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The Department of Commerce has issued preliminary findings regarding oil country tubular goods from Turkey. They determined that certain Turkish producers received negligible subsidies in 2018 and plan to end the review for two companies due to no sales in the U.S. during that time. Additionally, there is an intent to stop the review for five other companies. Interested parties are invited to comment on these findings.

The Department of Commerce's International Trade Administration has proposed preliminary findings that Chinese manufacturers of certain chassis and subassemblies receive unfair subsidies, which can harm U.S. manufacturers. The investigation covers activities between January 1 and December 31, 2019. As a result of the findings, the U.S. government might impose extra duties on these imports to level the playing field. The public is invited to provide comments on this preliminary decision, and the final decision will require further verification due to travel restrictions related to COVID-19.

The U.S. Department of Commerce has concluded that producers and exporters of melamine from Trinidad and Tobago are benefiting from government subsidies, which are against trade rules. This investigation covers the year 2023, and no changes were made to the scope since the initial findings. If the U.S. International Trade Commission also concludes that these imports harm the domestic industry, a countervailing duty will be applied to these imports. If no harm is found, the investigation will be terminated, and any duties collected will be refunded.

The U.S. Department of Commerce has delayed making a preliminary decision in its investigation of imports of thermoformed molded fiber products from China and Vietnam. This investigation is part of a countervailing duty case, which looks into whether foreign companies are receiving improper subsidies. The preliminary decision was originally due by January 2, 2025, but has been extended to March 7, 2025, after a request was made by the petitioners to allow more time to analyze information and respond to questionnaires. The final decision will be made 75 days after the preliminary determination is issued.

The U.S. Department of Commerce has received scope ruling applications related to antidumping and countervailing duty orders. These applications request clarifications on whether specific products fall under existing trade regulations. The document notifies the public about these applications filed in October 2024, including details such as product descriptions, countries of production, and applicants' names. Interested parties can find more information and participate in the proceedings through the Commerce Department's online systems.

The Department of Commerce has issued a countervailing duty order on wood mouldings and millwork products from China due to the determination that these subsidized imports harm an industry in the United States. As of February 16, 2021, U.S. Customs and Border Protection is instructed to assess duties on these products for entries made after June 12, 2020, but not between October 10, 2020, and the publication date of the final determination, due to a suspension lapse. The order covers various wood products, except specific exclusions like certain furnishings and products already subject to other countervailing duty orders.

The Department of Commerce has started a review of the trade rules that apply to hardwood plywood products imported from China. These reviews are looking at whether to lift some of the duties that are currently charged when these products enter the U.S. The change is being considered because the group requesting it, which is made up of most U.S. producers, says certain products like specific types of door parts aren't similar to what's usually restricted. Commerce is inviting the public to comment on this proposal to revoke the duties on these specific parts.

The Department of Commerce has initiated administrative reviews of certain antidumping and countervailing duty orders and findings. These reviews evaluate claims regarding whether exporters or producers have absorbed duties on merchandise sold in the U.S. and determine separate rates for companies from non-market economy countries to assess if they are sufficiently independent from government control. Exporters and producers seeking separate rate status must submit the required applications or certifications within set deadlines. The reviews are conducted according to regulations and involve a timeline for submitting additional information and responding to questionnaires.

The United States International Trade Commission has announced the start of investigations to determine if slag pots imported from China are harming the U.S. industry due to being sold at unfairly low prices or because of subsidies from the Chinese government. These investigations were prompted by a petition from WHEMCO-Steel Castings, Inc. filed on December 31, 2024. The Commission must make a preliminary decision by February 14, 2025, and they will then submit their findings to the Department of Commerce. Individuals or parties interested in participating must submit their appearance within seven days of this announcement's publication.

The International Trade Commission has announced the start of an investigation into whether imports of crystalline silicon photovoltaic cells from Cambodia, Malaysia, Thailand, and Vietnam are damaging the U.S. industry. These products are suspected of being sold at unfairly low prices and receiving subsidies from their respective governments. The preliminary investigations are set to determine if there is material injury or a threat thereof to the U.S. industry, with an initial ruling expected by June 10, 2024, unless extended. Public participation is encouraged, and meetings and written submissions are scheduled as part of the investigation process.