U.S. Sets Antidumping and Countervailing Duties on Tungsten Shot from China Estimated reading time: 1–7 minutes On August 27, 2025, the U.S. Department of Commerce issued final antidumping (AD) and countervailing duty (CVD) orders on certain tungsten shot imported from the People’s Republic of China. This action follows affirmative final determinations by both the U.S. Department of Commerce and the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC). Background Commerce determined on July 11, 2025, that Chinese producers and exporters of tungsten shot are selling their products in the United States at less than fair value and are receiving countervailable subsidies. The ITC confirmed, on August 20, 2025, that U.S. industry is being materially retarded by these imports. Product Scope The orders cover tungsten spheres or balls, also known as shot, that are 92.6 percent or greater tungsten by weight. The size ranges from 1.5 mm to 10.0 mm in diameter. The product may be called “Tungsten Super Shot” and may include coatings, such as copper, nickel, iron, or metallic alloys. These products are generally classified under U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTSUS) subheading 9306.29.0000, and may also enter under 8101.99.8000. The written description in the order determines the scope. Antidumping Order Details Commerce will instruct U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to impose antidumping duties equal to the amount by which the normal value of the merchandise exceeds its export price. Because the ITC’s injury determination is based on material retardation, AD duties will only be collected on entries made on or after the date the ITC’s final injury determination is published. CBP will also refund any cash deposits from entries before this date, specifically for entries made on or after February 19, 2025 (the date of the AD Preliminary Determination). Commerce will reinstitute the suspension of liquidation and require a cash deposit for all future imports of subject tungsten shot from China. The estimated weighted-average dumping margin for all Chinese producers and exporters is 201.32 percent. Countervailing Duty Order Details Under the CVD order, CBP will collect duties on imports of tungsten shot from China beginning with entries made on or after the publication date of the ITC’s final injury determination. CBP will refund any cash deposits for entries before this date, specifically those made on or after December 20, 2024 (the date of the CVD Preliminary Determination). Estimated subsidy rates by company: Luoyang Combat Tungsten & Molybdenum Materials Co., Ltd.: 292.84% Luoyang Hypersolid Metal Tech Co., Ltd.: 292.84% Mudanjiang North Alloy Tools Co., Ltd.: 292.84% Shaanxi Xinheng Rare Metal Co., Ltd.: 292.84% Xi’an Refractory & Precise Metals Co., Ltd.: 292.84% Zhuzhou KJ Super Materials Co., Ltd.: 55.64% Zhuzhou Oston Carbide Co., Ltd.: 292.84% Zhuzhou Tungsten Man Materials Co., Ltd.: 292.84% All Others: 55.64% Administrative Procedures Commerce will maintain an annual inquiry service list for these orders. Interested parties must submit an entry of appearance to be added to this list within 30 days of the order’s publication. Law firms are asked to designate a lead attorney. This list will be updated as needed. The petitioner and the Government of China must submit their initial entries of appearance to be included on the first annual list. They do not need to resubmit each year but must update their entries if there are changes. Conclusion These orders are effective as of August 27, 2025. Detailed information is available online at: https://enforcement.trade.gov/stats/iastats1.html. These actions were signed by Abdelali Elouaradia, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Enforcement and Compliance. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

U.S. Commerce Department Finds Dumping of Ceramic Tile from China Likely to Continue Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes Background The antidumping duty order on ceramic tile from China was first published on June 1, 2020. In May 2025, the Commerce Department began its first sunset review of this order as required by law. The Coalition for Fair Trade in Ceramic Tile, a group of U.S. manufacturers, producers, or wholesalers, submitted a notice to participate in this review before the deadline. The group also provided a full response with information and arguments. No responses came from any Chinese companies. Review Process Because there were no responses from the other side, the Commerce Department ran an expedited review, which takes 120 days. The review considered whether removing the antidumping duty order would lead to more dumping of ceramic tiles from China. Scope of the Order The order covers ceramic tile from China. More details on what is covered are in the full decision memo, which is available online. Findings The Commerce Department found that canceling the order would likely lead to the continuation or recurrence of dumping. Dumping means selling products in the U.S. at prices below fair value. The Department determined that if the order is revoked, weighted average dumping margins could be as high as 356.02 percent. Other Information Parties who got special access to information in this review must follow rules for returning, destroying, or converting protected information. These results were issued in line with the law and regulations. For more information and for access to the full Issues and Decision Memorandum, visit https://access.trade.gov or contact Juliana Kogan at the U.S. Department of Commerce, telephone: 202-482-0966. Dated: August 22, 2025 Abdelali Elouaradia, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Enforcement and Compliance. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

U.S. Keeps Countervailing Duties on Steel Wire Rod from China Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes Background On January 8, 2015, the Department of Commerce published the CVD order on steel wire rod from China. On May 1, 2025, Commerce began the second sunset review of this order. U.S. producers—Charter Steel, Commercial Metals Company, Liberty Steel USA, Nucor Corporation, and Optimus Steel LLC—showed intent to participate as domestic interested parties. These companies are producers of the same type of product in the U.S. On June 2, 2025, Commerce received a response from the domestic interested parties. The Government of China and companies from China did not respond. Expedited Review Because only domestic interested parties responded, and the Chinese side did not, Commerce held an expedited review as allowed by law. This was done under section 751(c)(3)(B) of the Tariff Act of 1930 and related rules. Product Scope The order covers carbon and certain alloy steel wire rod from China. A full description of the products and issues discussed appears in the “Issues and Decision Memorandum,” which is available electronically on the Department of Commerce’s official system ACCESS. Findings Commerce found that ending the CVD order would likely lead to more countervailable subsidies from China. Here are the countervailable subsidy rates that are most likely to apply if the order were removed: Benxi Steel (which includes several related companies): 193.31% ad valorem Hebei Iron & Steel Co., Ltd. Tangshan Branch: 178.46% ad valorem All Others: 185.89% ad valorem Administrative Details Parties subject to an Administrative Protective Order (APO) are reminded to return or destroy confidential information according to the rules. Failure to do this can result in sanctions. Publication The Department of Commerce is publishing these final results as required by law, including sections 751(c), 752(b), and 777(i)(1) of the Act, and 19 CFR 351.221(c)(5)(ii). Official Contact For more information, contact Emily Eshoo of the Enforcement and Compliance office at the U.S. Department of Commerce, by phone at 202-482-6296. Signed Dated: August 22, 2025. Abdelali Elouaradia Deputy Assistant Secretary for Enforcement and Compliance — Reference: Federal Register Volume 90, Number 163 (Tuesday, August 26, 2025), Pages 41547-41548, Notice C-570-013. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

U.S. Department of Commerce Announces Results of Second Sunset Review on Chinese Steel Wire Rod Estimated reading time: 4–5 minutes On August 25, 2025, the U.S. Department of Commerce released the final results of the expedited second sunset review of the antidumping duty order on carbon and certain alloy steel wire rod from China. The Department found that removing the antidumping duties on steel wire rod from China would likely lead to continued or repeated dumping. The likely dumping margins would be up to 110.25 percent. Background of the Order The original antidumping duty order on steel wire rod from China was published on January 8, 2015. The purpose of this order is to prevent unfair dumping of steel wire rod into the United States at prices lower than fair value, which can harm U.S. producers. On May 1, 2025, the Department of Commerce started the second sunset review of this order. This review is required under the Tariff Act of 1930. A sunset review occurs every five years to decide if ending the duties would lead to continued dumping. Participation in the Review On May 16, 2025, Domestic Interested Parties, which include Charter Steel, Commercial Metals Company (CMC), Liberty Steel USA, Nucor Corporation, and Optimus Steel LLC, filed their notice of intent to participate in the review. These parties said they are U.S. manufacturers, producers, or wholesalers of the steel wire rod covered by the order. The Department of Commerce notified the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) of this intent to participate on May 22, 2025. On June 2, 2025, these same parties submitted their full response, which was on time and in full detail. No parties from China responded to the Department’s request for comments. Because there was no response from China, the Department carried out an expedited (120-day) review. Scope of the Order The order covers carbon and certain alloy steel wire rod from China. The full details are in the Issues and Decision Memorandum, which the Department has made public. This document is available online at the Enforcement and Compliance’s ACCESS system. Final Results The Department concluded that ending the antidumping duty order would probably result in the continued or repeated dumping of steel wire rod from China. The likely margins are up to 110.25 percent. This means that, according to the Department, if the duties are revoked, Chinese companies might continue or resume selling steel wire rod in the U.S. at unfairly low prices, at levels up to 110.25 percent below fair value. Administrative Protective Orders The notice also reminds parties who have access to proprietary information under administrative protective order (APO) of their responsibility to return or destroy this information as required by law. Further Information All related documents, including the full Issues and Decision Memorandum, are available to the public on the ACCESS system at https://access.trade.gov. This announcement is in accordance with sections 751(c), 752(c), and 777(i)(1) of the Tariff Act, and corresponding regulations. Contact For more information, contact Morgan Jefferies at the Department of Commerce, Enforcement and Compliance, telephone 202-482-6302. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

U.S. Keeps Countervailing Duties on Chinese Ceramic Tile After Sunset Review Estimated reading time: 4–6 minutes The United States Department of Commerce has finished its first sunset review of the countervailing duty order on ceramic tile from the People’s Republic of China. The department found that ending the order would likely cause countervailable subsidies to continue or come back. What Is a Sunset Review? A sunset review is a regular check done every five years. It looks at whether removing duties would lead to unfair trading practices starting again. This review was started on May 1, 2025, under section 751(c) of the Tariff Act of 1930. Process and Responses The Coalition for Fair Trade in Ceramic Tile sent in a notice of intent to take part in the review on May 16, 2025. The group claimed status as an interested party, as most of its members make, produce, or wholesale similar products in the U.S. The Coalition also submitted a full response to the review by the June 2, 2025, deadline. No responses came from the Government of China or any respondent interested parties. The Department of Commerce told the U.S. International Trade Commission about the lack of responses from China on June 20, 2025. As a result, the department did an expedited (120-day) review. Scope of the Order The order covers ceramic tile from China. More details on the scope can be found in the Issues and Decision Memorandum provided by the Department of Commerce. What Did the Department Find? The Department of Commerce decided that ending the countervailing duty order would likely lead to the continuation or return of illegal subsidies for ceramic tile from China. The review includes analysis of likely subsidy rates if the order was removed. The main subsidy rate found likely to continue or come back is 358.81 percent ad valorem for the following producers and exporters: Temgoo International Trading Limited: 358.81% Foshan Sanfi Imp & Emp Co., Ltd: 358.81% All Others: 358.81% Information for Interested Parties The notice is also a reminder for parties with access to confidential information to follow the rules for returning or destroying materials. These rules are detailed in 19 CFR 351.305. Conclusion The Department of Commerce is publishing these results according to sections 751(c), 752(b), and 777(i)(1) of the Tariff Act of 1930, and 19 CFR 351.221(c)(5)(ii). The final results were signed on August 20, 2025, by Abdelali Elouaradia, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Enforcement and Compliance. To access the full Issues and Decision Memorandum, interested parties can visit https://access.trade.gov. Appendix – Topics in the Issues and Decision Memorandum: Summary Background Scope of the Order History of the Order Legal Framework Discussion of the Issues Likelihood of Continuation or Recurrence of a Countervailable Subsidy Net Countervailable Subsidy Rates Likely to Prevail Nature of the Subsidies Final Results of Sunset Review Recommendation Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

U.S. Starts Investigation on Paper Plates Imported from Cambodia and Malaysia Estimated reading time: 4–7 minutes On August 22, 2025, the U.S. Department of Commerce announced new investigations about certain paper plates being imported into the United States. The investigations focus on paper plates made in Cambodia and Malaysia. These plates use paperboard that was made in China. Background of the Investigation This decision comes after a request from the Anticircumvention Working Group of the American Paper Plate Coalition. This group wants the U.S. government to check if companies are trying to avoid anti-dumping (AD) and countervailing duty (CVD) taxes on Chinese paper plates by finishing the products in other countries. The official Orders that put duties on paper plates from China have been in effect since March 20, 2025. What Is Being Investigated? The main concern is that companies may be sending Chinese paperboard to Cambodia and Malaysia, making paper plates there, and then shipping them to the U.S. By doing this, they might be trying to avoid the extra duties on products from China. Commerce will check if the process of turning the paperboard into plates in Cambodia or Malaysia is minor or small. If yes, the plates might still be treated as if they come from China for tax purposes. Steps in the Investigation Commerce looked at the request and extra questions sent by the companies. After reviewing all the information, Commerce has decided that there is enough evidence to start a full investigation. The investigation will focus on how the paper plates are made in Cambodia and Malaysia. They will study if the work done there is small compared to the value of the paperboard from China. Commerce will also look at trade patterns and any connections between companies in China and those in Cambodia and Malaysia. How the Companies Will Be Chosen Commerce will use data from U.S. Customs to choose which companies to investigate further. This data will show which companies send paper plates from Cambodia and Malaysia to the U.S. Interested companies will have a chance to respond and provide information to Commerce. What Happens to the Imports Now? While the investigation is happening, U.S. Customs will keep stopping imports that are already being held under the Orders. If Commerce decides that circumvention is happening, Customs may continue to block certain imports and require extra taxes on them. Timeframe for the Decision Commerce plans to make a first decision within 150 days from August 22, 2025. The final decision should come within 300 days, unless there are delays or the investigation is stopped early. Who Can Be Involved? Any interested parties can submit information or comments. All steps and information are managed by the International Trade Administration, U.S. Department of Commerce. Contact Information If anyone needs more information, they can reach Justin Enck, Shawn Gregor (for Cambodia), or Walter Schaub (for Malaysia) at the U.S. Department of Commerce, Enforcement and Compliance Section. This information is published to help all interested parties follow the progress of the investigation and understand the rules for paper plate imports into the United States. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

U.S. Sets Preliminary Subsidies on Fiberglass Door Panels from China Estimated reading time: 5–8 minutes The U.S. Department of Commerce has made a preliminary decision about fiberglass door panels from China. Officials found these items receive unfair help, called subsidies, from the Chinese government. What Is Being Investigated The investigation looks at fiberglass door panels, including their side panels, known as sidelites. These panels can be finished or unfinished, assembled or unassembled, and can come with other door parts. Only the fiberglass panels and sidelites are included in the investigation. Parts like door handles or locks are not covered. Investigation Timeline This investigation covers products from January 1, 2024, through December 31, 2024. The Commerce Department started the investigation on April 15, 2025. It postponed the timeline, and released the preliminary decision on August 18, 2025. Companies and Their Rates Commerce examined two companies: Dalian Capstone Engineering Co., Ltd.: 71.37% subsidy rate Jiangxi Fangda Tech Co., Ltd.: 59.17% subsidy rate Several other companies did not answer the Department’s questions. These companies receive a much higher rate: Kits Glass (China) Limited Hebei Charlotte Enterprise Co., Ltd. Lily Industries Co., Ltd. Shanghai Unikey International Trading Co., Ltd. Zhejiang Kuchuan Door Co., Ltd. Zhenshi Group Huamei New Materials Co Ltd. Each of these companies was given a 921.42% subsidy rate. All other companies that were not examined will use an “all others” rate of 62.55%. What Happens Next U.S. Customs will start holding back, or suspending, fiberglass door panel imports from China starting August 21, 2025. Companies must pay cash deposits at the rates above when importing these products. Commerce will double-check its information before making a final decision. The final results will come out by December 30, 2025, unless postponed. How to Respond People or companies interested in this topic can send in written comments. They must follow special rules for submitting comments, including how long the comments can be. If anyone wants a hearing, they must ask within 30 days of this notice. What Is Covered The investigation covers most fiberglass door panels and sidelites from China, even if they are: Assembled or not Painted or not Have glass panels or not Imported with other parts Some products are not included, like certain wood mouldings and float glass products. The items are normally imported under codes like 3925.20.0010, and sometimes under 4418.29.4000, 4418.29.8030, 4418.29.8060, or 7019.90.5150. Next Steps The U.S. International Trade Commission will decide if the imports hurt U.S. businesses. They will do this after Commerce makes its final decision. For more details, people can find information online at the U.S. Department of Commerce website. This post is based on the official U.S. Federal Register notice dated August 21, 2025 (Federal Register Volume 90, Number 160, Notices: Pages 40818-40821). Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

Commerce Department Finds Preliminary Subsidies on Polypropylene Corrugated Boxes from China Estimated reading time: 4–6 minutes On August 20, 2025, the U.S. Department of Commerce made a preliminary decision. It found that producers and exporters of polypropylene corrugated boxes from China received countervailable subsidies. The investigation period is January 1, 2024, to December 31, 2024. Investigation Details The case is handled by the International Trade Administration, Enforcement and Compliance. The investigation follows section 703(b) of the Tariff Act of 1930. The preliminary decision was delayed to August 15, 2025, after an earlier planning notice. What Is Being Investigated The product under review is polypropylene corrugated boxes from China. This covers boxes made from corrugated, fluted, or hollow core polypropylene sheets. Sheets include different types such as twin wall or multi wall. Boxes can be different shapes and sizes. They may include lids, handles, or reinforcing wire. Some may be one piece, two piece, or multi-piece. Printed or plain boxes are included. These products are listed under U.S. tariff code 3923.10.9000. This code is for customs purposes. Scope of Investigation No parties commented on changing the scope of goods covered. The list is the same as first stated in the notice starting the investigation. How the Investigation Was Done Commerce based its method on section 701 of the Act. It looked for financial contributions from authorities that make a benefit and are specific to certain producers, following sections 771(5) of the Act. Some companies did not respond to requests for information. Commerce then used facts available and made negative inferences against those companies, as allowed by section 776(a) and (b) of the Act. Alignment with Antidumping Investigation The final result for this case will be aligned with the final result of the companion less-than-fair-value (antidumping) investigation for these boxes. This alignment was requested by the petitioners. Both final decisions are expected on or before November 10, 2025, unless delayed. Preliminary Subsidy Rates Commerce found that the following Chinese companies received subsidies at a rate of 199.60 percent (ad valorem): Dongguan Jian Xin Plastic Products Jinan Mantis Co Ltd Ningbo Luchen Packaging Technology Co., Ltd. Shandong PPKG I&E Co. Ltd. Suzhou Huiyuan Plastic Products Co. All other Chinese companies also received the same rate of 199.60 percent. These rates are based on facts available with adverse inferences. What Happens Next U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) will suspend liquidation of entries of these products coming into the U.S. after this notice date. Importers must deposit cash equal to the subsidy rates listed. Commerce will make its calculations public within five days of this notice. It will consider and correct any timely allegations of major calculation mistakes. Verification and Public Comment Due to lack of cooperation, Commerce will not conduct verification for non-responsive companies or the Government of China. Interested parties can submit written comments within 30 days after this notice. They may also submit rebuttal briefs up to five days later. Briefs must include a table of contents, a table of authorities, and a public summary for each issue. Requests for a hearing must be made within 30 days. International Trade Commission Notification Commerce will notify the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) of its findings. If the final determination is affirmative, the ITC will decide within 120 days of this announcement or 45 days after the final determination if the imports cause injury to U.S. industry. Official Details This determination is issued by Abdelali Elouaradia, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Enforcement and Compliance, and follows sections 703(f) and 777(i) of the Tariff Act. For more information, the full memorandum is available at https://access.trade.gov/public/FRNoticesListLayout.aspx. Further procedural and product scope details are found in Appendix I of the notice. The complete process, background, and findings are also listed in Appendix II. Official contact for more information: Rachel Accorsi or Shane Subler, U.S. Department of Commerce, (202) 482-3149 or (202) 482-6241. Source: Federal Register, Volume 90, Number 159, August 20, 2025. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

U.S. Sets Preliminary Antidumping Duties on Temporary Steel Fencing from China Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes On August 19, 2025, the U.S. Department of Commerce announced a preliminary determination on temporary steel fencing imported from China. Commerce found that temporary steel fencing from China is being sold in the United States at less than fair value. This means Chinese companies are selling these products in the U.S. for less than they charge in their own country. Investigation Period The time frame for this investigation is from July 1, 2024, to December 31, 2024. What Is Covered The products involved include temporary steel fencing. This type of fencing includes temporary steel fence panels and temporary steel fence stands. These are the fences commonly used at construction sites or events. Both complete and unassembled parts are most often made of steel tubing and mesh, and they fit together to create a free-standing fence. Decorative steel fence panels are excluded from this ruling if they meet certain size and design requirements. Scope of Duties Commerce has decided to charge duties, called “cash deposits,” on these products because of their findings. The duties are different for each company, based on how much they were found to be underpricing their goods: Shenzhou Yongao Metal Products Co., Ltd./Shenzhou Yuelei Metal Products Co., Ltd.: 187.69% (cash deposit rate 177.15%) Shijiazhuang Sd Company Ltd. (for three unique producers): 136.57% (cash deposit rate 136.57%) Other Companies with Separate Rates: 136.57% (various producers and exporters; see official notice for details) Anping Chengxin Metal Mesh Co., Ltd.: 136.57% (cash deposit rate 126.03%) China-Wide Entity (all other companies not listed above): 187.69% (cash deposit rate 187.69%) These duties apply to the value of the imported products. Critical Circumstances Determination In this case, Commerce also made what is called a “critical circumstances” determination for some exporters. This means that for some companies, the new duties will apply to imports made up to 90 days before the notice date. This applies to the China-wide entity, and to Shenzhou Yongao Metal Products Co., Ltd./Shenzhou Yuelei Metal Products Co., Ltd., as well as many companies with separate rates. Separate Rates and Combination Rates Commerce grants certain companies “separate rates” if they can show independence from the Chinese government. Most companies received a rate matching the finding for Shijiazhuang Sd Company Ltd. If a company did not qualify for a separate rate, it gets the higher “China-wide” rate. Suspension of Liquidation Starting from the notice date, U.S. Customs will stop processing the import paperwork (“suspend liquidation”) for these items and will require cash deposits at the rates above. For companies with critical circumstances, this applies to earlier shipments as well. Next Steps Commerce will allow parties to comment and present new arguments. There may be verification of data and possibly a hearing if requested. The final decision could be postponed up to 135 days after this preliminary finding, extending the period during which the duties apply. Commerce will notify the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC). If the final determination is also affirmative, the ITC will decide if U.S. industry is being harmed by these imports. If so, the duties will become permanent. Details and Further Information Details about what products are included and which companies are affected appear in the official notice and appendices. Commerce’s decision includes a full list of affected exporters and producers, and describes exactly what kinds of panels and stands are covered. Merchandise covered by this order is mainly classified under U.S. tariff code 7308.90.9590 but may also enter under other codes. The U.S. Department of Commerce reminds all interested parties there are procedures for comments, hearings, and filings. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

U.S. Finds Circumvention of Antidumping Orders on Oil Country Tubular Goods from China via Thailand Estimated reading time: 4–6 minutes On August 19, 2025, the U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) issued a preliminary affirmative determination that imports of seamless oil country tubular goods (OCTG) from Thailand, made with steel billets from China, are circumventing existing antidumping (AD) and countervailing duty (CVD) orders on OCTG from China. Background Antidumping and countervailing duty orders have been in place against OCTG from China since 2010. These orders are meant to protect U.S. businesses from goods sold at less than fair value and from unfair subsidies. Commerce began a country-wide circumvention inquiry on December 18, 2024. The question: Are OCTG finished in Thailand from Chinese steel billets avoiding the original orders? Three companies in Thailand were selected for review: Boly Pipe Co., Ltd., Nanobest Limited, and Petroleum Equipment (Thailand) Co., Ltd. On April 23, 2025, Commerce extended the deadline for its preliminary determination. This notice, along with the full explanation, can be found online through the Antidumping and Countervailing Duty Centralized Electronic Service System (ACCESS). Scope of Orders The original orders apply to hollow, round steel products, such as oil well casing and tubing. These items can be made of iron or steel, made by seamless or welded methods. They may have different finishes and may meet various specifications. Both finished and unfinished goods are covered. Merchandise Subject to Inquiry This inquiry focuses on seamless OCTG finished in Thailand using steel billets made in China and then exported to the U.S. Methodology Commerce conducted the inquiry using U.S. law (section 781(b) of the Tariff Act of 1930) and relevant regulations. The full details are included in the Preliminary Decision Memorandum. Preliminary Determination Commerce found that seamless OCTG finished in Thailand using Chinese steel billets and then shipped to the U.S. are circumventing the original orders from China on a country-wide basis. As a result, this merchandise should be included in the scope of the existing orders. Suspension of Liquidation and Cash Deposit Requirements Commerce will instruct U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to suspend liquidation and require cash deposits on entries made on or after December 18, 2024. This is only for OCTG from Thailand made with Chinese steel billets. If the merchandise is made with billets from countries other than China, the cash deposit requirements do not apply. Specific case numbers have been created for these products: A-549-991 and C-549-992. Certification Requirements Importers and exporters can submit certifications showing that the merchandise does not use Chinese-origin steel billets. These certifications must be completed and submitted with supporting documents, such as steel mill certificates, at the time of entry. Steel mill certificates must show the country where the steel was melted and poured. If these certifications are not provided, Commerce may require cash deposits at rates established for the AD and CVD orders on China (99.14% for AD, 13.41% for CVD). For companies with specific rates, those rates apply. Both importers and exporters must keep these records for five years after the last covered entry or three years after any related court cases. Certification Process and Timing For entries made between December 18, 2024, and September 3, 2025, importers and exporters must complete and upload certifications no later than October 3, 2025. Blanket certifications can be used for multiple entries. If non-AD or non-CVD entries were made during this period and cannot be certified, importers must submit a Post Summary Correction and pay any required duties. Public Comments Parties may comment on this finding and on certification procedures. Case briefs are due within fourteen days of this notice, with rebuttals due seven days later. Executive summaries are required for each issue and are limited to 450 words per issue. Requests for a hearing must be filed within 30 days of this notice. Hearings, if requested, will be scheduled later. International Trade Commission Notification Commerce will inform the U.S. International Trade Commission of this preliminary determination. The ITC may seek consultations if it believes there is an injury issue within 60 days of notification. Certification Templates Provided The notice includes detailed importer and exporter certification templates. These templates must be filled out with names, addresses, invoice numbers, and documentation showing that the OCTG does not use Chinese-origin steel billets. Conclusion The Department of Commerce is taking steps to ensure that seamless OCTG from Thailand using Chinese steel billets is covered by existing orders against China. Suspension of liquidation and cash deposits are required unless proper certifications are provided. For more details, refer to the Federal Register notice and the Preliminary Decision Memorandum by 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.