Commerce Amends Final Results in PET Film Duty Review Following Settlement with Jindal Poly Films Estimated reading time: 2–5 minutes On February 10, 2026, the U.S. Department of Commerce issued amended final results in the administrative review of countervailing duties on polyethylene terephthalate (PET) film, sheet, and strip from India. This action follows a settlement with Jindal Poly Films Limited. The original final results were published on January 29, 2024. In those results, Commerce assigned Jindal a subsidy rate of 116.96% for the 2021 review period. The period of review (POR) covered January 1, 2021, through December 31, 2021. After publication of the final results, Jindal filed a lawsuit with the U.S. Court of International Trade (CIT). The company challenged Commerce’s findings. Jindal disputed three main issues: the denial of its extension request, Commerce’s use of adverse facts available (AFA), and the choice of rate used under AFA. On August 1, 2025, the CIT ordered Commerce to reconsider its final results. On January 28, 2026, a settlement agreement was reached between the United States and Jindal. The CIT approved a stipulated judgement on January 29, 2026. Under the settlement, revised assessment rates were agreed. Commerce will instruct U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to assess countervailing duties as follows: 10.51% for entries made between January 1, 2021, and May 16, 2021. 11.67% for entries made between May 17, 2021, and December 31, 2021. These rates apply to all PET film entries produced and exported by Jindal during the POR. The cash deposit rate for Jindal will not change. It is based on a newer review that set a current rate. Commerce issued the amended final results under section 516(a)(e) of the Tariff Act of 1930. This action is recorded in the Federal Register under document number 2026-02633. For additional information, contact Theodore Pearson at the U.S. Department of Commerce, Enforcement and Compliance, telephone (202) 482-2631. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

Commerce Department Finds Dumping of Solar Products from China and Taiwan Likely to Continue if Duties End Estimated reading time: 4–6 minutes On February 10, 2026, the U.S. Department of Commerce released the final results of its expedited second sunset reviews of the antidumping duty (AD) orders on certain crystalline silicon photovoltaic products from China and Taiwan. Commerce determined that ending the AD orders would likely lead to continued or repeated dumping of solar products from both countries. These findings cover crystalline silicon photovoltaic products—commonly known as solar products. The original antidumping duty orders for these products were issued on February 18, 2015. On August 1, 2025, Commerce announced it was starting the second round of five-year sunset reviews under section 751(c) of the Tariff Act of 1930. Commerce received notices of intent to participate in the review on August 15, 2025, from the American Alliance for Solar Manufacturing. The American Alliance includes five U.S. producers: First Solar, Inc., Hanwha Q CELLS USA, Inc., Heliene USA Inc., Suniva, Inc., and Mission Solar Energy LLC. According to their notice, the American Alliance qualifies as a domestic interested party under section 771(9)(E) of the Act. On August 22, 2025, Commerce informed the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) that it had received valid notices of intent to participate. On September 2, 2025, the American Alliance submitted substantive responses to Commerce. No foreign producers or exporters responded with substantive submissions. Therefore, Commerce proceeded with a 120-day expedited sunset review. Because of a federal government shutdown and related delays, Commerce extended all deadlines in the review. A total of 68 days of tolling was applied—47 days announced on November 14, 2025, and an additional 21 days announced on November 24, 2025. The final result was issued on February 5, 2026. Commerce concluded that ending the AD orders would likely lead to continued or renewed dumping. The dumping margins likely to return if the orders are lifted are calculated as follows: Up to 165.04 percent for China Up to 27.55 percent for Taiwan A full explanation of these results and the analysis behind them is included in the Issues and Decision Memorandum, which is publicly available through the ACCESS system at https://access.trade.gov. The memorandum includes: A summary of the review Background of the orders Description of the products covered History of the review Legal analysis Findings on likelihood of dumping Likely dumping margins Final results Commerce’s recommendation This is the final step in this sunset review under sections 751(c), 752(c), and 777(i)(1) of the Tariff Act of 1930, as well as under regulations 19 CFR 351.218 and 19 CFR 351.221(c)(5)(ii). For more details, parties can contact David de Falco at the International Trade Administration, U.S. Department of Commerce, at (202) 482-2178. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

Commerce Initiates Circumvention Inquiry on Mattresses from Malaysia Estimated reading time: 4–6 minutes Date: 2026-02-10 The U.S. Department of Commerce announced the start of a country-wide circumvention inquiry involving mattress components from Malaysia. This inquiry is in response to a request filed on November 18, 2025. The request came from Brooklyn Bedding LLC, Carpenter Company, Future Foam, Inc., FXI, Inc., Kolcraft Enterprises, Inc., Leggett & Platt, Incorporated, Serta Simmons Bedding, LLC, Tempur Sealy International, Inc., the International Brotherhood of Teamsters, and the United Steelworkers, AFL-CIO. The case involves the antidumping duty (AD) order on mattresses from Malaysia. Requesters claim that mattress parts made in Malaysia are being sent to the United States and turned into finished mattresses. They state this is a way to avoid the existing AD order. The AD order in question was first published on May 14, 2021, in the Federal Register. Commerce reviewed that the request met the requirements of 19 CFR 351.226(c). Under 19 CFR 351.226(d), Commerce accepted the request and began the inquiry. The law in focus is section 781(a) of the Tariff Act of 1930. It says a product completed in the U.S. using imported parts can fall under an AD/CVD duty if certain conditions are met. Commerce is looking at these points: Whether the final product is the same kind of item as the AD order covers. Whether the parts are made in the country named in the order — Malaysia in this case. Whether the finishing done in the U.S. is minor or simple. Whether the Malaysian parts make up much of the product’s total value. Commerce will use five main factors to decide if U.S. finishing is minor: Investment level in the U.S. U.S.-based research and development Type of U.S. production process Size of U.S. production operations Value added by U.S. processing Commerce will consider all five factors together before making a decision. Section 781(a)(3) adds more items for Commerce to consider: Trade patterns and part sourcing methods, If Malaysian part makers are linked to U.S. finishers, If part imports from Malaysia rose after the original AD case started. Requesters provided detailed data. Commerce found it was enough to open a formal inquiry. The inquiry will cover all Malaysian exporters and producers. A questionnaire will be sent out. Companies must report if their items are finished into mattresses in the U.S., and if the parts came from Malaysia. Commerce will use quantity and value (Q&V) responses to choose which companies to study more. Those chosen must fully reply to Commerce’s questions. If they do not, Commerce might use “facts available,” and that may include adverse inferences. Commerce will keep suspension of liquidation in effect for items already subject to the AD order. The existing cash deposit rate will stay in place for these goods while the inquiry is underway. If Commerce makes preliminary or final findings of circumvention, it will use the suspension rules in 19 CFR 351.226(l)(2)-(4). A full product description, along with the decision to begin the inquiry, is on record in the Circumvention Initiation Checklist. A preliminary decision is expected within 150 days of this notice. This inquiry is handled by Dennis McClure of the AD/CVD Operations Office VIII. For more information, contact him at (202) 482-2000. This notice was signed on February 5, 2026, by Christopher Abbott, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Policy and Negotiations. Federal Register Citation: [FR Doc No: 2026-02635] 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. Begins Investigation into Mattresses from Mexico Assembled in the U.S. Estimated reading time: 5–8 minutes Date: 2026-02-10 The U.S. Department of Commerce has started a circumvention inquiry into mattresses from Mexico. The inquiry will determine if components made in Mexico and assembled into mattresses in the U.S. are avoiding existing antidumping duties. This inquiry follows requests by several U.S. mattress makers, including Brooklyn Bedding LLC, Corsicana Mattress Company, and Serta Simmons Bedding LLC. Labor unions such as the International Brotherhood of Teamsters and the United Steelworkers also joined the request. The inquiry relates to the antidumping duty order placed on mattresses from Mexico on September 10, 2024 (89 FR 73357). The requesters say that Mexican parts are being used to make mattresses in the U.S., thereby bypassing the duties. The request to start this process was filed on November 18, 2025, under section 781(a) of the Tariff Act of 1930. The Commerce Department issued a supplemental questionnaire on December 18, 2025. The requesters responded on December 24, 2025. Mexican producers Ureblock S.A. de CV and Elements Sleep LLC opposed the claims on December 29, 2025. The requesters filed rebuttal comments on January 5, 2026. On January 21, 2026, Commerce extended the deadline for initiation to February 5, 2026. On that date, the agency concluded that the request met the legal criteria under 19 CFR 351.226(c) for starting an inquiry. According to the Commerce Department, the inquiry will focus on whether the U.S.-assembled mattresses, using Mexican components, are the same type of product covered by the original order. The agency will examine whether the assembly process in the U.S. is minor and whether the value of the imported parts is a large portion of the finished product’s value. Under section 781(a)(2) of the Act, Commerce will also study these five factors: The level of U.S. investment in assembly The level of U.S. research and development The nature of production in the U.S. The extent of production in the U.S. Whether U.S. processing makes up a small part of the final product’s value Commerce will also consider trading patterns, affiliations between component makers and U.S. assemblers, and whether Mexican component imports rose after the order. This inquiry is being treated as country-wide. That means it covers all exports from Mexico. To collect the facts, Commerce will send questionnaires to producers and exporters in Mexico. Commerce will use these responses to select which companies to investigate more. Failing to respond could lead to the use of neutral or adverse facts under section 776 of the Act. Currently, suspension of liquidation remains in place. U.S. Customs and Border Protection will continue collecting cash deposits on affected products, as already directed under the existing order. Commerce expects to issue a preliminary decision within 150 days from this notice’s publication. This inquiry complies with section 781(a) of the Tariff Act and 19 CFR 351.226(d). For questions, contact Thomas Martin at the U.S. Department of Commerce, (202) 482-3936. Federal Register Notice: 91 FR 5904-5905 Document Number: 2026-02636 Published: February 10, 2026 Agency: International Trade Administration, Department of Commerce Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

U.S. Begins Trade Investigation on Mattress Parts from Poland Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes On February 10, 2026, the U.S. Department of Commerce started a formal trade inquiry. This inquiry investigates if mattress parts made in Poland are avoiding U.S. trade duties when turned into finished mattresses in the U.S. This action was taken after a request by several U.S. mattress companies. These include Brooklyn Bedding LLC, Carpenter Company, Future Foam, Inc., FXI, Inc., Kolcraft Enterprises Inc., Leggett & Platt, Incorporated, Serta Simmons Bedding, LLC, and Tempur Sealy International, Inc. Two labor unions also joined the request. These are the International Brotherhood of Teamsters and the United Steelworkers Union. The Department of Commerce is checking if mattress parts are being shipped from Poland and turned into full mattresses in the U.S. This process may be used to avoid an Antidumping Duty (AD) order that applies to mattresses from Poland. The Antidumping Duty Order in question was issued on July 11, 2024. It covered mattresses from Poland and other countries. Commerce is now looking at whether parts imported from Poland lead to mattresses that should fall under this same order. The investigation falls under U.S. law section 781(a). This law allows the Department of Commerce to act when goods covered by a trade order are assembled in the U.S. from parts made in a foreign country. To start the inquiry, the Commerce Department reviewed the request. It found that the request contained enough facts to open a case. A key question is whether the finishing work done in the U.S. is minor or low value. The law outlines specific things the Department must look at: If the items sold in the U.S. are the same type as those from Poland. If the items sold in the U.S. are made from Polish parts. If the work done in the U.S. is small compared to the full job. If the value of the Polish parts is a large part of the whole mattress. Commerce also must study: Investment levels in U.S. mattress work. Research or development done in the U.S. The production steps done in the U.S. The size of the mattress work areas in the U.S. How much value the U.S. work adds to the total price. Other facts also must be reviewed: If there was a big change in Poland-to-U.S. trading patterns. If companies in Poland are working with U.S. companies. If Polish part imports rose after the U.S. launched the original duty case. Commerce plans to send detailed questions to firms in Poland. It will ask where mattress parts come from and what happens to them after arriving in the U.S. Next, the agency will pick which companies to focus on based on how much they trade. They will use company addresses to send out surveys. A schedule for the review will follow. If a company does not answer fully, the Department may use other facts to decide the case. This could include using facts that go against what the company wants. During the investigation, already-suspended items will stay on hold. These are items already caught under the earlier duty order. U.S. Customs will keep charging the same fees while the review is underway. If Commerce later finds that the duty is being avoided, they may expand the order to cover these types of shipments. Commerce expects to make its first decision on this case around July 2026. Anyone involved in trade with Poland on mattresses should watch this case closely. Further updates will be posted in the Federal Register and on the Department of Commerce website. For more details, contact: Thomas Martin, AD/CVD Operations, Office II Enforcement and Compliance U.S. Department of Commerce Phone: (202) 482-3936 This investigation is being carried out as required by section 781(a) of U.S. trade law and federal regulations. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

U.S. Finds No Dumping from Indonesian Wind Tower Maker in 2023–2024 Review Estimated reading time: 5–7 minutes The U.S. Department of Commerce has released the preliminary results of its antidumping duty administrative review for utility scale wind towers from Indonesia. The findings cover the period from August 1, 2023, to July 31, 2024. The agency concludes that PT. Kenertec Power System, the only company under review, did not sell wind towers in the U.S. at prices below normal value during the review period. The preliminary weighted-average dumping margin for Kenertec is 0.00 percent. Commerce also announced it is rescinding the review for six companies. These firms had no suspended entries of subject merchandise during the period of review. The six companies are: GE Indonesia GE Renewable Energy General Electric Indonesia Korindo Wind Nordex SE PT. Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy The review remains active only for PT. Kenertec Power System. The antidumping duty order was first established on August 26, 2020. Commerce initiated this specific review on September 20, 2024, based on requests received in accordance with 19 CFR 351.221(c)(1)(i). Due to procedural delays, the preliminary results deadline was extended multiple times. Initial delays stemmed from the tolling of deadlines in December 2024 and July 2025, the lapse in federal appropriations and resulting government shutdown in November 2025, and a backlog of electronic filings. The final extended deadline for these preliminary results was February 5, 2026. The merchandise covered by the review includes utility scale wind towers from Indonesia. The scope now also includes updates to the Harmonized Tariff Schedule Of the United States (HTSUS), with Commerce adding HTSUS subheadings 7308.20.0030 and 7308.20.0035. The methodology used follows sections 751(a)(1)(B) and (2) of the Tariff Act of 1930, with constructed export prices and normal values calculated under sections 772 and 773 of the Act. Commerce has stated its intention to verify the data submitted by Kenertec. A verification was requested by the Wind Tower Trade Coalition on December 30, 2024. Verification will occur before the final results are issued. Interested parties will be notified of the deadline to submit case briefs after verification is complete. Parties will have seven days after the verification report to submit case briefs, and five days after that to submit rebuttal briefs. A hearing may be requested within 30 days of the notice’s publication. The hearing date and time will be confirmed by Commerce and subject to parties’ requests and participation. For entries with a dumping margin of zero or de minimis, Commerce will instruct U.S. Customs and Border Protection to liquidate those entries without any dumping duties. If Kenertec’s margin remains zero in the final results, its entries will be duty-free. If the margin is not zero or de minimis, importer-specific assessment rates will be calculated using Commerce’s standard method. In cases where entered values were not reported, per-unit rates may be used. For Kenertec’s U.S. sales where the exporter was unaware the goods were destined for the U.S., an “all-others” rate of 8.53 percent will apply. This follows the rate set in the original investigation. For the six companies removed from the review, Commerce will direct CBP to assess antidumping duties based on the existing cash deposit rates at the time of entry. Upon final results, new cash deposit rates will apply for Kenertec and other reviewed companies. The rate will be zero if the final margin is less than 0.5 percent. For exporters not covered in this review but included in prior proceedings, the most recent company-specific rate will apply. If neither the exporter nor the producer was examined in this or prior reviews, the deposit rate will default to 8.50 percent, the “all-others” rate from the original investigation. Importers are reminded to file reimbursement certificates for any antidumping duties paid. Failure to do so may lead to doubled duties. Commerce will finalize and publish its results no later than 120 days after this notice, unless extended. Final assessment instructions will be issued to CBP 35 days after publication, unless a court challenge delays the liquidation. This notice was signed on February 5, 2026, by Christopher Abbott, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Policy and Negotiations. For more details, see the public Preliminary Decision Memorandum available through Commerce’s ACCESS system. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

U.S. Releases Preliminary Countervailing Duty Review Results on Spanish Ripe Olives Estimated reading time: 4–6 minutes On February 10, 2026, the Department of Commerce released its preliminary results in the countervailing duty (“CVD”) administrative review on ripe olives from Spain. The review covers the period from January 1, 2023, through December 31, 2023. The Commerce Department has found that two Spanish olive producers received subsidies during this time period. These subsidies make the imports unfair under U.S. trade law. The review was conducted under the 2018 CVD order on ripe olives from Spain (83 FR 37469). The administrative review was first announced in a Federal Register notice dated September 20, 2024 (89 FR 77079). Two producers were selected for individual examination: Agro Sevilla Aceitunas S.Coop And. Angel Camacho Alimentación, S.L. For Agro Sevilla, Commerce preliminarily found a net subsidy rate of 5.00%. Angel Camacho Alimentación, S.L., along with its affiliated companies — Grupo Angel Camacho, S.L., Cuarterola S.L., and Cucanoche S.L. — received a higher preliminary subsidy rate of 20.10%. The Department also rescinded the review for two companies. First, the review was rescinded for Aceitunas Guadalquivir, S.L. Commerce accepted the company’s timely withdrawal request, filed on October 1, 2024. Second, the review was rescinded for Alimentary Group DCoop, S.Coop. And., after finding no reviewable or suspended entries for the relevant period. A memorandum of intent to rescind was issued on March 18, 2025, and no parties objected. The review was delayed by several tolling extensions due to administrative matters, including a December 2024 tolling memo, a July 2025 deadline extension, and two further delays in November 2025 caused by a government shutdown. As stated by Commerce, the preliminary findings are based on a complete review of the companies’ behavior, submitted records, and responses. In some cases, the agency relied on facts available under sections 776(a) and (b) of the Tariff Act of 1930. Interested parties have the right to submit case briefs. These must be filed within seven days after the last verification report. Rebuttal briefs are due five days later. All filings must include an executive summary for each issue raised, using no more than 450 words per issue and must be filed through the ACCESS system at https://access.trade.gov. Parties may request a public hearing to discuss the case. Such requests must be filed within 30 days of publication and must include participant names and topics to be discussed. Commerce will release its final results within 120 days of publication of this notice, unless extended. Upon completion, assessment instructions will be issued to U.S. Customs and Border Protection. Cash deposit rates will be updated based on the final results. Commerce will post a full decision memorandum on the ACCESS website and notify Customs to apply the calculated rates for future imports. This review was conducted per the process in sections 751(a)(1) and 777(i)(1) of the Tariff Act, and according to Commerce’s regulations at 19 CFR 351. For further information, contact Ted Pearson at (202) 482-2631 or Stefan Smith at (202) 482-4342 from the AD/CVD Operations, Office I, Enforcement and Compliance, International Trade Administration. 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 Releases Preliminary Findings in Review of Chinese HFC Imports Estimated reading time: 7–10 minutes On February 10, 2026, the U.S. Department of Commerce released its preliminary results in the administrative review of antidumping duties on hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) blends from the People’s Republic of China. The review covers the period from August 1, 2023, to July 31, 2024. This update was published in Volume 91, Number 27 of the Federal Register, covering pages 5905 to 5908. Background The Department of Commerce issued an antidumping duty order on HFC blends from China on August 19, 2016. On September 20, 2024, the Department initiated a new review based on a request from the American HFC Coalition. This proceeding includes 21 exporters from China. Several extensions and delays occurred in this proceeding due to administrative tolling decisions: On December 9, 2024, deadlines were extended by 90 days. On July 17, 2025, the deadline for preliminary results was extended by an additional 111 days. On November 14, 2025, all deadlines were tolled by 47 days due to a federal government shutdown. On November 24, 2025, an additional 21-day tolling was applied due to a filing backlog. On January 2, 2026, the deadline was extended again by nine days. With all extensions applied, the deadline for preliminary results became February 5, 2026. Scope of the Order The review concerns shipments of HFC blends from China. The full description is provided in the Preliminary Decision Memorandum available on the ACCESS online portal. Preliminary No Shipments Determination Zhejiang Yonghe Refrigerant Co., Ltd. certified that it made no shipments of subject merchandise to the U.S. during the review period. U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) data supported this claim. Commerce therefore made a preliminary determination of no shipments by this company. However, the review of this company will not be rescinded. Final instructions to CBP will be issued after the final results. Preliminary Affiliation and Single Entity Determination Commerce determined that three companies are affiliated under Section 771(33)(F) of the Tariff Act of 1930: Zhejiang Sanmei Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. Jiangsu Sanmei Chemical Ind. Co., Ltd. Fujian Qingliu Dongying Chemical Ind. Co., Ltd. They are treated as a single entity (Sanmei), per 19 CFR 351.401(f)(1)-(2). Separate Rate Status Sanmei, the only individually examined company in this review, was preliminarily found eligible for a separate rate. China-Wide Entity Findings Several companies failed to demonstrate eligibility for a separate rate. As a result, Commerce considers them part of the China-wide entity. This entity is not under review and maintains a rate of 216.37%. The companies considered part of the China-wide entity are listed in Appendix II of the notice. Methodology The Department applied Section 751(a)(1)(B) of the Tariff Act. Export prices were calculated under Section 772. Normal value was determined under Section 773(c), as China is considered a non-market economy. Preliminary Results The weighted-average dumping margin for Sanmei is calculated as: 182.61% This applies to the Sanmei entity, which includes Zhejiang Sanmei, Jiangsu Sanmei, and Fujian Qingliu. Disclosure Commerce intends to disclose its analysis and calculations within five days of publication, as required under 19 CFR 351.224(b). Public Comment Opportunity Interested parties must submit case briefs within 21 days of publication. Rebuttal briefs are due five days later. Briefs must include: Table of contents Table of authorities Executive summary of each issue (limited to 450 words) Submissions must be filed electronically through the ACCESS system. Hearing requests must be submitted within 30 days. The request must include: Requester’s name, address, and phone number Number of participants Foreign national status (if any) List of topics to be discussed Final Results Final results will be published within 120 days of this notice, unless extended. Assessment Rates After the final results: Commerce will instruct CBP to assess duties based on importer-specific rates. If the calculated rate is zero or de minimis, entries will be liquidated without duty. Unreported entries will be assessed at the China-wide rate of 216.37%. No-shipment entries for Zhejiang Yonghe will be assessed at the applicable cash deposit rate. Cash Deposit Requirements Effective upon publication: Sanmei’s entries will follow the final rate unless de minimis. Other exporters with separate prior rates will retain them. All others will use the China-wide rate of 216.37%. Non-Chinese exporters will adopt the rate of their Chinese supplier. Importer Notification Importers must file certificates of reimbursement of duties. Failure may result in double antidumping duties being applied. Legal Authority This notice is issued under sections 751(a)(1) and 777(i)(1) of the Act, and 19 CFR 351.213(d)(4) and 351.221(b)(4). Signed: Christopher Abbott Deputy Assistant Secretary for Policy and Negotiations Performing the non-exclusive functions and duties of the Assistant Secretary for Enforcement and Compliance February 5, 2026. Appendix II – Companies Considered Part of China-Wide Entity Best Inc. Limited Changzhou Vista Chemical Co., Ltd. Daikin Fluorochemicals (China) Co., Ltd. Dongyang Weihua Refrigerants Co., Ltd. Hangzhou Icetop Refrigeration Co., Ltd. ICool Chemical Co. Ltd. Oasis Chemical Co., Limited Qingdao Shingchem New Material Co. Sinochem Environmental Protection Chemicals (Taicang) Co., Ltd. Superfy Industrial Limited Tianjin Synergy Gases Products, Co., Ltd. Weitron International Refrigeration Equipment (Kunshan) Co., Ltd. Weitron International Refrigeration Equipment Co., Ltd. Yangfar Industry Co., Ltd. Zhejiang Hoating Lighting Co., Ltd. Zhejiang Lantian Environmental Protection Fluoro Material Co. Ltd. Zhejiang Quzhou Lianzhou Refrigerants Co., Ltd. Zhejiang Zhonglan Refrigeration Technology Co., Ltd. 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 No Dumping of Polyethylene Retail Carrier Bags from Malaysia in 2023-2024 Review Estimated reading time: 5–7 minutes On February 10, 2026, the U.S. Department of Commerce published preliminary results for its antidumping duty administrative review of polyethylene retail carrier bags (PRCBs) from Malaysia. The review covers the period from August 1, 2023, through July 31, 2024. Commerce examined sales made by Euro SME Sdn. Bhd. and Euro Nature Green Sdn. Bhd. (collectively, Euro SME). Commerce found that Euro SME did not sell PRCBs in the United States at less than normal value during the review period. As a result, the preliminary weighted-average dumping margin for Euro SME is set at 0.00 percent. The notice appears in Volume 91, Number 27 of the Federal Register, pages 5924-5926, under document number 2026-02641. Background Commerce issued the original antidumping duty order on PRCBs from Malaysia on August 9, 2004. On August 1, 2024, the agency published notice of the opportunity to request an administrative review. Based on timely requests, Commerce initiated a review on September 20, 2024. Commerce extended review deadlines several times. On December 9, 2024, the deadline for the preliminary results was extended by 90 days. On July 3, 2025, it was extended again. Following a government shutdown, deadlines were tolled by an additional 47 days on November 14, 2025, and by 21 more days on November 24, 2025. On December 22, 2025, the deadline was further extended to February 5, 2026. Commerce has treated Euro SME and Euro Nature Green Sdn. Bhd. as a single entity since the 2018-2019 review. Methodology Commerce conducted the review under section 751(a)(1)(B) of the Tariff Act of 1930. Export price and constructed export price were calculated under section 772. Normal value was calculated under section 773. Preliminary Results For the period of August 1, 2023, to July 31, 2024, Commerce preliminarily finds: Exporter/Producer: Euro SME Sdn. Bhd. and Euro Nature Green Sdn. Bhd. Weighted-Average Dumping Margin: 0.00% Disclosure Commerce will disclose the calculations and analysis behind these results within five days of publication to interested parties. Public Comment Case briefs must be submitted within 21 days of publication. Rebuttal briefs are due five days later. All briefs must include a table of contents, a summary of arguments, and a table of authorities. Parties must also include public executive summaries, limited to 450 words per issue. Electronic filing must be completed via the ACCESS system by 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time on the applicable deadline. Requests for a hearing must be filed within 30 days of publication. If granted, Commerce will announce the hearing date later. Assessment Rates Commerce will determine final assessment rates for defendants after issuing the final results. If a dumping margin is above de minimis, importer-specific rates will be calculated. If the margin is zero or de minimis, no duties will be assessed. For sales where Euro SME was unaware the merchandise was destined for the U.S., entries will be liquidated at the all-others rate of 84.94%, unless an appropriate rate exists for an intermediary. Commerce will issue assessment instructions to U.S. Customs and Border Protection 35 days after publication of the final results. Instructions may be delayed if a legal challenge is filed. Cash Deposit Requirements Following publication of the final results, new cash deposit rates will apply: For the companies in the Final Results section, the new company-specific rate will apply. For exporters with a rate from a previous review, the existing rate applies. If only the producer has a rate from prior review, that rate applies. For all others, the rate remains 84.94%. Final Results Schedule Commerce intends to issue final results within 120 days of this notice unless extended. Reminder to Importers Importers must file a reimbursement certificate per 19 CFR 351.402(f)(2). Failing to comply may lead to Commerce presuming reimbursement occurred and assessing double duties. Authority This notice is published under the authority of sections 751(a)(1) and 777(i)(1) of the Tariff Act of 1930 and 19 CFR 351.213(h)(2). Signed: Christopher Abbott Deputy Assistant Secretary for Policy and Negotiations, Performing the non-exclusive functions and duties of the Assistant Secretary for Enforcement and Compliance Appendix: Topics in Preliminary Decision Memorandum I. Summary II. Background III. Scope of the Order IV. Methodology V. Currency Conversion VI. 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. Commerce Department Opens Inquiry on Aluminum Containers from UAE Using Chinese Foil Estimated reading time: 4–7 minutes On February 10, 2026, the U.S. Department of Commerce announced the start of a circumvention inquiry. This action examines if aluminum containers imported from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) are avoiding duties on similar Chinese goods. The decision came after a request from the Aluminum Foil Containers Manufacturers Association (AFCMA) and eight of its members. These companies are: Durable Packaging International, D&W Fine Pack, LLC, Handi-foil Corp., Penny Plate, LLC, Reynolds Consumer Products, LLC, Shah Foil Products, Inc., Smart USA, Inc., and Trinidad/Benham Corp. The companies asked Commerce to review whether aluminum containers made in the UAE use aluminum foil made in China. If so, these items may fall under existing antidumping (AD) and countervailing duty (CVD) orders. Commerce is using section 781(b) of the Tariff Act of 1930 and 19 CFR 351.226 in this process. The target products include disposable aluminum containers, pans, trays, and lids. These are made mostly from flat-rolled aluminum and include both smooth and wrinkled types. On January 6, 2026, the requesters filed their formal inquiry request. Commerce then asked for more information on January 20 and 27. The requesters submitted responses on January 21 and 28. On January 26, Kari-Out LLC, an importer, submitted arguments against the inquiry. The original group replied on January 28 with rebuttal comments. Commerce is now investigating whether: (A) The products sent to the U.S. are the same type as those already under orders on Chinese aluminum; (B) They are assembled in the UAE using foil from China; (C) That assembling step is minor or insignificant; (D) The Chinese foil makes up a large part of the product’s total value; (E) A ruling is needed to stop unfair trade. In this process, the agency will also look at: How much UAE firms invested in production; The nature of the UAE production steps; How much of the total value is from UAE processing; Production setup and research levels in the UAE; Trade patterns and any increases in Chinese exports to the UAE during the investigation. Because the requesters gave enough evidence, Commerce is opening a country-wide inquiry. This means the review covers all UAE firms sending these goods to the United States. Commerce has done this in past reviews when there was concern about broad activity. Commerce will collect information from UAE companies. It will use U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) data to choose which companies to contact. CBP data will be posted on the ACCESS website, and public comments on this data must be submitted within seven days of release. If a company does not respond fully, Commerce may apply facts available, which can include using adverse inferences. For now, Commerce is instructing CBP to continue suspension of liquidation on affected entries. This applies to entries that are already subject to suspension under the original orders. Should Commerce reach a preliminary or final finding of circumvention, it may expand suspension rules to cover additional entries and require cash deposits. This process does not stop CBP from taking other enforcement steps under current rules. Commerce expects to announce a preliminary decision within 150 days of this notice. A final decision is due within 300 days unless extended or canceled. This action is officially listed under Federal Register No. 2026-02642. It remains in line with section 781(b) of the Act and 19 CFR 351.226. For more details, contact Justin Enck at (202) 482-1614 or Shawn Gregor at (202) 482-3226. 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 Releases Preliminary Results for Korean Low Melt Polyester Staple Fiber Review Estimated reading time: 5–7 minutes The U.S. Department of Commerce has released preliminary results in the 2023–2024 administrative review of the antidumping duty order on low melt polyester staple fiber (low melt PSF) from the Republic of Korea. The review covers the period from August 1, 2023, to July 31, 2024. Toray Advanced Materials Korea, Inc. (TAK), the sole producer and exporter examined in this review, was determined to have sold low melt PSF in the United States at prices below normal value during this period. Commerce preliminarily determined a weighted-average dumping margin of 3.02 percent for TAK. Background The original antidumping duty order on low melt PSF from Korea was published on August 16, 2018 (83 FR 40752). On August 1, 2024, Commerce opened the opportunity for interested parties to request an administrative review (89 FR 62714). Following timely requests, Commerce initiated a review on September 20, 2024 (89 FR 77079). Throughout the review process, multiple extensions and tolling of deadlines were issued: December 9, 2024: All deadlines tolled for 90 days. June 17, 2025: Deadline extended by 120 days to December 1, 2025. November 14, 2025: Deadlines tolled by 47 days due to a federal government shutdown. November 24, 2025: Deadlines tolled an additional 21 days due to a backlog in document processing. The new deadline for preliminary results was set as February 5, 2026. Scope of the Review The merchandise covered is synthetic staple fibers that are not carded or combed. They are specifically bi-component polyester fibers with one component that melts at a lower temperature. Commerce’s Methodology Commerce conducted the review under sections 751(a)(1)(B) and (2) of the Tariff Act of 1930. Export price and normal value were calculated using sections 772 and 773, respectively. The full description of the methodology is available in the Preliminary Decision Memorandum. Public Comment Information Interested parties may submit case briefs no later than 21 days following publication. Rebuttal briefs are due five days after the deadline for case briefs. Each brief must include a table of contents and authorities. Commerce asks parties to submit concise public summaries of each argument—limited to 450 words, excluding citations. Hearing requests must be filed within 30 days of publication. They must include the requester’s contact details, number of participants, and list of discussion topics. If a hearing is granted, Commerce will announce the date and time. All submissions must be filed through ACCESS, the department’s electronic platform. Final Determination and Assessment Commerce intends to publish the final results within 120 days of this notice. Antidumping duties will be assessed by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) based on importer-specific rates. If the weighted-average margin or assessment rate is zero or de minimis (below 0.50 percent), duties will not be collected. Where TAK did not know the destination of the U.S. entries, Commerce will instruct CBP to assess duties at the all-others rate of 16.27 percent, unless a rate for the intermediate company exists. Cash Deposit Instructions After the final results: If TAK’s final margin is above 0.50 percent, that rate becomes the new deposit rate. If below 0.50 percent, the rate becomes zero. If the exporter was not reviewed, but the producer was, that producer’s most recent rate applies. If neither was reviewed, the all-others rate of 16.27 percent will remain in effect. Importer Responsibility Importers must comply with 19 CFR 351.402(f)(2) by filing reimbursement certificates before liquidation. Failure to do this may lead Commerce to presume reimbursement occurred and apply double duties. Next Steps Commerce will issue instructions to CBP within 35 days of final results publication, unless legal action delays the process. Document Access The Preliminary Decision Memorandum and other filings are available through the ACCESS system at https://access.trade.gov. Official Citation This notice is filed under Federal Register document number 2026-02643, published Tuesday, February 10, 2026, Volume 91, Number 27, pages 5892–5894. For additional information, contact Nathan Araya at (202) 482-3401. 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.

Federal Register Notice: Preliminary Results of Antidumping Duty Review for Large Power Transformers from Korea Estimated reading time: 5–9 minutes On February 10, 2026, the U.S. Department of Commerce published preliminary results for the administrative review of the antidumping duty order covering large power transformers from the Republic of Korea. The review covers the period from August 1, 2023, through July 31, 2024. Commerce preliminarily found that HD Hyundai Electric Co., Ltd. and Iljin Electric Co., Ltd. did not sell large power transformers in the United States at less than normal value. Their preliminary weighted-average dumping margins are 0.00 percent. Two other companies, LS Electric Co., Ltd. and Hyosung Heavy Industries Corporation, were reviewed but not selected for individual examination. Their estimated weighted-average dumping margins are 16.87 percent and 4.32 percent, respectively. Background The original antidumping duty order on large power transformers from Korea was published on August 31, 2012 (77 FR 53177). Commerce began this current administrative review on September 20, 2024 (89 FR 77079), after receiving timely requests for review. From the four companies covered, two were selected as mandatory respondents: HD Hyundai Electric Co., Ltd. and Iljin Electric Co., Ltd. Administrative Deadline Adjustments Commerce tolled deadlines on the following dates: December 9, 2024: 90 days November 14, 2025: 47 days, due to a Federal shutdown November 24, 2025: 21 additional days, due to document backlog Preliminary results were extended on July 16, 2025, and again on January 7, 2026. The publication date for preliminary results was set for February 5, 2026. Scope of the Order The product in question is large power transformers shipped from the Republic of Korea. A detailed scope description is available in the Preliminary Decision Memorandum, accessible at https://access.trade.gov. Rate for Non-Selected Respondents For companies not selected for individual review, such as LS Electric and Hyosung Heavy Industries, Commerce will continue assigning the existing estimated weighted-average dumping margins. These are based on previous segments unless changed in the final results. Methodology Commerce conducted this review under section 751(a) of the Tariff Act of 1930. Constructed export prices and normal values were calculated following sections 772(b) and 773 of the Act. Full details are in the Preliminary Decision Memorandum available via ACCESS. Preliminary Dumping Margins HD Hyundai Electric Co., Ltd.: 0.00% Iljin Electric Co., Ltd.: 0.00% LS Electric Co., Ltd.: 16.87% Hyosung Heavy Industries Corporation: 4.32% Public Comment Case briefs from interested parties are due no later than 21 days after publication in the Federal Register. Rebuttal briefs, limited to issues raised in case briefs, must be filed within five days after the case brief deadline. Briefs must: Contain a table of contents and a table of authorities Include public executive summaries of each issue, limited to 450 words each with citations Hearing requests must be submitted within 30 days of publication. Requests must include contact information, number of participants, foreign national status, and list of issues. All filings must be made via ACCESS per 19 CFR 351.303. Electronic submissions are due by 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time. Assessment Rates Upon completion of the final results, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) will be instructed to assess duties accordingly. If dumping margins are zero or de minimis (less than 0.5 percent), CBP will be instructed to liquidate entries without duties. For entries where the manufacturer was unaware of U.S. destination, CBP will assess duties at the all-others rate from the LTFV investigation (22.00 percent), unless another rate applies. For companies not individually examined, Commerce will assign a rate based on the final margins of mandatory respondents. If the final margins remain zero or de minimis, entries will be liquidated without duties. Final Results The final results are due within 120 days of publication of this notice, unless extended. These results will determine future cash deposit rates and duty assessments. Cash Deposit Requirements Upon publication of the final results: Companies with non-de minimis final margins will follow the new rates. If the rate is less than 0.5 percent, the rate will be zero. Other companies will continue to use their previously established cash deposit rates. If the exporter is new but the manufacturer has a rate, the manufacturer’s rate applies. All others: 22.00 percent, as set in the original LTFV order. Notice to Importers Importers must file a reimbursement certificate for antidumping duties before liquidation, as required in 19 CFR 351.402(f)(2). Noncompliance may result in double duties. Next Steps Commerce is accepting public comments and intends to publish the final results after reviewing all submissions. Assessment instructions will be issued no earlier than 35 days after publication of the final results. For more information, refer to the Preliminary Decision Memorandum and public documents available via ACCESS at https://access.trade.gov. Dated: February 5, 2026. Signed, Christopher Abbott Deputy Assistant Secretary for Policy and Negotiations, performing the non-exclusive functions and duties of the Assistant Secretary for Enforcement and Compliance. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. 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U.S. Finalizes Dumping Duties on Indian Shrimp Imports for 2023–2024 Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes On February 9, 2026, the U.S. Department of Commerce published the final results from its review of antidumping duties on frozen warmwater shrimp imports from India. The review covered the period from February 1, 2023, through January 31, 2024. The Commerce Department found that Indian shrimp exporters sold products in the U.S. at prices below normal value. The mandatory respondents in this review were the Devi Group and Sandhya Aqua Exports Private Limited. The Devi Group—which includes Devi Fisheries Limited, Satya Seafoods Private Limited, Usha Seafoods, and Devi Aquatech Private Limited—received a final dumping margin of 2.71%. Sandhya Aqua Exports Private Limited received a final dumping margin of 5.08%. Companies not individually examined in this review were assigned a review-specific rate of 3.76%. This rate was calculated based on the weighted average of the margins for the Devi Group and Sandhya, as permitted under the law. The Department made several changes from its preliminary findings after reviewing public comments. Adjustments were made to the margins for both the Devi Group and Sandhya. Commerce addressed comments from the American Shrimp Processors Association and other interested parties about market conditions and price calculations. These issues and all related findings are documented in the Issues and Decision Memorandum, available on the Commerce Department’s online ACCESS system. The review was delayed due to a government shutdown and system backlogs. The final results were extended to January 28, 2026. U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) will assess duties on imports based on these final results. For Devi and Sandhya, importer-specific assessment rates have been set. Where those rates are less than 0.5%, CBP will not collect duties. For exporters who were not directly reviewed, CBP will apply the review-specific rate of 3.76% to the applicable entries. If producers sold their product through third parties without knowing it was destined for the U.S., CBP will assess duties based on the “all-others” rate from the original investigation. The all-others cash deposit rate remains at 10.17%, unless otherwise specified. Cash deposit rates for future entries will be based on this review’s final results. These rates go into effect for goods entered on or after the publication date. Parties involved in the case have been reminded to return or dispose of confidential information in line with Administrative Protective Order rules. Importers are also reminded to file their certificates regarding reimbursement of duties, or face possible penalties. The complete list of 99 companies not selected for individual review is provided in Appendix II of the notice. These results are issued under Sections 751 and 777 of the Tariff Act of 1930. The review was conducted by the International Trade Administration within the Department of Commerce. For further information, contact Ajay Menon at (202) 482-0208. 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 Finds Malaysian Float Glass Sold Below Fair Value, Final Duties Announced Estimated reading time: 5–8 minutes The U.S. Department of Commerce has finalized its determination that float glass products imported from Malaysia are being sold in the United States at less than fair value (LTFV). The investigation covered products sold between October 1, 2023, and September 30, 2024. Commerce published its preliminary determination on July 15, 2025. The final determination was delayed due to a federal government shutdown and document backlog. These delays were covered by memoranda issued on November 14 and November 24, 2025. The final determination was issued on February 3, 2026, and published in the Federal Register on February 9, 2026. Scope of the Investigation The investigation covers float glass products made in Malaysia. These are soda-lime-silica glass panels created by floating molten glass over tin and then cooling it. The glass must be at least 2.0 mm thick and cover at least 0.37 square meters. Float glass may be clear, tinted, or coated. It may be further treated, cut, and shaped. It can be used in products such as mirrors, LED mirrors, tubs, and shower enclosures. Laminated glass and insulating glass units made with float glass are also included. These products must begin as float glass made in Malaysia to be covered. Some products are excluded from the scope. These include wired glass, certain patterned glass, and specific solar glass. Also excluded are commercial vehicle glazing glass, VIG units, heat-treated washing machine lid glass under certain sizes, and some framed or over-the-door mirrors. Metal-camed glass with small or patterned pieces may also be excluded. Certain HTSUS codes are included for customs purposes, but the product description controls. Critical Circumstances Commerce continued to find that critical circumstances exist for NSG (Malaysian Sheet Glass) but do not exist for other exporters from Malaysia. This decision affects the time period during which duties may be applied retroactively to NSG’s shipments. Verification Commerce verified information submitted by Jinjing Technology Malaysia Sdn. Bhd. and Xinyi Energy Smart (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd. Verification included checks of sales records and cost data provided by the companies. Changes from Preliminary Determination Changes were made to the dumping margin calculations after verification. These changes are detailed in the “Issues and Decision Memorandum.” Use of Adverse Facts Available NSG did not respond to Commerce’s request for information. As a result, Commerce used adverse facts available (AFA) under U.S. law. NSG received the highest non-aberrational dumping margin found in the investigation. Final Dumping Margins Commerce found the following final dumping margins: Jinjing Technology Malaysia Sdn. Bhd.: 8.78% Xinyi Energy Smart (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd.: 0.00% NSG (Malaysian Sheet Glass): 31.55% (based on AFA) All Others: 8.78% (based on Jinjing Malaysia) Suspension of Liquidation Provisional duties expired on January 11, 2026. Suspension of liquidation will continue from July 15, 2025, through January 10, 2026. For NSG, suspension of liquidation applies to entries from April 16, 2025, due to critical circumstances. If the International Trade Commission (ITC) issues a final affirmative injury determination, Commerce will issue an antidumping duty order. Refunds and Exclusions Since Xinyi Malaysia received a zero margin, CBP will end suspension of liquidation and refund any cash deposits for its shipments. However, this exclusion only applies if both the producer and exporter are Xinyi Malaysia. Other combinations remain subject to duties. Next Steps If the ITC finds that the U.S. industry is injured, Commerce will issue instructions to CBP to collect duties from affected importers. If the ITC finds no injury, the case will end, and all duties collected will be refunded. Administrative Protective Orders Commerce reminded parties of their duties under administrative protective orders. Public Access Details of the Commerce decision, including comment responses and calculations, can be accessed via Enforcement and Compliance’s ACCESS system at https://access.trade.gov. This final determination was signed by Christopher Abbott, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Policy and Negotiations. It was published in the Federal Register on February 9, 2026. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

Commerce Finds Malaysian Float Glass Products Receive Unfair Subsidies Estimated reading time: 6–10 minutes On February 9, 2026, the U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) published the final affirmative determination in the countervailing duty (CVD) investigation of float glass products from Malaysia. Commerce determined that producers and exporters from Malaysia received countervailable subsidies during the period of investigation, which was from January 1, 2023, through December 31, 2023. The investigation examined various subsidy programs used by Malaysian producers, including Jinjing Technology Malaysia Sdn. Bhd. and Xinyi Energy Smart (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd. Commerce conducted on-site verifications of both companies in June 2025. Commerce reviewed original records to verify the reported information. Commerce identified several subsidy programs that met the legal standards for countervailable subsidies under the Tariff Act of 1930. These included government-provided financial contributions that gave a benefit to the recipient and were specific to certain companies or industries. Final subsidy rates were calculated as follows: Jinjing Technology Malaysia Sdn. Bhd.: 17.25 percent. Xinyi Energy Smart (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd.: 28.45 percent. NSG (Malaysian Sheet Glass): 101.99 percent (based on facts available with adverse inferences). All other Malaysian producers/exporters: 27.32 percent. The all-others rate was based on a weighted average of the rates for Jinjing Malaysia and Xinyi Malaysia using public data on the value of their sales. Commerce revised the preliminary subsidy rate calculations after receiving verification findings and comments from interested parties. Changes were made to the calculations for the individually examined companies and the all-others rate. The scope of the investigation covers soda-lime-silica float glass products manufactured by floating molten glass over a tin bath. The products must have actual thickness of at least 2.0 mm and surface area of at least 0.37 square meters. Included in the scope are products such as: Clear, stained, tinted, or coated float glass. Tempered shower enclosures (only the glass is covered). Laminated glass, insulating glass units (IGUs), and LED mirrors. Excluded from the scope are: Wired and patterned glass. Vehicle safety glass. Vacuum insulated glass (VIG) units. Certain framed and unframed mirrors. Some solar glass types. Mirror glass already covered by other trade orders. Commerce adjusted the scope based on comments from interested parties. Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) subheadings were updated in the final scope language. Suspension of liquidation of relevant imports began on May 19, 2025, the date of the preliminary determination. Suspension was discontinued on September 16, 2025, as required by law. If the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) makes a final affirmative injury determination, Commerce will issue a countervailing duty order and reinstate suspension of liquidation. Commerce notified the ITC about this final determination. The ITC has 45 days to decide if the U.S. industry is injured or threatened by imports of float glass from Malaysia. If the ITC finds no injury or threat, the investigation ends and cash deposits will be returned. If it finds injury, duties will be imposed on all subject imports. This determination is published under sections 705(d) and 777(i) of the Tariff Act of 1930 and 19 CFR 351.210(c). The full Issues and Decision Memorandum and Final Scope Memorandum are publicly available via the ACCESS portal at https://access.trade.gov. For more information, contact Mira Warrier at (202) 482-8031 or Benjamin Nathan at (202) 482-3834 at the U.S. Department of Commerce, Enforcement and Compliance, Office II. 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.

Final Dumping Ruling Issued on Float Glass Products from China Estimated reading time: 5–7 minutes The U.S. Department of Commerce has reached a final determination in its investigation of float glass products from the People’s Republic of China. The final ruling finds these products are being, or are likely to be, sold in the U.S. at less than fair value (LTFV). The investigation covers the period from April 1, 2024, through September 30, 2024. The determination was issued by the International Trade Administration within the Department of Commerce. It is published in the Federal Register on February 9, 2026. Commerce began its investigation following a preliminary determination on July 15, 2025. After delays caused by a government shutdown in late 2025, the final deadline was extended to February 3, 2026. Commerce applied adverse facts available (AFA) for the China-wide entity due to failure to cooperate. No verifications were conducted due to this non-cooperation. Commerce invited parties to comment on the preliminary findings. Comments and rebuttals were reviewed and changes were made for the final determination. Scope of Product The products under investigation are float glass items. This includes soda-lime-silica glass made by floating molten glass over a bed of tin or another metal, cooled, and cut to size. These products are at least 2.0 mm thick and measure at least 0.37 square meters in surface area. Float glass may be clear, stained, tinted, or coated. It may be further treated or finished. Glass used in tub and shower enclosures is included, but only if it is made of tempered float glass. Some examples of covered products include: Laminated float glass (bonded with polymer layers) Insulating glass units (IGUs) LED mirrors made from float glass Excluded from the scope are items like: Wired glass Patterned flat glass that meets Type II specifications Safety glazing glass for vehicles Vacuum insulating glass (VIG) units Heat-treated glass used for washing machine lids under a certain size Further exclusions apply to: Coated or solar float glass under certain criteria Framed mirrors without LEDs Certain aluminum extrusion products already subject to existing trade orders Changes in Scope In the final determination, Commerce modified the list of Harmonized Tariff Schedule codes. Additional HTSUS subheadings were added to the scope. Appendix I of the ruling lists these detailed product and tariff code descriptions. Dumping Margins Commerce has assigned a 151.29 percent estimated weighted-average dumping margin to 24 China-based producer/exporter combinations that were eligible for separate rates. An example of these entities includes: Benxi Fuyao Float Glass Co., Ltd. Shandong Jinjing Science and Technology Stock Co., Ltd. Boshan Branch Xinyi Group (Glass) Co., Ltd., with either Xinyi Glass (Tianjin) or Xinyi Glass (Wuhu) as producer The final duty cash deposit rate for these parties is 151.27 percent. This figure is adjusted for a minimal export subsidy rate established in a separate countervailing duty case. The China-wide entity received a higher dumping rate of 181.54 percent, with a cash deposit rate of 181.52 percent, also adjusted for subsidy offsets. Combination Rates Commerce continued its use of combination rates, consistent with prior public policy. These rates apply to specific producer/exporter pairs. Separate rate applicants had to demonstrate they were independent from China-wide control. Suspension of Liquidation Commerce instructed U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to suspend liquidation of applicable imports. The suspension began on July 15, 2025. CBP was later instructed to lift that suspension for entries on or after January 11, 2026. If the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) confirms injury to the domestic industry, suspension of liquidation will resume and final duties will be collected. If the ITC finds no injury, the case will close. All paid deposits will be returned and no duties will be applied. Next Steps The ITC must now determine whether the U.S. glass industry has been injured by the dumped imports. This decision is due within 45 days of the Commerce decision. If injury is found, Commerce will officially issue an antidumping duty order. Customs will continue to collect duties on in-scope shipments accordingly. Administrative Measures Commerce reminded all parties to follow rules regarding proprietary information under administrative protective order (APO). All such data must be returned or destroyed as required. This notice was issued and signed on February 3, 2026, by Christopher Abbott, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Policy and Negotiations. Relevant details and documentation, including the Issues and Decision Memorandum and scope definitions, are posted on the Commerce Department’s ACCESS website. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

U.S. Finds China Gave Illegal Subsidies on Float Glass Products Estimated reading time: 5–8 minutes On February 9, 2026, the U.S. Department of Commerce announced its final ruling in a high-profile trade case. After investigation, the department found that the government of China gave unfair subsidies to Chinese makers and sellers of float glass products. These subsidies give Chinese companies an unfair edge when selling goods into the U.S. market. The review covered the time from January 1, 2023, through December 31, 2023. The Department of Commerce worked under the law called the Tariff Act of 1930. This law allows the U.S. to place extra duties on products if it finds other countries use subsidies to help exports unfairly. Commerce looked into claims and reviewed many subsidy programs. These programs included low-cost government loans, land-use programs, and tax benefits believed to help companies in China. One major company investigated was Xinyi Group (Glass) Company Limited, also called Xinyi HK. It reported using some of the subsidy programs being reviewed. Xinyi HK also had 13 related companies that Commerce found to be “cross-owned.” This means those companies share control or profit with Xinyi HK. These companies are: 1. Xinyi Special Glass (Jiangmen) Company Limited 2. Xinyi Glass (Chongqing) Company Limited 3. Xinyi Glass Guangxi Company Limited 4. Xinyi Ultrathin Glass (Dongguan) Co., Ltd 5. Xinyi Electronic Glass (Wuhu) Co., Ltd. 6. Xinyi Glass (Hainan) Co., Ltd. 7. Xinyi Glass (Yingkou) Co., Ltd. 8. Xinyi Energy Smart (Sichuan) Co., Ltd 9. Xinyi Glass (Wuhu) Company Limited 10. Xinyi Glass (Tianjin) Co., Ltd. 11. Xinyi Glass (Jiangsu) Co., Ltd. 12. Xinyi Glass Engineering (Dongguan) Co., Ltd. 13. Xinyi Glass (Bozhou) Co., Ltd. The Department held meetings with Xinyi HK to check its records. It reviewed accounting and source records in June 2025. The findings were verified in a memorandum dated September 17, 2025. The Department found that the subsidy rate for Xinyi HK is 19.75%. Another company, Shandong Jinjing Science and Technology Stock Co., Ltd., did not fully give requested data. So Commerce used adverse facts available, or AFA. Based on this, the Department calculated a subsidy rate for Shandong Jinjing of 113.34%. Two other companies also got the same AFA rate of 113.34%: Hubei Sanxia New Building Materials Co., Ltd. Shanghai Yaohua Pilkington Glass Group Co., Ltd. (SYP). For all other companies, the rate is 19.75%. This is the same as the rate for Xinyi HK, the only company to fully cooperate. The Department also looked at the scope of the products. The final scope includes products such as: Float glass made by floating molten glass over a tin bath Glass that is at least 2.0 mm thick and at least 0.37 square meters in surface Coated float glass, stained or tinted glass Laminated glass units Some LED mirrors Glass shower doors Some goods are excluded, such as: Wired glass Patterned glass meeting ASTM-C1036 Type II Products already covered by other U.S. trade duty orders The Department collected public comments on which products should be included. It made slight changes to the product list in the final decision. Commerce also faced delays in the timetable. A government shutdown in late 2025 caused a 68-day delay in this case. With this announcement, the case now moves to the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC). The ITC has 45 days to decide whether these unfair imports hurt U.S. companies. If the ITC agrees that harm occurred, Commerce will issue a formal duty order. Then U.S. Customs will restart collecting extra fees on incoming float glass products from China. However, if the ITC finds no harm or no threat, the case will be dropped. Any money collected at the border so far will be returned. Commerce noted that all public and private information collected during the case is now available through its online portal, ACCESS. The announcement serves as a reminder to all parties that sensitive data shared during the case must now be returned or destroyed. Users under an Administrative Protective Order (APO) must follow legal rules to handle this information properly. This decision was signed by Christopher Abbott, the Deputy Assistant Secretary for Policy and Negotiations, on February 3, 2026. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

U.S. Issues Preliminary Antidumping Ruling on Silicon Metal From Australia Estimated reading time: 4–6 minutes Date: 2026-02-09 The U.S. Department of Commerce has made a preliminary decision in an antidumping investigation involving silicon metal from Australia. Commerce found that silicon metal from Australia is being sold in the U.S. at less than fair value. The agency’s findings are based on the period of investigation from April 1, 2024, to March 31, 2025. This decision was made under section 733(b) of the Tariff Act of 1930. The preliminary decision was delayed several times. Delays were due to a government shutdown, filing system backlogs, and office closures from bad weather. The new preliminary determination date became January 28, 2026. Commerce examined one company: Simcoa Operations Pty Ltd. Simcoa was the only exporter and producer investigated individually. The estimated weighted-average dumping margin for Simcoa was found to be 6.28%. Because no zero or de minimis margin was found, this same margin—6.28%—will apply to all other Australian exporters and producers. The subject product includes all forms and sizes of silicon metal, including powder. It must contain at least 85% but less than 99.99% silicon by weight. It must also contain less than 4% iron by weight. Semiconductor-grade silicon, with at least 99.99% silicon, is excluded. The affected merchandise is classified under HTSUS subheadings 2804.69.1000 and 2804.69.5000. Although HTSUS headings are listed, the written product description controls. Commerce used export price data under section 772(a) and constructed export prices under section 772(b) of the Tariff Act. Normal value was calculated under section 773. Commerce also used partial facts available under section 776(a)(1). No parties commented on the product scope after the initiation of the investigation. Thus, the scope remains unchanged from the original notice. Suspension of liquidation is now in effect. U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) will suspend liquidation of affected imports entered on or after the publication date. CBP will also collect cash deposits equal to the dumping margins. There will be no offset to cash deposit rates for countervailing duty provisions, as Commerce found no countervailable export subsidies in the related investigation. Commerce will release the calculations used in this determination within five days of publication. Verification of company information will occur under section 782(i)(1) of the Act. Parties may submit case briefs after the last verification report is released. Rebuttal briefs will be due five days after case briefs. All briefs must include a table of contents and a table of authorities. Commerce is requesting that parties include an executive summary for each issue of no more than 450 words. If a hearing is requested, it must be submitted within 30 days of this notice. Commerce will announce the time and date of any hearing. Simcoa and the petitioners, Ferroglobe USA, Inc. and Mississippi Silicon LLC, requested a postponement of the final determination. Commerce accepted the request to extend the final finding date and provisional measures from four months to a maximum of six months. The final determination will be issued no later than 135 days after this notice. If the final determination is affirmative, the International Trade Commission will review whether U.S. industry is being harmed. This action follows U.S. laws set forth in the Tariff Act of 1930 and related regulations. This notice was signed on January 28, 2026, by Deputy Assistant Secretary Christopher Abbott, on behalf of the Enforcement and Compliance division at the U.S. Department of Commerce. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

U.S. Finds Silicon Metal from Norway Sold Below Fair Value Estimated reading time: 5–6 minutes On February 9, 2026, the U.S. Department of Commerce announced its preliminary determination in the antidumping duty investigation of silicon metal from Norway. Commerce determined that silicon metal from Norway is being sold in the United States at less than fair value. Period of Investigation The period of investigation (POI) is from April 1, 2024, through March 31, 2025. Initial Investigation Commerce began its investigation on May 21, 2025. On September 12, 2025, the preliminary determination was postponed to November 20, 2025. Due to a federal government shutdown, deadlines were extended twice: once by 47 days on November 14, 2025, and again by 21 days on November 24, 2025. Bad weather closed Commerce offices, delaying the final filing to January 28, 2026. Scope of the Investigation The investigation covers silicon metal from Norway. This includes all forms and sizes of silicon metal with: At least 85.00% but less than 99.99% silicon by weight Less than 4.00% iron by weight Silicon with at least 99.99% silicon—semiconductor grade silicon—is not included. The silicon metal is classified under Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS) subheadings 2804.69.1000 and 2804.69.5000. Methodology Commerce calculated export prices using section 772(a) of the Tariff Act and constructed export prices using section 772(b). Normal value was determined in line with section 773. All-Others Rate Since Elkem ASA was the only company examined, and its margin is not zero, de minimis, or based entirely on facts otherwise available, its margin was used for all other producers and exporters. Preliminary Dumping Margins Elkem ASA: 3.94% All Others: 3.94% Suspension of Liquidation Commerce will direct U.S. Customs and Border Protection to suspend liquidation of all entries of silicon metal from Norway made on or after February 9, 2026. Importers must now make a cash deposit equal to the preliminary dumping margin. No Offset for Export Subsidies Commerce found no export subsidies in the related countervailing duty (CVD) case. As a result, no offsets were made to the dumping margin. Disclosure and Verification Commerce will reveal its calculations within five days of this notice. Commerce also plans to verify all relevant information used in the determination. Public Comment Interested parties can submit written briefs after verification reports are issued. Rebuttal briefs are due five days after the case briefs. Each issue in the briefs must include an executive summary. A public hearing may be held if requested within 30 days of this notice. Postponement of Final Determination Elkem ASA and the petitioners requested a postponement of the final determination and an extension of provisional measures. Commerce agreed to delay the final determination. It will now be made within 135 days of February 9, 2026. ITC Notification Commerce will send this determination to the U.S. International Trade Commission. If the final decision is also affirmative, the ITC will determine if U.S. industry is harmed by imports from Norway. Official Details This notice was signed on January 28, 2026, by Christopher Abbott, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Policy and Negotiations. Appendix I – Scope The investigation covers all forms and sizes of silicon metal except semiconductor grade. The metal must contain: At least 85.00% but less than 99.99% silicon Less than 4.00% iron HTSUS classifications include 2804.69.1000 and 2804.69.5000. Appendix II – Topics in the Preliminary Memorandum I. Summary II. Background III. POI IV. Methodology V. Currency Conversion VI. Recommendation Federal Register Document Number: 2026-02500 Federal Register Volume: 91, Number 26 Pages: 5706–5708 Date: 2026-02-09 Agency: International Trade Administration, U.S. Department of Commerce Contact: Brittany Bauer at (202) 482-3860 This decision remains in effect until Commerce issues its final determination. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

U.S. Department of Commerce Issues Preliminary Duties on Oleoresin Paprika from India Estimated reading time: 5–7 minutes On February 6, 2026, the U.S. Department of Commerce announced a preliminary affirmative finding in the countervailing duty (CVD) investigation concerning oleoresin paprika from India. The Department found that producers and exporters in India received financial subsidies from the government. These subsidies could harm U.S. producers of oleoresin paprika. The period of investigation spans from April 1, 2024, through March 31, 2025. Commerce launched the investigation on July 22, 2025. The preliminary decision was delayed due to a federal government shutdown in late 2025. As a result, the new deadline for this finding was changed to January 29, 2026. Two companies were individually reviewed: Mane Kancor Ingredients Private Limited and Synthite Industries Pvt. Ltd. Preliminary Subsidy Rates: Mane Kancor Ingredients Private Limited: 18.56% Synthite Industries Pvt. Ltd.: 25.41% All Other Exporters: 22.95% These rates reflect the financial help these companies received through programs the Commerce Department found to be specific and measurable. Commerce also made a preliminary decision on critical circumstances. The department determined that Synthite received irregular benefits and began exporting large volumes before duties were in place. As a result, duties may apply to Synthite’s shipments retroactively by 90 days before this announcement. This does not apply to Mane Kancor or other exporters. Scope of the Product: The investigation covers oleoresin paprika extracted from Capsicum peppers. It includes all forms of the extract that meet the American Spice Trade Association (ASTA) value of at least 500 or a color unit value of at least 20,000. The product may be known as paprika extract, paprika oil, or paprika essential oil. It may be blended with oil or water or include emulsifiers or preservatives. It is classified under these Harmonized Tariff Schedule codes: 3203.00.8000, 3301.90.1010, 1301.90.9190, 1302.19.9140, and 3205.00.0500. Suspension of Liquidation: Effective with this ruling, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) will suspend liquidation of imports of oleoresin paprika from India. This applies to goods entered, or withdrawn from warehouse, for consumption on or after the date of publication. Importers must now pay cash deposits according to the preliminary subsidy rates. CBP will apply the company-specific rate, or in cases involving both producer and exporter, the higher of their rates. Public Comments and Final Determination: Commerce will allow interested parties to submit written comments after verification reports are issued. Comments must include a summary of each issue, limited to 450 words. A hearing may be requested within 30 days of publication of this notice. Final Determination: Commerce will align the final CVD decision with the final result of the related antidumping investigation. That final decision is set for June 15, 2026, unless extended. If Commerce confirms the findings, the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) will determine if the U.S. industry was harmed. Legal References: This action was taken under sections 703(d), 705(c)(5)(A), and 703(e)(2) of the Tariff Act of 1930, as amended. For more details, the Preliminary Decision Memorandum and scope description are available through the Enforcement and Compliance Centralized Electronic Service System (ACCESS) at https://access.trade.gov. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

U.S. Continues Antidumping and Countervailing Duties on Collated Steel Staples from China Estimated reading time: 4–6 minutes On February 6, 2026, the U.S. Department of Commerce published a notice in the Federal Register announcing the continuation of antidumping and countervailing duty orders on collated steel staples from the People’s Republic of China. These orders were first put in place on July 20, 2020. On June 2, 2025, the U.S. Department of Commerce and the U.S. International Trade Commission began their first five-year reviews of these orders, as required under the law. Commerce reviewed information and found that ending the orders would likely result in dumping and unfair subsidies continuing again. The ITC also concluded that removing the trade remedies would likely cause harm to U.S. businesses. Because of these findings, the duty orders will stay in place. This ensures continuing trade protection for U.S. industries. The duties apply to collated steel staples made from steel wire measuring between 0.0355 inch and 0.0830 inch thick. These staples must have leg lengths between 0.25 inch and 3 inches and crown widths between 0.187 inch and 1.125 inches. These staples may be made of any kind of steel and may come with or without coating. They can be collated using glue, adhesive film, or paper tape. The staples are normally made to ASTM F1667-18a specifications, but other specifications are also included. Excluded from these duties are carton-closing staples already covered under a different antidumping order from May 8, 2018. Also excluded are “C-ring hog rings” and “D-ring hog rings.” These are made of stainless or carbon steel wire sized 0.050 inch to 0.081 inch. C-rings have curved legs forming a “C” shape. D-rings have straight legs set at an angle of 30 to 75 degrees. These hog rings must have 90-degree blunt or 15–75 degree divergent points and must be collated using glue, adhesive, or tape. Currently, the products fall under tariff code 8305.20.0000 in the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States. However, the written description of the items determines what is covered by the duties. The continuation of duties began on January 30, 2026. U.S. Customs and Border Protection will continue collecting cash deposits at current rates for these imports. Commerce plans to begin the next five-year review of these orders before the fifth anniversary of the ITC’s latest decision. Companies and persons who had access to confidential business information during the review are reminded to return or destroy this information, as required by law, or convert it to judicial protective order. This notice complies with sections 751(c), 751(d)(2), and 777(i) of the Tariff Act of 1930, and with 19 CFR 351.218(f)(4). For additional information, parties should contact Jack Custard at (202) 482-1125 or Leah Kiah at (240) 956-8621 at the U.S. Department of Commerce. Signed: Christopher Abbott, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Policy and Negotiations, performing the non-exclusive functions and duties of the Assistant Secretary for Enforcement and Compliance. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

U.S. Keeps Antidumping Duties on Acetone Imports from Five Countries Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes Date: 2026-02-06 The U.S. Department of Commerce has announced the continuation of antidumping duties on acetone imports from Belgium, Singapore, South Africa, South Korea, and Spain. This decision follows findings by the Department of Commerce and the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC). They both agreed that ending the antidumping orders would likely lead to continued or renewed dumping. Dumping means selling acetone in the U.S. at unfairly low prices. The agencies also found that this would cause harm to U.S. industries. These orders were first put in place in 2019 and 2020. The Commerce Department issued the orders on acetone from Singapore and Spain in December 2019. Orders on Belgium, South Africa, and South Korea followed in March 2020. A sunset review began in November 2024. On November 1, 2024, the ITC started its review. The Department of Commerce began its own on November 4, 2024. The law requires a sunset review every five years. On March 7, 2025, the Department of Commerce concluded that removing the orders would lead to renewed dumping. In February 2026, the ITC agreed that removing the orders would hurt U.S. industry. As a result, the Department of Commerce decided to continue the antidumping orders. The date of continuation is February 2, 2026. U.S. Customs and Border Protection will keep collecting cash deposits on imported acetone. These will stay at the rates already set. The next sunset review must be started no later than 30 days before February 2, 2031. The orders apply to all types of acetone—pure or mixed. This includes acetone mixed with products like isopropyl alcohol, benzene, diethyl ether, methanol, chloroform, and ethanol. It covers mixtures whether made in the exporting country or elsewhere. Acetone chemically changed into another product, such as MMA or BPA, is not covered. Also not included are mixtures where acetone makes up less than 5 percent of the total content. The chemical ID for acetone is CAS number 67-64-1. The covered products usually fall under HTSUS codes 2914.11.1000 and 2914.11.5000. Some mixtures may be imported under Chapter 38 HTSUS headings. This decision helps ensure that U.S. businesses are protected from unfair trade practices. For more details, contact David De Falco at the Department of Commerce at (202) 482-2178. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

U.S. Amends Preliminary Dumping Determination on Monomers and Oligomers from Korea Estimated reading time: 4–6 minutes On February 6, 2026, the U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) published an amended preliminary determination in its less-than-fair-value (LTFV) investigation of certain monomers and oligomers from the Republic of Korea. This amendment corrects significant ministerial errors made in Commerce’s original preliminary determination published on January 5, 2026. Commerce found that it made significant unintentional errors in calculating dumping margins for a mandatory respondent, Miwon Specialty Chemical Co., Ltd. (Miwon). These errors were identified in a timely ministerial error allegation filed by the petitioner, Arkema Inc., on January 5, 2026. Ministerial errors are defined under section 735(e) of the Tariff Act of 1930 and 19 CFR 351.224(f) as errors involving arithmetic mistakes, clerical errors, or similar unintentional mistakes. Significant ministerial errors, when corrected, must result in a change of at least five absolute percentage points and not less than a 25 percent shift in the weighted-average dumping margin. Alternatively, significance may be found if the corrected margin moves from zero or de minimis to more than de minimis. Because Miwon’s margin was used to calculate the “all others” rate, both rates were corrected. The revised weighted-average dumping margins are: Miwon Specialty Chemical Co., Ltd.: 25.07% All Others: 28.52% Rates for Green Chemical Co., Ltd., Green Life Science, and Kukdo Chemicals Co. Ltd. remain unchanged. Commerce will disclose its revised calculations within five days to interested parties under 19 CFR 351.224(b). The new cash deposit rates and suspension of liquidation apply from the date of publication in the Federal Register, February 6, 2026. These measures will stay in effect until further notice. Commerce will also notify the U.S. International Trade Commission of this amended determination. Scope of the investigation covers certain multifunctional acrylate and methacrylate monomers, and acrylated bisphenol-A epoxy based oligomers from Korea. These include products such as: Triethylene glycol dimethacrylate (CAS 109-16-0) 1,6-hexanediol diacrylate (CAS 13048-33-4) Tripropylene glycol diacrylate (CAS 42978-66-5) Trimethylolpropane trimethacrylate (CAS 3290-92-4) Trimethylolpropane triacrylate (CAS 15625-89-5) Ethoxylated trimethylol-propane triacrylate (CAS 28961-43-5) Dipropylene glycol diacrylate (CAS 57472-68-1) Bisphenol-A-epichlorohydrin copolymer acrylate (CAS 55818-57-0) These products are typically used in inks, coatings, adhesives, and other resin applications. Included are blends or mixtures with at least 20% by weight of in-scope products. The scope also covers products processed in third countries that do not change the essential nature of the product. Excluded from the scope are cured downstream products such as inks, varnishes, or coatings applied for final use. The affected products are currently classifiable under HTSUS codes including but not limited to: 2916.12.5050 2916.14.2050 3824.99.2900 3907.29.0000 3907.30.0000 Some products may also be entered under: 2916.12.1000 3824.99.9397 Only the written scope description governs determination of coverage. The amended preliminary determination was signed by Christopher Abbott, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Policy and Negotiations, on January 30, 2026. Reference document: Federal Register Vol. 91, No. 25, FR Doc No: 2026-02429. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

U.S. Finds Oman Imports Circumventing China Steel Duties Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes On February 3, 2026, the U.S. Department of Commerce issued a final affirmative determination. The ruling concludes that certain steel pipe imports from Oman are evading duties placed on similar goods from China. The investigation focused on circular welded carbon quality steel pipe (CWP). These pipes were made in Oman using hot-rolled steel (HRS) sourced from the People’s Republic of China. The U.S. has had antidumping (AD) and countervailing duty (CVD) orders on such Chinese goods since 2008. Commerce conducted the inquiry under section 781(b) of the Tariff Act. The department determined that the Omani CWP made from Chinese-origin HRS sought to avoid the duties. Therefore, it found these imports to be covered by the AD and CVD orders. The final determination applies on a country-wide basis to Oman. It covers all such imports using Chinese HRS that occurred on or after November 19, 2024. This is the date the inquiry began. The agency established regulation steps. Importers and exporters must now provide certifications. These confirm whether or not Chinese-origin HRS was used to make the goods entering the U.S. If an importer or exporter fails to meet certification or provide needed documents, the entry will be treated as covered by the duties. Customs will then collect antidumping deposits at a rate of 85.55%, and countervailing deposits at 39.01%, unless a company has its own rate. The United States Customs and Border Protection (CBP) will enforce these requirements. Certifications must be submitted as part of the Automated Commercial Environment (ACE) process. For shipments made between November 19, 2024, and August 13, 2025, documents had to be submitted by September 8, 2025. If these goods entered without the needed certificates, corrections had to be made to ensure the correct duty type was applied. Commerce created new case numbers for this determination: Antidumping: A-523-910 Countervailing: C-523-911 The scope of the original 2008 Orders remains unchanged. It includes specific carbon steel pipes and tubes with several size and finish restrictions. However, steel used in boilers, mechanical tubing, and other mentioned products remains excluded. The Decision Memorandum, which contains full details of the issues and decisions, is public. It is available through the ACCESS system for registered users. For questions, contact Shawn Gregor at the Enforcement and Compliance Office at (202) 482-3226. Commerce is continuing its enforcement of trade rules to prevent duty evasion and ensure fair trade practices. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

U.S. Issues Final Duties on Monomers and Oligomers from Taiwan Estimated reading time: 3–6 minutes Date: 2026-02-03 On February 3, 2026, the U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) announced a final affirmative determination in its investigation into imports of certain monomers and oligomers from Taiwan. Commerce found that these products are being, or are likely to be, sold in the United States at less than fair value (LTFV). It also made a final affirmative determination that critical circumstances existed. The period of investigation was January 1, 2024, through December 31, 2024. BACKGROUND Commerce issued a preliminary determination on September 9, 2025. This was published in the Federal Register at 90 FR 43409. Interested parties were given a chance to comment. Due to a Federal Government shutdown, Commerce extended deadlines in all administrative proceedings by 68 days. The final determination deadline was set to January 28, 2026. The Issues and Decision Memorandum contains the full discussion of the facts and decisions. This memorandum is available at https://access.trade.gov/public/FRNoticesListLayout.aspx. SCOPE This investigation covers certain multifunctional acrylate and methacrylate monomers and acrylated bisphenol-A epoxy based oligomers. These substances are created using acrylic or methacrylic acid. A full list of the specific chemical names and CAS numbers is provided in Appendix I of the notice. There were no changes to the scope from the preliminary determination. No interested party commented on the scope. ADVERSE FACTS AVAILABLE (AFA) Eternal Materials, Qualipoly, and Synth-Edge did not participate in the investigation. Therefore, Commerce assigned them a dumping margin based on adverse facts available under sections 776(a) and (b) of the Tariff Act. Commerce also applied AFA rates to these firms in its preliminary findings. No new details were submitted that changed this decision. All “other” producers and exporters were assigned a dumping margin based on a simple average of the petition rates. CRITICAL CIRCUMSTANCES Commerce determined that critical circumstances exist for the named companies and all other producers/exporters. Commerce used adverse facts available in making this finding for the mandatory respondents. ALL-OTHERS RATE Since all dumping margins were based on AFA, Commerce applied the simple average of the margins alleged in the petition to “all others.” This rate is 130.23 percent. FINAL DUMPING MARGINS Commerce assigned the following final estimated weighted-average dumping margins: Eternal Materials Co., Ltd.: 130.23% Qualipoly Chemical Corporation: 130.23% Synth-Edge Advanced Material Co., Ltd.: 130.23% All Others: 130.23% SUSPENSION OF LIQUIDATION Commerce instructed U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to suspend liquidation of entries of the goods subject to this investigation which entered U.S. commerce on or after June 11, 2025. This is 90 days before the preliminary determination. For entries on or after January 7, 2026, when provisional measures ended, suspension of liquidation will stop unless the International Trade Commission (ITC) makes a final affirmative injury determination. If the ITC determines that injury exists, Commerce will issue an antidumping duty order. If the ITC determines there is no injury, the proceeding will be terminated and all deposits will be refunded. EXPORT SUBSIDY OFFSET No countervailable export subsidies were found in the companion countervailing duty investigation. Therefore, Commerce did not adjust the cash deposit rates for export subsidies. ITC ROLE If the ITC makes a final determination of material injury, Commerce will impose a duty order. The ITC has 45 days from the final determination to make its decision. APO REMINDER If the ITC issues a negative injury determination, Commerce reminds parties to comply with administrative protective order (APO) procedures, including destruction of proprietary data. ADMINISTRATIVE DETAILS This action was signed by Christopher Abbott, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Policy and Negotiations. The final determination was issued in accordance with sections 735(d) and 777(i)(1) of the Tariff Act of 1930, as amended. For more information, contact Jaron Moore at the International Trade Administration at (202) 482-3640. Complete legal details and supporting documents are available by searching document number 2026-02123 at www.gpo.gov. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

Preliminary Countervailing Duty Review Results for Steel Flanges from India Released Estimated reading time: 5–8 minutes The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) has released the preliminary results of the countervailing duty (CVD) administrative review for finished carbon steel flanges from India. The review period was from January 1, 2023, through December 31, 2023. Commerce has found that countervailable subsidies were given to certain Indian producers and/or exporters of finished carbon steel flanges. Mandatory Respondents Commerce selected two companies for individual examination: Norma (India) Ltd. and R. N. Gupta & Company Limited (RNG). Commerce has preliminarily determined the following subsidy rates: Norma (India) Ltd., USK Export Private Limited, Uma Shanker Khandelwal and Co., and Bansidhar Chiranjilal: 2.40 percent ad valorem. R. N. Gupta & Company Limited: 2.27 percent ad valorem. These companies were found to receive subsidies that were specific and provided financial benefits by an authority, in line with section 771 of the Tariff Act. Non-Selected Companies Three companies not individually examined received a subsidy rate based on a weighted average of the mandatory respondents’ rates: BFN Forgings Private Limited Echjay Industries Pvt. Ltd. Munish Forge Private Limited These companies have been assigned a rate of 2.32 percent ad valorem. Company Name Change Munish Forge Private Limited submitted a company name change notification. Commerce needs more time to evaluate this change for its impact on operations, ownership, and legal structure. Rescission of Review Commerce has rescinded the review for three companies: Balkrishna Steel Forge Pvt. Ltd. Cetus Engineering Private Limited Jai Auto Pvt. Ltd. This decision was taken as all parties requesting the review of these companies withdrew their requests within 90 days from the initiation notice, under 19 CFR 351.213(d)(1). Delays and Extensions Key events caused multiple deadline changes: On December 9, 2024, Commerce extended the preliminary results deadline by 90 days. On July 16, 2025, the deadline was further extended by 110 days to November 19, 2025. On November 14, 2025, a lapse in Federal Government appropriations led to a 47-day tolling of all deadlines. On November 24, 2025, Commerce added an additional 21-day tolling due to a backlog in its electronic filing system (ACCESS). The final preliminary deadline moved to January 28, 2026, due to a Commerce office closure from inclement weather. Public Comments Commerce invites comments from interested parties: Case briefs are due within 21 days after publication. Rebuttal briefs may be filed five days later. Briefs must include a table of contents and a table of authorities. Executive summaries of issues should be no more than 450 words each. All submissions must be filed electronically via ACCESS and received by 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time. Hearings Parties wishing to request a hearing must file a request within 30 days after publication. Requests must include: Name Address Phone number Number of participants List of issues to be discussed Assessment Rates After final results, Commerce will direct U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to assess duties: For rescinded companies: at the deposit rate in effect at entry. For reviewed companies: based on the final subsidy rate. Commerce will wait 35 days after final publication before issuing instructions to CBP. Cash Deposit Requirements Deposits of estimated countervailing duties will continue at the final published rates for all relevant entries on or after the final results. Final Results and Timeline Commerce intends to release the final review results within 120 days of publication of the preliminary results, in line with 19 CFR 351.213(h)(2). Authority This notice is issued under the authority granted by sections 751(a)(1) and 777(i)(1) of the Tariff Act of 1930 and 19 CFR 351.221(b)(4). For further information, contact: Amber Hodak AD/CVD Operations, Office VI Enforcement and Compliance U.S. Department of Commerce Tel: (202) 842-8034 Appendix: Topics in Preliminary Decision Memorandum Summary Background Scope of the Order Munish Forge Private Corporate Name Change Diversification of India’s Economy Use of Facts Otherwise Available and Application of Adverse Inferences Subsidies Valuation Benchmarks and Interest Rates Analysis of Programs Recommendation Published under: Federal Register Volume 91, Number 22. Document number: 2026-02125. Date: 2026-02-03. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.