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  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 12029
    Reading Time:about 4 minutes

    The U.S. International Trade Commission is seeking public comments on potential public interest issues related to a possible violation of Section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930. The investigation involves certain bone cements and bone cement accessories imported by Heraeus Medical GmbH and Heraeus Medical LLC. If a violation is found, the Commission may issue exclusion and cease and desist orders against these imports. The public is invited to submit comments by March 9, 2021, focusing on how such remedial actions might impact public health, the economy, and consumers in the United States.

    Simple Explanation

    The U.S. International Trade Commission is asking people for their thoughts on whether stopping certain bone cement products from other countries might affect things like people's health or the economy in the U.S. They want these ideas by March 9, 2021, so they can decide if keeping these products out is a good idea.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 3193
    Reading Time:about 9 minutes

    The United States International Trade Commission is investigating whether the U.S. industry is being harmed by imports of chassis from China, which may be sold at unfair prices and subsidized by the Chinese government. These chassis are equipment used for transporting containers and other goods by road or rail. The investigation aims to determine if these imports are negatively impacting the American market or hindering the growth of the U.S. industry. Public participation is encouraged, and a hearing is scheduled for March 16, 2021, where interested parties can present their views.

    Simple Explanation

    The U.S. is checking if bringing in special parts from China, used for carrying big boxes on trucks and trains, is hurting businesses in America because they might be cheaper and get help from the Chinese government. People can share their thoughts about this on March 16, 2021.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 10515
    Reading Time:about 3 minutes

    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.

    Simple Explanation

    The United States checked if glass wine bottles from China and Mexico, sold at cheaper prices, hurt the businesses making them in America. They found out that these bottles didn't really harm or threaten American companies, so they decided not to make those bottles more expensive by adding extra fees.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 8810
    Reading Time:about 3 minutes

    The United States International Trade Commission (ITC) determined that an American industry is likely harmed by sol gel alumina-based ceramic abrasive grains from China. These goods are suspected to be sold below fair market value and might be subsidized by the Chinese government. The ITC is moving forward with the final phase of its investigations into these imports. Saint-Gobain Ceramics & Plastics, Inc. initially filed complaints about these imports, leading the ITC to begin its inquiry.

    Simple Explanation

    The United States thinks that a type of special sandpaper grain that comes from China is being sold too cheaply and might be unfairly helped by the Chinese government, which could hurt companies in America trying to sell their own sandpaper. So, they are looking into it more carefully to see what's going on.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 9084
    Reading Time:about 4 minutes

    The U.S. International Trade Commission received a complaint from InOvate Acquisition Company, alleging that certain dryer wall exhaust vent assemblies imported into the U.S. infringe on a U.S. patent. The complaint requests an investigation under section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930 and seeks a limited exclusion order and a cease and desist order. The investigation will look into whether the accused products, identified as "wall exhaust vents," violate specific claims of the patent and whether a supporting U.S. industry exists. The respondents named in the complaint include an entity based in China, Xiamen Dirongte Trading Co., Ltd.

    Simple Explanation

    In a complaint, a Florida company says some parts used in dryer vents from China might be unfair copies of their idea and have asked a special group to check it out and stop the sales if true.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 1523
    Reading Time:about 7 minutes

    The U.S. International Trade Commission has decided to partly review an initial decision that found certain companies violated Section 337 of the Tariff Act by importing and selling infringing shaker screens used for drilling fluids. These products infringe specific patents and trademarks, leading M-I L.L.C. to request a general exclusion order and a 100% bond on these items during a U.S. Presidential review period. The Commission invites interested parties to submit their opinions regarding possible remedies, the public interest, and the amount of bonding required. Submissions are due on specific dates in January 2021.

    Simple Explanation

    The U.S. International Trade Commission is checking if some companies broke rules by bringing in and selling special screens used in drilling that might copy someone else's work. They want people to say what they think about making these companies stop selling them and paying a big penalty.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 106577
    Reading Time:about 4 minutes

    The International Trade Commission is requesting public input about a recent ruling from an administrative law judge regarding a potential trade violation. The ruling involves certain dermatological treatment devices and could lead to import restrictions on companies from South Korea, the United States, and Israel if a violation is confirmed. The Commission is focusing on how these potential measures would affect public welfare, competition, and consumers in the U.S. The public and government agencies can submit their views on these issues by January 20, 2025.

    Simple Explanation

    The government wants to hear what people think about some new rules that might stop certain skin treatment machines from being brought into the country. They want to make sure these rules won't cause problems for people or businesses in the U.S. and hope to get everyone's thoughts by January 20, 2025.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 7304
    Reading Time:about 5 minutes

    The U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) has received a complaint from Wilson Electronics LLC about certain cellular signal boosters and related products. They claim that some companies in California and China are violating trade laws by importing these products into the U.S. illegally. The ITC is asking for public comments on this issue to understand its impact on public health, welfare, and the U.S. economy. Comments must be submitted electronically, and the public has eight calendar days from when this notice is published to respond.

    Simple Explanation

    The International Trade Commission got a complaint that some companies might be breaking rules by bringing certain cell signal gadgets into the U.S., and they want people to say what they think about how this might affect everyone's well-being. People have a week to share their thoughts online.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 97069
    Reading Time:about a minute or two

    The United States International Trade Commission (USITC) concluded that truck and bus tire imports from Thailand are harming the U.S. industry. These products were imported at prices lower than their fair value, as determined by the U.S. Department of Commerce. This investigation began after receiving a petition from a union and was completed with a hearing held in October 2024. The Commission's decision and findings are documented in their publication issued in December 2024.

    Simple Explanation

    The USITC found that tires for trucks and buses from Thailand were sold in the U.S. cheaper than they should be, which is bad for American companies making similar tires. They haven't said yet what they will do about it.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 8808
    Reading Time:about 16 minutes

    The United States International Trade Commission (USITC) has begun a review to decide if ending the antidumping duty order on steel threaded rod from China would likely harm the U.S. industry. This review follows previous determinations and considers whether lifting these duties could negatively impact U.S. producers due to imports from China. Interested parties are invited to participate by submitting relevant information to the Commission by the specified deadlines. The Commission will evaluate these responses to determine whether a full or expedited review is necessary, based on factors like the expected volume and impact of imports on the domestic market.

    Simple Explanation

    The U.S. is checking if stopping extra charges on steel rods from China would hurt local businesses, and they want people to tell them what they think.