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The Department of Commerce conducted a second sunset review and found that if the countervailing duty order on steel grating from China were revoked, it would likely lead to the continuation or recurrence of subsidies. This decision means that the protections against unfair subsidies will remain in place. The review included input from domestic manufacturers represented by the Metal Grating Coalition, but no significant responses from other interested parties. The final results were published, affirming the continuation of these duties to prevent unfair trade practices.

The U.S. Department of Commerce has preliminarily determined that certain producers and exporters of steel concrete reinforcing bar from Türkiye received countervailable subsidies in 2022. As part of this review, the Commerce Department is rescinding the review for six companies that withdrew their request timely. Interested parties are invited to comment on these preliminary results. After evaluating comments, the final results of this review are expected to be issued within 120 days.

The U.S. Department of Commerce has preliminarily determined that producers and exporters in Brazil are receiving unfair subsidies for certain corrosion-resistant steel products. This finding, covering the year 2023, means that specific Brazilian companies might have gained an advantage due to financial support from authorities. The Department is inviting public comments on this decision before making a final determination. If confirmed, this could lead to actions like imposing duty rates to level the playing field for U.S. companies.

The U.S. Department of Commerce found that POSCO Co., Ltd. from South Korea received unfair government subsidies during 2022. These subsidies helped POSCO with financial benefits specific to them. The Department of Commerce analyzed and revised POSCO's subsidy calculations from earlier reviews. As a result, the U.S. will apply countervailing duties to certain steel products from POSCO and related companies, and they will adjust cash deposit requirements for future imports accordingly.

The Department of Commerce has determined that producers and exporters from China are receiving countervailable subsidies for corrosion inhibitors, meaning the subsidies unfairly aid these companies and could harm U.S. competition. This final decision is part of an investigation that goes back to January 1, 2019, and covers substances like tolyltriazole and benzotriazole. The investigation will proceed into whether these imports injure or threaten U.S. industries, with potential consequences including duties on imports. The findings are available in public documents for further review.

The U.S. Department of Commerce has initially determined that producers and exporters of aluminum foil from Türkiye received countervailable subsidies during the period from January 1, 2022, to December 31, 2022. The review will exclude one company, ASAS, after they withdrew their request for review. The public is invited to comment on these findings. The Department will collect cash deposits of estimated duties for shipments made on or after the final results are published, and the final results of this review are expected within 120 days of the preliminary results' publication date.

The U.S. Department of Commerce and the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) have decided that removing antidumping and countervailing duty orders on steel racks and parts from China would likely result in unfair pricing and subsidies, harming U.S. industries. As a result, Commerce is continuing these orders, meaning U.S. Customs and Border Protection will keep collecting duties on these imports. These orders apply to steel racks and parts thereof, with specific exclusions and detailed scope described within the orders. The decision is effective from March 5, 2025, and compliance with protective measures regarding business information is required.

The U.S. Department of Commerce has made a preliminary finding that producers and exporters of hard empty capsules from India are receiving countervailable subsidies, which are financial contributions from the government that benefit these companies. The investigation, covering the period from April 1, 2023, to March 31, 2024, aims to determine if these subsidies harm U.S. businesses. As part of the investigation, the department is aligning the final countervailing duty decision with the final determination of a related investigation into whether these products are being sold in the U.S. at less than fair value. Interested parties are encouraged to submit comments and participate in the investigation process.

The Department of Commerce has determined that producers and exporters of silicon metal from the Republic of Kazakhstan are receiving unfair subsidies, which impacts fair trade. This decision follows a previous preliminary finding and aligns with similar investigations involving Bosnia, Herzegovina, and Iceland. Despite being unable to conduct on-site verification due to cooperation issues, the department used available information to confirm its conclusions. If the International Trade Commission confirms material injury to U.S. industries, a countervailing duty order will be applied.

The U.S. Department of Commerce has preliminarily determined that certain brake drums from Türkiye are benefiting from countervailable subsidies. This investigation covers the period from January 1, 2023, to December 31, 2023. Commerce is aligning the final determination of these subsidies with an ongoing antidumping investigation of the same product, with the final decision expected by April 8, 2025. Interested parties can comment on this preliminary decision, and if the final determination confirms subsidies, the International Trade Commission will decide if these imports harm U.S. industry.