The U.S. Department of Commerce has determined that dioctyl terephthalate (DOTP) from Taiwan is being sold in the U.S. at less than fair value, a practice known as dumping, for the period from January 1, 2023, through December 31, 2023. The department issued its final determination on March 20, 2025, continuing to apply penalties to two companies that did not comply with the investigation. They also set a weighted-average dumping margin for other companies based on a margin specific to Nan Ya Plastics Corp. Commerce will continue holding DOTP imports from Taiwan and requiring cash deposits until a final decision is made by the U.S. International Trade Commission.
Simple Explanation
The U.S. Department of Commerce found that a special type of plastic from Taiwan called dioctyl terephthalate (DOTP) was being sold in America for less money than it costs to make it. This is like when someone sells a toy for less than what they paid, and it's not fair to the people who make toys in America. So, until they decide what to do, they will charge extra money for this plastic from Taiwan when it comes into the U.S.