The U.S. Department of Commerce has decided to continue the countervailing duty order on sodium nitrite from China. This decision was made because removing these duties could lead to unfair government subsidies and harm American industries. The duties help prevent material injury by maintaining extra costs on imports. The current order will remain effective from February 5, 2025, and a new review will be initiated before the fifth anniversary of this date.
Simple Explanation
The U.S. Department of Commerce is keeping a special rule that adds extra costs to some stuff called sodium nitrite from China, so that it doesn't hurt businesses in America. They believe if they stop this, it might cause unfairness and make it harder for American businesses to compete.