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The U.S. Department of Commerce has postponed the preliminary determinations for countervailing duty investigations on imports of Hard Empty Capsules from Brazil, China, India, and Vietnam. Initially due by January 17, 2025, the deadline is now extended to March 24, 2025, to allow more time for a full analysis of responses. This extension follows a request by Lonza Greenwood LLC, the petitioner, who argued that additional time is needed for a thorough review of forthcoming questionnaire responses. The final determinations will be made 75 days after the new preliminary determination date.

The United States International Trade Commission (ITC) has made amendments to its Rules of Practice and Procedure. The changes are designed to address technical corrections, clarify provisions, and ensure the rules are harmonized and consistent. These amendments are aimed at improving efficiency and reducing costs in the administration of agency proceedings and apply to future investigations and proceedings starting February 3, 2025. Some key updates include implementing gender-neutral language, eliminating paper copies in favor of e-filing, and refining confidentiality designations during the filing process.

The United States International Trade Commission has started investigations to determine if U.S. industries are harmed by granular polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) resin imports from India and Russia. These imports are suspected of being sold in the U.S. at unfairly low prices and subsidized by their respective governments. The investigations were initiated following a petition from Daikin America, Inc., and a preliminary decision is due by March 15, 2021. Measures such as antidumping and countervailing duties are being considered, and parties interested in the investigation have opportunities to participate and submit written statements.

The U.S. International Trade Commission has announced the final stage of investigations into whether the American industry is harmed by crystalline silicon photovoltaic products (solar panels) imported from Cambodia, Malaysia, Thailand, and Vietnam. These products are suspected of being subsidized and sold at less-than-fair market value in the U.S., which could negatively impact American businesses. The investigations, in response to a petition filed by the American Alliance for Solar Manufacturing Trade Committee, will determine if tariffs or other measures are necessary to address any unfair trade practices. Public hearings and submission opportunities are scheduled as part of the investigation process.

The U.S. Department of Commerce has initiated investigations to determine if imports of float glass products from China and Malaysia are receiving unfair government subsidies, which may harm U.S. industry. These investigations focus on claims by U.S. producers that such subsidies and imports cause or threaten material injury to domestic float glass production. The investigations will assess whether the alleged subsidized imports from these countries are significant enough to affect U.S. market conditions. Schedules and procedures for the investigations are set out, including opportunities for public comment and data submission.

The U.S. Department of Commerce has decided to postpone the preliminary determinations in the countervailing duty investigations of overhead door counterbalance torsion springs imported from India and China. Originally scheduled for January 22, 2025, the determinations will now be made by March 28, 2025. This delay was requested by the petitioners to allow more time to review questionnaire responses and accurately assess subsidy rates. Commerce found no reason to deny this request, citing compliance with regulatory requirements.

The U.S. Department of Commerce has started countervailing duty investigations for certain chassis and subassemblies imported from Mexico and Thailand. These investigations aim to determine whether these imports are benefiting from unfair government subsidies, hurting U.S. manufacturers. The period being investigated is from January 1 to December 31, 2024, and comments from interested parties regarding the product coverage can be submitted until April 7, 2025. The International Trade Commission (ITC) will decide within 45 days whether the imports are harming the domestic industry, and if that is the case, the investigations will continue.

The United States International Trade Commission (ITC) has scheduled the final phase of investigations into whether solar panel imports from Cambodia, Malaysia, Thailand, and Vietnam are harming the U.S. industry by being subsidized and sold at unfairly low prices. The investigations will assess the impact on the U.S. industry and include a public hearing on April 15, 2025. Various technical exclusions are detailed for specific types of solar panels. Additionally, the ITC has outlined procedures for participation, including the handling of business proprietary information.