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The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a new airworthiness directive for certain Boeing Model MD-11 and MD-11F airplanes. This directive was created after an incident where a Boeing MD-11F experienced an unexpected thrust reverser deployment during flight. As a result, the directive mandates detailed inspections and wire integrity tests for various airplane components including wire harnesses and junction boxes. The directive requires reporting the inspection results to ensure safety and prevent future occurrences, effective January 13, 2025. Feedback from stakeholders, such as Boeing and FedEx, was considered in shaping the final rule.

The United States International Trade Commission (USITC) announced a supplemental schedule for ongoing investigations into imports of melamine from India. This schedule follows the Department of Commerce's final affirmative determinations that melamine from India is subject to countervailing and antidumping duties. Interested parties must submit comments on these determinations by February 24, 2025, but cannot include new factual information, and submissions are limited to five pages. All documents related to these investigations must be filed electronically via the USITC's Electronic Document Information System, as no paper filings will be accepted.

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is seeking input from the public about the World Intellectual Property Organization's (WIPO) Treaty on Intellectual Property, Genetic Resources, and Associated Traditional Knowledge. The office is interested in opinions on whether the U.S. should sign and implement the Treaty, its consistency with U.S. patent law, and its potential impact on innovation, businesses, and the economy. Written comments are due by March 18, 2025, and a hearing will be held on April 29, 2025, which can be attended in person or online.

The Foreign-Trade Zones Board has authorized production activities for Robert Bosch Semiconductor LLC in Foreign-Trade Zone 143, located in Roseville, California. The Sacramento-Yolo Port District had submitted a notification to the Board about this proposed activity on September 30, 2024. After processing the notification and inviting public comments, the Board decided on January 28, 2025, that no further review was necessary and gave their approval, subject to existing regulations. This decision allows Bosch to produce silicon carbide wafers within the zone.

Merck, Sharp & Dohme LLC submitted a proposal to the Foreign-Trade Zones Board to conduct production activities at its facility in Rahway, New Jersey. The request was reviewed according to the Board's regulations, and the public was invited to comment. On January 16, 2024, the Board decided no further review was needed, and the production activity was authorized under existing regulations. The notification was officially documented on January 16, 2025.

The President of the United States has issued Proclamation 10895 to impose new duties on imported aluminum products starting March 12, 2025. This proclamation requires updates to the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS) to reflect these changes, which have been officially published by the Department of Commerce. The new rates apply to various types of aluminum goods, including those that originate in Russia. Importers need to report specific details about the aluminum products to the U.S. Customs and Border Protection and should stay informed about filing requirements.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has introduced new energy conservation standards for commercial refrigerators, freezers, and refrigerator-freezers. These changes aim to significantly reduce energy consumption, are technologically feasible, and economically justified. Starting March 24, 2025, the new standards will be in effect, requiring compliance by January 22, 2029. The department predicts considerable energy savings and reduced emissions resulting from these updated standards.

The Forest Service, part of the USDA, is seeking public comments on the reapproval or reinstatement of an information collection request related to the "Qualified Products List for Wildland Fire Chemicals." This process ensures that the Forest Service has access to safe and effective firefighting chemicals necessary for wildland fire management. Manufacturers or suppliers need to provide detailed information about their products, including ingredients and safety data, and undergo evaluations to meet specific safety and performance standards. Comments are invited on the necessity and efficiency of this information collection, and they must be submitted by February 18, 2025.

The U.S. International Trade Commission issued a notice seeking public and government agency comments on potential public interest concerns regarding certain passive optical network equipment. This comes after an administrative law judge's determination that a violation of Section 337 may have occurred, involving patents on this equipment. The Commission wants feedback on how any remedial orders, if violations are confirmed, could impact public health, the economy, and consumers in the United States. Comments are due by February 11, 2025, and must address specific issues such as the usage of the articles and possible replacements among others.

The Department of Commerce's International Trade Administration has postponed the preliminary determination in a countervailing duty (CVD) investigation of paper file folders from Cambodia. This delay is due to a request from the petitioner, the Coalition of Domestic Folder Manufacturers, who asked for more time to analyze responses and issue further questionnaires. Originally, the determination was due by January 16, 2025, but it has now been extended to no later than March 24, 2025. This extension allows Commerce to ensure a thorough investigation process.