamond Sawblades (A-570-900) CVD Reviews: Oman: Certain Aluminum Foil (C-523-816), 01/01/2024–12/31/2024 Korea: Oil Country Tubular Goods (C-580-913), 01/01/2024–12/31/2024 Includes SeAH Steel Corporation and its affiliate Türkiye: Certain Aluminum Foil (C-489-845), 01/01/2024–12/31/2024 Steel Reinforcing Bar (C-489-819), 01/01/2024–12/31/2024 China: Aluminum Lithographic Printing Plates (C-570-157), 03/01/2024–12/31/2024 Chlorinated Isocyanurates (C-570-991), 01/01/2024–12/31/2024 Lightweight Thermal Paper (C-570-921), 01/01/2024–12/31/2024 Duty Absorption Reviews Domestic parties may request a duty absorption review within 30 days of this notice. The request must name the exporter or producer. Gap Period Liquidation For first-time reviews, Commerce will not assess AD/CVD on any entries made in a “gap” period. Administrative Protective Orders Interested parties must file applications under 19 CFR 351.305. Letters of appearance are also required under 19 CFR 351.103(d). Factual Information Requirements Submitters must comply with 19 CFR 351.102(b)(21) and 351.301. All submissions must declare which category the data falls under. Late or misclassified filings may be rejected. Certification Requirements All factual observations must be certified for accuracy. Certification formats are outlined in the Final Rule of July 17, 2013. Extension of Time Requests All requests for extensions must be made before the deadline. For concurrent submissions by multiple parties, requests made after 10 a.m. on the due date are untimely. These reviews will conclude with final results by November 30, 2026. Published in the Federal Register, dated 2026-01-22. 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.
Crystalline Silicon Photovoltaic Cells, Whether or Not Assembled Into Modules, From the People’s Republic of China: Final Results of Countervailing Duty Administrative Review; 2022
U.S. Commerce Finalizes 2022 Duty Review on Chinese Solar Cells Estimated reading time: 4–6 minutes The U.S. Department of Commerce has released its final determination in the 2022 countervailing duty (CVD) review of crystalline silicon photovoltaic cells from China. These cells are commonly used in making solar panels. The review covered the time period from January 1, 2022, to December 31, 2022. Commerce determined that Chinese producers and exporters received government subsidies. As a result, duties will be applied to imports of these products. The review was conducted under docket number C-570-980. BACKGROUND The preliminary results were published on April 21, 2025. Commerce accepted comments from interested parties. On August 1, 2025, Commerce extended the deadline for final results to October 20, 2025. Later, due to a government shutdown, deadlines were tolled by 47 days on November 14, 2025, and again by 21 days on November 24, 2025. The final results were completed by December 29, 2025, and published on January 27, 2026. SCOPE OF THE ORDER The order applies to crystalline silicon photovoltaic cells from China, whether or not they are assembled into modules. SUBSIDY FINDINGS Commerce followed the law outlined in the Tariff Act of 1930. It confirmed that certain financial support from the Chinese government gives companies a benefit. These benefits were also found to be specific to certain companies or industries. CHANGES IN RESPONDENTS Changzhou Zhaojing Light Energy Co., Ltd. (Light Energy) was replaced with its unaffiliated exporter Yingli Energy (China) Company Limited (Yingli China) due to information on the record. Commerce also revised the adverse facts available (AFA) rate. Yingli China’s final rate was adjusted to match the AFA rate used for Yangzhou Jinghua New Energy Technology Co., Ltd. and Jiangsu Highhope International Group Corporation (High Hope). NON-SELECTED COMPANIES There are six companies under review that were not individually investigated. Normally, Commerce would use a weighted average of the mandatory respondents’ rates, but in this case, all mandatory rates were based on facts available. Because of this, Commerce used the 2021 non-selected rate, which is 9.07%. FINAL RESULTS These are the final subsidy rates for the period: Yingli Energy (China) Company Limited: 117.41% Jiangsu Highhope International Group Corporation (and affiliates): 117.41% Yangzhou Jinghua New Energy Technology Co., Ltd.: 117.41% Non-selected companies: 9.07% See Appendix II for the full list of non-selected companies. DISCLOSURE Commerce will release the analysis and calculations for these results within five days of publication. ASSESSMENT U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) will assess duties on entries of these goods. Instructions are expected no earlier than 35 days after publication. If court actions are filed, CBP will be instructed to delay liquidation until matters are resolved. CASH DEPOSITS Commerce will instruct CBP to collect cash deposits based on the final rates from the date of publication. These deposits will remain in effect until further notice. REMINDER ABOUT PROTECTIVE ORDERS Parties handling confidential data under administrative protective order (APO) must follow regulations for its destruction. Any misuse can result in penalties. APPENDIX I – ISSUES DISCUSSED Whether to rescind the review for Light Energy. Revisions to adverse facts available calculation. Revisions to the non-selected companies rate. Whether Yingli China qualifies for a lower rate. Review status for all BYD entities. Instructions to CBP regarding liquidation. APPENDIX II – NON-SELECTED COMPANIES Anji Dasol Solar Energy Science & Technology Co., Ltd. BYD (Shangluo) Industrial Co., Ltd.; Shanghai BYD Co., Ltd.; BYD Company Ltd. Changzhou Trina PV Ribbon Materials Co., Ltd.; Changzhou Trina Solar Energy Co., Ltd.; Changzhou Trina Solar Yabang Energy Co., Ltd.; Hubei Trina Solar Energy Co., Ltd.; Trina Solar (Changzhou) Science and Technology Co., Ltd.; Trina Solar Co., Ltd.; Turpan Trina Solar Energy Co., Ltd.; Yancheng Trina Solar Energy Technology Co., Ltd. Shenzhen Sungold Solar Co., Ltd. Toenergy Technology Hangzhou Co., Ltd. Trina Solar Science & Technology (Thailand) Ltd. Authority: Sections 751(a)(1) and 777(i)(1) of the Tariff Act of 1930. Regulations: 19 CFR 351.221(b)(5). Date: 2025-12-29 Signed: Christopher Abbott, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Policy and Negotiations End of 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.
Thermoformed Molded Fiber Products From the People’s Republic of China and the Socialist Republic of Vietnam: Antidumping Duty Orders
U.S. Sets Antidumping Duties on Molded Fiber Products from China and Vietnam Estimated reading time: 4–6 minutes WASHINGTON, D.C. — On January 27, 2026, the U.S. Department of Commerce announced new antidumping duty (AD) orders on thermoformed molded fiber products from the People’s Republic of China and the Socialist Republic of Vietnam. These duties follow final findings by both the Department of Commerce and the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC). Both agencies confirmed that imports of these products from China and Vietnam are being sold in the United States at less than fair value. These sales caused material injury to a U.S. industry. The orders apply to molded fiber products formed with cellulose fibers. These are shaped using heated molds and dried or cured while in the mold. Items affected include plates, bowls, trays, lids, food packaging, and other packaging made of molded fiber. The products are dense, with a fiber density above 0.5 grams per cubic centimeter. They may come from many types of fiber sources. These include wood, crops, and recycled materials. The products may also have added features like anti-bacterial or flame-resistant chemicals. They may be finished or processed in various ways—including dyeing, cutting, trimming, printing, or coating. The Department of Commerce stated that U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) will collect antidumping duties on unliquidated entries of the covered goods. These include imports from May 12, 2025, the date the preliminary determinations were published. However, this does not include entries imported after November 8, 2025, when the provisional measures expired and before the ITC final determination was published. CBP will now reinstate the suspension of liquidation for products from China and Vietnam. It will also require cash deposits equal to dumping margins adjusted for subsidy offsets. These margins were listed in Commerce’s final determinations on September 30, 2025. Commerce extended the standard four-month suspension period to six months upon request of major exporters from both countries. The extended suspension period ran from May 12, 2025, to November 8, 2025. Entries that came in after November 8, 2025, but before the January 27, 2026 order publication, will not be subject to antidumping duties. The scope of the orders also includes molded fiber products that are finished or processed in a third country. As long as the product was originally made in China or Vietnam and the second-country processing does not change the product’s basic character, it stays under the order’s scope. Some exclusions apply. These include packaging that surrounds non-subject merchandise when imported, like molded fiber used to hold electronics. Also excluded are products already covered under other specific AD and countervailing duty (CVD) orders, such as paper plates. The Department of Commerce will also maintain an annual inquiry service list for each order. Parties interested in appearing on the list must file an entry of appearance in the ACCESS system within 30 days of the order’s publication. This list helps ensure that all relevant parties are notified of scope rulings and actions related to the order. The Governments of China and Vietnam, and the original petitioners, will be placed on the annual inquiry service list automatically in future years. But they must initially submit their entries following this notice. These orders are now in full effect. Further updates and instructions will be published on the ACCESS website or posted through official Federal Register notices. The commerce action stems from investigations under case numbers A-570-182 (China) and A-552-845 (Vietnam). All entries of affected products from these countries will now be subject to U.S. antidumping law. 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.
Thermoformed Molded Fiber Products From the People’s Republic of China and the Socialist Republic of Vietnam: Countervailing Duty Orders
U.S. Issues Countervailing Duty Orders on Imports of Molded Fiber Products from China and Vietnam Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes On January 27, 2026, the U.S. Department of Commerce issued countervailing duty (CVD) orders on thermoformed molded fiber products from the People’s Republic of China and the Socialist Republic of Vietnam. These orders are based on affirmative final findings by both the Department of Commerce and the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC). The ITC confirmed that U.S. industries are being harmed by unfairly subsidized imports from China and Vietnam. The Department of Commerce first made its affirmative final determinations on September 30, 2025. The ITC issued its final affirmative injury determinations on January 5, 2026. The ITC also determined that critical circumstances exist for products imported from Vietnam. As a result of the findings, countervailing duties will be collected on certain molded fiber products imported from both countries. These duties apply to products from Vietnam that were entered or withdrawn for consumption on or after December 14, 2024. For China, the duties apply to entries made on or after March 14, 2025. The scope of the orders includes molded fiber products used for packaging and food service, such as plates, bowls, trays, clamshells, and lids. These products are made using cellulose fibers and are hardened using heat-molded forms. They can be made from any fiber source and may include additives or surface treatments. Imports of these kinds of products from Vietnam are subject to retroactive duties because of the ITC’s critical circumstances finding. Retroactive duties cover a 90-day period before the suspension of liquidation, beginning December 14, 2024. After the December 14 and March 14 preliminary determinations were published, Commerce instructed U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to suspend liquidation of entries. However, due to the four-month time limit on preliminary countervailing measures, this suspension ended on July 11, 2025. Entries made between July 12, 2025, and the publication of the ITC’s final determination are not subject to countervailing duties. Moving forward, CBP will reinstitute suspension of liquidation and require cash deposits for entries. Cash deposit amounts will match the subsidy rates found in the final Commerce determinations. These apply to producers and exporters specifically listed and apply to any others under designated all-others rates. Commerce will maintain an “annual inquiry service list” for these orders in its document system called ACCESS. Parties must register within 30 days to be included. Petitioners and foreign governments will be automatically added once they register for the first time. Products excluded from these orders include those covered by earlier orders on paper plates from China, Thailand, and Vietnam. Also excluded are molded fiber products used as packaging containing prepackaged non-subject goods, such as packaging around electronics. Commerce’s action marks the formal issuance of these CVD orders under section 706(a) of the Tariff Act of 1930. These measures aim to address unfair trade practices that harm U.S. industries. Full details, including changes and contact information for officials Allison Hollander and Thomas Martin, are available in the Federal Register notice published on January 27, 2026. 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.
