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The U.S. Department of Commerce has begun an investigation into whether imports of polypropylene corrugated boxes from China are being unfairly subsidized by the Chinese government. This investigation was prompted by a petition from U.S. producers claiming these imports harm the domestic industry. The investigation will determine if subsidies are present and if they cause material injury to U.S. producers. The International Trade Commission (ITC) will also look into whether these imports harm domestic production.

The U.S. Department of Commerce has preliminarily found that Gujarat Fluorochemicals Limited (GFCL), an Indian producer and exporter of granular PTFE resin, received countervailable subsidies during 2023. These subsidies are financial contributions from authorities that benefit GFCL. Interested parties are invited to submit their comments on these preliminary findings through public filings within 21 days after the notice is published. The department plans to release more detailed calculations and assessments and will direct U.S. Customs to manage duties based on the final results.

The U.S. Department of Commerce has determined that certain producers and exporters of crystalline silicon photovoltaic cells, or solar cells, from Malaysia are receiving subsidies from their government, which are countervailable under U.S. trade laws. The investigation found that these subsidies give Malaysian producers and exporters an unfair advantage in the U.S. market. Following this finding, U.S. Customs will suspend the liquidation of these solar cells, which means holding off on finalizing the import transaction and payment of duties, until a final decision is made. If the U.S. International Trade Commission supports this finding and determines that these imported solar cells harm U.S. industry, countervailing duties could be imposed.

The United States International Trade Commission (ITC) is investigating whether slag pots from China are being sold in the U.S. at unfairly low prices or with government subsidies, which could harm American industry. They initiated this investigation following a complaint by a U.S. company, WHEMCO-Steel Castings, Inc., in late December 2024. The ITC has started the final phase of its investigation, with potential involvement from industry users and consumer organizations. A public conference was held in January 2025, and the commission's findings so far have been published in a document titled "Slag Pots from China: Investigation Nos. 701-TA-753 and 731-TA-1731 (Preliminary)."

The U.S. Department of Commerce is asking for public input on subsidies given by countries exporting softwood lumber to the United States from July 1, 2024, to December 31, 2024. The focus is on countries that account for at least 1% of U.S. softwood lumber imports, specifically Brazil, Canada, Germany, and Sweden. Comments should detail the country providing the subsidy, the program's name, a brief description, and the government body involved. All comments must be submitted by May 12, 2025, via the Federal eRulemaking Portal.

The U.S. Department of Commerce has determined that some producers and exporters of ferrosilicon from Malaysia receive government subsidies, which are illegal under U.S. trade law. The investigation looked at the period from January 1, 2023, to December 31, 2023, and involved verifying information from Malaysian companies. Although critical circumstances were found for most producers, they were not found for two major companies, OM Materials and Pertama. If the U.S. International Trade Commission finds that U.S. industries are harmed by these imports, a countervailing duty order will be issued to impose duties on the subsidized products.

The U.S. Department of Commerce has made a preliminary determination that producers and exporters of certain low speed personal transportation vehicles (LSPTVs) from China are receiving countervailable subsidies. The investigation, covering activities from January 1, 2023, to December 31, 2023, found that some companies have not cooperated with requests for information, leading to the application of adverse inferences. Interested parties are encouraged to submit their comments, and the final countervailing duty determination will align with the final determination of the related antidumping duty investigation, expected by April 2025. Additionally, the case found some critical circumstances regarding specific companies, and adjustments in regulations will be discussed, inviting further public comment.

The U.S. Department of Commerce has determined that ending the countervailing duty order on Laminated Woven Sacks from Vietnam would likely lead to the continuation of subsidies. This decision follows an expedited review because the Government of Vietnam and other interested parties did not provide substantive responses. The document explains that the Department of Commerce will continue these duties to prevent unfair subsidies from affecting U.S. businesses. This notice serves to inform about the protective measures being maintained to support domestic industries.

The U.S. Department of Commerce has finalized its review of countervailing duties on polyethylene terephthalate (PET) film from India, determining that certain producers and exporters received subsidies during 2022. The review concluded that changes to subsidy rates were necessary for Jindal Poly Films Limited, though no changes were made for Garware Hi-Tech Films Limited. The decision has been published and cash deposits for estimated duties will be required from the date of publication. These results and related instructions will also affect how import duties are assessed for relevant entries, with specific guidelines provided to the U.S. Customs and Border Protection.

The U.S. Department of Commerce has released preliminary findings indicating that producers and exporters of chlorinated isocyanurates from China received government subsidies during 2022. The review highlights that ten companies had no entries of these products in the U.S. during the review period and, as a result, the review of these companies has been partially rescinded. The Department of Commerce invites interested parties to comment on these preliminary results and to submit case briefs, with a final decision expected within 120 days. These results will determine the countervailing duties imposed to offset the subsidies.