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The U.S. Department of Commerce has announced a partial revocation of the antidumping duty order on certain frozen fish fillets from Vietnam produced and exported by Vinh Hoan Corporation. This means that the department will not continue its review of some entries made by Vinh Hoan under this duty order, applicable from August 1, 2021. Instead, they will focus on reviewing entries where Vinh Hoan was either the exporter or producer, but not both, if the other party is still under review. The department has also instructed U.S. Customs to handle certain entries of Vinh Hoan's products without imposing antidumping duties.

The U.S. Department of Commerce has preliminarily found that Oman Aluminium Rolling Company SPC is receiving unfair government subsidies, which affect aluminum foil exports from Oman. The review covers activities from January 1 to December 31, 2022. Interested parties are invited to comment on these findings. The final results, including the Department's analysis, are expected within 120 days following these preliminary results.

The U.S. Department of Commerce preliminarily determined that ceramic tile from India is not being sold in the U.S. at less than fair value, which is also known as "dumping." This decision covers the period from April 1, 2023, to March 31, 2024. As a result of this finding, U.S. Customs will not impose duties on these imports. Interested parties have the opportunity to comment on this determination before it is finalized.

The Department of Commerce has concluded that certain producers and exporters of cast iron soil pipe fittings from China received unfair financial benefits from the government, known as “countervailable subsidies,” during a specific period from late 2017 to the end of 2018. As a result, they will impose duties to offset these subsidies on the relevant companies. These determinations were made following a detailed review of information from the involved parties, and duties will be assessed accordingly on the merchandise. The notice also explains procedures for cash deposit instructions and reminds parties of their responsibilities concerning sensitive information.

The Department of Commerce has determined that removing the countervailing duty order on boltless steel shelving units from China would likely result in the continuation of unfair subsidies. This decision is based on an expedited review process because no substantial responses were received from other interested parties, including the Chinese government. The original duty order was imposed in 2015 to balance the market and prevent unfair trade practices. The final determination document is available online for those interested in the details.

The U.S. Department of Commerce conducted an expedited review and found that if the antidumping duty order on nickel-plated steel products from Japan were revoked, it would likely result in continued dumping. The review determined that the dumping margin could be up to 77.70%. This notice also reminds parties of their responsibilities regarding confidential information under the Administrative Protective Order (APO). Commerce published these findings to ensure transparency and inform interested parties.

The U.S. Department of Commerce has initiated a countervailing duty investigation into the importation of slag pots from China. This investigation seeks to determine whether Chinese producers of slag pots are receiving unfair government subsidies, which may be harming U.S. industry by undercutting prices. The petition, filed by WHEMCO-Steel Castings, Inc., a U.S. producer of slag pots, claims that such subsidies are causing material injury to the U.S. industry. The investigation will assess the support behind the petition and examine the evidence provided to make a preliminary determination within 65 days.

The Department of Commerce has preliminarily determined that the company Industrias Negromex S.A. de C.V. from Mexico sold emulsion styrene-butadiene rubber at prices below the normal value during the review period from September 2018 to August 2019. Commerce is seeking public comments on these findings and will disclose calculation details to interested parties. Upon the final review, duties will be assessed on relevant imports, and cash deposit rates will be adjusted accordingly. The public is reminded of filing responsibilities related to antidumping duties, which, if not adhered to, may result in penalties.

The U.S. Department of Commerce has made a preliminary finding that corrosion-resistant steel from the Netherlands is being sold in the U.S. at less than fair value. This investigation covers the period from July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2024, and has been postponed for a final determination. Stakeholders are invited to comment on these initial findings. If the final determination is positive, the Department will take steps to address these imports, which could include requiring deposits or other measures.

The U.S. Department of Commerce has concluded an expedited review and determined that if the antidumping duty on vertical metal file cabinets imported from China is revoked, it could lead to the continuation or recurrence of dumping at significant rates, with margins up to 198.50 percent. This finding is part of an effort to prevent unfair pricing that could harm U.S. industries. As a result, the antidumping duty order remains in place to protect domestic producers. The full analysis can be accessed via the Commerce Department's electronic system.