Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Briefing 2025-05-29 Estimated reading time: 5 minutes 1. Hard Empty Capsules From the Socialist Republic of Vietnam: Preliminary Affirmative Determination of Sales at Less Than Fair Value, Postponement of Final Determination, and Extension of Provisional Measures Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) preliminarily determines that hard empty capsules (capsules) from the Socialist Republic of Vietnam (Vietnam) are being, or are likely to be, sold in the United States at less than fair value (LTFV). The period of investigation (POI) is April 1, 2024, through September 30, 2024. Interested parties are invited to comment on this preliminary determination. 2. Certain Corrosion-Resistant Steel Products From the Socialist Republic of Vietnam: Amended Preliminary Affirmative Determination of Sales at Less Than Fair Value 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 corrosion-resistant steel products (CORE) from the Socialist Republic of Vietnam (Vietnam) to correct for significant ministerial errors. The period of investigation (POI) is January 1, 2024, through June 30, 2024. 3. Hard Empty Capsules From India: Preliminary Affirmative Determination of Sales at Less Than Fair Value, Postponement of Final Determination and Extension of Provisional Measures Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) preliminarily determines that hard empty capsules (capsules) from India are being, or are likely to be, sold in the United States at less than fair value (LTFV). The period of investigation (POI) is October 1, 2023, through September 30, 2024. Interested parties are invited to comment on this preliminary determination. 4. Hard Empty Capsules From the People’s Republic of China: Preliminary Affirmative Determination of Sales at Less Than Fair Value, Postponement of Final Determination, and Extension of Provisional Measures Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) preliminarily determines that hard empty capsules (capsules) 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 (POI) is April 1, 2024, through September 30, 2024. Interested parties are invited to comment on this preliminary determination. 5. Hard Empty Capsules From Brazil: Preliminary Affirmative Determination of Sales at Less Than Fair Value, Postponement of Final Determination, and Extension of Provisional Measures Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) preliminarily determines that hard empty capsules (capsules) from Brazil are being, or are likely to be, sold in the United States at less than fair value (LTFV). The period of investigation (POI) is October 1, 2023, through September 30, 2024. Interested parties are invited to comment on this preliminary determination. 6. Monosodium Glutamate From the People’s Republic of China: Final Affirmative Determination of Circumvention Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) determines that imports of monosodium glutamate (MSG) completed in Malaysia using glutamic acid produced in the People’s Republic of China (China) are circumventing the antidumping duty (AD) order on MSG from China. 7. Fiberglass Door Panels From the People’s Republic of China: Postponement of Preliminary Determination in the Countervailing Duty Investigation 8. Sol Gel Alumina-Based Ceramic Abrasive Grains From the People’s Republic of China: Alignment of Final Countervailing Duty Determination With Final Less-Than-Fair-Value Determination 9. Paper File Folders From Sri Lanka: 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 paper file folders from Sri Lanka are being, or are likely to be, sold in the United States at less than fair value (LTFV). The period of investigation (POI) is October 1, 2023, through September 30, 2024. Interested parties are invited to comment on this preliminary determination. 10. Paper File Folders From Cambodia: Preliminary Negative Determination of Sales at Less Than Fair Value and Postponement of Final Determination Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) preliminarily determines that paper file folders from Cambodia are not being, or are not likely to be, sold in the United States at less than fair value (LTFV). The period of investigation (POI) is October 1, 2023, through September 30, 2024. Interested parties are invited to comment on this preliminary determination. 11. Notice of Scope Ruling Applications Filed in Antidumping and Countervailing Duty Proceedings Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) received scope ruling applications, requesting that scope inquiries be conducted to determine whether identified products are covered by the scope of antidumping duty (AD) and/or countervailing duty (CVD) orders and that Commerce issue scope rulings pursuant to those inquiries. In accordance with Commerce’s regulations, we are notifying the public of the filing of the scope ruling applications listed below in the month of April 2025. Legal Disclaimer This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. 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Hardwood and Decorative Plywood From China, Indonesia, and Vietnam; Institution of Antidumping and Countervailing Duty Investigations and Scheduling of Preliminary Phase Investigations
U.S. International Trade Commission Opens Investigations Into Plywood Imports Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes On May 29, 2025, the United States International Trade Commission (USITC) announced the start of investigations on hardwood and decorative plywood from China, Indonesia, and Vietnam. The case is about whether these imports are harming the U.S. industry. The investigations are under numbers 701-TA-764-766 and 731-TA-1747-1749 (Preliminary). The USITC will check if American makers of hardwood and decorative plywood are being hurt or could be hurt by imports sold at less than fair value or if these are being subsidized by the governments of China, Indonesia, or Vietnam. The products being investigated are listed under many Harmonized Tariff Schedule codes, like 4412.31.06, 4412.31.25, 4412.31.26, up to 4412.99.57. These investigations started because a group called the Coalition for Fair Trade in Hardwood Plywood sent a petition on May 22, 2025. Members of the coalition are Columbia Forest Products (North Carolina), Commonwealth Plywood Co., Ltd. (New York), Manthei Wood Products (Michigan), States Industries LLC (Oregon), and Timber Products Company (Oregon). The USITC must decide by July 7, 2025, if there is a reasonable sign that the U.S. industry is being harmed. After that, their views will go to the U.S. Department of Commerce by July 14, 2025. Anyone who wants more information can contact Calvin Chang at the Office of Investigations, U.S. International Trade Commission. The public can also check the investigation records online at https://edis.usitc.gov. Parties who want to join the investigation must file an entry of appearance within seven days after this notice was published. Industrial users and consumer groups may also ask to be part of the investigation. There are rules for protecting companies’ business information. Parties must apply within seven days if they wish to access business proprietary details under a protective order. A staff conference about the investigations will happen at 9:30 a.m. on June 12, 2025. Anyone wishing to join must email the Commission by noon, June 10, 2025. Details about the conference and participation will be available on the USITC Public Calendar. Only electronic filings are allowed at this time. No paper documents will be accepted. All filings must be made via the Commission’s Electronic Document Information System (EDIS) at https://edis.usitc.gov. Written arguments or information can be given to the USITC by 5:15 p.m. on June 17, 2025. Written testimony or any supporting materials for the conference are due by 4:00 p.m. on June 11, 2025. All documents must follow the Commission’s official rules for format and filing. Documents must be shared with all parties and include a certificate of service. People sending information to the Commission must certify that their information is complete and true to the best of their knowledge. The information could be used by the Commission or shared with other government workers, but all contractors must sign nondisclosure agreements. These actions follow the rules of Title VII of the Tariff Act of 1930, and this notice was published following USITC regulations. The notice is signed by Lisa Barton, Secretary to the Commission, and was officially filed on May 28, 2025. Legal Disclaimer This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.
USITC Briefing 2025-05-29
International Trade Commission Briefing 2025-05-29 Estimated reading time: 4 minutes 1. Hardwood and Decorative Plywood From China, Indonesia, and Vietnam; Institution of Antidumping and Countervailing Duty Investigations and Scheduling of Preliminary Phase Investigations Sub: International Trade Commission Content: The Commission hereby gives notice of the institution of investigations and commencement of preliminary phase antidumping and countervailing duty investigation Nos. 701-TA-764-766 and 731-TA-1747- 1749 (Preliminary) pursuant to the Tariff Act of 1930 (“the Act”) to determine whether there is a reasonable indication that 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 hardwood and decorative plywood from China, Indonesia, and Vietnam, provided for in subheadings 4412.31.06, 4412.31.25, 4412.31.26, 4412.31.40, 4412.31.41, 4412.31.42, 4412.31.45, 4412.31.48, 4412.31.51, 4412.31.52, 4412.31.60, 4412.31.61, 4412.31.91, 4412.31.92, 4412.32.05, 4412.32.06, 4412.32.25, 4412.32.26, 4412.32.31, 4412.32.32, 4412.32.56, 4412.32.57, 4412.33.06, 4412.33.26, 4412.33.32, 4412.33.57, 4412.34.26, 4412.34.32, 4412.34.57, 4412.39.40, 4412.39.50, 4412.41.00, 4412.42.00, 4412.51.10, 4412.51.31, 4412.51.41, 4412.52.10, 4412.52.31, 4412.52.41, 4412.91.06, 4412.91.10, 4412.91.31, 4412.91.41, 4412.92.07, 4412.92.11, 4412.92.31, 4412.92.42, 4412.94.10, 4412.94.31, 4412.94.41, 4412.99.06, 4412.99.10, 4412.99.31, 4412.99.41, 4412.99.51, and 4412.99.57 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States, that are alleged to be sold in the United States at less than fair value and alleged to be subsidized by the governments of China, Indonesia, and Vietnam. Unless the Department of Commerce (“Commerce”) extends the time for initiation, the Commission must reach a preliminary determination in antidumping and countervailing duty investigations in 45 days, or in this case by July 7, 2025. The Commission’s views must be transmitted to Commerce within five business days thereafter, or by July 14, 2025. 2. Certain Liquid Coolers for Electronic Components in Computers, Components Thereof, Devices for Controlling Same, and Products Containing 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 the Issues Under Review and on Remedy, the Public Interest, and Bonding 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 (“ID”) of the presiding administrative law judge (“ALJ”), Chief Judge Cheney. The Commission requests written submissions from the parties on the issues under review and 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 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 Action
U.S. Treasury Announces New OFAC Sanctions Actions Estimated reading time: 2–4 minutes On May 28, 2025, the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) published new sanctions in the Federal Register. These sanctions list new people and organizations that the U.S. government will watch and block. What Are OFAC Sanctions? OFAC is a part of the Treasury that makes lists of people and groups whose money and property in the United States are blocked. U.S. people are not allowed to work with them. OFAC uses these lists to stop crimes like selling illegal drugs and terrorism. New People Added to the List OFAC added two people to the Specially Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons List (SDN List): Miguel Angel De Anda Ledezma Nickname: Miguelon Lives in Nuevo Laredo, Tamaulipas, Mexico Born September 16, 1984, in Nuevo Laredo, Tamaulipas, Mexico Mexican nationality Male ID Number: AALM840916HTSNDG02 (Mexico) Linked to: Cartel Del Noreste He is blocked for working for, or being part of, the Cartel Del Noreste, a group punished under U.S. rules for illegal drugs and for terrorism. Ricardo Gonzalez Sauceda Nicknames: El Ricky, Mando R, Mando Ricky Lives in Nuevo Laredo, Tamaulipas, Mexico Born January 21, 1998, in Nuevo Laredo, Tamaulipas, Mexico Mexican nationality Male ID Number: GOSR980121HTSNCC04 (Mexico) Linked to: Cartel Del Noreste He is blocked for working for, or being part of, the Cartel Del Noreste, a group punished for illegal drugs and terrorism. Both men now have their money and property in the U.S. blocked. U.S. people cannot do business with them. Update to Cartel SANCTIONS OFAC also updated its information for the group called Los Zetas. This group also goes by other names: Cartel Del Noreste, CDN, and Northeast Cartel. The group is in Mexico. Organization Type: Transnational Terrorist Group Also called: CD N, Northeast Cartel, and Los Zetas Secondary sanctions apply under special U.S. rules for terrorism and for fighting illegal drugs The group is recognized as a terrorist and criminal organization. Money and property in the U.S. that belong to these groups or people are now blocked. Why Is This Important? OFAC uses Executive Order 14059 from December 15, 2021, to punish people in the global illegal drug trade. It also uses Executive Order 13224 to block property of people or groups tied to terrorism. The main aim is to stop crime and terror by blocking money from bad groups and people. Where to Find More Information Extra details and updates on sanctions are on OFAC’s official website: https://ofac.treasury.gov. Contact Information For more information, contact the OFAC Associate Director for Global Targeting at 202-622-2420, or the Assistant Director for Sanctions Compliance at 202-622-2490. You can also use https://ofac.treasury.gov/contact-ofac. Legal Disclaimer This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.
OFAC Briefing 2025-05-28
Treasury Department, Foreign Assets Control Office Briefing 2025-05-28 Estimated reading time: 3 minutes 1. 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 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. Additionally, OFAC is updating the identifying information of one person currently included on the SDN List. Legal Disclaimer This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.
Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposed eCollection eComments Requested; Extension Without Change of a Currently Approved Collection; Comments Requested: Sequestered Juror Information Form
U.S. Marshals Service Proposes Extension of Sequestered Juror Information Form Estimated reading time: 2–3 minutes On May 28, 2025, the U.S. Marshals Service (USMS) at the Department of Justice announced a proposed extension for the “Sequestered Juror Information Form” in the Federal Register (Vol. 90, No. 101, p. 22515). This notice relates to collecting information from people or households as part of the USMS’s duty to keep federal courthouses, courtrooms, and judges safe. The “Sequestered Juror Information Form” (Form USM-523A) helps Marshals Service workers plan for and react to safety needs for jurors during court cases. There will be no changes to the form compared to the currently approved version. The USMS is simply asking for an extension of the form’s use. Comments about this extension are welcome for 60 days, ending on July 28, 2025. The public or other agencies can send feedback on things such as: Whether this information collection is needed for the job of the Bureau of Justice Statistics. If the estimate for time spent and the way it is counted is correct. How the quality or understanding of the questions can be improved. How to reduce the amount of time people need to spend answering. The USMS expects about 14 people to fill out this form each year. It should take each person about 4 minutes to finish. This adds up to around 1 hour total for all 14 people each year. There is no cost burden listed for the people filling out the form. If anyone wants to send comments, give suggestions, or get more information about the form or the process, they can contact Assistant Chief Karl Slazer at the USMS Headquarters in Arlington, Virginia at 703-740-2316 or by email. For further questions, Darwin Arceo, Department Clearance Officer, can be reached at the Justice Management Division in Washington, DC. The notice was dated May 21, 2025, and signed by Darwin Arceo as the Department Clearance Officer for the Paperwork Reduction Act at the U.S. Department of Justice. Legal Disclaimer This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.
Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposed eCollection eComments Requested; Extension Without Change of a Currently Approved Collection; Comments Requested: Leased/Charter/Contract Personnel Expedited Clearance Request
U.S. Marshals Service Requests Comments on Expedited Clearance Form Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes The U.S. Marshals Service (USMS) is asking for public comments on an information collection form. The request is published in the Federal Register, Volume 90, Issue 101, dated Wednesday, May 28, 2025. The form is called “Leased/Charter/Contract Personnel Expedited Clearance Request.” It is also known as Form USM-271. The form is used to get and use contract flight personnel, such as pilots, cabin crew, and mechanics. These people are needed for short-notice flight missions for JPATS (Justice Prisoner & Alien Transportation System). The form collects information needed to complete quick background checks on flight staff. This helps keep U.S. Marshals Service and Bureau of Prisons prisoners safe during transport. Details of the Information Collection Type: Extension without change of a currently approved collection. Form Number: USM-271. Who Fills Out the Form: Individuals or households, such as contracted flight personnel. Number of Respondents: 180 estimated each year. Time to Complete: About 5 minutes per person. Total Time for All Respondents: 15 hours per year. USMS calculates the total time by multiplying 180 respondents by 5 minutes each, then dividing by 60 minutes for hours. How to Send Comments The USMS wants comments about four main points: If the information collected is needed for the Bureau of Justice Statistics and if it is useful. Whether the agency’s estimate of the burden is correct. If the collection can be made higher quality, more useful, or clearer. How to lessen the burden, such as using electronic or other modern technology. Comments will be accepted for 60 days, ending July 28, 2025. Contact for More Information If you want to send comments or need a copy of the form or instructions, contact: Assistant Chief Karl Slazer Management Support Division US Marshals Service Headquarters 1215 S Clark St., Ste. 10017 Arlington, VA 22202-4387 Phone: 703-740-2316 Email: [provided in the source document] If you need more information, you can also contact Darwin Arceo, Department Clearance Officer, United States Department of Justice, Justice Management Division, Policy and Planning Staff, Two Constitution Square, 145 N Street NE, 4W-218, Washington, DC. Official Notice This notice is signed by Darwin Arceo, Department Clearance Officer for PRA, U.S. Department of Justice, dated May 21, 2025 (FR Doc. 2025-09520). Legal Disclaimer This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.
Meeting of the Religious Liberty Commission
Department of Justice Announces First Meeting of Religious Liberty Commission Estimated reading time: 5–7 minutes The United States Department of Justice (DOJ) has announced the first meeting of the Religious Liberty Commission. The meeting will take place on June 16, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The event will be held at the World Stage Theater, Museum of the Bible, located at 400 4th St. SW, Washington, DC 20024. The meeting will be recorded and broadcast at justice.gov/live. The Religious Liberty Commission was created by the President through Executive Order 14291. The Commission serves as a federal advisory committee. It has a chairperson, a vice chair, and eleven other members. These members are chosen by the President. They include people from the private sector, employers, schools, religious groups, and state governments. The Commission will give advice to the Domestic Policy Council and the White House Faith Office about religious liberty policies in the United States. It will also create a report for the President. This report will cover the history of religious liberty in America, how religious liberty has helped society, today’s threats to religious liberty, ideas on how to protect religious liberty, and programs to increase awareness and celebrate religious pluralism in America. At the first meeting, the Commission will discuss the history of religious liberty in America. The group will talk about the Founders’ plans to protect religious liberty in the First Amendment. They will also discuss how the Supreme Court has decided cases about religious liberty, mainly from the mid-twentieth century onward. The meaning of the separation of church and state will also be a topic. Anyone who wants to attend in person needs to register. In-person attendance is open to the first 300 people who sign up. People can register by sending their full name, organization (if there is one), and email address to the provided email address. All guests must show ID and pass a security screening. People who want to give public comments can send them in writing. Comments must be sent by 5:00 p.m. on June 15, 2025. They can be sent by email or mailed to the Department of Justice, Office of the Associate Attorney General, 950 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Room 5706, Washington, DC 20530. For more information or to ask for help attending the meeting, contact M. Ashleigh Bondoc, Acting Designated Federal Official for the Religious Liberty Commission, by email or phone at 771-220-9743. This meeting notice is given under the Federal Advisory Committee Act (5 U.S.C. 1001 et seq.). Dated May 22, 2025. Legal Disclaimer This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.
DOJ Briefing 2025-05-28
Justice Department Briefing 2025-05-28 Estimated reading time: 3 minutes 1. Meeting of the Religious Liberty Commission Sub: Justice Department Content: The DOJ is publishing this notice to announce the first Federal advisory committee meeting of the Religious Liberty Commission (Commission). 2. Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposed eCollection eComments Requested; Extension Without Change of a Currently Approved Collection; Comments Requested: Leased/Charter/Contract Personnel Expedited Clearance Request Sub: Justice Department Content: The U.S. Marshals Service (USMS), Department of Justice (DOJ), 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 Without Change of a Currently Approved Collection; Comments Requested: Sequestered Juror Information Form Sub: Justice Department Content: The U.S. Marshals Service (USMS), Department of Justice (DOJ), 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. Legal Disclaimer This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.
Mattresses From the People’s Republic of China: Continuation of Antidumping Duty Order
U.S. Continues Antidumping Duty Order on Mattresses From China Estimated reading time: 4–6 minutes The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) has announced the continuation of the antidumping duty (AD) order on mattresses from the People’s Republic of China (China). This announcement follows determinations by both Commerce and the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC). Reason for Continuation Commerce and the ITC decided that ending the AD order would probably result in more dumped mattresses coming from China. Dumping means selling products at prices lower than in the home market or below the cost of production. The agencies found that if the order ended, U.S. mattress makers could be harmed again. Background The AD order on mattresses from China started on December 16, 2019. A required sunset review process began in November 2024. In the review, Commerce found that ending the order would bring back dumping. The ITC decided that this would likely cause harm, called “material injury,” to the U.S. mattress industry. Which Mattresses Are Covered The order covers all types of youth and adult mattresses. These must have a “core” for support. The core can be made of springs, foam, or other fillings. Adult mattresses must be more than 35 inches wide, 72 inches long, and 3 inches deep. Types include twin, full, queen, king, and California king. Youth mattresses must be more than 27 inches wide, 51 inches long, and over 1 inch deep. Crib mattresses can be up to 6 inches deep. Types include crib, toddler, and youth mattresses. The order applies to innerspring, non-innerspring, and hybrid mattresses. Hybrid mattresses have two or more support types, such as memory foam and springs. Non-innerspring mattresses are made with foam or other fillings. Mattresses imported by themselves, as part of furniture, or with a mattress foundation are covered. Only the mattress part is covered if it is imported with other furniture or as a set. Exclusions Certain items are not covered: Futon mattresses (tufted and without innersprings or foam) Airbeds and waterbeds (air or liquid-filled beds) Certain furniture that turns into beds if the mattress part is built into the furniture and inseparable Products already under the order for uncovered innerspring units from China (since 2009) Product Codes The products are listed under specific Harmonized Tariff Schedule for the United States (HTSUS) codes. These include 9404.21.0010, 9404.21.0013, 9404.29.1005, 9404.29.1013, 9404.29.9085, 9404.29.9087, and others. The written description is the final guide on what is covered. What Happens Next The continuation of the order is effective from May 20, 2025. U.S. Customs will keep collecting antidumping cash deposits at current rates for all covered mattresses from China. Commerce will next review this order in five years. Reminder on Confidentiality Commerce reminds all parties with access to confidential information to handle it properly under protection rules. This notice is published under the relevant laws and regulations. The determination and continuation are signed by Abdelali Elouaradia, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Enforcement and Compliance, on May 21, 2025. Legal Disclaimer This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.
Active Anode Material From the People’s Republic of China: Preliminary Affirmative Countervailing Duty Determination and Alignment of Final Determination With Final Antidumping Duty Determination
Commerce Department Finds Subsidies for Chinese Active Anode Material Estimated reading time: 4–6 minutes The U.S. Department of Commerce has made a preliminary decision. It found that producers and exporters in China are getting countervailable subsidies for active anode material. The finding comes after an investigation covering January 1, 2023, through December 31, 2023. What Is Active Anode Material? Active anode material is used in batteries. It is graphite with at least 90 percent carbon. It may have synthetic or natural graphite, or a mix of both. It might also be mixed with silicon materials or additives like carbon black. It can be in powder, liquid, or block forms. It is covered even if imported as part of a mixture or a battery. Companies Covered in the Investigation The Department looked at several companies. These include Panasonic Global Procurement China Co., Ltd. and its partner, Panasonic Corporation of China. Together, they work with suppliers such as BTR New Material Group and its affiliates. Shanghai Shaosheng Knitted Sweat and Huzhou Kaijin New Energy Technology Corp., Ltd. were also examined. Initial Findings and Subsidy Rates The Department set subsidy rates for these companies. The results are: Panasonic Global Procurement China Co., Ltd. and Panasonic Corporation of China: 6.55 percent. Shanghai Shaosheng Knitted Sweat: 721.03 percent (this rate is based on facts available with adverse inferences). Huzhou Kaijin New Energy Technology Corp., Ltd.: 721.03 percent (this rate is also based on facts available with adverse inferences). All other producers and exporters: 6.55 percent. The highest rates were assigned when companies did not provide enough information to the Department. Next Steps in the Investigation U.S. Customs and Border Protection will now suspend liquidation of the imports listed above. This means imports of active anode material from China will need a cash deposit equal to the above rates. The Department will check the information in the final review, called verification. The final decision will be made on the same date as the companion antidumping investigation. That is now set for no later than September 29, 2025, unless postponed. How to Comment or Take Part Companies and parties interested in this investigation can comment. They can send case briefs or comments on the determination. They can also request a hearing by giving their name, address, and which issues they want to discuss. These requests must be made within 30 days of the notice. International Review The U.S. International Trade Commission will be informed of this decision. If the final finding is also affirmative, the Commission will decide if these imports hurt U.S. industry. Where to Find More Information The full details and reasoning are provided in the Preliminary Decision Memorandum. Public documents are available online at https://access.trade.gov. Product Scope and Customs Active anode material is usually listed under these U.S. customs codes: 2504.10.5000 and 3801.10.5000. Other possible codes include 2504.10.1000 and 3801.90.0000. The written scope in the investigation is the final word. Summary The Department of Commerce believes Chinese producers of active anode material are receiving financial backing from the Chinese government. This investigation is ongoing. Interested parties should review the findings and take action if needed. Legal Disclaimer This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.
Circular Welded Austenitic Stainless Pressure Pipe From the People’s Republic of China: Continuation of Antidumping Duty Order and Countervailing Duty Order
U.S. Extends Duties on Stainless Pressure Pipe Imports from China Estimated reading time: 1–3 minutes On May 28, 2025, the U.S. Department of Commerce announced it will continue its antidumping and countervailing duty orders for circular welded austenitic stainless pressure pipe from China. This decision follows findings by both the Department of Commerce and the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC). The Department of Commerce and ITC agreed that removing these duties would likely cause more dumping—when products are sold at less than fair value—and let unfair government subsidies continue. They also found that ending the duties could hurt U.S. companies that make these pipes. The duties first started in March 2009. Since then, the U.S. government has checked every five years to see if the duties are still needed. This latest check is the third five-year “sunset review” for these orders. What Is Covered The orders apply to circular welded austenitic stainless pressure pipe that is up to 14 inches wide. The pipe covered includes products made to meet ASTM A-312 or ASTM A-778 standards or similar standards from other countries. The orders do not cover mechanical tubing, certain boiler or heat exchanger tubes, and special tubing made to other ASTM standards. Most of these pipes are listed in certain Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS) codes. The exact product description controls which items the orders cover. Next Steps U.S. Customs and Border Protection will keep collecting the antidumping and countervailing duty deposits on all covered pipe from China at current rates. The official continuation began on May 21, 2025, the same day the ITC shared its final decision. The Department of Commerce will begin another five-year review of these orders on or before the fifth anniversary of this latest decision. Rules for Businesses The notice also reminds parties involved to return or destroy private information they received during this review process, according to federal rules. This decision and the duties are being continued under U.S. law, following sections 751(c), 751(d)(2), and 777(i) of the Tariff Act of 1930 and related regulations. The Deputy Assistant Secretary for Enforcement and Compliance, Abdelali Elouaradia, signed the order on May 21, 2025. Legal Disclaimer This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.
ITA Briefing 2025-05-28
Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Briefing 2025-05-28 Estimated reading time: 5 minutes 1. Circular Welded Austenitic Stainless Pressure Pipe From the People’s Republic of China: Continuation of Antidumping Duty Order and Countervailing Duty Order 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 countervailing duty (CVD) order on circular welded austenitic stainless pressure pipe (WSPP) from the People's Republic of China (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. 2. Welded Stainless Steel Pressure Pipe From Malaysia, Thailand, and the Socialist Republic of Vietnam: Continuation of Antidumping Duty Orders 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 welded stainless steel pressure pipe (WSSPP) from Malaysia, Thailand, and the Socialist Republic of Vietnam (Vietnam) 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. Active Anode Material From the People’s Republic of China: Preliminary Affirmative Countervailing Duty Determination and Alignment of Final Determination With Final Antidumping Duty Determination 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 active anode material from the People's Republic of China (China). The period of investigation is January 1, 2023, through December 31, 2023. Interested parties are invited to comment on this preliminary determination. 4. Mattresses From the People’s Republic of China: Continuation of Antidumping Duty Order 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 on mattresses from the People's Republic of China (China) would be likely to lead to continuation or recurrence of dumping, Commerce is publishing a notice of continuation of these AD orders. Legal Disclaimer This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.
Notice of OFAC Sanctions Actions
U.S. Removes Two Individuals from OFAC Sanctions List Estimated reading time: 1–3 minutes The U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has announced the removal of two persons from the Specially Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons (SDN) List. The action was issued on May 21, 2025. This means the property and interests in property of these individuals are no longer blocked under Executive Orders (E.O.) 13850 or 13857. Individuals Removed: Leonardo Gonzalez Dellan – Also known as Leonardo Gonzalez – Located in London, United Kingdom – Date of Birth: September 11, 1966 – Citizen of Venezuela – Male – Venezuelan ID Number: 8639102 – Venezuelan Passports: – 073785390 (expired July 1, 2018) – 046041771 (expired May 24, 2016) – 002272834 (expired August 14, 2012) Alejandro Antonio Fleming Cabrera – Located in Caracas, Capital District, Venezuela – Date of Birth: October 3, 1973 – Male – Venezuelan ID Number: 11953485 – Vice Minister for Europe of Venezuela’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs – Former posts include: – Vice Minister for North America, Ministry of Foreign Affairs – President, National Center for Foreign Commerce (CENCOEX) – President, Suministros Venezolanos Industriales, C.A. (SUVINCA) – Ambassador of Venezuela to Luxembourg – Chief Ambassador of the Venezuelan Mission to the European Union Further Information: The official notice appears in the Federal Register, Volume 90, Issue 100, dated Tuesday, May 27, 2025, on page 22438. OFAC notifications and the full SDN List are available online at: https://ofac.treasury.gov. For more details, contact the Office of Foreign Assets Control at: Associate Director for Global Targeting: 202-622-2420 Assistant Director for Licensing: 202-622-2480 Assistant Director for Sanctions Compliance: 202-622-2490 Acting Director: Lisa M. Palluconi Office of Foreign Assets Control Department of the Treasury Legal Disclaimer This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.
OFAC Briefing 2025-05-27
Treasury Department, Foreign Assets Control Office Briefing 2025-05-27 Estimated reading time: 3 minutes 1. 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 persons whose property and interests in property have been unblocked and who have been removed from the list of Specially Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons (SDN List). Legal Disclaimer This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.
Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposed Collection and Comments Requested; Extension Without Change, of a previously Approved Collection #1121-0277: OJJDP National Training and Technical Assistance Center (NTTAC) Feedback Form Package
Department of Justice Seeks Comments on OJJDP Feedback Form Extension Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes On May 27, 2025, the Department of Justice (DOJ), Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention (OJJDP), released a notice in the Federal Register. The notice concerns a request for public comments about the extension of an information collection called the “OJJDP National Training and Technical Assistance Center (NTTAC) Feedback Form Package.” This collection is identified with OMB Number 1121-0277. The OJJDP is asking the public to send comments about whether the information collected is needed for its activities, the accuracy of the estimated time for people to respond, ways to make the data better, and methods to decrease the time it takes to complete the forms. Comments will be accepted for 60 days, until July 28, 2025. If you need more information or want to review the forms, you can contact Jill Molter, the Digital Communications and Training and Technical Assistance Coordinator at OJJDP’s NTTAC. She can be reached by phone at 202-514-8871 or by mail at 999 North Capitol Street NE, Washington, DC 20002. Comments can also be sent to the Office of Management and Budget at [email address protected]. The main purpose of the Feedback Form Package is to collect feedback from people who receive technical help, attend conferences, provide training, or take part in focus groups. This helps OJJDP and NTTAC check on the quality of their services, make needed changes, and improve training and help for people working in juvenile justice. The form will be sent to many groups, including individuals, households, all levels of government, non-profits, and private businesses. The process will help OJJDP learn about people’s satisfaction and understand their needs better. It is estimated that 4,756 people will fill out these forms. The time it takes to fill out a form could be as quick as 0.03 hours or as long as 1.5 hours. The total time for all responses in one year is expected to be about 430.5 hours. If additional information is needed, Darwin Arceo, Department Clearance Officer at the Justice Management Division, can be contacted at Two Constitution Square, 145 N Street NE, 4W-218, Washington, DC 20530. The notice was officially signed by Darwin Arceo on May 21, 2025. The Department of Justice encourages everyone involved or interested to share their comments before the deadline. Legal Disclaimer This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.
Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposed eCollection eComments Requested; Revisions of Previously Approved Collection
Department of Justice Seeks Public Comment on Nonprofit Credit Counseling Agency Application Process Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes The United States Department of Justice has issued a notice about changes to its Application for Approval as a Nonprofit Budget and Credit Counseling Agency. This notice comes from the United States Trustee Program. It appears in the Federal Register, Volume 90, Number 100, dated Tuesday, May 27, 2025. The Department is asking for public comments. People can send comments until July 28, 2025. The reason for the notice is to change an information collection. The Department wants to make sure the application process for nonprofit credit counseling agencies works well and follows the law. These nonprofit agencies help people who want to file for bankruptcy. The Bankruptcy Abuse Prevention and Consumer Protection Act of 2005 (BAPCPA) says anyone filing for bankruptcy must, within 180 days before filing, get credit counseling from an approved nonprofit agency. The Application asks these agencies for information so that the Department of Justice can make sure they follow all the rules. There is no specific agency form number for this collection. The United States Trustee Program is the department in charge. The public group affected by this change is nonprofit agencies wanting to give credit counseling to bankruptcy filers. According to the notice, 74 agencies are expected to complete the application. The time it takes to finish this application is different for new and renewing agencies: Initial applicants need about 10 hours. Standard renewal applicants need about 4 hours. Refreshed renewal applicants need about 9 hours. The Department estimates the total burden for all agencies is about 391 hours. People who want more information or wish to see the full application form can contact Juliet Drake at the United States Trustee Program. Contact details include the address (441 G Street NW, Suite 6150, Washington, DC 20548), email, and phone number (202-307-3698). Further questions can also be sent to Darwin Arceo, the Department Clearance Officer, at the Department of Justice, Justice Management Division, Two Constitution Square, 145 N Street NE, 3E.405A, Washington, DC 20530. The Department encourages everyone to look at how the information collection works. The public is asked to give thoughts on: If collecting this information is needed for the Trustee Program to work well. Whether the agency’s time estimates for filling out the forms are right. How the collection could be made more clear and useful. Ways to make the process easier, like using technology. Written by order of Darwin Arceo, Department Clearance Officer for the Paperwork Reduction Act, U.S. Department of Justice. The notice was filed on May 23, 2025. Legal Disclaimer This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.
Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposed eCollection eComments Requested; Revisions of Currently Approved Collection
Department of Justice Seeks Comments on Financial Course Provider Application Estimated reading time: 2–4 minutes What Is Happening? The Department of Justice is asking the public to send comments about this application. The public can send comments until July 28, 2025. Who Can Comment? Anyone who is interested, especially those who want to give feedback about how much work the application is, how much time it takes, how useful it is, and how it could be better. Suggestions for using technology, like electronic forms, are also welcome. Who Fills Out This Application? Individuals and businesses who want to teach personal financial management to debtors in bankruptcy cases must fill out this application. The application is required by the Bankruptcy Abuse Prevention and Consumer Protection Act of 2005. Debtors must complete an approved instructional course before they can have their debts discharged. What Information Does the Application Collect? The application gathers information from potential course providers to make sure they meet legal requirements and rules. Providers must follow the criteria set by the United States Trustee Program. How Long Will It Take? There will be about 135 respondents. First-time applicants will spend about 10 hours to complete the application. Standard renewal applicants will spend about 4 hours. Applicants doing a special type of renewal will spend about 9 hours. Additional Surveys for Debtors About 468,238 debtors are expected to fill out a survey about the instructional course. This survey should take about 1 minute to finish. Total Time Needed Each Year The total time spent by applicants will be about 694 hours. The total time spent by debtors will be about 7,804 hours. The total public burden is estimated at 8,498 hours every year. How to Get More Information For more about the application and instructions, contact Juliet Drake, Deputy Assistant Director, Executive Office for United States Trustees, at 441 G Street NW, Suite 6150, Washington, DC 20548, or call (202) 307-3698. If more information is needed about the collection process, contact Darwin Arceo, Department Clearance Officer, U.S. Department of Justice, at 145 N Street NE, 3E.405A, Washington, DC 20530. Important Dates Comments must be submitted by July 28, 2025. Document Details This notice was published in the Federal Register on May 27, 2025, under document number 2025-09473. Legal Disclaimer This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.
DOJ Briefing 2025-05-27
Justice Department Briefing 2025-05-27 Estimated reading time: 4 minutes 1. Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposed eCollection eComments Requested; Revisions of Currently Approved Collection Sub: Justice Department Content: The Department of Justice, United States Trustee Program, 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. 2. Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposed eCollection eComments Requested; Revisions of Previously Approved Collection Sub: Justice Department Content: The Department of Justice, United States Trustee Program, 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. 3. Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposed Collection and Comments Requested; Extension Without Change, of a previously Approved Collection #1121-0277: OJJDP National Training and Technical Assistance Center (NTTAC) Feedback Form Package Sub: Justice Department Content: The Department of Justice (DOJ), Office of Justice Programs (OJP), 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. Legal Disclaimer This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.
Xanthan Gum From the People’s Republic of China: Final Results of Antidumping Duty Administrative Review and Final Determination of No Shipments; 2022-2023
U.S. Announces Final Antidumping Duty Results for Xanthan Gum Imports from China Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes U.S. Department of Commerce Releases Final Review Results The U.S. Department of Commerce has released the final results of its administrative review of antidumping duties on xanthan gum from the People’s Republic of China. The review covers the period from July 1, 2022, to June 30, 2023. Companies Reviewed and Determined Dumping Margins Commerce determined that Deosen Biochemical (Ordos) Ltd. (Deosen) and Neimenggu Fufeng Biotechnologies Co., Ltd. (Fufeng Group, including Inner Mongolia Fufeng Biotechnologies Co., Ltd., Shandong Fufeng Fermentation Co., Ltd., and Xinjiang Fufeng Biotechnologies Co., Ltd.) sold xanthan gum in the U.S. at less than normal value during the review period. Two other companies, Jianlong Biotechnology Co., Ltd. and CP Kelco (Shandong) Biological Company Limited, were found eligible for separate rates. Commerce also found that Shanghai Smart Chemicals Co. Ltd. and Deosen Biochemical Ltd. did not have shipments of subject merchandise during the review period. Final Weighted-Average Dumping Margins Deosen Biochemical (Ordos) Ltd.: 6.46% Neimenggu Fufeng Biotechnologies Co., Ltd./Shandong Fufeng Fermentation Co., Ltd./Xinjiang Fufeng Biotechnologies Co., Ltd.: 0.00% Non-examined but separate rate companies: Jianlong Biotechnology Co., Ltd.: 6.46% CP Kelco (Shandong) Biological Company Limited: 6.46% Method of Determining Separate Rates Because only Deosen had a rate that was not zero, that rate (6.46%) was used for the separate rate companies. Fufeng’s weighted-average dumping margin was zero. China-Wide Entity Rate Companies that did not qualify for a separate rate remain part of the China-wide entity. The rate for the China-wide entity remains 154.07%. Commerce continues to deny separate rate status to companies listed in Appendix II of the notice. Assessment Rates Commerce will instruct U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to assess antidumping duties on all relevant entries. For Deosen, importer-specific rates will be calculated. If an importer-specific rate is zero or de minimis (0.50% or below), no duties will be collected. For Fufeng, because its dumping margin is zero, CBP will liquidate those entries without collecting duties. For separate rate respondents (CP Kelco (Shandong) and Jianlong), the assessment rate will be 6.46%. Companies part of the China-wide entity will have an assessment rate of 154.07%. Cash Deposit Requirements Exporters listed above: cash deposit rate is as above. Previously reviewed exporters with a separate rate not listed: their last published rate applies. All other China exporters with no separate rate: China-wide entity rate of 154.07% applies. All non-China exporters: the rate of the supplying China exporter applies. These rates become effective for imports entered, or withdrawn for consumption, on or after May 27, 2025, and will stay in effect until notice. No Shipments Determination Commerce confirmed that Shanghai Smart Chemicals Co. Ltd. and Deosen Biochemical Ltd. had no shipments during the review period. Reimbursement and Protective Orders Importers must file certificates confirming they have not been reimbursed for antidumping duties, as required by regulations. Failure to comply may result in double duties. Parties subject to administrative protective orders (APO) must return or destroy proprietary information as required. Further Information The full list of issues, calculations, and company-specific details are available in the Issues and Decision Memorandum and Appendix sections of the notice. Final results were published by Abdelali Elouaradia, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Enforcement and Compliance, on May 20, 2025. Legal Disclaimer This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.
2,4-Dichlorophenoxyacetic Acid From India and the People’s Republic of China: Antidumping Duty Orders
U.S. Imposes Antidumping Duties on 2,4-Dichlorophenoxyacetic Acid from India and China Estimated reading time: 4–6 minutes The United States Department of Commerce has issued antidumping duty orders on 2,4-Dichlorophenoxyacetic Acid (2,4-D) from India and the People’s Republic of China. This action is based on investigations by the Department of Commerce and the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC). Background On April 7, 2025, the Department of Commerce published its final decisions that 2,4-D from India and China was being sold in the U.S. for less than fair value. On May 16, 2025, the ITC found that the U.S. industry is hurt by dumped imports of 2,4-D from these countries. Scope of the Orders These orders cover 2,4-D and its derivative products, such as salt and ester forms. 2,4-D is identified by the Chemical Abstracts Service (CAS) number 94-75-7. The orders include various forms of 2,4-D salts and esters, like sodium salt and butoxyethyl ester. All forms, regardless of purity, size, or physical condition, are included. The country of origin for any salt or ester is defined by where the 2,4-D acid is produced. The affected products are classified under several Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS) codes, but the written order description decides what is covered. Duty Rates Commerce will direct U.S. Customs and Border Protection to collect antidumping duties equal to the amount by which normal value exceeds the export price. The duties apply to shipments entered on or after November 14, 2024. India: Atul Limited: dumping margin 25.85%, cash deposit 20.62% Meghmani Organics Limited: dumping margin 6.10%, cash deposit 3.18% All Others: dumping margin 15.98%, cash deposit 11.90% China: China-Wide Entity: dumping margin 127.21%, cash deposit 126.58% Provisional Measures Suspension of liquidation due to these duties started on November 14, 2024. These measures lasted for six months and ended on May 12, 2025. Any 2,4-D entered from May 13, 2025, to the day before these final orders were published, will not be subject to duties, but duties and suspension resume from the date of publication. Annual Inquiry Service Lists Commerce will make an online annual inquiry service list for these orders. Parties interested in these cases should file an entry of appearance in the Antidumping and Countervailing Duty Electronic Service System (ACCESS) within 30 days of the order publication. Special Instructions Petitioners and the governments of India and China will be placed on the annual inquiry service list automatically after their first entry. They do not need to submit again each year unless they need to make changes. Further Information More information about current Antidumping and Countervailing Duty orders can be found at: https://www.trade.gov/datavisualization/adcvd-proceedings Conclusion These orders are now in effect as of May 27, 2025. They are enforced and published under the relevant U.S. laws and regulations. For questions, contact: Grant Fuller (India): Office IX, (202) 482-6228 Matthew Palmer (China): Office III, (202) 482-1678 AD/CVD Operations, Enforcement and Compliance, U.S. Department of Commerce. Legal Reference: Federal Register Volume 90, Number 100 (Tuesday, May 27, 2025), Pages 22243-22245. [Order No. 2025-09452] Legal Disclaimer This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.
2,4-Dichlorophenoxyacetic Acid From the People’s Republic of China and India: Countervailing Duty Orders
U.S. Issues Countervailing Duty Orders on 2,4-D Herbicide from China and India Estimated reading time: 5–9 minutes On May 27, 2025, the Department of Commerce announced new countervailing duty (CVD) orders on 2,4-dichlorophenoxyacetic acid (2,4-D) from China and India. This decision follows final rulings from both Commerce and the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC). Key Details The U.S. government found that U.S. industry is being harmed by subsidized imports of 2,4-D from these countries. The ITC confirmed this injury on May 16, 2025. The companies must now face countervailing duties. These are extra fees applied to imported goods that get unfair help from their home country’s government. Who Is Affected For China: Jiangxi Tianyu Chemical Co., Ltd. and its related companies: 26.50% Shandong Rainbow Agrosciences Co., Ltd. and its related companies: 169.63% All other producers or exporters: 26.50% For India: Atul Limited: 5.29% Meghmani Organics Limited and its related companies: 6.32% All other producers or exporters: 5.88% Effective Dates The duties apply to entries of 2,4-D from China and India that came into the U.S. on or after September 13, 2024. However, goods imported between January 11, 2025, and before May 27, 2025, are not subject to these duties. During this period, the U.S. government paused the extra fees. Customs officers will now collect cash deposits equal to the subsidy rates shown. These will stay in effect until further notice. What Is Covered The order covers 2,4-D and its salt and ester forms. This includes products with the following chemical numbers and forms: 2,4-D (CAS 94-75-7) 2,4-D sodium salt (CAS 2702-72-9) 2,4-D diethanolamine salt (CAS 5742-19-8) 2,4-D dimethyl amine salt (CAS 2008-39-1) 2,4-D isopropylamine salt (CAS 5742-17-6) 2,4-D tri-isopropanolamine salt (CAS 3234180-3) 2,4-D choline salt (CAS 1048373-72-3) 2,4-D butoxyethyl ester (CAS 1929-733) 2,4-D 2-ethylhexylester (CAS 1928-43-4) 2,4-D isopropylester (CAS 94-11-1) The order covers these items no matter their purity, size, or form. If 2,4-D acid is changed to a salt or ester, it is still covered. Mixed products are covered only for their 2,4-D amount. The country where the 2,4-D acid is made counts as the origin. These chemicals usually fall under HTSUS codes 2918.99.2010 and others listed in the notice. Administrative Details There will be an annual inquiry service list for these orders. Interested parties must enter their appearance on the online system within 30 days after this announcement. Petitioners and foreign governments need to appear on the first list but will stay on future lists automatically. Contact information can be updated as needed. More Information A list of current countervailing duty orders is at https://www.trade.gov/data-visualization/adcvd-proceedings. This notice was signed by Christopher Abbott, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Policy and Negotiations, U.S. Department of Commerce, Enforcement and Compliance. [FR Doc. 2025-09453 Filed 5-23-25; 8:45 am] Legal Disclaimer This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.
ITA Briefing 2025-05-27
Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Briefing 2025-05-27 Estimated reading time: 5 minutes 1. Certain Epoxy Resins From Taiwan: Amended Final Countervailing Duty Determination; Certain Epoxy Resins From the Republic of Korea and Taiwan: Countervailing Duty Orders Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: Based on affirmative final determinations by the U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) and the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), Commerce is issuing the countervailing duty (CVD) orders on certain epoxy resins (epoxy resins) from the Republic of Korea (Korea) and Taiwan. In addition, Commerce is amending its final determination with respect to epoxy resins from Taiwan to correct a ministerial error. 2. Certain Epoxy Resins From Taiwan: Amended Final Antidumping Duty Determination; Certain Epoxy Resins From the Republic of Korea, Taiwan, and Thailand: Antidumping Duty Orders Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: Based on affirmative final determinations by the U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) and the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), Commerce is issuing antidumping duty (AD) orders on certain epoxy resins (epoxy resins) from the Republic of Korea (Korea), Taiwan, and Thailand. In addition, Commerce is amending its final determination with respect to epoxy resins from Taiwan to correct a ministerial error. 3. 2,4-Dichlorophenoxyacetic Acid From the People’s Republic of China and India: Countervailing Duty Orders Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: Based on affirmative final determinations by the U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) and the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), Commerce is issuing countervailing duty (CVD) orders on 2,4-dichlorophenoxyacetic Acid (2,4-D) from the People’s Republic of China (China) and India. 4. 2,4-Dichlorophenoxyacetic Acid From India and the People’s Republic of China: Antidumping Duty Orders Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: Based on affirmative final determinations by the U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) and the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), Commerce is issuing antidumping duty (AD) orders on 2,4-dichlorophenoxyacetic acid (2,4-D) from India and the People’s Republic of China (China). 5. Xanthan Gum From the People’s Republic of China: Final Results of Antidumping Duty Administrative Review and Final Determination of No Shipments; 2022-2023 Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) determines that Neimenggu Fufeng Biotechnologies Co., Ltd. (aka Inner Mongolia Fufeng Biotechnologies Co., Ltd.), Shandong Fufeng Fermentation Co., Ltd., and Xinjiang Fufeng Biotechnologies Co., Ltd. (collectively, Fufeng) and Deosen Biochemical (Ordos) Ltd. (Deosen) sold xanthan gum from the People’s Republic of China (China) at less than normal value during the period of review (POR), July 1, 2022, through June 30, 2023. Additionally, we find that Jianlong Biotechnology Co., Ltd. (Jianlong) and CP Kelco (Shandong) Biological Company Limited (CP Kelco (Shandong)) are eligible for a separate rate. Commerce also determines that two companies under review, Shanghai Smart Chemicals Co. Ltd. (Shanghai Smart) and Deosen Biochemical Ltd., had no shipments during the POR. 6. Oil Country Tubular Goods From India: Final Results of Antidumping Duty Administrative Review, 2022-2023; Correction Sub: Commerce Department, International Trade Administration Content: The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) published notice in the Federal Register of May 13, 2025, in which Commerce published the final results of the antidumping duty (AD) administrative review for oil country tubular goods from India. In this notice, Commerce did not list the correct cash deposit rate for all other producers and/or exporters. Legal Disclaimer This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.
Certain Integrated Circuits, Electronic Devices Containing the Same, and Components Thereof; Notice of Institution of Investigation
US International Trade Commission Announces Investigation into Integrated Circuits and Devices Estimated reading time: 4–6 minutes On May 20, 2025, the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) announced that it has started an investigation based on a complaint filed by Onesta IP, LLC. The complaint was originally filed on April 18, 2025, and later updated on May 8, 2025. Onesta IP, LLC is located in Wayne, Pennsylvania. The complaint says that certain companies are violating section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930. The complaint covers integrated circuits, electronic devices that use those integrated circuits, and parts of those devices. The complaint alleges that these products are being imported, sold for importation, or sold inside the United States after importation, in ways that infringe on six U.S. patents. The patents named are: U.S. Patent No. 8,854,381 U.S. Patent No. 9,519,943 U.S. Patent No. 7,717,350 U.S. Patent No. 11,741,019 U.S. Patent No. 11,841,803 U.S. Patent No. 9,116,809 The complaint also claims that there is an industry in the United States based on these patents or that one is being created. Onesta IP, LLC asks the ITC to investigate and to issue a limited exclusion order and cease and desist orders if the complaint is proven. Scope of the Investigation The ITC’s investigation will look at: Whether there is a violation of section 337 in the importation, sale for importation, or sale in the U.S. of certain products that are linked to the listed patents. The specific patent claims under investigation are: Claims 5-8, 19, and 20 of the ‘381 patent Claims 1-24 of the ‘943 patent Claims 1-25 of the ‘350 patent Claims 1-20 of the ‘019 patent Claims 1-3 and 7-10 of the ‘803 patent Claims 1-25 of the ‘809 patent Products under investigation include: (a) Integrated circuits that have processors (b) Devices with these integrated circuits, such as circuit board assemblies, graphics cards, smartphones, tablets, smartwatches, and computers (c) Parts or subassemblies of those products Respondent Companies The complaint lists the following companies as respondents in the investigation: NVIDIA Corporation 2701 San Tomas Express Way, Santa Clara, CA 95050 Qualcomm Incorporated 5775 Morehouse Drive, San Diego, CA 92121 OnePlus Technology (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd. 18C02, 18C03, 18C04, 18C05, Shum Yip Terra Building, Binhe Avenue North, Futian District, Shenzhen, China 518000 Nothing Technology Limited Bedford House, 21A John Street, London, WC1N 2BF, United Kingdom Legal Process The ITC has named the Office of Unfair Import Investigations as a party in the investigation. A Chief Administrative Law Judge from the ITC will oversee the case and assign a presiding Administrative Law Judge. All named respondents must reply to the complaint within 20 days of receiving it. If a company does not respond on time, it may lose the right to defend itself and the ITC may decide the case based only on the information already received. This can result in exclusion orders or cease and desist orders against that company. The judge will also collect information and hear arguments about the public interest in this investigation. The findings will be sent to the Commission, as outlined by law. Public Information The non-confidential version of the complaint is available online through the ITC’s Electronic Docket Information System (EDIS) at https://edis.usitc.gov. For more help accessing information or for special needs, the ITC has provided contact emails and phone numbers. This notice was issued by the ITC’s Secretary to the Commission, Lisa Barton, and published in the Federal Register on May 27, 2025. Legal Disclaimer This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.
USITC Briefing 2025-05-27
International Trade Commission Briefing 2025-05-27 Estimated reading time: 4 minutes 1. Certain Integrated Circuits, Electronic Devices Containing the Same, and Components Thereof; 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 April 18, 2025, under section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930, as amended, on behalf of Onesta IP, LLC of Wayne, Pennsylvania. A letter supplementing the complaint was filed on May 8, 2025. 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 integrated circuits, electronic devices containing the same, and components thereof by reason of the infringement of certain claims of U.S. Patent No. 8,854,381 (“the ‘381 patent”); U.S. Patent No. 9,519,943 (“the ‘943 patent”); U.S. Patent No. 7,717,350 (“the ‘350 patent”); U.S. Patent No.11,741,019 (“the ‘019 patent”); U.S. Patent No. 11,841,803 (“the ‘803 patent”); and U.S. Patent No. 9,116,809 (“the `809 patent”). The complaint further alleges that an industry in the United States exists or is in the process of being established 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. 2. Acetone From Belgium, Singapore, South Africa, South Korea, and Spain; Scheduling of a Full Five-Year Review Sub: International Trade Commission Content: The Commission hereby gives notice of the scheduling of full reviews pursuant to the Tariff Act of 1930 (“the Act”) to determine whether revocation of the antidumping duty orders on acetone from Belgium, Singapore, South Africa, South Korea, and Spain 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. Legal Disclaimer This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.
Steel Threaded Rod from China; Scheduling of an Expedited Five-Year Review
U.S. International Trade Commission Schedules Expedited Five-Year Review for Steel Threaded Rod from China Estimated reading time: 4–6 minutes The United States International Trade Commission (USITC) announced the scheduling of an expedited five-year review concerning steel threaded rod from China. This action is taken under the Tariff Act of 1930 to determine if removing the antidumping duty order would likely cause material injury again within a reasonable time. The date for this action is May 9, 2025. Reasons for the Review The USITC found that the response from domestic interested parties to its notice of institution was adequate. The response from respondent interested parties was inadequate. No other circumstances were found to justify a full review. Because of this, the Commission will conduct an expedited review according to section 751(c)(3) of the Act (19 U.S.C. 1675(c)(3)). Commissioner David S. Johanson voted to conduct a full review. Rules and Procedures The review will follow the Commission’s Rules of Practice and Procedure found in 19 CFR part 201 and 19 CFR part 207. The staff report about this review was placed in the nonpublic record and will be given to people on the Administrative Protective Order service list on June 11, 2025. A public version of the report will be issued later. Written Submissions Interested parties who have given adequate responses to the notice of institution can submit written comments regarding what determination the Commission should make. Other parties and non-interested persons may also submit brief written statements by June 18, 2025. These submissions may not contain new factual information. If the Department of Commerce extends its review timeline, then comments related to Commerce’s final results must be submitted within three business days after the announcement. Written comments containing business proprietary information (BPI) must follow requirements listed in 19 CFR 201.6, 207.3, and 207.7. More information about the Commission’s filing procedures is available on their website. The Commission has accepted the response from Vulcan Threaded Products, Inc. as individually adequate. Other interested party comments will not be accepted. Service and Certification Documents filed by any party must be served to all other parties involved in the review. A certificate of service must be attached. Without this certificate, the Secretary will not accept the document for filing. Timeline Extension The Commission considers this review to be extraordinarily complicated. It has chosen to extend the review period by up to 90 days according to 19 U.S.C. 1675(c)(5)(B). Authority This action is authorized under Title VII of the Tariff Act of 1930. The notice has been published following section 207.62 of the Commission’s rules. The notice was issued by Lisa Barton, Secretary to the Commission, on May 20, 2025. Legal Disclaimer This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.
Refined Brown Aluminum Oxide From China; Scheduling of an Expedited Five-Year Review
U.S. International Trade Commission Schedules Expedited Review on Refined Brown Aluminum Oxide From China Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes The U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) has announced it will carry out an expedited five-year review of the antidumping duty order on refined brown aluminum oxide from China. This action will determine if removing the order would likely cause continued or repeated harm to the U.S. industry in the near future. The decision follows the Tariff Act of 1930. On May 9, 2025, the ITC found that responses from domestic parties were adequate, while responses from foreign parties were not. No extra reasons were found to require a full review. The Commission voted to go forward with an expedited review, as stated in section 751(c)(3) of the Act. Commissioner David S. Johanson voted to conduct a full review. People needing more information can contact Kenneth Gatten III at the Office of Investigations, U.S. International Trade Commission. A staff report with details about the review has been added to the nonpublic record. It will be shared with people on the Administrative Protective Order service list for this review on June 4, 2025. A public version will be released after that, following the Commission’s guidelines. Interested parties who qualify may submit written comments to the Secretary of the Commission on what decision should be reached. These comments are due by 5:15 p.m. on June 11, 2025, and cannot include new facts. People who are not parties or interested parties may send a short written statement by the same date, but these, too, must not add new facts. If the Department of Commerce extends its own review, the comment deadline will be three business days after Commerce issues its final results. Comments with business proprietary information (BPI) must follow specific Commission rules. More information on filing can be found in the Handbook on Filing Procedures on the Commission’s website. The Commission found that responses from Great Lakes Minerals, LLC, Imerys Niagara Falls, Inc., U.S. Electrofused Minerals, Inc., and Washington Mills were adequate. Written comments from other parties will not be accepted. All documents filed must be served to all other parties and must include a certificate of service. The Secretary will not accept any document for filing without this certificate. This review is conducted under the authority of Title VII of the Act and follows the Commission’s rules. The notice is published according to section 207.62. The notice was ordered by the Commission and issued on May 20, 2025, by Lisa Barton, Secretary to the Commission. Legal Disclaimer This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.
USITC Briefing 2025-05-23
International Trade Commission Briefing 2025-05-23 Estimated reading time: 5 minutes 1. Refined Brown Aluminum Oxide From China; Scheduling of an Expedited Five-Year Review Sub: International Trade Commission Content: The Commission hereby gives notice of the scheduling of an expedited review pursuant to the Tariff Act of 1930 ("the Act") to determine whether revocation of the antidumping duty order on refined brown aluminum oxide from China would be likely to lead to continuation or recurrence of material injury within a reasonably foreseeable time. 2. Steel Threaded Rod from China; Scheduling of an Expedited Five-Year Review Sub: International Trade Commission Content: The Commission hereby gives notice of the scheduling of an expedited review pursuant to the Tariff Act of 1930 ("the Act") to determine whether revocation of the antidumping duty order on steel threaded rod from China would be likely to lead to continuation or recurrence of material injury within a reasonably foreseeable time. 3. Certain Balloon Dilation Devices, Systems, and Components Thereof; 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 April 18, 2025, under section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930, as amended, on behalf of Entellus Medical, Inc. of Plymouth, Minnesota, Stryker Corporation of Portage, Michigan, and Stryker Sales, LLC of Portage, Michigan. Supplements to the complaint were filed on April 25 and May 8, 2025. 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 balloon dilation devices, systems, and components thereof by reason of the infringement of certain claims of U.S. Patent No. 11,083,878 ("the '878 patent"); U.S. Patent No. 11,090,472 ("the '472 patent"); and U.S. Patent No. 12,274,847 ("the '847 patent"). The complaint further alleges that an industry in the United States exists or is in the process of being established as required by the applicable Federal Statute. The complainants request that the Commission institute an investigation and, after the investigation, issue a limited exclusion order and cease and desist orders. 4. Nonfat Milk Solids: Competitive Conditions for the United States and Major Foreign Suppliers Sub: International Trade Commission Content: Following receipt on April 23, 2025, of a request from the U.S. Trade Representative (the Trade Representative) under section 332(g) of the Tariff Act of 1930, the U.S. International Trade Commission (Commission) instituted Investigation No. 332-607, "Nonfat Milk Solids: Competitive Conditions for the United States and Major Foreign Suppliers". The Trade Representative requested that the Commission conduct an investigation and prepare a report on the global competitiveness of the U.S. nonfat milk solids industry. Legal Disclaimer This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.
Chinese Lawyer Fan Zhang Providing Global Legal Services for Listed Enterprises
Chinese Lawyer Fan Zhang Providing Global Legal Services for Listed Enterprises Lawyer Fan Zhang and her team have recently strengthened their collaboration with a listed company on the New York Stock Exchange, offering comprehensive cross-legal and multi-regional professional legal services on a global scale. This partnership aims to assist enterprises in navigating the complex legal landscape and ensuring compliance with international regulations. With a focus on global legal services, Lawyer Fan Zhang’s team offers a wide range of expertise to enterprises, including overseas investment, cross-border mergers and acquisitions, international arbitration, commercial negotiations, overseas litigation, securities and capital markets, intellectual property rights, international trade, data security, competition and antitrust, finance, and taxation. One of the key areas of expertise provided by Lawyer Fan Zhang’s team is assisting enterprises in their overseas investment endeavors. With the increasing globalization of businesses, companies are constantly seeking opportunities to expand their operations into new markets. However, venturing into unfamiliar territories brings a host of legal challenges that require expert guidance. Lawyer Fan Zhang’s team helps enterprises navigate the legal complexities associated with overseas investments, ensuring compliance with local laws and regulations. In addition to overseas investment, Lawyer Fan Zhang’s team also specializes in cross-border mergers and acquisitions. As companies look to expand their market presence and gain a competitive edge, mergers and acquisitions become essential strategies. However, executing successful cross-border transactions requires a deep understanding of legal frameworks, cultural differences, and regulatory requirements. Lawyer Fan Zhang’s team provides comprehensive legal support throughout the entire process, from due diligence to negotiation and closing. International arbitration is another crucial area in which Lawyer Fan Zhang’s team excels. As businesses engage in international transactions, disputes may arise that require resolution through arbitration. Lawyer Fan Zhang’s team has extensive experience in representing clients in international arbitration cases, ensuring that their interests are protected and advocating for fair and favorable outcomes. Furthermore, Lawyer Fan Zhang’s team offers legal support in commercial negotiations, overseas litigation, securities and capital markets, intellectual property rights, international trade, data security, competition and antitrust, finance, and taxation. By providing comprehensive legal services across these areas, Lawyer Fan Zhang’s team enables enterprises to navigate the global business landscape with confidence. DisclaimerEach matter is fact-specific, and results may vary depending on the particular circumstances of each case. This case is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute a guarantee, warranty, or prediction regarding the outcome of any other matter. Practice Area We provide comprehensive legal, tax, finance, and negotiation services across both civil and common law jurisdictions, with expertise in technology-driven solutions. Cases, News Cross-Border Litigation: 2nd Instance Victory in South Korea July 22, 2025 Cases, News Fan Zhang Participates in Proposal Review at Third ICC Working Group Meeting on EU Foreign Subsidies Regulation March 31, 2025 Cases, News Lawyer Fan Zhang Attends the 30th Session of the UN Committee of Experts on International Cooperation in Tax Matters March 24, 2025 Cases, News Fan Zhang Participates in ICC Meeting with European Commission on the Application of the Foreign Subsidies Regulation March 6, 2025 Cases, News Leading FSR Compliance: Fan Zhang Among First to Submit Feedback on EU Foreign Subsidies Guidelines March 6, 2025
