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  • 2024-31411 — Circular Welded Carbon-Quality Steel Pipe From the People's Republic of China: Continuation of Antidumping and Countervailing Duty Orders
    Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 107107
    Reading Time:about 7 minutes

    The U.S. Department of Commerce and the International Trade Commission have decided to continue the antidumping and countervailing duty orders on circular welded carbon-quality steel pipe from China. This decision came after determining that ending these duties could lead to the recurrence of unfair pricing and subsidies that harm U.S. industries. The duties, originally started in 2008, will remain in place with U.S. Customs and Border Protection collecting deposits at rates existing at the time of entry. The decision is set to be effective from December 17, 2024.

    Simple Explanation

    Imagine if some toys from another country were being sold at prices that were too low, hurting toy makers in the U.S. The U.S. has decided to keep special rules in place to make sure that pipes coming from China are priced fairly, just like they did before, so American businesses can keep making their own pipes without being hurt.

  • 2025-02378 — Certain Corrosion-Resistant Steel Products From Brazil: Preliminary Affirmative Countervailing Duty Determination, and Alignment of Final Determination With Final Antidumping Duty Determination
    Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 9228
    Reading Time:about 16 minutes

    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.

    Simple Explanation

    The U.S. government thinks some companies in Brazil got extra help from their government to make special steel, which might not be fair for everyone else, so they're asking people what they think before deciding what to do about it.

  • 2025-04012 — Certain Welded Large Diameter Line Pipe From Japan; Scheduling of a Full Five-Year Review
    Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 11995
    Reading Time:about 6 minutes

    The International Trade Commission is conducting a full review to determine if removing the antidumping duty on certain large diameter line pipes from Japan would lead to continued harm to the U.S. industry. They have decided to extend this review by up to 90 days, as allowed under their authority. People interested in participating as parties to the review must submit an entry of appearance 45 days after this notice's publication. The Commission will hold a hearing on September 11, 2025, and people can submit written comments on the review by specific deadlines noted in the notice.

    Simple Explanation

    The International Trade Commission is checking if stopping a special fee on big pipes from Japan might hurt American businesses. They are taking more time to make sure they get it right, and people can join in to share what they think.

  • 2025-03296 — Small Diameter Graphite Electrodes From China; Institution of a Five-Year Review
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    Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 11056
    Reading Time:about 16 minutes

    The United States International Trade Commission has started a review process to decide if removing anti-dumping duties on small diameter graphite electrodes imported from China would harm the U.S. industry. The document seeks responses from interested parties, including producers, importers, and exporters, about the impact of such a decision. The Commission requests specific information by April 2, 2025, and will consider comments on the adequacy of responses until May 14, 2025. This review follows earlier decisions to maintain these duties after prior assessments of their impact on domestic industries.

    Simple Explanation

    The U.S. is checking to see if stopping extra charges on some special sticks from China used in factories would hurt local makers, and they want certain people to share their thoughts about it.

  • 2024-29157 — Certain Vaporizer Devices, Cartridges Used Therewith, and Components Thereof; Notice of Request for Submissions on the Public Interest
    Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 100534
    Reading Time:about 4 minutes

    The International Trade Commission is considering whether certain vaporizer devices and related components from JUUL Labs, Inc. might violate trade regulations. An administrative law judge issued a preliminary determination on this issue. The Commission is seeking public input regarding the potential impact of restricting these products, focusing on public health, U.S. economy, and consumer effects. Submissions from the public and government agencies, limited to five pages, are due by January 6, 2025.

    Simple Explanation

    The U.S. is thinking about stopping some vaping gadgets from JUUL because they might be breaking rules. They want people to share their thoughts on whether this is a good idea or a bad one.