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The U.S. Department of Commerce has made a preliminary decision that producers and exporters in Cambodia are receiving unfair subsidies for paper file folders. To address this, they have suggested applying countervailing duties, which are financial penalties, to level the playing field. The investigation covers all of 2023, and the final decision is scheduled for August 2025, unless delayed. Commerce is asking for public comments and will verify the information before making a final determination.

The U.S. Department of Commerce published a notice correcting a typographical error in a previous announcement about starting an investigation on ceramic abrasive grains from China. The error was related to the classification under the Harmonized Tariff Schedule, which needed correction in the appendix titled "Scope of the Investigation." The notice clarifies the correct subheadings and describes the characteristics and classifications of the ceramic abrasive grains under investigation. This update helps ensure the investigation proceeds with accurate information.

The International Trade Commission announced the termination of the antidumping duty investigation related to melamine from Qatar. This decision follows a negative final determination by the Department of Commerce, which was published in the Federal Register on December 9, 2024. The investigation, initially identified as Investigation No. 731-TA-1671 (Final), has now been formally concluded.

The Department of Commerce has determined that subsidies are being given to producers and exporters of certain wood mouldings and millwork products from China, which impacts trade dynamics. This decision follows a detailed investigation, including public comments and analysis of subsidy programs. As a result, specific countervailing duties have been calculated for different companies involved. The matter now awaits a final determination from the U.S. International Trade Commission on whether these imports harm the U.S. industry. If they affirm injury, the duties will be enforced; otherwise, the proceedings will be terminated.

The U.S. Department of Commerce has determined that producers and exporters of specific paper plates from Vietnam received unfair government subsidies during 2023. As a result, Commerce plans to impose countervailing duties on these products if the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) confirms that this harms the U.S. industry. Until further notice, the liquidation of entries for the affected paper plates is suspended. If the ITC disagrees and finds no harm, the investigation will end, and any deposits made will be refunded.

The U.S. Department of Commerce has announced a preliminary determination that subsidies are being given to producers and exporters of hard empty capsules from Vietnam for the year 2023. This investigation found that these subsidies benefit the recipients and are specific to certain parties. As part of this process, the department has put in place measures to require cash deposits and suspend the liquidation of these capsules upon entry to the USA. The final determination, which may have an impact on trade due to potential import duties, is expected to be issued by August 5, 2025, unless there is a postponement.

The U.S. Department of Commerce has determined that certain paper plates from China are receiving unfair government subsidies, known as countervailable subsidies. The investigation covers the year 2023, and although changes were made to the subsidy rate calculations for two Chinese companies based on new findings, the unfair advantage remains. This investigation might lead to the imposition of further duties on these products if the U.S. International Trade Commission finds that they are harming U.S. manufacturers.

The Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) has decided to indefinitely suspend additional duties on French products that were set to begin on January 6, 2021, in response to France's Digital Services Tax (DST). This decision comes as investigations into similar taxes in other countries continue, with the aim of allowing more time for discussion and potential resolution. The suspension reflects ongoing consideration of public comments and the advice of advisory committees. The USTR will keep monitoring developments in both the France DST investigation and other related investigations.

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 United States International Trade Commission has announced the scheduling of the final phase of its investigation into antidumping and countervailing duties on walk-behind lawn mowers from China and Vietnam. This investigation, which stems from petitions by MTD Products Inc., aims to determine if the U.S. industry is harmed by these imports being sold at unfairly low prices. It also examines if Chinese mowers are receiving government subsidies. Hearings and written submissions are planned, with a final decision expected by mid-2021.