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The United States International Trade Commission (USITC) has determined that imports of erythritol from China may be harming U.S. industries by being sold at unfairly low prices and potentially subsidized by the Chinese government. As a result, they are moving forward with a final phase of investigations. The investigations began after a petition was filed by Cargill, Incorporated in December 2024. The USITC held a conference in January 2025 and has published its findings in a report titled Erythritol from China: Investigation Nos. 701-TA-751 and 731-TA-1729 (Preliminary).

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 United States International Trade Commission (USITC) determined that the U.S. industry is not harmed or threatened by imports of glass wine bottles from China and Mexico, which were sold at less than fair value. This decision followed a series of investigations launched in response to petitions by the U.S. Glass Producers Coalition. The investigations revealed that while imports from China received government subsidies, they did not cause material injury to U.S. industries. Consequently, the USITC decided against imposing antidumping duties on these imports.

The proclamation by President Donald J. Trump designates January 24 to January 30, 2021, as National School Choice Week. It emphasizes the administration's commitment to educational reform by advocating for school choice, allowing families to choose the best educational settings for their children, regardless of economic status. The proclamation highlights the need for legislation to support educational freedom and scholarship programs, aiming to address educational inequity and provide equal opportunities for all students in the United States.

The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) has issued an incidental harassment authorization (IHA) to the City of Hoonah in Alaska. This permit allows activities that might accidentally disturb marine mammals during the construction of a cargo dock at the Hoonah Marine Industrial Center. Eight species of marine mammals, like whales and seals, may be affected by the sound from pile driving and drilling. However, no serious harm or death is expected, and various measures will be put in place to minimize disturbance and protect these animals.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has released draft national recommended water quality criteria for public comment, focusing on three per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS): perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA), perfluorooctane sulfonic acid (PFOS), and perfluorobutane sulfonic acid (PFBS). These criteria are designed to protect human health and are based on the latest scientific data, providing states and tribes with information for setting their own water quality standards. Comments on this draft can be submitted until February 24, 2025, and the EPA will use this feedback to finalize the criteria. Once finalized, these recommendations will offer guidance on minimizing health risks from PFAS exposure in drinking water and aquatic food sources.

The U.S. Department of Commerce has preliminarily determined that Zhejiang Dingli Machinery Co., Ltd., and its affiliated companies received unfair financial subsidies from the Chinese government for exporting mobile access equipment. This review covers the period from January 1, 2022, to December 31, 2022. The review of 31 other companies will be rescinded after withdrawal requests. The interested parties have a window to submit comments or case briefs, and instructions for potential import duties on these products will be issued following final review results.

The U.S. Department of Commerce has started an investigation to determine if seamless oil country tubular goods (OCTG) from China are avoiding existing trade duties by being sent to Thailand for completion before being imported into the U.S. This inquiry is in response to concerns raised by certain U.S. industries and unions, suggesting these goods might be evading antidumping and countervailing duties. The department will collect data from Thailand and decide whether these goods meet the criteria for circumvention under U.S. trade laws. Letters and questionnaires will be sent to producers in Thailand to gather necessary information.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has submitted a request to extend their existing information collection mandate under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) Section 8(b) for TSCA Inventory Notifications. This extension is under review by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB), as the current approval is valid until January 31, 2025. The request seeks public comments by February 3, 2025. The extension aims to continue recording chemicals manufactured or processed in the U.S., and the EPA must label these substances as “active” or “inactive” in commerce. The process involves minimal changes, resulting in a reduced time burden for respondents.

The United States International Trade Commission (USITC) is investigating imports of active anode material from China, as it suspects these imports are being sold in the US at unfairly low prices and are subsidized by the Chinese government. This investigation started after a petition from several American companies claiming that these imports are harming US industries. The investigation will proceed to its final phase following specific procedures outlined by the USITC, and involved parties will be notified accordingly. A conference related to this investigation was held in January 2025, and the initial determinations were completed in early February 2025.